Brandy Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Very nice - and it's not often I say that about big, dirty, choppers! Ian 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Just when you think it's safe to go back on the forum. I couldn't be more gobsmacked if you'd hit me in the face with a herring. Beautiful work. Cheers, Alistair 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 The Spadstahh does it again ‼️😎 You've just broken the dial on the Clapometer...... Not for the first time 👍 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VT Red Sox Fan Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Johnny—this was as an amazing catch up—the streaking is incredible & the rivets are perfect! Thanks for sharing the video. Best, Erwin 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles87 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 The exhaust cowl actually looks like cast iron, I would expect it to be cold to the touch. Altogether an amazing build. John 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 7, 2021 Author Share Posted March 7, 2021 On 28/02/2021 at 20:02, opus999 said: Thanks you guys! The video is a great resource too. No problems at all. 🤩 On 28/02/2021 at 21:37, Nikolay Polyakov said: Excellent progress so far, Johnny! Keep up the good work, Sir. 😉 Thanks Nikolay. 😇 On 28/02/2021 at 22:09, hendie said: that's looking incredible Johnny. The rotor head looks like it will be fantastic once painted up and greebled. Fingers crossed. I have done some work on these but it’ll be next time for pics. On 28/02/2021 at 22:42, CedB said: Glad you got the legs on eventually Johnny, always my worst bit - I lack the practice! Looking very good too and those rotors look the business eh? Thanks. On 28/02/2021 at 23:19, AdrianMF said: Crikey! It’s huge!! The weathering looks good and grimy too. Regards, Adrian Thank you. 😀 On 01/03/2021 at 01:29, Lewis95 said: Stunning Johnny Thank you sir. On 01/03/2021 at 07:30, Hamden said: Outstanding in the right setting could be mistaken for 1:1 Not far to the finish line now! Stay safe Roger No too far. Thanks. On 01/03/2021 at 08:37, Spookytooth said: Nice work on the landing gear Johnny. And the rotors are going to look very nice and big! Not far from the end now. Simon. Thanks Simon. ☺️ On 01/03/2021 at 12:15, giemme said: Amazing stuff, Johnny - from details to weathering! And that rotor is HUGE! Ciao Thanks G. On 01/03/2021 at 12:20, chrislowe said: Amazeballs. Great job Johnny Too kind. Thanks. On 01/03/2021 at 13:10, Brandy said: Very nice - and it's not often I say that about big, dirty, choppers! Ian 🤣🤣🤣thanks. On 01/03/2021 at 15:33, AliGauld said: Just when you think it's safe to go back on the forum. I couldn't be more gobsmacked if you'd hit me in the face with a herring. Beautiful work. Cheers, Alistair 🤣🐟 thanks On 01/03/2021 at 16:13, rob Lyttle said: The Spadstahh does it again ‼️😎 You've just broken the dial on the Clapometer...... Not for the first time 👍 Too kind. Thank you. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 7, 2021 Author Share Posted March 7, 2021 On 06/03/2021 at 00:57, VT Red Sox Fan said: Johnny—this was as an amazing catch up—the streaking is incredible & the rivets are perfect! Thanks for sharing the video. Best, Erwin Thank you Erwin. 😀 On 06/03/2021 at 06:46, Biggles87 said: The exhaust cowl actually looks like cast iron, I would expect it to be cold to the touch. Altogether an amazing build. John Ok. Thanks. 👌👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 7, 2021 Author Share Posted March 7, 2021 Good evening. Work has really shifted up a gear meaning less time for other things. 😲 but some progress has been made over the weekend. I’m getting to that point where I know what needs doing but not sure what to tackle so I took stock and just started finishing things. Before the wheels went on I wanted to dry brush them and get some brake lines on. So out with the lead wire. Then on with the wheels. To make them settle correctly I sat her up on her pins! Went pretty well. 🤩 Next up I glued on the rear fins. All the hatches got a flory wash then given a matt coat. I did some work on the gear head but really wanted to get on with the load out. I have decided to go with a fuel tank the rocket pod and the double tube things on the tips. I have a pic of this so Although it’s not in the instructions I’m running with it because I think it looks cool.🙂 The moulding on these is great but they still need to be drilled. And here looking a lot more like it. The rear was also drilled. I’ve seen the tube things on the end open and capped so I’m having them open. (But I didn’t take a pic😩) I did say I was running at it right? So actuators painted and washed which meant hatches. Soooo rear UC doors. Actuator glued to the upper door and windows unmasked. And glued in place. Zooming in I keep finding hairs on this thing. I’ll have to have a good pick over next bench visit. 🐰 I ran out of time so she sits here until next time. Definitely moving in the right direction. Thanks for looking in. Happy Modelling kids. Hope you’re having a splendid weekend. Johnny 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted March 7, 2021 Share Posted March 7, 2021 Wow! It’s going to be one of those models where you can’t work out how to pick it up, so many sticky-out bits (*). Let’s hope the aerials are kind to you and don’t run double wires all the way around it... Regards, Adrian (*) all immaculately Floried, of course! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 11 hours ago, The Spadgent said: Definitely moving in the right direction. You bet! Lovely detailing Ciao 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPMS19 Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 - I have no words in my vocabulary to express my admiration of the rendering of the rivets, I just can say "magnificent" ... it s a Gold winner at TELFORD SMW for sure..... 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Great work on the rivets Johnny, they really add a lot. Sort of wishing now that I had added some to my Hind...we will see how the HGW ones perform on my Havoc! