Mr B Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 Hi Folks After seeing some wonderful examples being made of the Skyraider .....I decided it is time to bring out the 1/32 beast......Just some basic work done thus far the rudder pedals and the coat of Interior Green....... The box is too big to be photographed ....... Painted interior green since the photo...... Anyways as always....aim is towards a trouble free fast build............. Rgds Mr b 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelvk Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 Most definitely going to watch this one.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaotic Mike Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 Anyways as always....aim is towards a trouble free fast build............. Rgds Mr b From experience, trouble free - yes, mostly, but watch out for the exhaust stack... Fast - maybe, but it will reward taking your time! Good luck... I just ordered my Uhu from Hobbylink Japan... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper_city Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 I'll be following this one also. Love a Spad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Thanks for the encouragement guys.......got the sea grey bits on today as with the inserts on the side counsels.....so far the fitting is not matched to the price tag paid.....well early days yet......hope it gets better with time ...that silver plastic is some what dodgy too me as well...picture update when i got something worthwhile to show mr mike - i will take yr advise on taking my time.....and yes the engine section really looks it will take time n planning hope to see the uhu up soon...... thanks again fellows rgds mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelvk Posted June 26, 2013 Share Posted June 26, 2013 So far the general consensus is that the trumpeter Spad beats the ZM one hands down, but there are however quite a few areas where there ZM is superior.. Personally I've yet to compare them side to side, but considering the price, I may just get two more trumpeters instead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Hi Micheal..... So far.... I agree.....sometimes its best to wait and see ......before a heafty purchase....there was no trumpy option in the market when i got this so its a case of damage done....so will just have to have fun with it......would like to know which areas it comes out on top .... happy modelling rgds mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaotic Mike Posted June 26, 2013 Share Posted June 26, 2013 hope to see the uhu up soon...... Don't hold your breath! 6 weeks wait time at HLJ, followed by delivery, followed by a glacially slow builder... I only get an hour or so per session! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted July 7, 2013 Author Share Posted July 7, 2013 Hi Folks Got some progress......been busy with other things in life......anyways here goes...... Got the cockpit done.....not the seat yet....as I might throw a spanner in the works and make this an Air Force bird.... Made the tank looked used The front bulkhead ....not yet mist it yet with some dilute brown or white........ Got the sides preshaded and the interior green is on......not toned yet..... Over all its turning out to be a slow build.....as other things are taking center stage at the moment........... Best Regards Mr B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelvk Posted July 7, 2013 Share Posted July 7, 2013 Very nice work.. Pity most of it will be hidden.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted July 15, 2013 Author Share Posted July 15, 2013 Thanks Michealvk......you are right ....Might just omit some of the details and cut to the chase......or follow the principal of I know its there...ha ha.....not too sure yet....anyways an update.....this is offically an airforce bird now.....a j as opposed to a h....just received the additional j spure, instructions and the air force decals....from zouki for a small fortune.....very clever marketing idea....by zouki....but us early adaptors who bought the H loose out a bit ...but I guess the price of the additional air force stuff in the j kit is a bit cheaper as opposed to buying the J kit with the higher price then the H when it first hit the shelfs...... Built up the yankee seat and detailed it yesterday.....will post some updates...soon...... rgds mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelvk Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 I think leaving the ribs in there is a good idea. I left a load out on the Trumpeter one I'm working on, and found the fuselage to be a bit on the squishy side as a result. Can't hurt to keep it a bit sturdier.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted July 15, 2013 Author Share Posted July 15, 2013 I think leaving the ribs in there is a good idea. I left a load out on the Trumpeter one I'm working on, and found the fuselage to be a bit on the squishy side as a result. Can't hurt to keep it a bit sturdier.. Noted with thanks.....Alraedy got them painted so ....no harm in getting them inside rgds mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiffy Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 Nice progress. I have the USAF boxing and it actually comes with all the stuff from the earlier Navy boxing (even the decals). When I get around to mine, I'll probably leave out all the unseen stuff. I can't see the point, myself. Time is short and there are too many kits in the stash. Will follow your build with interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted July 21, 2013 Author Share Posted July 21, 2013 Thanks guys Got a picture based update.....close the sides together.....very clever design ......not much of issues....but ....the arrester hook needed to be cut off as it sits on the mating points.....as well with the bulkhead for the tail gear....needed shaving but still not enough so I need to tackle that while filling....... Its getting big.....and the dreaded engine bits are coming soon............ Rgds and Happy Modelling to all Mr B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 2, 2013 Author Share Posted August 2, 2013 HI Folks Getting long in the tooth on this one....got a minor update......making the fuselage complete......fit is not so great......but minor putty work is forseen....... This is where I am at now......tomorrow if all goes well I will get the Engine mounts on.....and go onto the Engine......also painted the underside plate...... This is how it looks with everything inside from underneath...... Best Regards mr B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark 64 Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 works for me so far. looks good Oliver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 7, 2013 Author Share Posted August 7, 2013 Thanks Mr Shark Anyways got an update ....sorry for the crappy pictures.....done mostly at night..... The pistons...wish it could fly.... .....to me its wasted plastic.....and because of that the crackcase does not fit well too much of pins on the other side..... The engine done......never again...! Instructions were no help at all..........or what is it me.........anyways its guess work and not really done well.......I was loosing steam.... Got most of the fuselage together .....with the engine mounts and stuff all in.....just hope the engine sits ok..... Tackled the wings spars....and done the underside bits......once again all this locating tabs and stuff hope it aligns well......... Next the outer wings and hopefully ...I can get a complete airframe soon.........loads of work and too many parts.......... Best Regards Mr B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 After seeing those pics, I want more!!!! Excellent work there, I have heard that those Zouki Mura are good and the pics show it Good luck with the rest of the build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fallmonk Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 This is going to be a good one , Look forward to seeing more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Thanks a bunch guys..... I managed to get some paint on......and the airframe is complete...........but hit a major snag.........anyone can help will be much appreciative.... The wing folds......does not look good in the down position did I miss something I know there is a tab/plate to cover the main joint but...the rear join looks sunken in....and as a personal preference, I do not like them in the up position especially on a air force bird.......will need to work out a solution.....anyone got a picture of the wings in deployed position will be helpful......... Will try and post some pics soon.......the tunnel can be seen but still not in reach.............hahahhaahhaha Rgds Mr B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelvk Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 The air force aircraft never had their wings up anyway. A mate of mine had pretty much the same problem with his wind folds. I thing copious putty, sanding and rescribing happened.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 The air force aircraft never had their wings up anyway. A mate of mine had pretty much the same problem with his wind folds. I thing copious putty, sanding and rescribing happened.. Thought so......and thanks for confirming that air force birds....rarely have their wings up...all the more reason to work out a solution....I think I have got it will give it a go...soon...but must be careful not to damage the paint work...... Hope I do not hash...it up.....will post soon Rgds Mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiffy Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Well, I wouldn't say "never". If you want to pose it folded up, then I'd say go right ahead. It would certainly take up less space. Having said that, when I get around to building mine, it will be wings down. Some good progress, btw. Nice looking cockpit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 13, 2013 Author Share Posted August 13, 2013 Thanks Smiffy.....those pictures really does help....I will still try the wings down...if all else fails.........I will fold them.......... Hope to see yours done up soon......... Rgds Mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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