Shake Posted August 5 Posted August 5 On 03/08/2025 at 12:53, CedB said: Hi Ced, despite the airbrush struggle your sky coating looks good! @Grey Beema Good find, it shows clearly how the Youngman Flaps work. Every day is a learning day, thanks for posting. Sjaak 4 1
CedB Posted August 9 Author Posted August 9 On 03/08/2025 at 13:03, Beard said: This is a kit you won't forget in a hurry. Nor I, it! On 03/08/2025 at 14:17, 81-er said: This one's still proving to be a bit of a rollercoaster, but you're getting there, Ced. The Sky undersides look good, as does that airbrush. A variant of the H&S Infinity? Hopefully you're going to treat yourself to a nice Tamiya kit after this one! James Thanks James. A nice Tamiya it will be! On 03/08/2025 at 16:42, giemme said: Looking forward to how the liquid mask works for you, Ced Neat job with the primer! The flap thing is annoying, but better not prying if TeT didn't work. Ciao Thanks Giorgio. I shall not pry further! On 03/08/2025 at 18:39, Mr T said: This kit is fighting you every step of the way, but I am sure you will come out on top. Was hoping to add an innuendo, but full of homemade beef stroganoff, apple cake and wine. My enthusiasm for building this kit as a possible GB entry for next year is waning rapidly, which is a shame as I have always fancied building one. Thanks Mr T. Innuendo? Mojo low at the moment otherwise I'd give you one On 04/08/2025 at 18:21, Keeff said: Was this a total blockage or just a case of dry tip @CedB? (Oooh errr Mrs!) Its a shame about the flaps, but who knew about this fandangled design.... apart from Mr. Youngman of course and those inexplicable instructions? Anyway, looking positively resplendent in sky ... nice work and my prediction of paint comes true! This will be a build you'll be proud of and want to forget all on one go! Keith ☺️ Thanks Keith. It was a block, possibly caused by the wrong thinner or just lack of use. Proud of it? We shall see! On 04/08/2025 at 19:11, Cookenbacher said: Your perseverance is very admirable on this one Ced, and is it should be mentioned that this is turning out to be quite the looker - very menacing looking aircraft! Thanks Cookie! On 05/08/2025 at 00:42, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: I have the same kit in the stash, Its going up for sale. It’s too much for my patience to handle. Good idea Dennis On 05/08/2025 at 01:20, Chuck1945 said: Definitely bonus points for perseverance! I built the original MPM version of the kit when it was relatively new and I got this boxing when it was released but I’m nowthinking it will just stay in the box and I can relive the hazy and much less troublesome memories of the earlier project 😎 Thanks Chuck. I would like to say that this build might allow you to avoid the issues but I'm not sure I can. On 05/08/2025 at 07:11, Biggles87 said: You’re definitely winning, apart from the airbrush mishap. I looked at my 1/48 version the other day and I don’t think it will be any easier than yours. I remember thinking when I bought it that I might fold one of the wings ( stupid boy! ) but now think that perhaps displacing the elevators would be enough of a challenge. John. 🇺🇦 Thanks John. The Baron folded a wing as you probably know. 50 page build. Enough said? On 05/08/2025 at 07:25, Terry1954 said: That's better! Everything looks wonderful with a decent coat of sky underneath. I get that. A very appropriate gift from our American friends. As for the next kit, I can think of one that is very unlikely to give you any assembly problems at all, Ced. It may be a long build though. Clues ........... 1/32 ........... big ......... beautiful .......... one previous careful owner. Just saying 😉 T. Thanks Terry. 1/32? Not my scale and I can't think what you might be 'hinting at'. Ahem On 05/08/2025 at 08:00, Biggles87 said: I keep forgetting to mention. Do you thing that the young lady in the above picture is looking up the tyre pressures on her mobile? 😜 On 05/08/2025 at 08:36, Terry1954 said: Facetiming her boyfriend I reckon! T. On 05/08/2025 at 14:43, Keeff said: Trying to complete the day's Wordle or figuring out how those flaps work? Keith ☺️ On 05/08/2025 at 14:34, The Spadgent said: Sky’s the limit! 🧥 On 05/08/2025 at 15:10, Grey Beema said: I don't know if this helps. A little bit of googling... Youngman Flaps deployed as flaps to assist lift. Hinged down at the training edge up to 20 deg (?) Deployed as dive breaks. Trailing edge hinged up, up to 30 deg (?) Ooh thanks Graham. You're obviously better at Googling than me. Great shots. On 05/08/2025 at 19:42, Shake said: Hi Ced, despite the airbrush struggle your sky coating looks good! @Grey Beema Good find, it shows clearly how the Youngman Flaps work. Every day is a learning day, thanks for posting. Sjaak Thanks Sjaak. For some reason my mojo is low but I did start this morning: Really hard to discipline myself TBH. I like the Barracuda as an aircraft but this kit A friend has been tidying his cupboards and look what he sent me: Will I be tempted? Probably not. I will try harder. 15 2 1
