Starfighter Posted November 12, 2018 Author Share Posted November 12, 2018 4 weeks until the end of the deadline. I have decided to build a proper base this time. I've been experimenting with several methods of simulating the nonskid on ca carrier deck and I think I am getting closer to what I'd like to obtain. It's a tad too rough and too irregular, but I'll have to live with it this time. No time to start a new base before the show. The base is made of Forex, Padeyes are my own 3D printed ones, welding seams from stretched sprue, surface texture made of artist structure paste. The wingfolds are almost ready. The static dischargers are from Master. The were fitted into tubes made of stretched Q-Tips which are sadly pretty difficult to glue. I should probably have used syringes, no idea why I didn't think of that. I am already looking forward to breaking them at least five times each time I handle the model. Here's a few crappy pics of the almost finished model on its base. What's missing? Position lights, windscreen wipers and the loadout on the RH side pylon. I'll probably use my CAD designed Douglas tank, I first have to print one, though. If I have enough time left, I will build some wheel chocks, chain tensioners, small details and figurines for the base. Peter Gregor, Trak-Tor, Coneheadff and 19 others 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekim Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Looks great Ben Bekim Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackbetty Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 the fold mechanism is awesome (like the rest of the plane)! Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 superb! Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-10LOADER Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Just say these words in your head a few times and, really let it sink in .... A scratch-built, 1/32nd scale, S-3 Viking !! What more needs to be said ??!! This is a thing of beauty and a remarkable testament to your never ending talents and skills Ben plus, she's the ONLY ONE like her in the world !! Quite an accomplishment and you should be very proud of her. Of course you know now that all this hard work is behind you, someone will now release a Viking in 32nd scale. Steve Marcel111 and Starfighter 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted November 15, 2018 Author Share Posted November 15, 2018 Working on some small accessories. Videoaviation's Aero 12C is nicely detailed and easy to build. Highly recommended! Painting and weathering is still in progress. Kagemusha, scvrobeson, A-10LOADER and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Lovely work. Regards. Andy Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgem37 Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 With PEEPS! Now you're just showing off! Pretty remarkable. Thanks a heap for sharing. Sincerely, Mark chukw, Coneheadff, scvrobeson and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcel111 Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 I'm speechless! A-10LOADER and Starfighter 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabio taira Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 I've been following your work, what an incredible Viking. congratulations !! Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Molitor Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 I’m in the same boat as everyone else. What a fantastic journey to follow Ben. This Viking keeps getting better by the day. . Just awesome to read about and follow. Thanks again for sharing your journey with us. Troy Starfighter and A-10LOADER 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coneheadff Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 This is just fantastic!!! A scratchbuild 1/32 Viking...unbelievable!!! Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Thank you all! Here comes the almost finished cart, just lacking the yellow reflective tape. HerculesPA_2, LSP_Kevin, USMC Herc and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share Posted November 20, 2018 It's probably getting a tad boring, but progress has slowed down a little. My little helper aka Anycubic Photon is currently working on the last missing part, the 300 gal Douglas tank which I designed for my Prowler back in the day. Shawn M, HerculesPA_2, patricksparks and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 Nice insight into the working of the Bat Cave - nice goodies! Fate had better announce a forthcoming Viking kit soon, cos I really want one now, if not yesterday! Thanks for sharing. Starfighter and A-10LOADER 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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