kev67 Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 That is one fantastic painted and finished model Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tail-Dragon Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 That is absolutely gorgeous, flawless in build and finish, and the sharkmouth makes that fierce looking! Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 I am looking now for the 4. time can't See enough of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robotics Posted June 27, 2015 Author Share Posted June 27, 2015 Hello guys and thanks again for the nice words!! Much appreciated! My modelling and best friend René (HartDeco on this forum) has made some more pics but now some detail shots of the Trojan. Hold on to your seatbelts, here they come :-); Have a nice evening! Jeroen 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 Sawasdee krub! Beautiful Thai aeroplane, lovely to look at. Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billydick Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 Tremendous job !!!! BillyD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffreyK Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 A stunning model all around. And brilliantly photographed so all your work can be suitably appreciated. Well done! Jeffrey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpc7676 Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 That is sublime in every way. Very nice indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilan Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 A beautiful model all around! Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spad Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 Fabulous! What else can I say. I have the kit and it really needs rivets - would love to be able to match your quality. Hmm! Thanks for sharing - inspirational! ATBRick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 (edited) Superb. Edited June 28, 2015 by Kagemusha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Templar Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 That's something special. The riveting must have needed some serious patience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Dot Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 Absolutely beautiful model Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robotics Posted June 28, 2015 Author Share Posted June 28, 2015 (edited) Hello guys, Nice to see so much positive feedback. About the rivets: @Spad; when I opened the box and looked at the fuselage and wings I heard just one thing in my mind and that was: "this baby screems to be riveted!". I had never done this before but luckily it turmed out exactly how I wanted it to turn out. But if there is anything you want to know about how I did it, please ask. No secrets here! @Templar; you are absolutely right. The whole riveting process took me about a full week of work and this was concluded with one entire weekend sanding and pricking every whole three times in total! So riveting with Rosie, sanding, pricking. Not satisfied, sanding, pricking. Not entirely satisfied yet, sanding, pricking. Finally done! Thanks again and have a great week! Reg. Jeroen Edited June 28, 2015 by Robotics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 Unbelievable, the detail, the paint, the weathering...it's all stunning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheStig Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 This is immense work sir! How was the kit to build? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 That is simply superb. Ian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
28ZComeback Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 To echo my fellow modelers above, can you describe how this fantastic replica was built? Simply the finest example of this kit that I can remember. Thank you for sharing it . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NontasB Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Excellent build!! Really really nice finish!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robotics Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 Hey again lads! To answer the questions about how this kit was to build I can only say that I really, really enjoyed every moment of it. Suprisingly good fitment on a lot of parts, which did not expect from this kit. I placed the rear bulkhead of the motor compartment back because this plate was exactly halfway the openings on top of the nose. I wanted to open these hatches so this was a no go. Also some extra attention is needed with the cowling. If you build it I can advise to glue it so that the top and side parts are aligned and then sand, cut or scrape the intake bottom section till it fits. Other that that I did not encounter too much trouble. Biggest advise I can give with this one is to take your time. This will really improve the result of this kit dramatically. The Aires pit is a great fit for this kit and it leaves you with a lot of working space after it is installed. Oh, one last thing; be sure to drop in A LOT of lead! I hope this answer your questions, if not, please ask! Have a nice day, Jeroen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goon Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 That is an absolute cracker. Flawless finishing and detail. Superb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strangeways Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Outstanding model and photography. Can I ask which flat coat you used? The finish is superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robotics Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 Hey there. @Strangeways; I always use Alclad matt coat, not the flat. The latter always gives me the furry finish and I hate it when that happens. Matt is much more foolproof and that's exactly what I need. ;-). Reg. Jeroen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenol Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Very nice indeed, all that riviting adds a lot. I think the nose wheel may be a tad under-scale though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robotics Posted June 30, 2015 Author Share Posted June 30, 2015 Very nice indeed, all that riviting adds a lot. I think the nose wheel may be a tad under-scale though. I think that might have something to do with the fact that I forgot to inflate the tire to the correct tirepressure before I glued it on 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Reg. Jeroen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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