CedB Posted August 9 Author Posted August 9 OK, I disciplined myself and finished the masking: and sprayed the EDSG: Nearly there. 20 1
Terry1954 Posted August 9 Posted August 9 1 hour ago, CedB said: Nearly there. Looking good, don't give up, have faith! 7 hours ago, CedB said: 1/32? Not my scale and I can't think what you might be 'hinting at'. Ahem Wot cant speak can't lie ........... dodgy dealings..... T. 13
Shake Posted August 9 Posted August 9 Looking good! Some more masking, a coat of EDSG and you are almost there. And maybe a bit ungrateful to the sponsor of the Frog Barracuda, but its propeller would be a very good replacement for the SH prop. The SH propeller is much too small. Sjaak 1 1
Dunny Posted August 10 Posted August 10 20 hours ago, CedB said: I like the Barracuda as an aircraft but this kit Ced, It has been a bit of a battle (as opposed to a Battle!) but look at the result! A triumph of persistence, Cheers, Roger 1 3
silverfox63 Posted August 10 Posted August 10 15 hours ago, Terry1954 said: Wot cant speak can't lie ........... dodgy dealings..... BUSTED!! Remember, cameras are everywhere, lol. 4
81-er Posted August 10 Posted August 10 Never mind the cameras, there were many witnesses I'm glad you've pushed through and got the EDSG on now, Ced, one step closer to the finish line... James 1 2
Cookenbacher Posted August 10 Posted August 10 Back alley dealings, Frog Barracudas, and paint - this thread is full of intrigue. 6
perdu Posted August 11 Posted August 11 Looks a lot more like Dark Slate Grey to me... Just saying. (wanders off humming The Dam Busters March for some entirely unconnected reason...) 🎼dar dar dar dar diddy dar dar dar dar dar dar diddy dee...🎵 🎶 5 1
Biggles87 Posted August 11 Posted August 11 I have to agree with @perdu Ced, it does look a little pale for EDSG, perhaps it’s just the lighting in your booth. John. 🇺🇦 PS: we’re looking forward to(?) a week of temperatures in the mid 30s with overnight temperatures of around 20c. I’m going to hide in the house with the shutters closed whenever possible. 2 1
CedB Posted August 11 Author Posted August 11 On 09/08/2025 at 18:10, Terry1954 said: Looking good, don't give up, have faith! Wot cant speak can't lie ........... dodgy dealings..... T. Of course I remember Terry. Just teasing. I hate teasing Sorry… On 09/08/2025 at 19:12, perdu said: Infamy Well infaU On 09/08/2025 at 19:25, Shake said: Looking good! Some more masking, a coat of EDSG and you are almost there. And maybe a bit ungrateful to the sponsor of the Frog Barracuda, but its propeller would be a very good replacement for the SH prop. The SH propeller is much too small. Sjaak Thanks Sjaak. On 10/08/2025 at 06:51, Dunny said: Ced, It has been a bit of a battle (as opposed to a Battle!) but look at the result! A triumph of persistence, Cheers, Roger Thanks Roger, kind of you On 10/08/2025 at 08:59, giemme said: Smooth job with the EDSG, Ced! Ciao Thanks Giorgio. Actually I typed wrongly - it's the Dark Slate grey. Oops. On 10/08/2025 at 09:58, silverfox63 said: BUSTED!! Remember, cameras are everywhere, lol. Where? Where? 14 hours ago, 81-er said: Never mind the cameras, there were many witnesses I'm glad you've pushed through and got the EDSG on now, Ced, one step closer to the finish line... James Thanks James 13 hours ago, Cookenbacher said: Back alley dealings, Frog Barracudas, and paint - this thread is full of intrigue. 3 hours ago, perdu said: Looks a lot more like Dark Slate Grey to me... Just saying. (wanders off humming The Dam Busters March for some entirely unconnected reason...) 🎼dar dar dar dar diddy dar dar dar dar dar dar diddy dee...🎵 🎶 Of course you're right Bill. I erred! 2 hours ago, Biggles87 said: I have to agree with @perdu Ced, it does look a little pale for EDSG, perhaps it’s just the lighting in your booth. John. 🇺🇦 PS: we’re looking forward to(?) a week of temperatures in the mid 30s with overnight temperatures of around 20c. I’m going to hide in the house with the shutters closed whenever possible. Dark Slate Grey it is. We're in for another 'heat wave' here so progress may slow down, just like me Before the heat struck: Measure the wingspan, import a scanned scheme to Silhouette Studio, resize and trace. Didn't work. Smooth Freehand tool to the rescue: The masking is peeling off already. Waiting for cooler… 12 1
giemme Posted August 11 Posted August 11 4 hours ago, CedB said: Actually I typed wrongly - it's the Dark Slate grey. Oops. Never mind, I've yet to deal with British maritime aviation colors, so I know squat about them and easily confuse them. I'll cross that bridge when I get to it (a resin Sea Vixen being the bridge...) Ciao 2 1
