Guest Peterpools Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) BUDDY BUILD UPDATE: 1/3/15: GETTING STARTED John Smith, and I have been planning our Buddy Build around the Airfix 1/24 Hawker Typhoon for quite some time and set a starting date for approximately the first week of January, which would allow us to finish up on going projects. During that time, we discussed which of the kit construction options and markings we would be leaning towards and which upgrades sets we would incorporate into the build. From the very start, the after market decisions were based on what we thought were coming down the road and only finalized each as they became available. The opening photos show the various AM sets I decided to use and we're still waiting for Roy's sets to be released in the next few weeks, so they can be added to our list. Eager to get down to business on the Typhoon project it was finally time to start out Buddy Build and set the Typhoon builds into motion. John and I will each run a separate build thread, so the two builds won't become intertwined and confusing. My basic plan it to enhance the detailing with After Market sets and keep the finish relatively clean: Used but nor Abused. Off and running Next up: the fuselage tubular framework and wing spars. Thanks for checking in Peter Edited February 2, 2015 by Peterpools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mal_Belford Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Allright Peter....Thats a monster for shure...... Looking forward to se you do your magic with this one...... a note...if you are going for them Vallejos Model Air....test spray them before you use them...many do have problems with them modelair....various problems...also them pigments in certain colors are thicker....as i use them but only certain colors here, avoid vallejos black, that is useles, perfect to brush, but thru airbrush....no. just heads up there buddy. /Mal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Hi Mal Going to be a fun build, as John and I have been bouncing ideas off of each other for a while. Thanks for the heads up on the Vallejo Model Air Paints. I have been using them quite a bit lately and am getting quite fond of them. Their range of colors is excellent, readily available in the states. I have been testing each before use, as I'm with you in the pigment is different and some need a bit of thinner, whether their owe or Ultimate Thinner. I strictly use Vallejo Model Color for brush work and the Air Model for air brush work. See how it goes - you know me, always dancing with re-dos. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8fan Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Oh wow 2 of them. This will be great. Are you using the clear Vallejo thinner..or the old milky stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 So far with Model Air, I haven't really needed any thinner and I shoot at 12 psi static. If I do need to thin I have their Aairbrush Thinner (71-361) which is clear and also Ultimate Airbrush Thinner which works just a swell. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karimb Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 WOOOHOOOOOO Peter, i cant wait to see you get started on her This is a kit i have been salivating over since it came out, and with your skills it will turn out a MASTERPIECE...so with all the extras, good Lord lol I'll be following every step along with you im sure as usual there is going to be ALOT for me to learn my friend... Really, im looking forward to the start of your build Karim Mal_Belford and Tewika 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Wow, this is going to be a great thread to watch. I have been working on my Auster T7 rebuild during these summer months and the Mossie has been slightly neglected. This should spur me on again! Cheers Anthony Mal_Belford 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mal_Belford Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 you know me, always dancing with re-dos. Peter Yep, as do i, as do i... Redos is never fun, but hey..they shure do build skills sometimes, quickiest way of learning is that in fact errors...i learn my fast ill ashure yoy buddy as i know you do to buddy. there is a reason for everything i think to take lessons from /Mal karimb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Can't wait to follow this one Peter. I'm interested to see how much of a difference the Eduard and RB sets make on this one. Are you going to use the kit decals, or aftermarket ones? Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karimb Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Yep, as do i, as do i... Redos is never fun, but hey..they shure do build skills sometimes, quickiest way of learning is that in fact errors...i learn my fast ill ashure yoy buddy as i know you do to buddy. there is a reason for everything i think to take lessons from /Mal I completely agree with you Mal... Peter, you made me laugh lol redoing stuff is something we both have had to get accustomed to lately Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Great choice for a project Peter! Can't wait to see what you and John come up with. Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xmh53wrench Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Did you even come up for air Peter? Thats such an awesome kit of an awesome bird, will be fun watching you work your magic on this one.....ENJOY!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparzanza Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Awesome, going to follow along for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigels modelling bench Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 (edited) Looking forward to this Peter, it's a lovely kit, but does need a LOT of clean up on the cockpit framing. I have two of these and both have mould misalignment on the cockpit frame sprues. Better book a day for the clean up!! Edited January 4, 2015 by Nigels modelling bench Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennismcc Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I will definately taking notes on this one as I have two Typhoons waiting their turn on the build list. Cheers Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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