kpnuts Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Never tried a truck before but saw this and had some birthday money soon, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 2, 2017 Author Share Posted November 2, 2017 Ok so made a start on this seems like a good fit so far, and I've got to say I really like the new instructions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 3, 2017 Author Share Posted November 3, 2017 Not sure what's happening here. Trying to paint the rad and fan blade washed the sprue as normal in soapy water but the paint won't stick I've primed it and taken it off 3 times (other parts on the same sprue were fine first time) the rad and the fan blade just won't seem to take the paint (it looks like a grease problem) I've scrubbed it with meths even but still get the same problem. Help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 What are you painting with! Revell doesn't normally give problems with painting (at least in my experience), are you over thinning your paint? Mixed it thoroughly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
depressed lemur Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 I have had similar problems before where I struggled with adhesion at off parts of kits, sometimes at one end on a single large piece! The only answer I found was to mist the primer on in very thin layers. It takes a while but eventually builds up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 4, 2017 Author Share Posted November 4, 2017 Hi all well ciff seems to have done the job so I've done some weathering on the engine and chassis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 9, 2017 Author Share Posted November 9, 2017 Hi all here is the next instalment. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 13, 2017 Author Share Posted November 13, 2017 Some more work on the chassis. It's a nicely detailed kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 16, 2017 Author Share Posted November 16, 2017 Hi all done a bit more to this super detailed chassis (Not done a truck before I'm amazed how much detail there is just in the chassis) I think I'm only about half way through it. I've started on the cab also. I used foil on the roof I think it looks too clean so I weathered it a bit and added some other details. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Looks good, don't weather it too much, they keep 'em shiny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 Hi all made a concerted effort on the chassis today, still a bit more to add (this really is a great kit I'm loving this as much as the London bus) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 23, 2017 Author Share Posted November 23, 2017 Done a bit more to this amazing kit, the fit of parts is perfect, they really have done a great job of this kit the parts are such a good fit I've used no glue on any of this part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 That's kinda cool... I'd have a go at something like that. Â Â Ian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 28, 2017 Author Share Posted November 28, 2017 Hi all next update. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted November 29, 2017 Author Share Posted November 29, 2017 Hi all I love this kit, the fit is exceptionally good and the detail is great, again no glue I tried a failed experiment the instructions say aluminium for this part so I tried aluminium foil Yes I could try again but there are far more complex bits that have an aluminium background and this looks awful so I think I will use paint (although the ally doors will be simple enough with foil) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted December 10, 2017 Author Share Posted December 10, 2017 Hi all made a start on the many, many accessories in this vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted December 14, 2017 Author Share Posted December 14, 2017 Hi all I'm wondering if on the real thing these compartments are hinged some how After adding this detail the other bit fits over the top like this There are handles at the bottom of the outer shelving I'm wondering if I can some how make the parts hinged to show all the detail, there is loads of shelving like this and it would be a shame to hide all the detail. Yes I could just not glue them so they are removable but I would like to try and make them as they are on the real thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted January 10, 2018 Author Share Posted January 10, 2018 Hi all here is the next update, I would really love to add lighting to this but can’t find leds small enough. It’s a good job I’ve not glued the cab on yet as I’ve missed some painting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDDIE MC VEA Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 Hi I have started a post ref the same kit,ref installing leds/smds etc (simple way no soldering etc, all pre-wired and resistors to the voltage that you will be using,recommened 12v for max prightness), check the SALE/AUCTION sites etc there are plenty of different sizes and colours + actions (static/flashing/dual) with micro wires. a couple of links I have used. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Micro-12v-SMD-0805-LEDs-for-Lights-on-Cars-Trains-even-Spaceships-Etc-4pcs/253227830215?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=552340660030&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cold-WHITE-micro-LED-Lights-2mm-Scenery-Miniature-lighting-train-infinity/282446651677?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pre-Wired-3-LEDs-Strip-Light-2pcs-Self-Adhesive-Flexible-12v-Bright-White/253227553717?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649  keep up the build. I started bottom about face with the rear unit then the main cab, then I will do the chassis,  Any queries ref lighting send me a message, I will follow your build & you can following my attempt at lighting,  Its good to share what little knowledge we have !!!!!!!!  EDDIE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted January 10, 2018 Author Share Posted January 10, 2018 Thanks for the info unfortunately it says the items are no longer available. will watch your build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDDIE MC VEA Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 keep checking, especially under model railway sales etc, those links were the best value I could find at the time,obviously very popular, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted February 2, 2018 Author Share Posted February 2, 2018 (edited) Hi all here are more of the many, many accessories for this vehicle Edited February 2, 2018 by kpnuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted February 4, 2018 Author Share Posted February 4, 2018 Hi all here's another update, I thought I could improve this bit so I cut the moulded on straps off and made some of my own Then I thought to myself I can improve on that too. I do think my bench is getting quite full (and this is not all I'm working on) Here's an assortment of the accessories so far made for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDDIE MC VEA Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 Hi found this link for stacks of detail photos of all the equipment etc, might be of some use to you, keep up the good work.  https://www.facebook.com/pg/Schlingmann112/photos/?ref=page_internal  Eddie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 Thanks mate very useful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now