rob Lyttle Posted May 11, 2019 Share Posted May 11, 2019 I've really enjoyed going the extra mile with this great old kit. I was steered in the direction of the Skytruck books etc and came across the exotic wonderland of South American Aviation. WOW! Spoiled for choice, I finally decided on CP-1267 with Transportes Aereos Bolivar, opened some of the doors, dropped those magnificent flaps and got some movement on the elevator and rudder. Hand painted decor over the Ali foil and finished with laser printed decals. This was my first attempt at this, and I am well pleased with how they went on. An acknowledgement to fellow BMer obermartin who assisted greatly with the graphic design 👍 Loved doing the build. If you have one in your stash, either dig it out and make it.... ... Or PM me to discuss a sale /trade /swap!!! 😎🇧🇴😎 33 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janneman36 Posted May 11, 2019 Share Posted May 11, 2019 Hello Rob, that looks like a real heavy used skytruck 👍 great job on those decals as well.. cheers, Jan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted May 11, 2019 Share Posted May 11, 2019 Great and unusual subject! A ponderous model with a lot of work on! Congratulations! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 11, 2019 Share Posted May 11, 2019 Excellent work Rob ... I built one for a customer many years ago. His father flew them over the “Hump” during the war. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted May 11, 2019 Author Share Posted May 11, 2019 Should any browsers want to follow the build as it developed, the WIP is here, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 That has come up well Rob, I'm not normally a huge fan of foiling but in this case I think it works quite well & has surely produced a stunning looking model. I have one in stock, not its not for sale & no, it won't be started for ooooh, a while yet, Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vh-bob Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Rob ,Good to see a civil C-46, I have an Everts Air Fuel one thanks to DrawDecals Trev (vh-bob) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Hi Rob Another foiling masterpiece, great model fella and great work. All the best Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Rob.......... Great results on a most interesting subject. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted May 16, 2019 Author Share Posted May 16, 2019 Thanks for the positive feedback, guys. Doing the Curtiss has been a real pleasure, and opened my eyes to an interesting area of aviation. The dear old C46 is barely mentioned in the standard histories . In Europe and elsewhere, the plane is completely overlooked, and overshadowed by the DC3s. In the research, I came across an interesting diversion... There was a mod tried that involved fitting a couple of small jet turbines under the wings - that ran on the same fuel - in an effort to boost the performance of the plane. The Brazilian airline Varig tried this, apparently... Some interesting info and documentation came up on the WIP On 12/05/2019 at 09:50, vh-bob said: Good to see a civil C-46 Definitely, Trev!! There's absolutely NO excuse to douse your model in olive drab or any other form of "beige "!! 😎🇧🇴😇 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 On 5/11/2019 at 6:49 PM, rob Lyttle said: 😮 Oh my word! That metal finish is ace! Sorry I missed this build. Looks like you have another stunner on your hands. Johnny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted May 17, 2019 Author Share Posted May 17, 2019 2 hours ago, The Spadgent said: stunner on your hands. It's been a blast, Johnny. As in your style, learning loads along the way. That's the point, isn't it!? And laser print bespoke decor into the bargain. So many possibilities.... 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 I like it. I get visions of nefarious activities taking place at remote South American jungle airstrips. The plane's well-used finish seems to enhance the effect. Very cool. 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted May 23, 2019 Author Share Posted May 23, 2019 (edited) @kapam, well yes, there's been more than a few planes impounded over the years. The Bolivian planes were mostly used for getting freight in and out of high, remote farms and regions in the Andes, before decent roads and infrastructure was in place.. La Paz Airport is at 13000 ft and that's before you even take off! Beef carcasses were a regular cargo. I'll put on a couple of pictures when Flickr is back up and running. There was at least one B17 converted and used regularly in this trade, if you fancy doing a little conversion!! Does this work....? https://photos.app.goo.gl/DBvpbYXehbYvkonK9 https://photos.app.goo.gl/s6CofMJkpwdAaHVb9 Edited May 24, 2019 by rob Lyttle Addition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted May 24, 2019 Share Posted May 24, 2019 I love the battered metal appearance,....... very authentic,....... nice job,... reminds me of the Ice Pilots Buffalo Airlines series. Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted May 24, 2019 Share Posted May 24, 2019 That's a very cool piece of work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted May 25, 2019 Author Share Posted May 25, 2019 Here's some of the reference material I've been working from. CP 1267 in the "maintenance yard" at La Paz. CP 973 in the background. That's the airframe that has been restored to airworthiness, completely renovated inside as a passenger plane and put up for auction earlier this year. The TAB styling, Here's the subject of my labours Flaps operation reference, There's some great material available when you start looking for it. I'd like to recommend "Legends in their own Time" as a resource. 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted May 25, 2019 Share Posted May 25, 2019 Absolutely love your work here on the metal surfacing Rob. Inspiring. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme H Posted May 25, 2019 Share Posted May 25, 2019 A challenge kit to build, and a great rendition of a NMF what's not to love 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryanm Posted May 26, 2019 Share Posted May 26, 2019 Super - made me think of Graham Greene's 'Travels with my Aunt' (although they were Dakotas). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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