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikolay Polyakov Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 On 07/03/2021 at 23:41, The Spadgent said: I have decided to go with a fuel tank the rocket pod and the double tube things on the tips. These tubes are the 9M114 missile (AT-6 Spiral) launchers - actually, very Hind-ish things. On 07/03/2021 at 23:41, The Spadgent said: The rear was also drilled. I’ve seen the tube things on the end open and capped so I’m having them open. (But I didn’t take a pic😩) I did say I was running at it right? So actuators painted and washed which meant hatches. Soooo rear UC doors. Excellent progress on these bits, Johnny! 👏 Do you have an electric drill or you’ve drilled all these 80 holes manually?! 🤪 On 07/03/2021 at 23:41, The Spadgent said: Definitely moving in the right direction. Definitely. Thanks for sharing with us! 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Looking GREAT Johnny - nearly there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPMS19 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 - Electric drill often rotate too fast which melt the plastic with over heating, hand drill is my prefered technique... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Stupendous as always! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perdu Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Hey Johnnie, very nice mate. Wow-and-a-half! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 12, 2021 Author Share Posted March 12, 2021 On 07/03/2021 at 21:26, AdrianMF said: Wow! It’s going to be one of those models where you can’t work out how to pick it up, so many sticky-out bits (*). Let’s hope the aerials are kind to you and don’t run double wires all the way around it... Regards, Adrian (*) all immaculately Floried, of course! I know. I’m struggling already. Wait till the rotors go on. 🤪 On 08/03/2021 at 07:51, giemme said: You bet! Lovely detailing Ciao Thanks Giorgio. On 08/03/2021 at 08:16, IPMS19 said: - I have no words in my vocabulary to express my admiration of the rendering of the rivets, I just can say "magnificent" ... it s a Gold winner at TELFORD SMW for sure..... Thank you so much. Far far too kind. 😇 On 08/03/2021 at 10:47, James G said: Great work on the rivets Johnny, they really add a lot. Sort of wishing now that I had added some to my Hind...we will see how the HGW ones perform on my Havoc! They do add a lot. That’s for sure. Good luck with the HG ones. On 08/03/2021 at 21:53, Nikolay Polyakov said: These tubes are the 9M114 missile (AT-6 Spiral) launchers - actually, very Hind-ish things. Excellent progress on these bits, Johnny! 👏 Do you have an electric drill or you’ve drilled all these 80 holes manually?! 🤪 Can’t believe you counted. I still didn’t count. 🤣 yes all by hand. 🤪 On 10/03/2021 at 08:23, CedB said: Looking GREAT Johnny - nearly there Thanks Ced. On 10/03/2021 at 08:53, IPMS19 said: - Electric drill often rotate too fast which melt the plastic with over heating, hand drill is my prefered technique... True. 😌 On 10/03/2021 at 09:08, John Masters said: Stupendous as always! Thankyou sir. On 10/03/2021 at 11:06, perdu said: Hey Johnnie, very nice mate. Wow-and-a-half! Ahh man. Thanks Bill. 😇 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 12, 2021 Author Share Posted March 12, 2021 Hey guys. Hope you have all had a great week. Although it’s been a busy old time at work I have managed a little on the larger of my two hinds. 🥳🍑 The engine hatches got glued in place with their actuators added. looks rather natty all in place. ❤️ I’m putting this down to our friend @hendie and his love of all things marmite. 🙊 A yeasty boost indeed! So with a belly full of goodness I tackled the rotor wires. (Lead) I’ll attach the other ends when it’s all assembled. The tail rotor also got some attention. Another motley bunch of assorted items to prime! Pssssssst! That’s better. 😀 The rotors look good. and the rear. They say silver in the paint call out but I’ve seen them painted frame grey/blue so I’m doing that so I can add a pre shade and be damned. 🙀 Talking of pre shade we got tanks. Rockety things in tubes. Lady bird hotels. 🐞 (I can’t not see that now) 🤣 Aaand of course rotors. This is going to look lovely in a top coat. BIG innit. 🙀 thanks for popping in. Gotta scoot, dinner bell. Johnny. 🙌 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teuchter Posted March 12, 2021 Share Posted March 12, 2021 Amazing attention to detail! Have you got your hands on Marmite Hot Cross Buns yet?😋 Don 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 12, 2021 Author Share Posted March 12, 2021 4 hours ago, Teuchter said: Amazing attention to detail! Have you got your hands on Marmite Hot Cross Buns yet?😋 Don Thanks. 😀 Just googled the hot cross buns!! Omg. I’d be all over those if I still ate cheese. 🤤 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opus999 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Those engines look spectacular with all the wiring/piping in them. It looks so real! I'm also really impressed with the rotors. I just ordered some lead wire 2 or 3 days ago because I finally figured out that's what folks were using on landing gears and things. Seeing how you used it on the rotors makes me glad I bought some! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 More great work Johnny 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikolay Polyakov Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 12 hours ago, The Spadgent said: Talking of pre shade we got tanks. Looks cool, Johnny! 😉 The mottling style is superb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendie Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 18 hours ago, The Spadgent said: I’m putting this down to our friend @hendie and his love of all things marmite. 🙊 Given up on the Flory's then and going for heavy duty weathering now are we? that helo is looking something rather wonderful Johnny 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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