Learstang Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 (edited) Yes, the nacelles/cowlings could be a bit manky, as the Griffons were notoriously leaky on the Shack and put out a ton of exhaust. Best Regards, Jason Edited February 14, 2021 by Learstang Small change. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 14, 2021 Author Share Posted February 14, 2021 Just now, Learstang said: Yes, the nacelles/cowlings could be a bit manky, as the Griffons were notoriously leaky on the Shack and put out a ton of exhaust. Best Regards, Jason From what I recall in comparison to the MR2, the AEW2 showed only the lightest smearing of exhaust staining over the top of the wing but I'm not 100% certain on that. I'm sure sharper intellects will enlighten me as I can't find much in the way of photos of top of the wings. Cheers, Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 The real difference was when the individual exhaust stubs were replaced with the MR-3-type exhaust tubes. This stopped the tremendous staining on the tops (and bottoms) of the wings that had characterised the MR.1s and MR.2s with the individual exhaust stubs. I believe this change was affected on the MR.2s between the Phase II and Phase III modifications. Some T.4s (trainer versions of the MR.1) also received the MR.3-type tubes. Even with the tubes, there was still some exhaust staining, on the nacelles, but not nearly as much as before. Of course these tubes did nothing to stop the Griffons from their prodigious leaking. Best Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 14, 2021 Author Share Posted February 14, 2021 24 minutes ago, Learstang said: The real difference was when the individual exhaust stubs were replaced with the MR-3-type exhaust tubes. This stopped the tremendous staining on the tops (and bottoms) of the wings that had characterised the MR.1s and MR.2s with the individual exhaust stubs. I believe this change was affected on the MR.2s between the Phase II and Phase III modifications. Some T.4s (trainer versions of the MR.1) also received the MR.3-type tubes. Even with the tubes, there was still some exhaust staining, on the nacelles, but not nearly as much as before. Of course these tubes did nothing to stop the Griffons from their prodigious leaking. Best Regards, Jason Thanks very much for this. The Griffons certainly could leak a bit. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 17, 2021 Author Share Posted February 17, 2021 I've been itching to get on with this for the last two days at work. Still got tomorrow to go but as I had some time tonight and wasn't feeling too sleep deprived we have this Flory Dark Dirt Wash applied and allowed to dry. Since the photos showed some bits that I hadn't cleaned properly these have since been done. I think I have hit the effect I wanted, not dirty but the surface detail now showing more clearly. I'm off on Friday so will have a good look in daylight. If I think it needs knocking back a bit then I've got plenty of saliva. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Quack Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Just keeps getting better and better. Q 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 17, 2021 Author Share Posted February 17, 2021 1 minute ago, Dr. Quack said: Just keeps getting better and better. Q Thanks very much. You're being too kind. Cheers, Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Well, if seeing the excellent job you're doing on your AEW.2 doesn't get me back to working on mine, I don't know what will. Great work! Best Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 17, 2021 Author Share Posted February 17, 2021 1 minute ago, Learstang said: Well, if seeing the excellent job you're doing on your AEW.2 doesn't get me back to working on mine, I don't know what will. Great work! Best Regards, Jason Thanks again, Jason, I think you're being too kind as well but the encouragement and help that you and others have given me on this journey has been more that gratefully received. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 No, I don't feel I'm being too kind, Alistair. Your Shack is shaping up very nicely indeed! Best Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Looking the part Alistair. That wash has definitely brought the details and panel lines out very nicely without over doing it. Simon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 +1 for the wash. It looks splendid. Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Looks Good Alistair with the wash it has brought out the details a lot better. Great job Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 7 hours ago, Spookytooth said: Looking the part Alistair. That wash has definitely brought the details and panel lines out very nicely without over doing it. Simon. Thanks Simon, I'll have a good look in proper daylight tomorrow to see if there's any bits of wash I've missed but I hope the final effect will be noticeable but not overpowering. 7 hours ago, AdrianMF said: +1 for the wash. It looks splendid. Regards, Adrian Thanks so much for your kind comment. 1 hour ago, bigbadbadge said: Looks Good Alistair with the wash it has brought out the details a lot better. Great job Chris Thanks Chris, I think I'm at the stage that fear of messing up is more powerful than any plans I might have made. The beauty of the Flory Wash is if I don't like it it can be washed off completely. Bay and Undercarriage doors will be washed tomorrow. I'll look at the spinners again and see if I can improve on them but I think the end may be nigh. Cheers, Alistair 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 Not a particularly productive day so far. Life got in the way. But stuff has happened. She's up on her feet. The kit wheels have been dry fitted just now as the resin ones are skinnier and will require immediate gluing to keep them on and the wheels will make putting the top satin coat on so much easier. Other little finicky bits have been painted to be stuck on at the last moment. The exhausts have finally been given a coat of paint but I'm going to do a wee bit oh photo checking to see how they look on the real thing before I stick them on. The spinners were given another fill, sand and paint as I wasn't happy with the previous result. They look a lot better now. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 While I was cooking the Korma for tonight. I got the propellers attached, Now, She's starting to look like a Shack. I may not be home and dry buy I think I could be said to be home and vigorously towelling off. I hope to get the little sticky out bits on later to allow a satin coat tomorrow. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Looking great Alistair, I hope the hot pan didn't get to near the model !!! Great work Chris 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) Nice to see the Grey Lady on her feet, Alistair! Why I've even pulled my semi-completed AEW.2 off the shelf to maybe do a bit of work on her! And now that the power situation has stabilised here in snowy Texas, I've started work again on my Shackleton book (sure to be a best-seller, and I hope to have it turned into a Broadway musical!). Best Regards, Jason Edited February 19, 2021 by Learstang Additional comments added. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, bigbadbadge said: Looking great Alistair, I hope the hot pan didn't get to near the model !!! Great work Chris Nah, I kept them on opposite sides of the kitchen. I learned stuff like that the hard way. 2 minutes ago, Learstang said: Nice to see the Grey Lady on her feet, Alistair! Why I've even pulled my semi-completed AEW.2 off the shelf to maybe do a bit of work on her! Best Regards, Jason Thanks Jason, I'm glad you're going for it. I know everyone would love to see the results. Cheers, Alistair 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Believe me, I'd love to see mine finished, also! Best Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 10 minutes ago, Learstang said: Believe me, I'd love to see mine finished, also! Best Regards, Jason I know you'll get there but researching and writing your excellent books must take up an awful lot of time. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 Finicky sticky out bits have been applied. A satin coat should be applied tomorrow and if things dry and I have time then I'll attempt to mask off the nose and matt coat it. Thanks for looking. Cheers, Alistair 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 I'm liking the look of that very much… I may have to extend my 'theme' a little … 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted February 20, 2021 Author Share Posted February 20, 2021 9 hours ago, CedB said: I'm liking the look of that very much… I may have to extend my 'theme' a little … Thanks so much, I think a Shackleton would look rather good flying in tandem with that marvellous Nimrod of yours. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amos brierley Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 12 hours ago, AliGauld said: Finicky sticky out bits have been applied. A satin coat should be applied tomorrow and if things dry and I have time then I'll attempt to mask off the nose and matt coat it. Thanks for looking. Cheers, Alistair Hi Alistair, what I like about this build is that you added a lot of extras, going that extra mile to separate yours from the plethora of Shacks on the horizon, even throwing the kitchen sink at it. 😃 Coming along nicely. 😉 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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