Shar2 Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Well here is my entry for my first full GB. The AMT 1/72 XB-35 Flying Wing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marty_hopkirk Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 I hope you have the space, it builds into one sizeable mother. Marty... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 3, 2010 Author Share Posted October 3, 2010 Yeah! it's a big beastie. But once it's finished, it'll probably go on display at work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Ambitious project and a good subject there! Just noticed the box label - what exactly was the difference between the XB and YB-35? Just curious Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 3, 2010 Author Share Posted October 3, 2010 Ambitious project and a good subject there!Just noticed the box label - what exactly was the difference between the XB and YB-35? Just curious Al The XB-35 had contra-props with quite pointed blades, whereas the YB-35 had broad, flat standard props. Can't see any other differences when haveing a cursory look at the instructions and parts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Velociweiler Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Welcome aboard...!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 I've not seen one of these built before, so I'm interested... it's a bit worry that the mid-section of the wing is almost too big for your "building table" - if that's it? why are we drawn to these kits that are ridiculously large and awkward to display? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Velociweiler Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 I've not seen one of these built before, so I'm interested... it's a bit worry that the mid-section of the wing is almost too big for your "building table" - if that's it?why are we drawn to these kits that are ridiculously large and awkward to display? It's a cry for help. In my case a cry for beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Jiff Kenobi Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 The XB-35 had contra-props with quite pointed blades, whereas the YB-35 had broad, flat standard props. Can't see any other differences when haveing a cursory look at the instructions and parts No, that's pretty much it as far as modelling is concerned. If you need any references, I've got a couple of books with many piccies, and a Pilot's Manual for the B-49 with lots of cockpit photos (the cockpits are pretty much identical at 1/72). Obi-Jiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 4, 2010 Author Share Posted October 4, 2010 (edited) Thanks for the offer Obi-Jiff, any cockpit shots would be most helpfull. Mike, I know it's a bit big for the cutting/modelling block, but then I've got the whole coffee table to use as well and the dining table is the paint area, (the joys of living alone). I've wanted to do this for a while and it does mean a big space in the stash for more kits. The trouble is I've got too many large aircraft kits which will slowly, but surely sold off, so I can concentrate on maritime and AFV's. Edited October 4, 2010 by Shar2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Jiff Kenobi Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 Thanks for the offer Obi-Jiff, any cockpit shots would be most helpfull. I'll have a look tonight, and I'll probably scan them tomorrow, while Mrs Obi-Jiff is watching Holby. Obi-Jiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 4, 2010 Author Share Posted October 4, 2010 I'll have a look tonight, and I'll probably scan them tomorrow, while Mrs Obi-Jiff is watching Holby.Obi-Jiff Thanks. I've got loads of pics of the airframe. Oh! if you have any of the undercarriage bays that would be of help too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Jiff Kenobi Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 I'll see what I can find. Incidentally, if you like big flying wings and you have a spare tenner, this is well worth a punt: The Wing Will Fly Obi-Jiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 4, 2010 Author Share Posted October 4, 2010 I'll see what I can find.Incidentally, if you like big flying wings and you have a spare tenner, this is well worth a punt: The Wing Will Fly Obi-Jiff Thanks, will get that ordered as I have the YB-49 and B-2 in the stash that won't be sold off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigsty Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 why are we drawn to these kits that are ridiculously large and awkward to display? At least it's all span - it'll fit comfortably on a fairly normal shelf without bits hanging out to catch the unwary. And if you leave the wheels off, you can use it to stun kangaroos too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 10, 2010 Author Share Posted October 10, 2010 Haven't been able to do much due to major back pain. I've managed to get the outer wing panels fitted and will start on the cockpit painting later today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter O Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 The XB-35 is a nice kit. I built one back when they first came out, and it's one of the oldest builds I've still got. The only major problem I recall is the fit of the leading edges, which needed considerable filling. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Jiff Kenobi Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I've put a few scanned pictures up on Photobucket which may be of use. They're mostly flight deck shots, I couldn't find anything of the wheel wells. There's a mixture of B-35 and B-49, but the essentials are the same. Flying Wings on Photobucket Obi-Jiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 11, 2010 Author Share Posted October 11, 2010 Thanks for those Obi-Jiff, will come in handy. I'm thinking of painting the insides Interior green so as to break up the almost solid use of aluminium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marty_hopkirk Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 The only major problem I recall is the fit of the leading edges, which needed considerable filling.Peter The YB-49 is the same. Marty... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 11, 2010 Author Share Posted October 11, 2010 The only major problem I recall is the fit of the leading edges, which needed considerable filling.Peter From trial fits, they don't seem to be a problem, unlike the wing to centre body joins which look like they could cause a bit of hassle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Jiff Kenobi Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Dave, I found a picture of the nose gear, showing into the well (although it's a bit dark), along with some other nice pics: More Flying Wing pics Obi-Jiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 12, 2010 Author Share Posted October 12, 2010 Great, thanks Obi. I've been signed off work for 2 weeks due to my mistake back so, hopefully, I'll be able to give this project my full attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Jiff Kenobi Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Perhaps there's something in that: I'm a bit of a flying wing fan, and I have a bad back. I know one or two others who like the wings, and they suffer with their backs too. Spooky, eh? Hope yours improves soon. Obi-Jiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Perhaps there's something in that: I'm a bit of a flying wing fan, and I have a bad back. I know one or two others who like the wings, and they suffer with their backs too. Spooky, eh? It's probably from lifting the box down to have a look in it every week Get well soon boys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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