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Hi most resin sets come with the casting blocks that yours has and the need to be removed by either sanding or cutting most of it off with a razor saw and then sanding back to the base edge of the cast part. I was once told they leave the block in place for strength to keep the part from warping and also its for any air bubbles in the resin to rise up into so the part has none. Not that it always works. Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Hi Gray,
Can't tell from your photos if you've sawn/sanded your resin parts in a wet or dry fashion, but it's a good idea to keep an 'atomiser' bottle containing some water close by and periodically spray the work area/parts with water to keep it all damped down, as resin dust is not the nicest thing to breathe in and is known to be carcinogenic? It's also worthwhile wearing a mask as an extra precaution whilst working with resin dust, and clean up the work area in a wet state afterwards with a good wipe down of both the workspace and a soapy wash of the parts.
Apologies if you were already aware, just thought I'd mention it to be safe?  
Kev 
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Loving the detail on this etch  Can't imagine trying to fold the nose leg buffer without my new toy . I will leave the etch to completely dry before folding it into the wheel well. Hope you enjoy the photos. regards Gray CaptnBirdseye attached the following image(s):
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Looking good Gray, lovely progress.... Regards Alan
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Thanks for looking in and your comments Alan, always welcome. By the way, for those eagle-eyed amonst you...those little white dots are the residue from Ultimate Photo-etch Placer Sticks. Saw them being used on Jase's Mikasu build . Thanks for that tip Jase, they are a marvel Regards Gray
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Small update on my build. I have been creating the front and main wheel bays with the etch. All i can say is it's a good job i bought the etch bending tool, as i couldn't have freehanded the small bends needed without it! There is more to add to the main wheel bays, but need a clamp, so will show that later. Anyways, i hope you like.... CaptnBirdseye attached the following image(s):
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Bending tools are a must for any serious work with etch and looks like you have mastered it really well.... looks great..... Regards Alan
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Nice work on the etchJase“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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jase wrote:Nice work on the etch
Jase Thanks Alan and Jase for looking in and your comments. On the whole I am enjoying the experience (my first time using it), but I can see why it would be classed as a marmite moment 🤨. You either love or loathe working with it. My advice to anyone thinking about using it for the first time is to try it for themselves. Regards Gray
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Looking fantastic grey. the etch really finishes bits off. Ian   Current builds.Hachettes build the bismark,HMS Victory, HMS Hood.
Finished Builds Corel HMS Victory cross section.
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Coming together nicely
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Thanks Tom & Ian for looking in and your comments. Greatly appreciated. Today's update is more of the same with the etch. Sorry, it's proving slow going, but hopefully i can get on to the main build soon. CaptnBirdseye attached the following image(s):
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Looking good Gray, you seem to be handling this PE brass very well for a first timer - well done.
Kev
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Great job with the PE, it's definitely worth taking the time to get right, start rushing and it all goes to pot - I speak from experience.
Graeme
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pemberg wrote:Great job with the PE, it's definitely worth taking the time to get right, start rushing and it all goes to pot - I speak from experience.
Graeme Hi Graeme, I know EXACTLY what you mean . the big decision is deciding which bit of which kit (resin or etch) to use as some parts are duplicated. Hopefully tomorrow i can finally get the pilots painted! Regards Gray
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Looking good Gray, coming on very nicely. Mark Regards
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Markwarren wrote:Looking good Gray, coming on very nicely. Mark Thanks for looking, Mark, and your comments Regards Gray
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Great work with the etch Gary. looking really good. Ian Current builds.Hachettes build the bismark,HMS Victory, HMS Hood.
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Hi looking good neat work with the etch,cheers Mick. Builds hms victory, suzuki gsx 1300 R hayabusa, honda C B 750, lamborghini countach L P 500 S, tamiya 1/16 rc full option tiger 1 tank,
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Thanks for looking in guys and your comments. I’ve been busy with other projects, but I’m hoping to get back on this later this week. Needs finishing before the deadline  Regards Gray
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