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Post by Poyks on Jan 7, 2006 14:04:12 GMT
Here we go then... Horizontal mid-plateThis time looking a bit like a ping-pong bat paddle, cut from half inch balsa. Vertical centre strutsCut from half inch balsa, these define the vertical centre shape. Upper body forming strutsDefining the full shape of the top of the model. Lower body forming strutsIt's taking shape already. I've not included the bottom fin detail on this model at this stage, as it is a smaller feature on the HM, and will be better added later. Body cladding will be next, watch this space.
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Post by Refugee on Jan 7, 2006 15:08:59 GMT
Is balsa wood the really light stuff, like they use in primary schools that can be a cm or maybe a bit less in thickness and cut with scissors?
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Post by Poyks on Jan 7, 2006 15:13:10 GMT
Yep it's real light and very strong, and great for cutting with a craft knife. The thicker stuff is a bit harder to get through and requires a hack saw and a bit of patience. It's mainly used in the construction of radio control aircraft.
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Post by Refugee on Jan 7, 2006 15:46:43 GMT
hmmm, I suppose I might evan be able to use it then lol.
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Post by Poyks on Jan 10, 2006 16:43:11 GMT
Top cladding and fillingThe top is cladded and filled with balsa pieces. This is the first layer of filler. This will be sanded, re-filled and sanded further.
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Post by Poyks on Jan 11, 2006 17:57:42 GMT
Top contouring and primingI've spent a good long time contouring the top of the model using thin filler and fine grade sandpaper. A good thick layer of primer binds everything together and shows any small imperfections, which can be treated later.
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Post by D.A.V.E on Jan 13, 2006 0:15:05 GMT
It's looking good so far! ohmigodisocantwaitforthistobefinishediveforgottenhowtospacemywordsyeahbutnobutamibovveredshutup (*apologises and leaves*)
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Post by Tripod on Jan 14, 2006 17:59:38 GMT
He's good!
Tripod
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Post by Poyks on Jan 16, 2006 18:19:33 GMT
Bottom half cladding and fillingAgain, the basic outer shape is formed from balsa. ....and after a few hours of filling, sanding and priming; Because the hood on the handling machine has more hollow detail than the fighting machine, I'll be building it as a separate detachable unit. I'll start on that next.
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Post by D.A.V.E on Jan 16, 2006 18:25:10 GMT
oh ... you just know this is gonna be good
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Post by Anim8tr on Jan 16, 2006 18:26:13 GMT
Looking real good, Poyks! I'll be checking this thread!
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andyd4h
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Post by andyd4h on Jan 17, 2006 8:24:11 GMT
Man that is gonna rock as much as your Fighting Machine did. GREAT work again Poyks
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Post by Poyks on Jan 19, 2006 20:12:31 GMT
Preparation for hood sectionI've carved the existing front section to match the designed lining for the hood unit, creating a recess to make room for the "eyes". Hood section frameI shall use this basic frame to build up the hood unit with balsa and filler. The bottom of the frame will remain hollow to allow insertion of the finished "eyes" after painting. This will look a lot better that just building up the model and leaving all the painting until last.
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Post by Bayne on Jan 20, 2006 0:56:42 GMT
[glow=red,2,300]Wow! That's looking great already!
Plan to have any people in the cage when it's done? [/glow]
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Post by Poyks on Jan 24, 2006 20:21:40 GMT
There may well be people in the basket Bayne. Hood section filling, sanding and primingThis being the focal point of the whole model, I've taken a long time to get it right. Here, the frame has been covered, filled and sanded. I then very carefully cut out the basic hood opening. More delicate sanding and filling. I thought I would do a test fit with the rest of the model, and it's pretty good, just a few adjustments to make.
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Post by jeffwaynefan on Jan 24, 2006 23:14:30 GMT
Looking good, looking good
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Chris Oakley
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Post by Chris Oakley on Jan 25, 2006 0:09:43 GMT
Liking it a hell of a lot - keep it up. ;D
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Post by Commandingtripod on Jan 25, 2006 1:25:08 GMT
You could open an online store ;D
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Graz
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Post by Graz on Jan 25, 2006 5:44:16 GMT
Oh boy.oh boy,oh boy... Now that really is starting to look the biz. Great inspiration.
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Post by Thunder Child on Jan 25, 2006 13:57:11 GMT
This one is going to be awesome too!
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