LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 OK, I've settled on this as my next effort (in addition to some other catch up stuff), something I've wanted to do for quite some time. I've always been a fan of the Mig 21, so I intend to knock one off using the Trumpeter MF kit as a basis; Mostly OOB, but with a dab of AM stuff. Markings to be determined, but something eye catching I hope, probably Iraq or Afghanistan scheme. This is where I'll concentrate most of my energy.
LSP_Ron Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 That's quiet a deviation from your WW1 subjects as of late. I am sure it will be a popular build here! Ron
LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 That's quiet a deviation from your WW1 subjects as of late. I am sure it will be a popular build here! Ron Yep, my interests are all over the map. Plus, I've been inspired by a few threads here recently on the subject. Since I have only one Mig 21 built in this scale, I decided it was time to have some painting fun on what may possibly be one of my favorite Russian aircraft of all time. It's my desire to blow through this by Christmas. We'll see how that goes I guess.
LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 Well I needed to start somewhere, so I decided on; weapons! These are two of the four UB-16 rocket pods I need for this aircraft. After some "embellishment", I believe they'll work out just fine.
LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 No self respecting Mig would be caught dead without a centerline tank, so here we go.
LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 Test fit of BB pit indicates some minor fit issues so far, but nothing that isn't fixable.
LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 This may well be the scheme, but I'm still looking into that. If not this, it'll be something similarly challenging to me. Image scanned from my Squadron Mig 21 Fighting Colors book.
LSP_K2 Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 Thanks Mark. I already have the decals, so just to cut down on waste, I may use them for the Afgan bird. Seat has been base coated with a nice blue that I really like. This is not the same blue as will be used in the majority of the pit. I'll start detail painting tomorrow.
LSP_K2 Posted September 13, 2011 Author Posted September 13, 2011 A few years ago, I built these items to display alongside my Revell kit. Since I see no need to build them all over again, I'll just use these as display items on the base for this machine.
LSP_K2 Posted September 13, 2011 Author Posted September 13, 2011 Seat now has basic colors laid on. I see a couple of boo boos I need to correct, but seat is now basically done. A wash after clear coating should make a world of difference. Headrest still to be painted.I like it (just faked up, trying to capture the essence of the seat, it's a whole lot faster for me), what do you folks think?
LSP_K2 Posted September 13, 2011 Author Posted September 13, 2011 The problem: multiple ejector pin marks (at least twenty), and four seams inside the aft burner section.
LSP_K2 Posted September 13, 2011 Author Posted September 13, 2011 The solution: a piece of .010 sheet plastic rolled into a tube and glued in place.
LSP_K2 Posted September 14, 2011 Author Posted September 14, 2011 I hear that photo paper will also work....Harv Not a bad idea at that Harv. I'm trying to shave as much time off this as I can by avoiding unnecessary work where possible. Some paint trickery, and this burner should look OK I think. We'll see I suppose.
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