Covjets13 Posted November 5, 2021 Author Share Posted November 5, 2021 10 hours ago, 2lefthands said: Excellent work! The only thing that distracts me are the ejection seat handles, but the whole build is beautiful! I know, I was trying something new, and I didn’t twist the lead wire enough, and coupled with making loops, it unwinds. If I take them off it will damage the seats so lesson learned, the next one will be better. Thank you all for your comments I am truly humbled. Cheers Si 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 It's always good to try something new. What we need is an AF that is variable diameters of wire already with the black/yellow hashes on it. Just snip and loop. But try it again, tighter as you said and maybe with a touch of CA to lock the wires together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 2 hours ago, Thom216 said: It's always good to try something new. What we need is an AF that is variable diameters of wire already with the black/yellow hashes on it. Just snip and loop. But try it again, tighter as you said and maybe with a touch of CA to lock the wires together. Black and yellow thread ? Soak it in C/A to harden it after twisting it and circling it around to get the shape ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dansk Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 See scale-a-ton’s method here (@7mins 55secs) The heavy loading of CA afterwards seems key. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covjets13 Posted November 10, 2021 Author Share Posted November 10, 2021 Thanks guys, will do on the next build….next will be a B conversion 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 This is excellent, really well done 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covjets13 Posted November 12, 2021 Author Share Posted November 12, 2021 Morning all, Well on the eve of the Nationals, I’ve finally finished her. It’s been a ‘muller’ build, with both ups and downs, successes and failures. I’ve learnt some some lessons that I can apply to next build. It’s also been very difficult with the concentration levels while building her post Covid. I would also like to thank all those who contributed with comments, those that just followed on with the build, but most of all the way you all received this build with such positive comments. Canopies done, also a little more wear😉 Another view, I do love the HGW RBF flags, really look much better the photo etch (IMHO) So here she is, sitting on the base, which is going to need some work. I think I’m going have a crack at some figures too. Should I carry this on on the Diorama section? So I’ll post some finished photos when I get back from Telford, having spent too much and drunk too much. 🥴 Thanks all for stopping by, cheers Si 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnson Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 Great result! 2 hours ago, Covjets13 said: So here she is, sitting on the base, which is going to need some work. I think I’m going have a crack at some figures too. Should I carry this on on the Diorama section? So I’ll post some finished photos when I get back from Telford, having spent too much and drunk too much. 🥴 The base does look a little clean, some figures and diorama extras will really set it off. Enjoy the show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 An excellent result Simon, well worth all the time and effort that you have put into her. I really like the paint touch ups, a very neat addition. Very well done mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 7 minutes ago, modelling minion said: An excellent result Simon, well worth all the time and effort that you have put into her. I really like the paint touch ups, a very neat addition. Very well done mate. Couldnt have said it better myself, that is just superb. I like the paint touch ups too. 9 hours ago, Covjets13 said: I would also like to thank all those who contributed with comments, those that just followed on with the build, but most of all the way you all received this build with such positive comments. No, actually thank you! This was inspiring for me and some great ideas and techniques for my brit Toom... Love how you have the RAT out and the fuel and (comms?) panels open. Its a winner in my eyes. Cheers Anthony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 What a beauty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dansk Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 Incredible Si, you’re really talented it looks so good. An inspiration. get a gratis beer from craig at telford if you voted for leotards and century fighters 👍 wish i was going 😞 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 1 minute ago, Dansk said: get a gratis beer from craig at telford if you voted for leotards and century fighters 👍 Don't worry Paul, Simon and I will be spending a lot of time together at Telford as we're in the same club, and I dare say we shall have drink or two. 3 minutes ago, Dansk said: wish i was going 😞 So do I mate, would be great to meet up in person. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 My apologies for not saying anything earlier, well done on this one. You could carry on in the diorama section, just remember to post updates here so we can see the finished product. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covjets13 Posted November 21, 2021 Author Share Posted November 21, 2021 Evening all, here’s some more photos…really please with how it’s turned out, and I’ve learned a lot too. Thanks again for all you encouragement and kind words… Thanks for stopping by, Cheers Si 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted November 22, 2021 Share Posted November 22, 2021 An excellent result Simon, great extra detailing and extremely good weathering. Very well done mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coneheadff Posted November 23, 2021 Share Posted November 23, 2021 Phantastic Phantom!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted November 23, 2021 Share Posted November 23, 2021 Yep, I still stand by what I said earlier....best Tamiya 32nd Phantom I have ever seen built, just superb! I could look at those pics all day, but I got to get ready for work Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted November 23, 2021 Share Posted November 23, 2021 Still looking phantastic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dansk Posted May 4, 2022 Share Posted May 4, 2022 Hi Simon @Covjets13, I hope you are fully corona recovered now. I'm inspired to build a 32 tamiya phantom now and wonddered if I can I ask you about your folded wings conversion? - was it it easy to do for the average jo? what was involved? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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