Chief Cohiba Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 8 minutes ago, AliGauld said: Thanks for the info. I'll need to go and search the book out. Cheers, Alistair I should remark in addition, that it's a comic, not to cause any disappointments when you expect a serious piece of literature, not really Shakespeare that is... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 12, 2021 Author Share Posted September 12, 2021 2 minutes ago, Chief Cohiba said: I should remark in addition, that it's a comic, not to cause any disappointments when you expect a serious piece of literature, not really Shakespeare that is... It's OK I knew from the authors name it would be a comic. Just picked up a digital copy of the full series. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Cohiba Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 ..I just stumbled across this, I might get one for mine: http://www.begemotdecals.ru/showpos.php?&lang=2&pic=2&id=114 Just in case you don't want to stick with the kit's theme limitations. It's 79 options included. 😉 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 13, 2021 Author Share Posted September 13, 2021 Some primer has been flung about. Followed by Colourcoats AMT-7 A quick question for anyone who can tell me. On the Starboard wing root there is a clear part to go in. Should this be clear or painted. I've searched the net and can't find any pictures that are sufficiently clear to see properly. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 Lovely work! On 12/09/2021 at 13:55, Chief Cohiba said: I might get one for mine That decal sheet is amazing. With the range of stars and fonts you could use it for lots of other soviet types. I don't want to run the temptation of building another 79 Po-2s though... 55 minutes ago, AliGauld said: Should this be clear or painted. The thingey on the starboard side between the venturi and the elevator crank is a simple bombsight. So given that you need to see your target, I left the rectangle on the wing root open so they could see through it, and painted the edges brown to show the wood structure. My 2p worth, based on uninformed logic rather than fact. Lots of WWI aircraft had an uncovered inboard bay for the same thing. I'm still annoyed I missed that on a DH9 I built around ten years ago! Regards, Adrian 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 13, 2021 Author Share Posted September 13, 2021 2 minutes ago, AdrianMF said: Lovely work! That decal sheet is amazing. With the range of stars and fonts you could use it for lots of other soviet types. I don't want to run the temptation of building another 79 Po-2s though... The thingey on the starboard side between the venturi and the elevator crank is a simple bombsight. So given that you need to see your target, I left the rectangle on the wing root open so they could see through it, and painted the edges brown to show the wood structure. My 2p worth, based on uninformed logic rather than fact. Lots of WWI aircraft had an uncovered inboard bay for the same thing. I'm still annoyed I missed that on a DH9 I built around ten years ago! Regards, Adrian Thanks Adrian, From the photos of your build I thought you had done that. I figured it was something to do with the bombs but to have it clarified is great. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 Looking good, great to see some paint going on Alistair. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 13, 2021 Author Share Posted September 13, 2021 Thanks Chris, I'm always happier when I can get some paint on. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 14, 2021 Author Share Posted September 14, 2021 Small update. I tried today to freehand the camo and Oh Dear Bod I did not like the finish. I had missed bits and tide marks. So, long story short. It's been stripped back and I will start again. Cheers, Alistair 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 That's a shame Alistair, although I am sure it will all work out well. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 14, 2021 Author Share Posted September 14, 2021 9 minutes ago, bigbadbadge said: That's a shame Alistair, although I am sure it will all work out well. Chris Thanks Chris, I'm not used to such close up work with the airbrush. Just needs practice. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 Could be a good opportunity to try a bit of brushpainting Good luck with the practice fella. Chris 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2996 Victor Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 I'm certain it'll be spot-on second time round! Looking forward to seeing the results Cheers, Mark 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 14, 2021 Author Share Posted September 14, 2021 8 minutes ago, 2996 Victor said: I'm certain it'll be spot-on second time round! Looking forward to seeing the results Cheers, Mark Thanks Mark, Oh I'll get there it might take a few attempts until I learn the tricks to get it done. Cheers, Alistair 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandie Dinmont Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I think you really should have put some pictures up just to prove to us mortals that you can very occasionally produce a less than perfect finish. Just as encouragement, you know. I’m sure the next try will more than come up to your high standards. Craig. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 15, 2021 Author Share Posted September 15, 2021 2 hours ago, Dandie Dinmont said: I think you really should have put some pictures up just to prove to us mortals that you can very occasionally produce a less than perfect finish. Just as encouragement, you know. I’m sure the next try will more than come up to your high standards. Craig. I'm sorry Craig but the pictures were not suitable for a family friendly forum. I'll get it eventually. Cheers, Alistair 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 Well, it's been a wee while for any updates on this. The first attempt at freehand camo was a complete disaster. I'd used MRP for the AMT-1 and didn't like the look as I thought it was too dark. Second attempt was with Vallejo Model Air AMT-1 but it was, in my opinion, far too light and for some reason the ColourCoats AMT-4 or AMT-12 refused to lie down over the Vallejo as it was fish-eyeing. And finally we arrive at attempt three and back with the MRP but layered a bit more this time with 5 or 6 light coats and it looks a bit better. ColourCoats AMT-4 has also been applied, so, just awaiting a remask and AMT-12 applied. Some of the strutty bits got some AMT-4 as well. Apologies for the lack of progress but work and stuff got in the way. I'll get the AMT-12 on tomorrow. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Very nice. I have built this kit and enjoyed it immensely. i see you are of the same mind! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 15 minutes ago, John Masters said: Very nice. I have built this kit and enjoyed it immensely. i see you are of the same mind! Thanks very much. Enjoying may be a relative term at the moment but if the AMT-12 goes OK then I'll start. It is a rather lovely wee kit though. All the issues are entirely self inflicted. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Great to see some camouflage colours going on , soon be doin that rigging!!! Great work Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 58 minutes ago, bigbadbadge said: Great to see some camouflage colours going on , soon be doin that rigging!!! Great work Chris Thanks Chris, I'm desperately trying not to fixate on that at the moment. 😉 Cheers, Alistair 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted September 26, 2021 Share Posted September 26, 2021 Colours are looking good now. I had a similar paint problems with my build - couldn't get on with the mig colours. Looking forward to yours getting finished. Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 26, 2021 Author Share Posted September 26, 2021 17 minutes ago, AdrianMF said: Colours are looking good now. I had a similar paint problems with my build - couldn't get on with the mig colours. Looking forward to yours getting finished. Regards, Adrian Thanks Adrian, It's getting there but I will admit the paint issues have knocked my enthusiasm a tad. Cheers, Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 26, 2021 Author Share Posted September 26, 2021 A bit of ColourCoats AMT-12 has ben applied. There are some touch-ups required but I think that'll do for me. It'll probably look a bit better once the strutty bits and the decals are on and it's not so stark. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted September 30, 2021 Author Share Posted September 30, 2021 Some struttery bits were stuck on this morning. Firstly the cabane struts using an idea that I unashamedly pinched from AdrianMF. Then I lined up the main wing struts with the top wing but forgot to photo that bit. Once everything was dry I got some decals on board. The final decal that should go under the cockpit opening curled up and welded itself together on contact with the water and try as I might I couldn't get it to unravel. So, this is going to have to go on the back burner until I can source a replacement. Probably means I'll need to get a second kit as there doesn't seem to be an aftermarket set available. Thanks for looking, Cheers, Alistair 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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