miamiangler Posted February 27, 2013 Posted February 27, 2013 Hi Willi, yes I realize the valve stems should be there but I cut mine down in length to allow the rocker arms to sit more naturally. You definitely don't want to cut them off. Thanks for your input, it's always appreciated! Cheers, Wolf Hi Wolf, Yes I built mine with the engine already built ! Whats important is to make sure the valve springs are at a slight angle .I made the mistake of cutting all the kit ones off and mounted mine at wrong angle! was a duff redo . The next one will be easy now that I know what I`m doing . I wish they would have done decals for the Fokker you did in 1/48th on Hyperscale . I ogled over that Fokker for years and still have it on my fav. on the computer. Willi
Wolf Buddee Posted February 27, 2013 Author Posted February 27, 2013 Hi Wolf, Yes I built mine with the engine already built ! Whats important is to make sure the valve springs are at a slight angle .I made the mistake of cutting all the kit ones off and mounted mine at wrong angle! was a duff redo . The next one will be easy now that I know what I`m doing . I wish they would have done decals for the Fokker you did in 1/48th on Hyperscale . I ogled over that Fokker for years and still have it on my fav. on the computer. Willi Thanks Willi, I know exactly what you mean when you say the next one will be easy (easier). Thanks also for your kind words regarding my Eduard DVII. That too was a very enjoyable build but not near as colourful as the one you've just done. Cheers, Wolf
williamj Posted February 27, 2013 Posted February 27, 2013 It's all Photoshopped....Photoshopped I tell ya!! There..the cats out of the bag,, .I've seen Wolf's work up close and it looks just like.......well..... elves did the work and then it was photoshopped... I was going to post pics of my Albatros in progress.....but who's gonna look at them? you've ruined that, haven't ya?
LSP_Ron Posted February 28, 2013 Posted February 28, 2013 It's all Photoshopped....Photoshopped I tell ya!! There..the cats out of the bag,, .I've seen Wolf's work up close and it looks just like.......well..... elves did the work and then it was photoshopped... I was going to post pics of my Albatros in progress.....but who's gonna look at them? you've ruined that, haven't ya? LOL, I knew it! I just knew it!
Wolf Buddee Posted February 28, 2013 Author Posted February 28, 2013 It's all Photoshopped....Photoshopped I tell ya!! There..the cats out of the bag,, .I've seen Wolf's work up close and it looks just like.......well..... elves did the work and then it was photoshopped... I was going to post pics of my Albatros in progress.....but who's gonna look at them? you've ruined that, haven't ya? Hey Bill, ya weren't supposed to tell, you even promised! Sheeeesh! If you have an Albatros on the go I for one would love to see WIP pics. I didn't ruin nothin, so there! Post the pics Bill, please. Cheers, Wolf
Wolf Buddee Posted February 28, 2013 Author Posted February 28, 2013 LOL, I knew it! I just knew it! Don't believe a word of it Ron, my bloodshot eyes are proof that I'm crazy enough to use parts that small. I finished off the plug wires to the spark plugs this evening and got the engine block painted as well. Heading back to the bench now to see what else I can get done before I call it a day. Hopefully I'll have some more pics soon. Cheers, Wolf
LSP_Ron Posted February 28, 2013 Posted February 28, 2013 Looking forward to it. I cracked open my B-25 yesterday. I think I will give that a go.
Wolf Buddee Posted March 5, 2013 Author Posted March 5, 2013 (edited) Last night I literally burnt the midnight oil to get the Mercedes DIII au engine to the point I would consider it done. I spent a lot of time suppressing AMS and not detail the engine to the Nth degree and leave the cowlings off. In the end I went with my original plan, the cowl panels will go on, hiding most of the beautiful engine that WnWs provides in this kit. The part that will be on show got the Taurus Models upgrade although you might not even be able to see the spark plugs and ignition wires. I just couldn't leave that part alone, I mean it just wouldn't have felt right. Anyways, on to the pics and as always, comments and critique welcome. Please forgive the ugly plastic forceps to hold the engine for picture taking. Cheers, Wolf Edited March 5, 2013 by Wolf Buddee Lee White and Tomek 2
LSP_Kevin Posted March 5, 2013 Posted March 5, 2013 That is simply outstanding Wolf. Gorgeous painting! I mean it most sincerely when I say I wish I could paint like you. Kev
DougN Posted March 5, 2013 Posted March 5, 2013 That engine looks horrible. It's so bad that I will take pity on you and send you the engine from my kit so you can try again. Just be sure to pack this one very well so nothing breaks and send it to me ;-) Doug
Wolf Buddee Posted March 5, 2013 Author Posted March 5, 2013 That is simply outstanding Wolf. Gorgeous painting! I mean it most sincerely when I say I wish I could paint like you. Kev Thank-you Kevin, that's very kind. It's the painting part I find I enjoy the most. It brings things to life if you know what I mean. Cheers, Wolf
Wolf Buddee Posted March 5, 2013 Author Posted March 5, 2013 Nice! Very Nice! Thank-you Sir! Cheers, Wolf
Wolf Buddee Posted March 5, 2013 Author Posted March 5, 2013 That engine looks horrible. It's so bad that I will take pity on you and send you the engine from my kit so you can try again. Just be sure to pack this one very well so nothing breaks and send it to me ;-) Doug Thank-you Doug. I know, I know, I shouldn't have posted pics of something soooo awful but I wanted to show I was making progress be it what it may. I'll need your full mailing address so I can get it out of the house as soon as possible. Cheers, Wolf
WillScarlet Posted March 5, 2013 Posted March 5, 2013 Great work Wolf ! Everything else will probably look HUGE to you . Will
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