Popular Post viperchief Posted February 26, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) Finished up the 1/72 Airfix MiG-17F. Careful fitting required around the nose but an overall enjoyable build. Added Eduard's PE set/wheels and Master Model guns/probes. Kit decals were used and settled in nicely with Mr Mark Setter underneath and Microsol on top. Shown with the rest of my MiG collection. Thanks for looking! Rich Edited February 26, 2021 by viperchief 76 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swralph Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Lovely build.😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Nicely done. How was it for nose weight, I've just bought one for the Africa GB? The rest of the collection is impressive, I do like the scheme on the -15. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 That is really nice work @viperchief! Superb work on the Fresco and a great MiG collection How did you do the paint chipping effect? It looks very effective 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 @viperchief Beautifully done, mate. Do you have any advice for getting the nose together successfully? The half ring/cannon cover over the splitter is tricky. I have trashed one kit already and about to start another! Thanks. Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opus999 Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Terrific looking MiG! The chipping is very realistic -- did you use chipping fluid? I'm also curious if there were any tricks to getting the nose to fit. I read that as a common complaint about this kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Very nicely done. This is by no means an “easy” kit to put together and to have it turn out as good as you made it, is a testament to your attention to detail and skills. Having this Airfix Fresco sit properly is a challenge too. I like it!!!!! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Brantley Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Oh yes! That's a fantastic MiG-17 Rich! Great paintwork and weathering techniques that really seal the deal. I love the family portrait too, always a sucker for those group pics like those. And I noticed the 3020 designation on the nose, a number associated with the North Vietnamese ace Le Hai. When I researched my MiG-17 in NVAF colors, I founded several paint schemes purporting to be his mount. Here's the one I settled on if you're interested: MiG-17 3020 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viperchief Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 3 hours ago, stevehnz said: Nicely done. How was it for nose weight, I've just bought one for the Africa GB? The rest of the collection is impressive, I do like the scheme on the -15. Steve. Thanks Steve! The instructions called for 20 grams...I used 16 grams and it is plenty! A combination of split shot fishing weights and "Liquid Gravity" did the trick. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viperchief Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 2 hours ago, Vultures1 said: That is really nice work @viperchief! Superb work on the Fresco and a great MiG collection How did you do the paint chipping effect? It looks very effective 40 minutes ago, opus999 said: Terrific looking MiG! The chipping is very realistic -- did you use chipping fluid? I'm also curious if there were any tricks to getting the nose to fit. I read that as a common complaint about this kit. Thank you! Here is my process for the chipping: 1. Primed with Mr Surfacer 1000 thinned with Mr Leveling Thinners (MLT). 2. Applied Mr Color GX2 Gloss Black immediately followed by a wet coat of MLT. Makes it super glossy! 3. Applied AK's Xtreme Metal Aluminum. Let cure over night. 4. Sprayed MiG "Scratches Effects" chipping fluid. 5. Sprayed topcoat of MRP lacquers. 6. Since MRP isn't water based, putting water on it and scrubbing with a brush doesn't work. I used a fiberglass scratch brush to perforate the MRP. I was then able to scrub water into it and start the chipping. I also used an old airbrush needle (functions as a great CA applicator as well) to carefully chip the edges of panels. Hope this helps! Rich 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viperchief Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 17 minutes ago, Gary Brantley said: Oh yes! That's a fantastic MiG-17 Rich! Great paintwork and weathering techniques that really seal the deal. I love the family portrait too, always a sucker for those group pics like those. And I noticed the 3020 designation on the nose, a number associated with the North Vietnamese ace Le Hai. When I researched my MiG-17 in NVAF colors, I founded several paint schemes purporting to be his mount. Here's the one I settled on if you're interested: MiG-17 3020 Thank you Gary! Yours is a superb Fresco build!!😍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viperchief Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, RidgeRunner said: @viperchief Beautifully done, mate. Do you have any advice for getting the nose together successfully? The half ring/cannon cover over the splitter is tricky. I have trashed one kit already and about to start another! Thanks. Martin 50 minutes ago, opus999 said: Terrific looking MiG! The chipping is very realistic -- did you use chipping fluid? I'm also curious if there were any tricks to getting the nose to fit. I read that as a common complaint about this kit. Thank you both very much! With regard to the nose...the edges of the lower fuselage and gun cover are beveled where they come together and the sprue gates are located there as well so careful cleaning of the edges is essential without removing too much plastic (easy to do with Airfix's soft stuff). I found when I installed the upper nose ring I had a gap on both sides where it mates to the lower nose ring/gun cover. I elected to keep the gaps in favor of having the nose ring and fuselage come together without a step. I then filled the gaps with styrene shims and sanded smooth. Hope this helps! Rich Edited February 26, 2021 by viperchief 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark4700 Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 That looks superb. Really like the paint chip effects. You’ve got a lovely collection of Mig’s there too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRunner Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 7 hours ago, viperchief said: Thank you both very much! With regard to the nose...the edges of the lower fuselage and gun cover are beveled where they come together and the sprue gates are located there as well so careful cleaning of the edges is essential without removing too much plastic (easy to do with Airfix's soft stuff). I found when I installed the upper nose ring I had a gap on both sides where it mates to the lower nose ring/gun cover. I elected to keep the gaps in favor of having the nose ring and fuselage come together without a step. I then filled the gaps with styrene shims and sanded smooth. Hope this helps! Rich Thanks Rich. That is a big help. Yes, I had the same gaps but figured it was my fault. I guess not. I have now bought some PE cockpit sets having seen the results on your beautiful build. Wez @Wez has bought some recently for his GB builds and I’ve been wondering. Seeing them in place has convinced me. Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 7 hours ago, viperchief said: Thank you both very much! With regard to the nose...the edges of the lower fuselage and gun cover are beveled where they come together and the sprue gates are located there as well so careful cleaning of the edges is essential without removing too much plastic (easy to do with Airfix's soft stuff). I found when I installed the upper nose ring I had a gap on both sides where it mates to the lower nose ring/gun cover. I elected to keep the gaps in favor of having the nose ring and fuselage come together without a step. I then filled the gaps with styrene shims and sanded smooth. Hope this helps! Rich Rich, Great result there and duly noted about fitting the nose section. Like the others, I'm in admiration of your MiG collection. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Aer Lingus Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 Fantastic work very nicely done thanks for sharing Eamonn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Cracking job, looks absolutely spot on 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josip Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 (edited) A true defender! An equal to Spitfires and Hurricanes. Unfortunately, you are far better modeler that deserves a better kit than this elementary Airfix attempt. Edited March 2, 2021 by Josip 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Excellent work on ALL the MiGs, great stuff ! Wulfman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booty003 Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Superb looking MiG. I really like the chipping effects - very convincing. I am looking forward to building this one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulaero Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Very nice ,like the restrained and realistic weathering 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in a shed Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 The subtle mottling and the paint chipping is just right, a lovely little MiG-17 Rich. I think they look great in the Vietnamese scheme. Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Very nice build, to echo Pete above I also like the Vietnamese markings. Great collection as well! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Great looking Fresco, really nice work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyJammedKenny! Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Beautifully done MiG-17! It looks just right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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