TonyTiger66 Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 Very nice models Ken . I like the photo comparing it to a a Lancaster. It seems to be more in the Short Stirling league, but it is so substantial in the fuselage too. A Stirling or Lanc looks 'skinny' in comparison. I have the Amodel polar aviation version in the stash. All of this inspires me to build it. I have built many Amodel kits, but never a four engined one. Many of the early kits, although very good in outline, demand large amounts of filler. I wonder how well this huge beast fits together? Do I need to buy shares in model putty ? It seems your Zvezda has gone together well Alexey? I can't see much evidence of filler/putty in the build. All best regards Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted September 14, 2016 Author Share Posted September 14, 2016 Thanks chaps It looks like you're going to beat the finish date.I hope so but no guarantees. Time is an issue Did you buy the canopy masks or make them Alexey? There are many frames there.Eduard is your friend here it is next to a Lancaster....Blimey, that was supposed to be my shot Okay, I will place it next to XB-35, Farman-223 or Zeppelin Staaken did you have any trouble getting the masking tape to stick to the canopy ??Nope, not at all. I used Eduard masks and some masking tape, I don't remember the brand but it is not Tamiya, both stick well. But I'm with those who don't like Zvezda's transparent plastic too mostly because it is impossible to polish. No problem with paining either, maybe because I prime everything with Mr.Surfacer I wonder how well this huge beast fits together?Very well for the kit of that size, I only used a very small amount of liquid putty. There are a couple of bumps here and there but nothing that can't be cured in 5 minutes with several strokes of 400-grit sandpaper 3D prototyping is to blame 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted September 18, 2016 Author Share Posted September 18, 2016 Trying to paint camo freehand without masks 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Blimey.....That's flown along and it's looking superb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTiger66 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Absolutely stunning A very nice job on the freehand camouflage Alexey. Truly inspiring build TonyT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted September 24, 2016 Author Share Posted September 24, 2016 On her feet A coat of Klear and toucha-toucha-toucha-touch me, I want to be dirty Added fin struts to FAB-2000 bomb Here comes trouble. Tried to put a coat of matt varnish - the airbrush get clogged. Okay, how about I try Tamiya acryllic flat varnish? Blimey, it gave some whitish frost. Damn, sanded it down with water, tried different pressures, distances and dillusion proportions all with the same outcome - ugly white frost. So I decided to revive my old varnish that happened to be XTracryllic. Clogging problem occurs when particles glue to each other and become too large to get through the nozzle. Course of action - stir better, filter and dillute more, so I used power tools for stirring Added some more dirt As the GB was extended I will definitely have enough time to finish her - not much left 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Dapple Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 She's looking like a real beauty now Alexey Cheers, Stew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Great job Alexey I have the old Contrail vacform one of these, and given your vacform skills I'm surprised you didn't build that version! Look forward to the pictures next to the Straaken cheers Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTiger66 Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Good save on the varnish there. What is it with Matt varnishes? They all seem to be quite prone to be tricky. I havent tried it yet but I bought some Windsor & Newton Matt, on recommendation of CedB and a couple of others. Might be worth a try one day Alexey? Good luck with the weathering, a stage that fills me with fear . All the best TonyT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Glad you sorted the varnish problems, it's looking absolutely stonking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted September 30, 2016 Author Share Posted September 30, 2016 90% ready. Should be in time for GB finish 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted September 30, 2016 Share Posted September 30, 2016 Hi Alexey Stonking build mate you must be delighted, shame it's a bit on the small size Seriously mate, it will be great to see this one in the Gallery. cheers Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 That is just so cool.....Brilliant work Alexey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted October 2, 2016 Author Share Posted October 2, 2016 Last day of GB - time to say COMPLETE Mandatory shot with The Lanc And with my other entry - UT-1B http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235003397-yakovlev-ut-1b-172-neomega-complete 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Sorry I totally missed this WIP Alexey,what a superb build of a very interesting aircraft,a rare aircraft and kit to be seen despite the excellent reviews it get's and very reasonable price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Congratulations on bringing this one in Alexey. It's certainly an impressive looking model Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 A. Mazing. That's a monumental build. And you have maintained an amazing and consistent level of detail all the way through. I will be browsing through those pictures quite a bit more to appreciate all the little touches you have put in. Marvellous, regards, Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Fantastic, both the Pe-8, your model & your photos. brilliant all. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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