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Hi Everyone, This is not a detailed build diary more of a progress report as I receive the monthly packs. Here are some pictures up to the end of pack three stage 12. The prop is not fully assembled, that comes later, but I chose to paint it while disassembled because I thought it was easier that way. I had a minor problem with some wing ribs being in wrongly labelled bags but with other members help that is now sorted. The fuselage wanted to curve but I have managed to bring it straight and it has remained that way. Alec File Attachment(s): alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Looking good, very nice progress.....
Regards
Alan
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WTG Alec. That looks very tidy, well done. Look forward to your next update. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Hi Alec, Now that is looking good Alec, I can clearly see the amount of work you have put into your build and it shows, as with your painting of the prop that looks special, also a great start with the Starboard wing section, it all looks very neat and clean. Looking forward to the next post. Trev. Work in progress: Tombstone (Scratch) - San Francisco 2. -The Mayflower ( scratch by plan).
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Hi Alan, Derek, Dave and Trev, Thank you for taking the time to look and your comments. I have a lot to live up to with those who are well ahead of me on this forum. Waiting for pack 4 now. Regards, Alec Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Hi Everyone, The attached photo shows Pack 4 Stage 16 completed. The tool kit arrived with Pack 4 and would be very useful to a newbie to model making. My Grandson did appreciate it. I haven't found any insurmountable problems with the Spitfire build so far. Now waiting for Pack 5. Alec alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Well I thought it was ok and then I got critical and now I'm not happy. The pictures show that my starboard wing and fuselage are out of alignment. I wear verifocal glasses and all looked ok until I put a straight edge and plumb line against them. As I have decided I'm not too far in to the build I have canceled my monthly sub and ordered the complete kit and will start again. I may be wrong but I cannot think that this much out of alignment will fill finish up as a good job. Lesson learned is that the components may not be absolutely accurate as moisture in the air and drying of the wood will alter it over time after machining. Fresh start, different approach, more accuracy required. Alec alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Hi Alec, From your pictures all looked fine to me,but I did notice a small warp in the fuselage, but like me we try to achieve the best results we can, so I do understand why you have gone for the full build and start again, and with the promotions on offer couldn't be a better time. Looking forward to your post's Regards Trev. Work in progress: Tombstone (Scratch) - San Francisco 2. -The Mayflower ( scratch by plan).
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Hi Everyone, Thanks for taking a look at last post Trev. Well I started again and all is now well i.e.:straight where it should be with the help of a 25 x 25 x 3 aluminium angle. Pictures show up to stage 41 with still some more sanding to do on the wings. I must say that I am enjoying this build very much and looking forward to the challenges that it throws up. Alec alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Great to see you back on track with this one. Well done. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Alec, This build look's the part, I can see clearly the effort you have put in, also you have the advantage and experience from your first build which makes it all the more favourable, I am really looking forward to see future post's. Well done Alec Regards Trev. Work in progress: Tombstone (Scratch) - San Francisco 2. -The Mayflower ( scratch by plan).
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Hi Everyone, Here's a few pictures of my latest progress, all seems to be ok but I have put a query on general discussion. Alec alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Good to see your back on it. Have replied your question in general.
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HI Everyone, I have made some progress. engine bay and cover, cockpit sides. Port wing leading edge that I fixed with Araldite and started on wing panels that I fixed with superglue gel. I didn't find the panels easy, not done this before, last plane that I skinned was balsa, tissue and dope. Still need a bit of cleaning on the panels, I'm not sure about the panel pins, does it need them? Any advice welcome. Alec alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Hi Everyone, Latest update, fitted the front end to the fuselage and the undercarriage bays to the wings. I will delay joining the wings as long as possible, work space is a little tight!! Alec alemo attached the following image(s): Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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Some fine work there Alec and a nice update, all looking very Spitfire shaped and neat and tidy - well done!!
Kev
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Hi Alec, Coming on a treat Alec, wings look good, wheel housing looking great ( you have done a superb job there) all in all this will be a very nice build, well done. Regards Trev. Work in progress: Tombstone (Scratch) - San Francisco 2. -The Mayflower ( scratch by plan).
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Hi Trev and Kev, Thanks for looking in. Finding this one challenging but enjoying every minute. Following Alan (ALW) has anyone completed this kit? Alec Built: Bluenose, Arab Dhow, HMS Bounty, Hummer H1, D51, Spitfire,E type Jaguar.
In Progress: HMS Victory, , Yamaha YZR-M1
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alemo wrote: .... Following Alan (ALW) has anyone completed this kit?
Alec
I don't recall seeing anyone finish their build on this forum Alec, though I think Trev (tf64) isn't very far away from the finish line with his?
Nice build Alec - well done!!
Kev
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