tomprobert Posted January 23, 2021 Author Share Posted January 23, 2021 It's been a while since I've done any work on this, but had the wind in my sails the other day so decided to get the engine nacelles finished off. I made some radiators and oil coolers (got carried away and didn't photograph these) and added these to the interior of each nacelle, before adding the 3D-printed engine fronts. A quick lick of filler to blend it all in and some sanding, and job done. Apologies for the poor lighting in the pics - these have been taken in the kitchen on my phone and the light was fading fast - it's too cold outside to set up the camera properly (this thing is so big and can't fit anywhere else other than the patio!) and there's snow forecast here tomorrow so I took my chances... I'm rapidly approaching the point where I can begin adding the surface details - I've been doing a remedial work on the wings and wing roots (as can be seen by the filler) and these areas, as well as the nacelles, will get a fine wet sanding and then a shot of primer before I can commence on a mammoth scribing session. A few more bits and bobs to attend to first though, but the main construction is more or less done now. All the best, Tom R Palimaka, chukw, USMC Herc and 27 others 30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 Lovely Tom! That sure is one big beast for sure. tomprobert 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brahman104 Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 I can't imagine having two projects this size going on at the same time! It still amazes me how you manage to progress as fast as you do. Awesome work Tom, looking forward to seeing more. Craig Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airscale Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 just staggeringly good Tom, really captures the old girl's essence I too cannot get over the sheer size (and ambition) of your projects! Peter Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Yikes !!! Derek B and tomprobert 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Lovely to see this back on your menu again Tom (interestingly, I an working exactly the same areas on an Avro Lincoln in 1/144 scale!). Derek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 On 1/23/2021 at 6:42 PM, brahman104 said: I can't imagine having two projects this size going on at the same time! It still amazes me how you manage to progress as fast as you do. Awesome work Tom, looking forward to seeing more. Craig My wife describes me as having a grass-hopper mind. I cannot sustain focus on one thing for very long and therefore hop all over the place. That's why I have about 10 projects on the go at any one time - it certainly keeps things interesting! On 1/23/2021 at 8:53 PM, airscale said: just staggeringly good Tom, really captures the old girl's essence I too cannot get over the sheer size (and ambition) of your projects! Peter You're one to talk! I think the same about your projects - I always get so much inspiration from your builds. On 1/24/2021 at 1:44 PM, Derek B said: Lovely to see this back on your menu again Tom (interestingly, I an working exactly the same areas on an Avro Lincoln in 1/144 scale!). Derek Gotta love the Lincoln - I have plans for a 1/32nd one, one day! I'd love to see yours when done. Who's kit..? The mojo is still alive and well with the Shackleton - this week I've decided to tackle the ailerons. First of all, the basic shape of the aileron is cut from plastic card, and the main panel lines and trim tabs are marked on the upper and lower surfaces: With all of the parts ready, the details are then scribed and rivetted: A strong mounting solution is needed, so the hinge area was lined with Evergreen on the wing itself: Lower section attached: Followed by the upper: A little sanding needed on the trailing edge, but other than that, job's a good'un! All the best, Tom Scotsman, Fanes, D.B. Andrus and 12 others 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phartycr0c Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 gobsmacked, absolutely gobsmacked! Keep up the great work! Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petrov27 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Really amazing monster build here - glad to see more work going on! Your wood kitchen table is perfect size for the model base also - just add some plaster, dirty it up and static grass on top and its ready to go - instant 1/32 airfield! Derek B and Rainer Hoffmann 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brahman104 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Very straightforward and simple solution for the ailerons Tom. Very nice indeed! Craig Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wunwinglow Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 (edited) Oo, that steel rule!!!! That brings back memories ! Wonderful to see it still in use! Fab project! Edited February 3, 2022 by wunwinglow spelling Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radders Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Fantastic mate, saw these on the phone the other day but first time seeing them on my laptop... can't wait to see it in person, when ever that may be! But it'll look the part... You must be looking at something else to start now this is back out, surely?! Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 9 hours ago, Radders said: Fantastic mate, saw these on the phone the other day but first time seeing them on my laptop... can't wait to see it in person, when ever that may be! But it'll look the part... You must be looking at something else to start now this is back out, surely?! Fear not, Radders! Lots of other projects on the go still! I have got the Hobby Boss B-24 interior nearly done and am enjoying that - plus a few others ticking along. Pea on a drum! Derek B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airscale Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 just so full of awsomeness I love this - you always inspire me to think nothing is impossible Peter KiwiZac and Derek B 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 11 minutes ago, airscale said: just so full of awesomeness I love this - you always inspire me to think nothing is impossible Peter Tom, make that two of us! Derek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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