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Thank you for your kind comments. A few more photos for your perusal. This model is just so full of detail, I can't wait to get the next bit done!! ALW attached the following image(s):
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That is coming together very nicely. Tamiya really think these kits out so well with each sub-assemble going into the build to leave you wondering just how did it all go together. Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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Hi Tony
You're so right. An incredible amount of
thought gone into it.
I suppose motorbikes are not only for
performance but looks as well!
An excellent kit all round.
Regards, Alan
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Cracking job your doing Alan  I think this may not be the last Tamiya bike that we see from you  Al
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Hi Al
Thank you. I may just make another one but
I might, for the first time, weather it. I ve
never done any real amount of weathering
But s'pose you have to start somewhere!!
Before that and once this bike is done
I've got to get stuck into HMS Hood by
trumpeter. Looking forward to that.
Regards, Alan
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Looks absolutely stunning  Regards Shaun Building-RC spitfire
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That looks fantastic, well done!
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Thanks Shaun, thanks Nemesis Your words are very encouraging, in fact it is this forum that has helped greatly to improve my modelling skills. I used to just get the glue out, make a mess and hope for the best but after seeing some of the kits on here I felt compelled to comply So I now take my time, thanks to all for the comments that have helped me along the way. Regards. Alan
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Hello all A few more pics, nearly done, very tiring doing the painting! ALW attached the following image(s):
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Looking good Alan, not too much left to do now Al
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Thanks Al
Yep nearly there! It's the intricate painting that's taking the time now.
Cheers
Alan
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Yep painting can make or break a model, but i'm sure yours will be fine Al
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It might be very tiring doing the painting Alan but the work is paying off, the paint job is beautiful
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That looks fantastic, well done!
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Thanks for your comments. A couple more photos. Just a few bits to add then decals then finished! ALW attached the following image(s):
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Fabulous work Alan and on the home straight now. Al
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That looks fantastic! Nice job on the paint and finish!
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Love it nice work, thanks for sharing Built- Shelby Mustang, Lamborghini Huracan
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Thanks for your comments.
I have a question about the decals. The decals are breaking each time I apply them to the model. I'm not doing anything I shouldn't, could this be that they are old?
The number plate decal has started to disintegrate after only a few days so will now need to replace it!
I'm not sure how long this kit has been on the shelf but it was just a thought.
Any suggestions welcome.
Thank you
Regards all
Alan
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It probably is due to there age, these kits were originally around in the 80's i recall.
You could scan the decal sheet onto a pc and then print them onto decal paper that way you would have new decals. Can't say i have done this but i'm sure others on here will have made there own decals before.
Al
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