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  1. GMK
    Yep - precisely what I meant, @Das Abteilung I’ve been lucky enough to use the skeleton stock on a prototype, the solid stock on both the F89 & M249, the Para on both the Mk46 & F89A1, and the Savit. Not a fan of the 7.62mm Minimi.
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    The Minimi’s skeleton stock doesn’t fold like the FAL. There is the telescoping ‘para’ version, plus the Savit M4 style, but no side folding stock that resembles the FN FAL.
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    Great project & perfect use of the cutter!
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    Great project & perfect use of the cutter!
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    Stunning work @Carts - very, very high-quality paintwork there! I look forward to seeing more progress.
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    Have made some more progress over the last few weeks, including paint tests using SMS paints. I’ve settled on Pilbara for the tan & CARC Brown for the hinges & ‘feet’. Very happy with proportions of the scratchbuilt backpack. Still lots of work to go.
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    Exciting stuff, @tomprobert - very ambitious, too. Having watched your previously builds over the years, I’ve no doubt the end result will be sensational. And enormous!
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    As of 31 Dec 18, the world again has an airworthy XP-82 Twin Mustang - thanks to a high-speed taxi test somewhat exceeding expectations!
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    Amazing work, Rob. Not long to go now!
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    Great work on your Merk 4 (try Roman numerals in Hebrew!).
  11. GMK
    Getting closer to paint - and gathering ‘references’ for colours. So, on to YouTube to watch Super Dimensional Fortress Macross to screencap as many Brownie/Cannon Fodder VF-1A: Plus some colour tips for the CF pilot:
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    Crazy sharp work there, Mike. Looking good.
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    Thanks @rockpopandchips - it’s taken longer than I thought it would, that’s for sure!
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    Great pics, @AndyRM101! Can you confirm which version of the Millennium Falcon it’s bundled with?
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    Merry Christmas, all! Used Boxing Day to make some progress... Firstly, I needed to build the small ‘dome’ on the backpack. After some attempts using a ping pong ball, some epoxy putty, and a disc of styrene, I got there (bottom, left). I lined the three candidates up (kit, version 1, version 2) to see what was what. I think making v.2 was a good idea (dome dry fit). With intake grill added... Almost done on this freaken backpack!
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    Very clean work @Mindmax - you should be very, very happy with the outcome. ‘Simple’ geometric shapes are some of the hardest to scratch build, in my experience. Yours has turned out very nicely indeed! Well done.
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    Very clean work @Mindmax - you should be very, very happy with the outcome. ‘Simple’ geometric shapes are some of the hardest to scratch build, in my experience. Yours has turned out very nicely indeed! Well done.
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    Built a new backpack that’s 10% smaller overall - not there yet, but definitely an improvement over the first version. Also took the opportunity to add the legs, just to get a better view overall. Compared to the kit backpack. This kit isn’t getting any smaller!
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    Train smashed some pics together to compare the pieces... As I see it, the back half of my version (top) is closer to the anime (middle), than the kit. That said, the opening of the kit piece is closer in height. Some thinking to do.
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    More work on the (potential) replacement backpack. Kit on the left, WIP on the right. Lots still to do. Tested both on the fuselage/nose assembly. Kit: Anime: Not yet in a position to make a call, so I’ll continue on the potential replacement.
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    And they’re not shy about them! Smallest I’ve found is 6mm across. These are ~10mm.
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    Work continues in the backpack. I’ve cut off the forward ‘diving board’ and temporarily removed the ECM bulges to work on the ejector pin marks, which are (inconveniently) on the upper surface. Also took the opportunity to narrow the end by 4mm, thereby making the taper more anime-accurate. The ejector pins on the folded vertical stabilisers were addressed next. I’ve also started on the backpack in styrene, commencing with a 6mm thick hardback that will anchor the remaining structure. Thanks for looking.
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    Thanks John, I had scrolled past the Dawn pic without reading - my apologies! I appreciate the detailed response!
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    John, as always, lovely work. Can you provide more information on the “soaking”? What liquid did you use? Thanks.
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    Really like this one, @monsterpartyhat Your original result is nice enough, but your IKEA flatpack ‘kit’ is next-level. Looking forward to further updates.
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