mike romeo Posted August 11 Posted August 11 On 8/9/2025 at 10:24 AM, CedB said: Nor I, it! Thanks James. A nice Tamiya it will be! Thanks Giorgio. I shall not pry further! Thanks Mr T. Innuendo? Mojo low at the moment otherwise I'd give you one Thanks Keith. It was a block, possibly caused by the wrong thinner or just lack of use. Proud of it? We shall see! Thanks Cookie! Good idea Dennis Thanks Chuck. I would like to say that this build might allow you to avoid the issues but I'm not sure I can. Thanks John. The Baron folded a wing as you probably know. 50 page build. Enough said? Thanks Terry. 1/32? Not my scale and I can't think what you might be 'hinting at'. Ahem Ooh thanks Graham. You're obviously better at Googling than me. Great shots. Thanks Sjaak. For some reason my mojo is low but I did start this morning: Really hard to discipline myself TBH. I like the Barracuda as an aircraft but this kit A friend has been tidying his cupboards and look what he sent me: Will I be tempted? Probably not. I will try harder. Love that FROG boxart. 1
perdu Posted August 12 Posted August 12 15 hours ago, giemme said: Never mind, I've yet to deal with British maritime aviation colors, so I know squat about them and easily confuse them. I'll cross that bridge when I get to it (a resin Sea Vixen being the bridge...) Ciao Ah, you've got one of them too. I'll enjoy watching you solve my difficulties and then I'll copy you. He he, cunning plan... 1 1 1
Keeff Posted August 12 Posted August 12 More progress, paint being flung about, mystery and intrigue with a dash of "carry on" style innuendo ..... this thread has it all! Nice work Ced ... no doubt you'll be kept out of the mancave with the predicted temperatures .... Keith ☺️ 1
CedB Posted August 12 Author Posted August 12 23 hours ago, giemme said: Never mind, I've yet to deal with British maritime aviation colors, so I know squat about them and easily confuse them. I'll cross that bridge when I get to it (a resin Sea Vixen being the bridge...) Ciao 8 hours ago, perdu said: Ah, you've got one of them too. I'll enjoy watching you solve my difficulties and then I'll copy you. He he, cunning plan... Thanks Giorgio and Bill 19 hours ago, mike romeo said: Love that FROG boxart. Great isn't it? 7 hours ago, Keeff said: More progress, paint being flung about, mystery and intrigue with a dash of "carry on" style innuendo ..... this thread has it all! Nice work Ced ... no doubt you'll be kept out of the mancave with the predicted temperatures .... Keith ☺️ Thanks Keith. I did think it was cooler today so got some things done Oramask applied: Can't scan the fuselage masks so on with the black ooze Panzer Putty: I did remember the tips with this stuff; keep it thin, yank to snap and don't leave it to ooze over the model. EDSG on: Got it right this time. As I finished the spray clean up the first bead of perspiration ran down my face: … but couldn't leave without the best bit: Quick check looks good. I can't wait to finish this and treat myself to this: I seem to be drifting up a scale but it's only a brief phase, honest! 12 2 3
giemme Posted August 12 Posted August 12 34 minutes ago, hendie said: that is looking very nice, Ced. Great masking job. Agreed 100%! A Tamiya Spitfire in 1/48 - now we're talking! You'll definitely enjoy that, Ced! Ciao 1 2
Keeff Posted August 12 Posted August 12 Oh, nice work Ced! That finish line is a step closer! And what's this 1/48th malarkey .... Has the heat got to you? Nice choice though ... Keith ☺️ 3
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted August 13 Posted August 13 9 hours ago, CedB said: Thanks Giorgio and Bill Great isn't it? Thanks Keith. I did think it was cooler today so got some things done Oramask applied: Can't scan the fuselage masks so on with the black ooze Panzer Putty: I did remember the tips with this stuff; keep it thin, yank to snap and don't leave it to ooze over the model. EDSG on: Got it right this time. As I finished the spray clean up the first bead of perspiration ran down my face: … but couldn't leave without the best bit: Quick check looks good. I can't wait to finish this and treat myself to this: I seem to be drifting up a scale but it's only a brief phase, honest! Sure thats what they all say. You go down that road Ced and before you know it you’ll be doing a 1/24 Mossie or Typhoon. 5
Biggles87 Posted August 13 Posted August 13 Nice smooth finish. Well done for even being able to spray anything in these temperatures. I assume that the temperature in your cave was less than 30 degrees, mine was 24.5 yesterday, the highest I’ve seen it. John. 🇺🇦 2
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