scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 Got most of the cockpit together today, and it's going together pretty well. Just needed to use my reference pictures to supplement the instructions, and I didn't have problems. The starboard sidewall was a bit tricky, but I got it all lined up in the end. Once I get the seatbelts and intake assembled, I can get this installed and close up the fuselage. This is going along much quicker than my Mitchell. Enjoy! Matt Uncarina 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 Yes I had to open the mounting holes too, just finished cutting Grooves into the inner surface of the Fuselage so I can get the Intake in. As the Fuselage Halves won't close without doing this. The Kit will look good when done, but its gonna take some work. Andy. Thanks for the tip. I'll see how mine works. It seems to dry-fit okay, but things always seem to be different when it's time to glue it all in. It's a limited run kit, so it won't be a complete walk in the park. But it's the only Tempest right now, so I'm fine with working to get it together. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 Nice work so far Matt - I think that it is brilliant that we have two PCM Tempest builds on the go at the same time. This provides us all with two different perspectives and approaches to building the same kit. I shall follow your build with equal interest. Derek Thanks Derek. There are three going on, so you get three different perspectives on it. Also means that there are different hints and tips to get from people who are working on it. Thanks for your nice comments, hopefully you'll enjoy the build. Matt Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 That's looking really good Matt! Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Really great work so far Matt! Thanks Derek. There are three going on, so you get three different perspectives on it. I know that multiple builds of the same kit can give new perspectives on it and what not, but its also the main reason Im not starting mine.I also know it sounds a bit childish, but I really dont like building the same thing that everyone else is, at the same time. So for now Ill use all the Tempest builds as a guide on what to, and not to do. Looking forward to more. Cheers, Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ron Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Looking good, I'll have to order one of these soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 That's looking really good Matt! Kev Thanks a lot Kev! Glad you like how it's coming along so far. All seems to be smooth sailing at this point. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 Really great work so far Matt! I know that multiple builds of the same kit can give new perspectives on it and what not, but its also the main reason Im not starting mine. I also know it sounds a bit childish, but I really dont like building the same thing that everyone else is, at the same time. So for now Ill use all the Tempest builds as a guide on what to, and not to do. Looking forward to more. Cheers, Glad you like it Brian. At least it means you'll get a lot of tips for yours. That's why I didn't want to start my B-25 when I did. But if I hadn't, I never would have finished it in time. Hopefully you'll show everyone your Tempest when you get to building it. Thanks for stopping by. Loving the big Mitchell Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 Looking good, I'll have to order one of these soon Thanks Ron. You should order one, it's a nice kit. Good amount of detail parts to make it look good. Looks pretty accurate as well. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leoasman Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Hey Matt, Did you ever figure out a good way to thin the wing attachment points on the B-25? I tried sliding mine on, but the amount of force I was using, I feared I would break something or pop a seam... Thanks, Leo Funny, I have a PCM Tempest enroute as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 24, 2013 Author Share Posted July 24, 2013 Hey Matt, Did you ever figure out a good way to thin the wing attachment points on the B-25? I tried sliding mine on, but the amount of force I was using, I feared I would break something or pop a seam... Thanks, Leo Funny, I have a PCM Tempest enroute as well! Hey Leo. No I didn't, sadly. I found that luckily I had built the model strong enough to not break, but it does take a lot of pressure to remove the wings for transport. I wish there was an easier way to do it. Hope you enjoy my Tempest build. It's a nice kit, the fuselage is already closed up Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 25, 2013 Author Share Posted July 25, 2013 I got the fuselage together last night, and got the seams cleaned up today. I found that I did have to sand down the radiator backplates a bit, but nothing drastic. Everything else closed up perfectly fine following the directions. Even managed to get it closed without losing any of the PE parts! I'm really happy about that. The seams needed a bit of Mr. Dissolved Putty and Mr. Surfacer 1000 to make sure everything was nice and smooth. Now it's time to get going on the wing assembly, which looks like it will also be pretty easy with some dry-fitting and sanding. Need to clean up the inside of the radiator assembly, which will be difficult because of the tight quarters. Maybe some Q-Tips and alcohol will fix that seam. Thanks guys for looking in. Enjoy Matt Out2gtcha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaxos345 Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 Great work so far Matt!!! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted July 25, 2013 Author Share Posted July 25, 2013 Great work so far Matt!!! John Thanks John. Glad you like it. I'm currently fighting the wing assembly. I hate 5 piece wings, they my least favorite thing in kits. I also believe I got one of the warped center sections PCM sent an e-mail about, but I'm going to try and fix it myself before getting a replacement from them. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic C.D. Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 The speed is as impressive as the kit! I sure like the looks of this aircraft! Nic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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