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Something old-school - scratch-built 1:32 Dart Kitten
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So do I Kev! Iain- 68 replies
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That's really looking good Paolo! Iain
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Something old-school - scratch-built 1:32 Dart Kitten
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Further progress with Fusion 360 - coming on leaps and bounds now! Bear in mind these designs are simplified - they are small in 1:32 so any smaller detail won't print well, or be seen! All now printed and painted - look really good - but haven't had a chance to photograph yet. Engine is printed as 6 separate components. And this took about 10 mins to draw up - basic, but does the job! A few more parts to draw up - but might, actually, finish this shortly! @wunwinglow - you really have created a monster... Blue skies, Iain- 68 replies
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Without the very light moderation we do here - things *would* go down hill - and potentially rapidly, as we've seen at times in the past. We're damned if we do, damned if we don't: but we have seen things get nasty before now so, sometimes a little pre-emptive action is required. Moderation is *never* an exact science - but we're all volunteers and try our best to keep things on an even and friendly keel. And we're human... It does get a little tiring having to deal with what, at times, seems like endless, and petty, sniping - some of us would rather go and build something. Iain
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As this was stalled and under 25% completed - and I was looking for something simple to take part in this GB - I've moved this build here. Better than starting another new project - and may be a impetus to actually finishing this one! Will try and post an update this weekend... Iain
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If allowed I'd like to move the Gladiator over that I started last year - less than 25% (still working on cockpit) and she'll be silver: Means I don't have to start anything new - but may be an impetus to finishing. Is everyone OK with that? Iain
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Today we take a look at the latest from Fantasy Printshop - in this case a set of decals for the new Spitfire Mk.Vb kits in 1:35 from Border Models. An excellent variety of markings for anyone looking to build the Spit Vb in this slowly expanding aviation scale. Blue skies, Iain
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Indeed - I picked the issue up when I built mine - only took a few minutes to 'fix' - but, fortunately, I caught it before the paint! Iain
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I'm probably in a minority of 1 - but I love their 1:32 109E kits. Yes, they take a little work, but the surface detailing is more subtle than the Dragon kits IMHO. I'd love to see them pick up the scale again. Blue skies, Iain
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Right... I'm going to have a *serious* think about this - as I really should start and actually finish something - and I can't miss being part of this. So, off to have a look for a relatively *simple* project (famous last words) - but I *will* be back with *something*. Iain
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I'm still quietly hopeful a Spey Phantom will eventually appear in injected plastic form - I think there is a market for one, and not just here in the UK! Iain
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Fabulous work - and on a project like this I'm surprised at the general *lack* of mistakes! Iain
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Lovely image of a beautiful restoration - welcome to the forums Alan! Iain
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Using the wings from either of the vac kits is a lot more work than correcting the kit supplied wings IMHO. I have a couple of the ID Models (Tigger) kits - somewhere... I'm so close with a solution - the really hard work is done - but it's at least a few months away I'm afraid - and I make no promises as I'll feel even more guilty if it doesn't materialise. Iain
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Absolutely beautiful work! Iain
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Something old-school - scratch-built 1:32 Dart Kitten
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That's so true Thierry! Thinking about it, the build will span some of the very early scratch building techniques using plastics and balsa - through to the latest digital tech for paint masks and detail parts. If I were to start again I'd probably create the whole airframe as a CAD model - so, for me, this project will probably remain unique in the way it's been tackled. Interestingly - my choice of finishing materials have moved on by a margin too - with the final colours being Xtreme Metal and MRP - which I hadn't used when I started and are now my 'go to' paints. Iain- 68 replies
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Something old-school - scratch-built 1:32 Dart Kitten
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Hi Malc, I'm afraid I can't remember the source of the drawings - was such a long time ago - I think they were the result of some googling at the time - and checked against lots of photos - which has meant several steps back at times to change/correct what I've previously done. Iain- 68 replies
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Not in any way, shape, or form... And the thought of scratching that tiny engine to the level of finesse I'd have wanted was giving me nightmares - which is why I kept putting the project to one side. I feel hugely empowered now - with my resin printer for detail partes, and my FDM printer using HIPS, i can make almost anything - a very liberating thought as there are so many things I'd like to do! I was going through a bit of bad time when @wunwinglow (Tim Perry) of this parish introduced me to 3D print and design - and it's been great 'therapy' and a wonderfully positive journey (mixed with a fair amount of frustration) to get to this stage. Very rewarding and exciting! Still a lot of learning to do, but I feel I'm starting to get ahead of the curve at last. Iain- 68 replies
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Starting to really gel with Fusion 360 - faster progress and a lot less frustrating now! Aeronca E-113 engine and undercarriage parts for the Dart Kitten. To give an idea of size the cylinder mounting holes in the block are 3mm dia. Engine block: Cylinder - will be mirrored left/right: Wheel hub: Undercarriage leg - hollow along the two 'tubes' to take a 1mm brass rod core: Some more bits to design and then some test prints during the week, hopefully. May appear to be a small step - but after fighting the software for months I'm finally ahead of the curve - or most of it anyway. This will have a knock on for so many other projects that I've stalled progress on! Blue skies, Iain- 68 replies
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HobbyBoss 1:32 Liberator GR Mk.VI - RAF Coastal Command
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Hi all, I'm temporarily locking this thread at the present time. Recent interest is lovely to see, and really appreciated, but has been a catalyst to some self-imposed pressure/stress/anxiety which I could really do without at present, as I've been really busy on other things. However, I have been honing my 3D design skills so, as soon as I can find some time to sit down and focus on the Liberator again, I'll hopefully have something closer to a solution. And when I'm there I'll post here... Thank you, Iain -
You're fortunate to have those excellent shops - Wonderland always a treat when I'm in Edinburgh. Pity that Gallowgate Models in Glasgow closed down a number of years back - that was was a real treasure-trove... Iain
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Agreed - CAD is one thing, tooling another matter! But they appear to know what they are doing, so I'm sure they've factored everything in. Possibly better to have stayed quiet at this stage regarding future plans - but we'll see. As others have said - their planned subjects tick lots of boxes from where I'm sitting - I wish them every success! Iain
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They have access to factory drawings and a number of highly qualified subject matter experts - including, in the case of the Hornet, David Collins and Arthur Bentley. The shapes I've seen so far are the most accurate renditions of the Hornet I've seen in model form to date. Iain
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HobbyBoss 1:32 Liberator GR Mk.VI - RAF Coastal Command
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No, not in any way, shape, or form! Believe me - I've gone through ALL the options... If I can get the inserts to work it will result in a light/strong structure that keeps existing surface detail, most of the existing kit parts - and is relatively simple. This route will also be cheaper and take an awful lot less design effort. The wings are too large for complete resin prints - and if I could get a printer large enough - the results would be too heavy and relatively brittle. If printed on the FDM printer as complete wings you'd end up having to do a lot more work - and have to surface prep and engrave all external surfaces. I've been really busy elsewhere, but I will get back to looking at the CAD models at some point in the future. Iain -
New British company John - nothing out just yet - but later in year I believe. Injection Moulded with 3D Printed details. CAD designs based on LIDAR scans of original airframes where possible - their 3D printed prototypes of Hornet, Sea Fury and Scimitar that were on display at Telford back in November looked excellent - the Hornet capturing the nose/cockpit extremely well and better than any Hornet that's gone before. https://dbmk.co.uk/about Hope that helps... Iain