monthebiff Posted November 26, 2019 Author Share Posted November 26, 2019 6 hours ago, Uncarina said: Thanks for leading the way Andy! I absolutely love the ZM kits I’ve built (Horten, Skyraider, Ta-152H0, Do-335), so I’d like to get this kit at the first opportunity. With that in mind, I’m very curious to see how it will compare with my previous builds in terms of fit and detail. One of my favorite things about these kits is the instructions, with multiple drawings and color photos for each assembly step, as well as a detailed paint guide. Are you finding this with your kit? Great work so far! Cheers, Tom This is my second ZM kit Tom, In general I really like the fit of them, however some of the design and build process I find just over the top and unnecessary........pistons in the engine assembly I ask you!! ZM most definitely have their own way of going about things and some of it I like and some I really don't but hey, the subject matter is brilliant so I'll suck up some of the bits I dont like. Regarding the instructions they are very good but initially I found them very confusing until I had a good read through and understood the way they work. Regards. Andy mozart, Rick Griewski and Uncarina 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncarina Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Andy, Yes, they are definitely an investment of time! I’m glad to see ZM avoid molding with clear parts with this kit. Cheers, Tom Dave T, Dany Boy, Rick Griewski and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Looks good! The hs-129 is one of the few planes where opening up the access panels doesn't break up the sleekness of the airframe lol. I will probably build mine with them open.. monthebiff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 Dam.. that door really is sticking out like a sore thumb compared to the rest of the kit. At the part number this kit has it ashamed they didnt include a single solid piece for this. Great work really looking for some more progress monthebiff and mozart 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 I've always thought they should be putting in solid parts and leaving a scored thinner area so those who like panels off just have a tiny bit of scribing to do to get an open panel. Either way, cant wait to see more progress and eventually get my hands on a B-3! Uncarina, mozart, monthebiff and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozart Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 6 hours ago, Out2gtcha said: I've always thought they should be putting in solid parts and leaving a scored thinner area so those who like panels off just have a tiny bit of scribing to do to get an open panel. That’s the best option Brian. I have no interest in the Henschel but if I did that fit could make me think twice about getting it. I’ve no doubt that Andy will be equal to the task though! monthebiff and Out2gtcha 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 On 11/28/2019 at 4:05 PM, Out2gtcha said: I've always thought they should be putting in solid parts and leaving a scored thinner area so those who like panels off just have a tiny bit of scribing to do to get an open panel. Either way, cant wait to see more progress and eventually get my hands on a B-3! I'm with you there Brian, it would be the best option all round, they do supply the MG 17 cover in the open position and the builder has to modify it for the closed position!? Go figure... . Regards. Andy Out2gtcha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 On 11/28/2019 at 10:39 PM, mozart said: That’s the best option Brian. I have no interest in the Henschel but if I did that fit could make me think twice about getting it. I’ve no doubt that Andy will be equal to the task though! No pressure then Max It's a tricky little area to get right in the closed position I'm afraid. Regards. Andy mozart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 Talking of interesting part make up on this kit here is the inner control surfaces, supplied into parts but not equal halves. An interesting way of doing things, not sure if the joint line is a panel line which I doubt but there is a slight step and doesn't match the engraved panel lines, either way it's an over complicated way of doing things to me? Regards. Andy LSP_Kevin and mozart 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radub Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 1 minute ago, monthebiff said: Talking of interesting part make up on this kit here is the inner control surfaces, supplied into parts but not equal halves. An interesting way of doing things, not sure if the joint line is a panel line which I doubt but there is a slight step and doesn't match the engraved panel lines, either way it's an over complicated way of doing things to me? Regards. Andy The reason why the part was separated there was to give the thinnest possible traling edge. Splitting the part the "traditional way" all the way from front to back would lead to a twice-as-thick trailing edge and that would stick out like a sore thumb next to the ailerons, which were also designed in such a way to give the thinnest possible triling edge. This way, you get a more scale-accurate thin trailing edge all the way through from root to tip. You just need to fill that joint line. Radu Uncarina, Dpgsbody55, The Dude and 5 others 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 5 minutes ago, Radub said: The reason why the part was separated there was to give the thinnest possible traling edge. Splitting the part the "traditional way" all the way from front to back would lead to a twice-as-thick trailing edge and that would stick out like a sore thumb next to the ailerons, which were also designed in such a way to give the thinnest possible triling edge. This way, you get a more scale-accurate thin trailing edge all the way through from root to tip. You just need to fill that joint line. Radu Ah yes, that makes sense Radu and thank you for the information, I have filled the gap and happy with the results. Regards. Andy Fanes and Out2gtcha 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted December 4, 2019 Author Share Posted December 4, 2019 Basic cockpit painting now complete and ready for decals and HGW belts, aftermarket belts are the only option with this kit as no effort is made whatsoever from ZM in supplying anything representing belts in the basic kit Cockpit side panels painted and ready for decals, initially Inwas going to use Tamiya masking tape but finally decided on Uschi van der Rosten leather decals so a pre shade of white was added in readiness. Really need to get the cockpit finished and closed up to move on now but getting there with Regards.Andy Rocat, Fanes, Trak-Tor and 13 others 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan_G Posted December 4, 2019 Share Posted December 4, 2019 superb work on the cockpit Andy jan monthebiff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncarina Posted December 6, 2019 Share Posted December 6, 2019 Andy, I like it! You are bringing the cockpit to life. Will you be adding straps to the rudder pedals? Not that you would see them anyway... Cheers, Tom monthebiff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted December 6, 2019 Share Posted December 6, 2019 Really nice work! monthebiff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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