phildagreek Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Looks good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moaning dolphin Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Great work going on with that internal structure, its looking the business! Bob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 A great build, I've got mine into primer but having issues with the wing joint, nearly done now though! Looking forward to seeing this done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_W Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Looking good. I had issues on my 415 getting the underside nose piece to sit properly. maybe should have put in some plasticard taps for strength and lining things up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Good progress the detailing looks great. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Nice update Interior looks great! Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted February 16, 2016 Author Share Posted February 16, 2016 All, Time for an update. The fuselage is coming on nicely. Seams are nearly sorted time to get the other major components ready to be built up ready for priming etc.... First job is to get the flame retardant tank installed an the vent/filler hose cut to length. Cut to length.... The central fuselage section was a blank void. I decided that it would look better if it matched the rest of the fuselage. (Ha ha once it's closed it'll hardly be seen, why do we do this)! Completed section... Next up I thought I'd get some work done on the engines... This is how the basic kit engine would look ready to go in... Firstly, I've installed the ignition ring... Next up I've added some push rods... These are made from painted poly rods. Installed and cut to length. Then I've fitted the ignition harness and some other plumbing.... Put all together, repeat and voila! I'm quite happy with that.... Next up, I'll sort out the wing seams and close it all up ready for priming.... Thanks for reading.. Leon 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Engines look loads better! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smudge Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Very nice work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foresterab Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 really nice work on the engines. If you don't mind me asking what did you use for the copper wire? 2 weeks till forest fire season starts here...hopefully don't see the -215's this year (as in no local forest fires) foresterab 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Engines look loads better! Agree with that. , The central fuselage section was a blank void. I decided that it would look better if it matched the rest of the fuselage. (Ha ha once it's closed it'll hardly be seen, why do we do this)!....... Dunno - it's some sort of compulsion.........if you find a cure for it let me know 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Those engines look nice Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted February 17, 2016 Author Share Posted February 17, 2016 really nice work on the engines. If you don't mind me asking what did you use for the copper wire? 2 weeks till forest fire season starts here...hopefully don't see the -215's this year (as in no local forest fires) foresterab I tend to hoard any material that I come across that looks like it may be useful in future.... The copper wire used here came from the decorative wire around a bottle of Rioja... Shame to waste it!! Dunno - it's some sort of compulsion.........if you find a cure for it let me know Compulsion is the right word.... I think we've gone beyond any cure..... I only see insanity ahead.....but very detailed insanity! Oh the joy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Looks good like the engines. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grover 27 Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 (edited) You did a really good job on those watertanks. Also the interior and the engines. Build mine in flying position on a stand. Not remembering if the balance is ok to prevent a tail-sitter. If you use the wheels, please please check if additional nose weight is necessary. However it is still al long way ahead, be aware of those sharp rivets on the surface. They are able to damage the transfers if you move them once placed on the surface Put in exact position and don't replace them anymore is my advice. Like your work so far, compliments. Edit: Just googled about those Archer rivets. Never heard before now. I Also managed to lose a lot off rivets details on a Heller Nord 2501 Noratlas. So thanks for mentioning. And found this instruction on you tube, maybe it is helpful. Edited February 17, 2016 by Grover 27 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winnie Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 (edited) My former boss used to fly "Tanker 282" when it was in the Government Flying Services of Newfoundland and Labrador. It was usually based in Gander. The paint scheme was (and still is) known as "Peas and Carrots". I have had Tanker 282 drop right in front of me on the taxiway in Gander, quite the sight I'll say. oh and no gravel left either. not even in the ditch... Oh and by the way, FANTASTIC craftsmanship! Cheers H. Edited February 17, 2016 by Winnie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted February 18, 2016 Author Share Posted February 18, 2016 You did a really good job on those watertanks. Also the interior and the engines. Build mine in