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Post by ZacYates on Sept 25, 2015 14:20:18 GMT 12
I cannot understand why the manufacturer doesn't place a stiffening rod into the mould when pouring the resin. That's something I fail to understand too. It's why a 1/72 resin Andover is on my wants-but-not-really list, and likewise a 1/72 Hughes XF-11 - very long, thin wings - and I'd hate to have warpage after having spent a lot of time and effort. I'm glad you've been able to save it, Calum, but I totally sympathise with wanting to take a break. If you're anything like me you'll remember you have this in a few months and have a new sense of purpose and drive. All the best! |
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Post by Bruce on Sept 25, 2015 18:02:41 GMT 12
If its any consolation, the wing roots of my Contrail Vac formed Andover were a right pain too, and took a fair bit of internal beefing up. long thin wings are a pain! Stick with it though, It'll be worth it! Maybe the manufacturers name (S&M) has a hidden meaning  |
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Post by Calum on Sept 26, 2015 11:53:55 GMT 12
If its any consolation, the wing roots of my Contrail Vac formed Andover were a right pain too, and took a fair bit of internal beefing up. long thin wings are a pain! Stick with it though, It'll be worth it! Maybe the manufacturers name (S&M) has a hidden meaning Just Google them, you do get some interesting links  |
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Post by Calum on Sept 29, 2015 22:38:30 GMT 12
The Andover got a bit of time spent on it over the weekend. Lots of putty and paint touch ups.  Mask, paint and repeat.  Hopefully this will be it and I can get onto the landing gear etc.   |
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Post by Ian Warren on Sept 29, 2015 22:44:53 GMT 12
I have been following this a little, never tried a vac formed kit, but appears to be a damn good save from the seagull winged look.  |
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Post by A4k on Sept 30, 2015 8:27:16 GMT 12
Great save Calum, full credit to ya!
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Post by ZacYates on Sept 30, 2015 10:00:33 GMT 12
Good on you, Calum.
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Post by johnnyfalcon on Sept 30, 2015 15:44:01 GMT 12
Yeah, what a hero!
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Post by Calum on Oct 4, 2015 21:58:11 GMT 12
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Post by 11SQNLDR on Oct 5, 2015 12:41:44 GMT 12
I hope it's a light and not the sun at 35+ degrees You're on the home strait now mate - just those pesky windows and the props! The underside aerials look great. |
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Post by Calum on Oct 10, 2015 22:13:07 GMT 12
Calling it done after 6 months on and of. I'm in no rush to do another. There are lots of things I don't like about this model but the thing I like most is that it's finished First RNZAF aircraft I flew in and worked on Kit: S & M Decals: Oldmodels and Ventura Paint: Mr Color and Mr Hobby Gloss: Mr Hobby Flat Coat: Dullcoate            More photos at my facebook page www.facebook.com/HamFistedModeller |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 11, 2015 0:28:00 GMT 12
Great job Calum!
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Post by johnnyfalcon on Oct 11, 2015 7:23:33 GMT 12
All in all that's a pretty good rendition of an old soldier - I can almost hear the scream of the RR Darts!
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Post by Ian Warren on Oct 11, 2015 9:09:59 GMT 12
Lucky it was not old number 21 , would have been very difficult to paint bird pooh on the tail area  , "I'm in no rush to do another" rubbish, you probably like me and have another six projects on the go, superb effort! |
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Post by baz62 on Oct 11, 2015 10:01:57 GMT 12
Very nice work Calum, a credit to your hard work!
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Post by Calum on Oct 11, 2015 10:42:41 GMT 12
Thanks gents, And Ian I'm no rush to do another Andover. But you're right I do have plenty of other projects to get on with.
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Post by Bruce on Oct 11, 2015 20:01:25 GMT 12
Nice work! worth all the heartache along the way.
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Post by ZacYates on Oct 12, 2015 9:45:38 GMT 12
Bravo Calum! Congrats on finishing it - especially for the recovery - and doing so in such style. Well done.
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Post by 11SQNLDR on Oct 12, 2015 10:55:43 GMT 12
Great outcome Calum - it's been quite the journey but it really looks great.
I'd love to have one like that in my model hangar!
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Post by A4k on Oct 14, 2015 9:23:54 GMT 12
With all Calum, she looks beaut mate! Fantastic save, and a great finish.
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, "I'm in no rush to do another" rubbish, you probably like me and have another six projects on the go, superb effort! 
