quang Posted August 12, 2023 Author Share Posted August 12, 2023 36 minutes ago, MikeMaben said: Thanks Q, I think 'all' of those C shaped parts on the PE sheet are chain links. I don’t think so. Everything related to the chain links is on this single page. The great majority of the PE parts deals with surface details (flap actuators, fuel caps, intakes, … ) which are legion on the Macchis. Contrary to the new gen model makers who concentrate on delicate mouldings with intricate details, it appears that Italeri chose the opposite, giving us accurate but simple, rather basic plastic parts complemented by a host of tiny, additional surface details in plastic and metal etchings. It’s a rather interesting approach. We’ll see in practice how it turns out. The styrene used by Italeri is pleasant with perfect (to me) hardness, correctly moulded while not extra sharp like Border or ZM. I gave the sprues a coat of Mr Surfacer 1200 before separating the parts for a quick fit-test assembly. The parts were stuck together using masking tape and blue tack. The fit is excellent all around without noticeable gap. I found the ‘deflated’ tires unrealistic (or rather ridiculous). Guess they’d look better with a bit of Milliput. The 5-part cowling fit admirably, hopefully a good prospect for displaying the model with ot without the engine. That’s it for today. If you have any comment or question, don’t hesitate. Cheers, Quang Dpgsbody55, Fanes, nmayhew and 24 others 23 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepp Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Thanks for the preview shots and commentary, it's helped enormously with making my mind up - I'm in! One on order HB252 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennismcc Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 You're doing a fine job, it looks like it's probably a little easier to build than my PCM or 21st Century versions, I'm glad I've got one on the way. Cheers Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tolga ULGUR Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Happy to see one of these already getting built. Certainly looks like it could use a bit of refinement, but it's an awesome base to work off of. Leaves a great canvas for the fantastic camo schemes. Matt Mark P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quang Posted August 12, 2023 Author Share Posted August 12, 2023 36 minutes ago, scvrobeson said: Certainly looks like it could use a bit of refinement, but it's an awesome base to work off of. As I actually started building the kit, I discovered that it’s more detailed than a cursory quick glance at the box contents makes us believe. Indeed it’s not as refined as the new generation kits (Border, ZM, etc…), but it’s accurate, complete and as good a canvas as a Hasegawa kit of the best vintage (hello Tolga) Sepp, HB252, Alain Gadbois and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dpgsbody55 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 12 hours ago, quang said: As I actually started building the kit, I discovered that it’s more detailed than a cursory quick glance at the box contents makes us believe. Indeed it’s not as refined as the new generation kits (Border, ZM, etc…), but it’s accurate, complete and as good a canvas as a Hasegawa kit of the best vintage (hello Tolga) From your pictures, it certainly looks as if Italeri have taken different approach to many other of the latest releases. But it does look as if it will build into a nice model. Very much looking forward to receiving mine. In the mean time, I'll be following this one closely. Cheers, Michael quang 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 22 hours ago, quang said: I don’t think so. Everything related to the chain links is on this single page. I wonder what they're for then ? Are they called out in the instructions ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quang Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 1 hour ago, MikeMaben said: I wonder what they're for then ? Are they called out in the instructions ? Everything is on the photo I posted. Hopefully things will be clearer when the cockpit is finished. Anyhow I spent an entire evening working on the cockpit. Suddenly the kit appears not so much as basic as it appeared at first sight. Main components completed and ready for the paints… Rather intricate control column Typical kidney-shaped foot rests…- Even the cockpit lights are included… All stock items except the oxygen tube I made from guitar string Typical gap beneath the head armoured panel PE buckles on back cushion 4-part seat stand needs nerves of steel Until next time, Cheers, Quang Paul in Napier, Rocat, MikeMaben and 27 others 27 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 This is a great looking kit, wheels aside! Cockpit looks very good as well. Are they 3D instrument decals supplied with the jut? Regards. Andy quang 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Bull Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 I think i have just seen my next birthday present , thats a nice looking kit with tons of potentual and some great color schemes .I'll keep watching this build to see how it ends up . Keep up the good work .cheers Wayne nmayhew and quang 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quang Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 5 minutes ago, monthebiff said: This is a great looking kit, wheels aside! Cockpit looks very good as well. Are they 3D instrument decals supplied with the jut? Regards. Andy Everything on this build will be OOP… except for some home-brew bits. Wheels on the mend Landrotten Highlander, Shoggz, HB252 and 12 others 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Nice progress so far, Quang. This one's definitely on my purchasing radar when it finally makes its way down under. Kev quang 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Eagle Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Are both both early and late windscreens included in the kit? That will determine what series aircraft could be built- unless it just doesn’t matter to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quang Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Steve Eagle said: Are both both early and late windscreens included in the kit? That will determine what series aircraft could be built- unless it just doesn’t matter to you Well, it DOES matter to me. The stock kit only offers the armoured windscreen and also the ‘tropical’ sand filter. Which is unfortunate as my first intent is to make a series I version during the siege of Malta. For sure I can always modify the stock windscreen and build an early air intake from scratch… Still I need some good info about the ‘regular’ air intake. Until I get it, I’m still considering. Edited August 13, 2023 by quang Gazzas, denders and Paul in Napier 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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