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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 17, 2017 20:26:37 GMT 1
Well this will be my first Italeri project. Its probably going to be my biggest kit (currently a 1/72 Concorde). The box is et up as the 25th anniversary of the gulf war and gives you 4 different markings:- 58-0173, 1708 BW, King Abdul Aziz, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 1991, 'lets make a deal' 57-6515, 801 BW, Moron, Spain, 1991, 'Mohawk Warrior' 57-6473, 5300 BW, Diego Garcia AFB, 1991, 'Hard T'get' 58-0251, 379 BW, Wurtsmith AFB, 1977.  IMG_9522 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr The pack comes well packed with 15 styrene sprues, packed as pairs and 1 clear sprue. The fuselage is split into 4 sections.  IMG_9523 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr This is the size once finished. The spirit level is 600mm.  IMG_9535 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr Chris |
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Post by woody66 on Oct 18, 2017 10:22:25 GMT 1
I would be strung up by my better half if I made something that size  . I look forward to the updates on it Chris. My next project will be a lot smaller. Colin |
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 18, 2017 11:59:24 GMT 1
I managed to sneak it in but got told it's not being hung from the ceiling.
Chris
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 19, 2017 20:34:10 GMT 1
Just a quick update. Painted and built the cockpit, as it should be all was simple to put together with clear instructions. Went a bit off key with the painting but i doubt once built much detail can be seen.
 IMG_9536 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr  IMG_9537 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr I thought I would show you how 2/4 of the fuselage fit together. The connector slides into a fitting on the inside of the front quarter. As seen below  IMG_9539 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr This is the view from the inside.  IMG_9540 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr A bit of a dry run to show both sections together.  IMG_9538 by Christopher Newton, on Flickr I hope your enjoying the progress so far, any questions/advice don't hesitate to input as it is always welcome. Chris |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2017 20:53:05 GMT 1
Chris,
You may find you need a bit of filler on some of the sections of the B-52, I know from reading on various kit forums that they do tend to need some.
Was eyeing one of these up a while ago, but I wouldn't have the space to place the finished kit when it was built!
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 20, 2017 8:18:28 GMT 1
Yes I've noticed that, of what I've read it could be a pain of a kit.
I didn't think I would have room for it but I'm making sure there is space for it. I've always had a fascination with the B-52 since reading Flight Of The Old Dog as a kid.
Chris
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Post by Deleted on Oct 20, 2017 20:59:58 GMT 1
Yes I've noticed that, of what I've read it could be a pain of a kit. I didn't think I would have room for it but I'm making sure there is space for it. I've always had a fascination with the B-52 since reading Flight Of The Old Dog as a kid. Chris I may get some build thread's up at some point, have a few kits which I definitely want to get finished by the end of the year i.e 1/72 Mustang, 1/48 mosquito (tamiya), 1/200 Tu-95, Ducati 1199, italeri f-117 etc. |
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 21, 2017 13:11:03 GMT 1
That would be good, I wouldn't mind seeing the TU-95 and the F-117.
Chris
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 21, 2017 13:19:08 GMT 1
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 22, 2017 14:48:26 GMT 1
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Post by woody66 on Oct 22, 2017 19:31:22 GMT 1
It’s progressing well there Chris.
Colin
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 22, 2017 20:29:52 GMT 1
Thanks Colin it's not looking to bad.
Chris
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 29, 2017 21:17:18 GMT 1
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Post by woody66 on Oct 31, 2017 9:40:01 GMT 1
Have you had to do any filling of gaps yet Chris?
I hope your dog is better also.
Colin
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Post by csnewton2701 on Oct 31, 2017 10:25:20 GMT 1
Unfortunately he passed away Friday night, not yet but I noticed the wings don't look right (there is no flex pulling them down) looks like there is a major issue with the parts. Will give an update after further inspection.
Chris
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