brianthemodeller Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Looking really smart! Can't wait for the next update... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I've also applied a little weathering to the model. Studying photo's of the Kee Bird showed these aircraft to be clean and well maintained, but B-29s in general threw oil at an alarming rate. This great picture of 'Thumper' shows these oil leaks to good effect (photo used for illustrative purposes only): If a 3350 wasn't throwing oil all over the place there was something dreadfully wrong with it and that meant that you weren't going flying that day. I'm really looking forward to seeing the nose glazing go on; it looks so unfinished with that great empty hole right up front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I thought the glazing was going to be a tough one Tom, but again, you've made it look simple ! She's looking great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted May 28, 2013 Author Share Posted May 28, 2013 If a 3350 wasn't throwing oil all over the place there was something dreadfully wrong with it and that meant that you weren't going flying that day. I'm really looking forward to seeing the nose glazing go on; it looks so unfinished with that great empty hole right up front. I've heard a great saying regarding the big Wright radials... "if there ain't any oil on it - there ain't any oil in it!' I remember walking around the B-17 'Yankee Lady' before I went for a flight in it and it was leaking oil at an alarming rate. The engineer explained that when the engines get up to operating temperature the metal expands and seals the gaps... that was all the reassurance I needed! I'm waiting on a new nose piece from John Wilkes as my dearly beloved wife-to-be was in the spare room (where the B-29 lives on the spare bed!) and she knocked a clothes dryer over on to it - removing the nose piece which was dry fitted at the time and putting a lovely dent in it which wouldn't come out without cracking the plastic. Thankfully the clear piece took the force of the blow, and only very minor damage was done to the nose... needless to say she scarpered and we didn't speak for a while. We're due to get married in 7 weeks time... if more damage had been done it may well have been a case of calling off the wedding! I thought the glazing was going to be a tough one Tom, but again, you've made it look simple ! She's looking great I must say I was pleasantly surprised and how trouble free the glazing was. I'm glad I put the framework in earlier in the build and it worked a treat. I had done it before with my other vac builds such as the 1/32nd Lancaster and B-24, but having such an extensive area to glaze I knew it would be tricky without the framing to rest the clear pieces on. It was then just a case of cutting the acetate to the correct size and securing it in place with glue. The whole process only took about 3 hours which I didn't think was bad going! I WANT IT! This is out standing Tom, not long to the finish line now fella Cheers mate! Here we go: http://tigger-models.blogspot.co.uk/2012/03/welcome-to-tigger-models.html Treat yourself... you know you want to! Looking really smart! Can't wait for the next update... I'm on half term now so hopefully, by the end of the week I'll have her done Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Looking good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 A masterpiece in the making! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev67 Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I was going to say don't drop it, but looks like your misses is doing it for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richdlc Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 excellent work mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Tom, I've just got to the end of this 28 page thread, it's taken me the best part of an hour to read and was worth every minute... ...all I can say is... ..."WOW"!!! Very humbled. Wez Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Leader Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 (edited) and the goal line is in sight! It's been a real pleasure as a modeler to watch this thing come together. I don't think anyone outside the hobby can truly understand the time and effort you've put into this thing... and it's a testament to the fact that building something of this magnitiude is equal parts creativity and dedication. Certainly worlds away from opening a model box, pouring in the glue, shaking it up, and watching the completed product fall out! If and when I decide to step into the arena that is vacuform modeling, this will certainly serve as an inspiration! And your significant other should know that damaging your projects could be hazardous to her health! LOL Edited May 29, 2013 by Skull Leader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 And your significant other should know that damaging your projects could be hazardous to her health! LOL In any relationship you need to adapt to each other's presence. An easy way is to adopt the philosophy that a broken model is merely an excuse to build another one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Leader Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 In any relationship you need to adapt to each other's presence. An easy way is to adopt the philosophy that a broken model is merely an excuse to build another one. naturally my comment was meant in jest. Just for clarification! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted May 29, 2013 Author Share Posted May 29, 2013 Well, she's finally done. Clear nose has been detailed and painted along with the propellers and final details such as aerials and guns. The finishing touch was a scratch-built crew ladder, added to the nose wheel bay. Here's a sneak preview... More pictures will be uploaded to 'Ready for Inspection' soon. It's been a long journey, and thank you for you kind words of encouragement along the way... it's been a pleasure sharing my progress with you all! Tom 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev67 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Congratulations on finishing such a beast, you certainly are king of the Vacformers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthemodeller Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Noooooooooo! How am I going to get my B29 fix now? My life will be empty ( Oh, stunning model, by the way!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatalbert Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 The end of a truly epic build,i cant wait to see what you are going to do next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackem01 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 WOW!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 As Brian said, there is a hole left in my life now Tom !!!!!!!! Epic build, thanks for sharing it with us along the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AjD Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Very, very impressive. What a project - a pleasure to watch! Congratulations on finishing the beast! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Amazing job! Fascinating build, thread and terrific end product! And still quicker than I can chuck together a 1 72 spit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Absolutely breathtaking.....And so BIG! Can't wait to see some more photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasparov Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Tom, dear sir, I bow in respect. How does your social circle react to you being a complete madman?  But seriously, brilliant work, I wouldn't even go near a kit like this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covjets13 Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Wow, awesome, what's next, B-36? 😂😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbudde Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 What the hell I'm doing here (Radiohead) ? Not my scale, but awesome. 1:72 is just big for this one!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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