Derek B Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 I didn't know much about this particular air vehicle before I saw your build, now I am educated in this respect - nice work Kev! Derek Martinnfb and LSP_Kevin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody V Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 geedubelyer, Martinnfb, LSP_Kevin and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 18, 2023 Author Share Posted October 18, 2023 I'm pleased to report that I'm now in the home stretch with the BOMARC. Once the glue dries, I'll have to test it for stability and see if it needs some more somewhere. As cool as it might be to have the thing articulate, I'd prefer that it was safely rigid and not going anywhere! After that, I just need to decide if I feel like adding the cabling to the launch rail - probably should, as it's highly visible on the real thing. Kev Grunticus, D.B. Andrus, Troy Molitor and 15 others 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandiego Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 Very cool Kev. Those 1950 missiles are very impressive. How tall is it? Dan LSP_Kevin and Martinnfb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 Neato! I like the black and copper look, very striking for a missle. LSP_Kevin and Martinnfb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 Super cool Kev, very impressive build throughout. Regards.Andy LSP_Kevin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 18, 2023 Author Share Posted October 18, 2023 8 hours ago, Dandiego said: Very cool Kev. Those 1950 missiles are very impressive. How tall is it? Dan Thanks, Dan. Overall height is roughly 54cm. Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 19, 2023 Author Share Posted October 19, 2023 OK, there we have it, folks: one Cold War boom stick, to go. I decided against doing the cabling for a variety of reasons, but mostly because I dint wanna. As imposing as the finished result is, it's somewhat spoiled for me by the launch tower's dramatic list to starboard - something I ultimately couldn't fix (it's caused by the launch rail itself being bent, which I didn't catch until it was too late to fix). So, mixed feelings about this one in the end. The final result is less than satisfactory, but I learned a lot along the way, and got to stretch my skills a bit. Hopefully my next 3D printing project will be more straightforward! Before I sign off on this one, I'd like to once again thank Pat for his generosity in providing me with his files, and a ton of help and advice along the way. If nothing else, I can - for the moment at least - say that I've produced the finest example of the BOMARC missile ever seen in 1/32 scale. Until someone else builds one. Goodnight! Kev geedubelyer, Dandiego, Memphis and 19 others 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody V Posted October 19, 2023 Share Posted October 19, 2023 It was great following this build, really enjoyed seeing such a unique subject come to life. You did good, son. LSP_Kevin and Martinnfb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted October 19, 2023 Share Posted October 19, 2023 (edited) Hi Kev, Despite the 'bendies', I would say that your project was a complete success, particularly in respect to the knowledge you gained - well done and congratulations for producing an outstanding model of something very rarely seen in kit form. Cheers Derek Edited December 17, 2023 by Derek B Martinnfb and LSP_Kevin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted October 19, 2023 Share Posted October 19, 2023 Great stuff Kev, with the exception of the minor list looks grand! LSP_Kevin and Martinnfb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted October 19, 2023 Share Posted October 19, 2023 Looks absolutely amazing Kev, very unique and very nicely done! Regards. Andy Martinnfb and LSP_Kevin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 20, 2023 Author Share Posted October 20, 2023 Thanks for your comments, fellas. I've had a few comments on Facebook encouraging me to address the lean in the launch tower, but it's not fixable, unfortunately. There are a number of factors contributing to the lean, including a sloppy pivot joint at the bottom, slightly warped 3D parts, and an imperfect join between the upper and lower vertical sections. I'd have to dismantle the whole thing and reprint new parts to fix it, and that's not going to happen! That said, if the mood strikes, I might attempt some minor heat-related persuasion with a hair dryer, to see if I can improve the situation. Kev Martinnfb, Derek B, Out2gtcha and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody V Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 9 hours ago, LSP_Kevin said: I've had a few comments on Facebook encouraging me to address the lean in the launch tower, If it were me, I'd build a new base with the launcher on a slope. I'm not sure if that's a joke or not. Martinnfb and LSP_Kevin 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grunticus Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 Kevin, that's a great result of a rare subject. Very well done! LSP_Kevin and Martinnfb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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