dodgem37 Posted October 24, 2018 Share Posted October 24, 2018 Very nice, Ben. Sincerely, Mark Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Ben, I am at a loss for words my friend! I TRULY love your skills and artistry Thanks for the inspiration Cheers Anthony A-10LOADER and Starfighter 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted October 29, 2018 Author Share Posted October 29, 2018 As the end of the build was approaching, it was time for my obligatory catastrophe. But first things first: The slime lights were masked and painted; some fading was added to obtain a weathered look. They will get a wash later. The plan was to fit the outer wing sections on Sunday. After fitting the antennae to the fuselage top, if removed the masks from the canopy and this is what I discovered: What a mess! I did not think about removing sanding dust and shavings from under the cockpit before closing the canopy. As the model was stored upside down and handled a lot for weeks, all the dust could gather on the inside of the windscreen and a lot of it was blocked between the IP coaming and the clear part. I have tried to remove the dirt by drilling several holes but I wasn't able to remove everything. So, there was only one solution... I really hate when this happens. Anyway, the dust is out and after some filling, sanding and painting, I'll hopefully be able to fit the outer wing sections soon. Phartycr0c, NukerDan, A-10LOADER and 14 others 14 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgem37 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 It's still the Award Winning Build of the Year with me. Sincerely, Mark A-10LOADER, Starfighter and Out2gtcha 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trak-Tor Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 (edited) Oh, that hurts... But it looks like a great recovery. Juraj Edited October 29, 2018 by Trak-Tor Starfighter and A-10LOADER 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 That's a bummer, Ben - but definitely worth the effort for this truly remarkable model. Kev A-10LOADER and Starfighter 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Wow, bummer for sure, but with ur skill Ben I dont forsee this as but a bump in the road. Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TorbenD Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Nice recovery Ben Torben Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 i am totally, truely flabbergasted........this is THE best scratchbuilt aircraft i EVER saw.............. Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted October 30, 2018 Author Share Posted October 30, 2018 You're too kind - thanks a lot for your encouragements! the canopy repair is in progress. IN the meantime, I have received the masks my friend Axel has cut for the Buddy pod. I definitely need a Silhouette Cameo - these masks are a true pleasure to work with. Photos of the canopy area will normally follow this evening. LSP_Kevin, Coneheadff, Trak-Tor and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgem37 Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 Nice indeed. Sincerely, Mark Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 You are braver than me my friend! Awesome save.....but you had to really after all this work! Cheers Anthony Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 Pity about the bump in the road, but nicely dealt with. Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alaninaustria Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 Nicely handled mate - outstanding build!! Cheers Alan Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 i literally gasped at the canopy removal photo great save and fantastic model Starfighter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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