flying position on a stand. Not remembering if the balance is ok to prevent a tail-sitter. If you use the wheels, please please check if additional nose weight is necessary. However it is still al long way ahead, be aware of those sharp rivets on the surface. They are able to damage the transfers if you move them once placed on the surface Put in exact position and don't replace them anymore is my advice. Like your work so far, compliments. Edit: Just googled about those Archer rivets. Never heard before now. I Also managed to lose a lot off rivets details on a Heller Nord 2501 Noratlas. So thanks for mentioning. And found this instruction on you tube, maybe it is helpful. Thanks Grover 27 for the heads up, there is no doubt that she will be a tail sitter. However, I have a stack of weight ready to go in. I will also use white metal landing gear to cope with the additional weight. I had not considered the possible decal damage due to the raised rivets, I'll certainly bear that in mind - thanks again. My former boss used to fly "Tanker 282" when it was in the Government Flying Services of Newfoundland and Labrador. It was usually based in Gander. The paint scheme was (and still is) known as "Peas and Carrots". I have had Tanker 282 drop right in front of me on the taxiway in Gander, quite the sight I'll say. oh and no gravel left either. not even in the ditch... Oh and by the way, FANTASTIC craftsmanship! Cheers H. I have seen pictures of her in Newfoundland livery. It seems that the Buffalo boys have painted over it and applied the Buffalo Airways insignia. Some photos show the painted area as being prominent. Hopefully I'll capture this on the model. I am bit jealous, even though she has recently been at St Athan (less than 10 miles from where I am sitting), I have not been lucky enough to her fly. It is such a good looking aircraft IMHO anyway!! Thanks everyone for the comments.... Leon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Looks good, nice details. Why do we put detail inside where it can't be seen & only we know it's there? Because we can! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted March 15, 2016 Author Share Posted March 15, 2016 I have a few minutes free so I thought I would post a quick update... When test fitting the wings I found that I could see into the wing void, now that wouldn't do so I fitted some 'tabs' to blank off the gap. It's done the job... Then time to fit the leading edge lights. Firstly I marked up the locations and started to cut into the wing leading edges... Then I tidied up the opening... And repeat I decided that the best way to do the lights would be to cut some acrylic rod in half... Polished then drilled into the rear face and painted the bulb silver. Then painted the rear and side faces nato black. Time to fix into the wing shaped and then sand/polish into shape.... And repeat... Overall I'm very happy with how they have turned out... I'm busy working on seems etc now... I won't share any pictures as I find the whole sand fill and repeat process the most arduous and tiresome part of any model.... That said it has to be done.... More some.... Hopefully with primer on and time to have fun with the Archers Rivets.. Cheers Leon 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny_7713 Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Excellent technique for those lights, turned out really well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Hi Leon, Nice update I like how you have done the lights and good idea with the tabs in the wings. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted April 5, 2016 Author Share Posted April 5, 2016 Only a quick update, though probably represents the majority of the work done so far! I have spent the time since the last update assembling the major components. Now we have the wings, engines, tail-plane and canopy on... Then it was on with my favourite task filling and sanding the seams… I really struggle with this, not on a technical level but I really struggle to keep motivated through the endless fill, sand and repeat cycle... That said, needs must and time invested here is certainly is rewarded later... At least she is beginning to look like a CL-215 now... Here she is primed.. Just need to add the lost surface details with the aid of Archers and it's time to paint... 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Hi Leoni, I know what you mean about sanding , filling can be a bit repetitive but looking at what you have done it certainly has paid off, looking good. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foresterab Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Looking nice and tight. Pretty sure you've done a better job than I did on the seams. Looking forward to the final product now 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted April 5, 2016 Author Share Posted April 5, 2016 Hi Leoni, I know what you mean about sanding , filling can be a bit repetitive but looking at what you have done it certainly has paid off, looking good. Guy Thanks, it's all about the end result. I keep telling myself that! Looking nice and tight. Pretty sure you've done a better job than I did on the seams. Looking forward to the final product now Cheers. Plenty of work left to do. Once the paint is on I need to add some plumbing in the wheel wells and scratch build the front access door and the water chute doors, then decals etc etc... (Bangs head on desk muttering)....Thanks all, Leon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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