galgos Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 The ICM Gladiator is pretty easy to rig, as biplanes go: I always use Prym elastic, supplied as white but can be coloured to whatever you wish. Max 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted July 13, 2022 Author Share Posted July 13, 2022 8 minutes ago, galgos said: The ICM Gladiator is pretty easy to rig, as biplanes go: I always use Prym elastic, supplied as white but can be coloured to whatever you wish. Max Lovely work Max - congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 I didn't miss it, I commented at the time, still it was lovely and great to see again Roger. Great Job fella. Chris 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPMS19 Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 - Nothing new about rigging your beautiful Glad Dunny? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 2, 2022 Author Share Posted August 2, 2022 12 minutes ago, IPMS19 said: - Nothing new about rigging your beautiful Glad Dunny? I'm currently working up the courage! I need to respray the exhaust collector this weekend so I'm hoping that will provide the motivation. Thanks for the continued interest, Cheers, Roger 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark.au Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 I was wondering where this one was getting to…. An excellent idea to practice your rigging techniques. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles87 Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Waiting impatiently to see your technique, and hoping it’s something I’ll be able to do. John. 🇺🇦 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 2, 2022 Author Share Posted August 2, 2022 1 hour ago, Biggles87 said: Waiting impatiently to see your technique, and hoping it’s something I’ll be able to do. John. 🇺🇦 Thanks John - I hope it doesn't disappoint! Cheers, Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 6, 2022 Author Share Posted August 6, 2022 Hi All, The briefest of updates on the Glad! You can see that I'd neglected the cowling area when I sprayed the exhaust collector - I'd also noted a couple of prominent seams on the exhausts which I'd missed prior to paint: The seams were therefore scraped back, and the existing paintwork carefully masked thus: And here's the result after the respray, which at least to my eye is actually an improvement on the original! I've since given it an oil wash and a flat coat, and it is looking suitably lovely. I'm now getting to the point where Bob's Buckles will become an unavoidable part of my life... Thanks for looking, Roger 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 Now that's just plain pretty. 3 minutes ago, Dunny said: I'm now getting to the point where Bob's Buckles will become an unavoidable part of my life... And good luck with that. I know they will look tremendous in place but fiddly. Cheers, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 6, 2022 Author Share Posted August 6, 2022 Just realised on looking at the photo that I masked the wrong bit: Ach well, it's not getting changed now. To be fair, no-one will ever notice...🤣 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliGauld Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, Dunny said: Ach well, it's not getting changed now. A man after my own heart. I like that philosophy myself and have been known to use it regularly. Cheers, Alistair 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPMS19 Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, AliGauld said: A man after my own heart. I like that philosophy myself and have been known to use it regularly. Cheers, Alistair - As I do.......Sometime...but hushhhhh 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 Looks great Roger, looking forward to that rigging. It's not as scary as you think and you will be right chuffed when it is done. Great work ghat collector ring looks awesome Chris 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 Cor. What a catch up. Looks like I got here just before the end. I love your paintwork it just stunning and the whole package just sings. 👏👏👏👏 looking forward to the rigging. Johnny. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 6, 2022 Author Share Posted August 6, 2022 10 hours ago, bigbadbadge said: Looks great Roger, looking forward to that rigging. It's not as scary as you think and you will be right chuffed when it is done. Great work ghat collector ring looks awesome Chris Thanks Chris - I'm sure the rigging will be fine, and correcting the collector ring was the cue to get things going again! 4 hours ago, The Spadgent said: Cor. What a catch up. Looks like I got here just before the end. I love your paintwork it just stunning and the whole package just sings. 👏👏👏👏 looking forward to the rigging. Johnny. Thanks for the kind words Johnny! It's certainly an unusual paint scheme so I'm pleased that it works, Cheers, Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 7, 2022 Author Share Posted August 7, 2022 (edited) Hi All, I did a bit of loin-girding today, and decided to push on with the rigging. It really wasn't too painful an experience in the end, although it was a good few hours' work. Here's the initial bits around the cabane struts: I'm using Bob's Buckles for the first time, and they do add a nice touch in this scale. Here's the mainplane wires added - the cross-brace was added using 0.8mm plastic rod. And here's the upper wing CA'd in position - the mainplane struts were glued first, then the cabane struts wrangled into position - they all located well and stayed in place: Once that was complete there was very little left to do apart from a few fiddly bits so I'm now calling her done! Here's a few teaser shots: I won't get a chance to do an RFI today as I'm in the middle of cooking a roast, but perhaps during the week. I'm glad to have this one done - it's been a beautiful build and the kit itself is simply superb. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to build this iconic aircraft. Thanks very much to everybody who has shown an interest and encouraged me along the way - it has been much appreciated! Thanks for looking, Roger Edited August 7, 2022 by Dunny Spelling 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark.au Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 Looks absolutely superb Roger, well done. I’m looking forward to the RFI glamour shots 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 7, 2022 Author Share Posted August 7, 2022 4 minutes ago, mark.au said: Looks absolutely superb Roger, well done. I’m looking forward to the RFI glamour shots Thanks very much Mark - NOW I can start the Swordfish! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Dapple Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 She turned out a real beauty Roger, good work Cheers, Stew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 7, 2022 Author Share Posted August 7, 2022 6 minutes ago, Stew Dapple said: She turned out a real beauty Roger, good work Cheers, Stew Thanks for the kind words Stew - much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPMS19 Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 - It's a true beauty, The buckles facilitate greatly the task, seeing the splendid result you achieve, I've made my mind I will not use the photoetched rigging but buckles and wire system... -I'm eager to see your Strinbag... J.M 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 7, 2022 Author Share Posted August 7, 2022 5 minutes ago, IPMS19 said: - It's a true beauty, The buckles facilitate greatly the task, seeing the splendid result you achieve, I've made my mind I will not use the photoetched rigging but buckles and wire system... -I'm eager to see your Strinbag... J.M Thanks very much J M - the turnbuckles definitely add an extra level at the larger scale. Good luck with your build, Cheers, Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenCJ Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 Top Job, Dunny. I am thinking about getting one of those. But the flood damage has to be repaired etc. etc I also need to finish a photography diploma. Now they have got us making a web page. Not finished web page here: https://srcjphotos.com/ sorry no models. I would rather build a kit and relax for a bit. Stop winging, Jonsey. Dunny you have done a fantastic job on this and the other kits. Good to watch. Stephen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted August 7, 2022 Author Share Posted August 7, 2022 19 minutes ago, StephenCJ said: Top Job, Dunny. I am thinking about getting one of those. But the flood damage has to be repaired etc. etc I also need to finish a photography diploma. Now they have got us making a web page. Not finished web page here: https://srcjphotos.com/ sorry no models. I would rather build a kit and relax for a bit. Stop winging, Jonsey. Dunny you have done a fantastic job on this and the other kits. Good to watch. Stephen Thanks very much Stephen. Love the night sky photos - stunning! All the best with the repairs, Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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