discussion 1/4 Scale SE5a ( The Old Dutch )

[stona]

Thanks guys you are all too kind. Looks like i built up quite a reputation then Steve.

Don't be so modest

The effort and attention to detail that you've put into this is there for all to see. It's shapeing up to be a magnificent tribute. Keep up the good work,you've got a reputation to maintain you know :wink:

Cheers

Steve

 

[Guest]

Thanks again Steve. I owe this one to the 'Old Dutch' if i never build another as good i wont be disappointed by any means. There is still a lot more to come. I'm thinking twice about flying this one for the very reason I'm building it, don't want to trash it. If it never flys i will pull it out of the workshop regularly and fire her up just for the sheer enjoyment and satisfaction of seeing her sitting there ticking over.

Thanks

Andy

 

[Guest]

Thanks guys you are all too kind. Looks like i built up quite a reputation then Steve.

Don't be so modest

The effort and attention to detail that you've put into this is there for all to see. It's shapeing up to be a magnificent tribute. Keep up the good work,you've got a reputation to maintain you know :wink:

Cheers

Steve

I could'nt agree more ,well put Steve. Andy it really is a treat to watch this build come together.

 

[Guest]

Thanks Trey. im glad that you are enjoying it. I am having great fun and satisfaction in building it.

Cheers

Andy

 

[Guest]

Latest update. The woodwork has now had its final coat of paint, here is the result.

I think that the hatches and window came out good, I'm quite pleased with the final result.

I added the luggage compartment, this is a dummy hatch and serves no purpose so i just added the layers and painted it. The hinges are real.

Next to this you can see the finished dyno.

And finally for this Post the leaver and switch box inside the cockpit i promised you.

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Hope you like it so far.

Thanks for following.

Andy

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[Guest]

Andy I'm amazed at how this is building out ,truly a class act build keep it coming!

 

[yak face]

The quality on this is consistently 100 % andy , superb mate. I'm with you on the "fly or not" issue, after all the work i would hate to see it trashed, its a totally accurate scale model worthy of display. (btw ,when its finished, have you thought about loaning it to a museum for display? im sure many would jump at the chance of showing such a magnificent exhibit) cheers mate tony

 

[Guest]

Thanks Guys. Its coming along nicely. I see what your saying about loaning it out Tony, would be a good idea. I will look around and see who will be interested.

Cheers

Andy

 

[Guest]

Well its been a while since i have been here i must admit. I got some catching up to do lol. I'm sure you have all been busy working on you masterpieces and i look forward to browsing them.

I have now completed the gun inspection hatch and it has been a long slow process, it has also been a tricky one getting it just right. This will be a working hatch to show off the Vickers Gun so i have had to make some hinges for it, something that hopefully will last.

A brief description before you trawl through the pics.

Firstly glue some balsa stock together and sand into a profile that fits the bill, Permagrit tools are great for this!!. Next, cover with cling-film to provide a barrier between the balsa and the resin. Add a mesh for extra strength and cover with 2 layers of glass.

Once dry, sand to an almost smooth finish and apply 2 coast of finishing resin, smooth with 60 grit sand paper.

Add the litho plate and cut out the ejection shaft. Now just add details, rivets. Hammer a piece of brass into shape to form the cowl.

Enjoy.

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Cheers

Andy

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[Ian M]

That's a lot of work for a little part! Looks great!

Ian M

 

[Guest]

Thanks Ian. There wasnt a part with the kit and i doubt it would look right if there was, just like the engines. When painted im sure it will look a lot better.

Cheers

Andy

 

[Guest]

Ian is right intense amount of work,really looks great !. It figures just when I get finished mopping up the drool from your last post you up and do it to me again! Awesome work as always Andy!!!

 

[Guest]

Lol, Thanks Trey from one master to another In my opinion all of you guys turn out just as good jaw dropping work. Each to is own field. Im still amazed that having never donre this before that i can take to it like a duck to water. After all these years i had a tallent that i never knew about. Think il try something like golf next may be a hidden world champ, NOT.

Cheers

Andy

 

[papa 695]

But then you wouldn't have time to finish this masterpiece playing all that golf Andy

 

[Guest]

Very true Papa. I would miss it And im glad you like it so far. Wait till the next one.

Andy

 

[Guest]

Well with this tricky part of the build out of the way i can get going again. Took some time but i think it was well worth the effort. Hope you like it.

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Cheers

Andy

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[papa 695]

Great work there Andy looks fantastic

 

[spanner570]

Class, just pure class....

Ron

 

[Guest]

Thanks guys. Appreciate your valued comments. Hope to progress a little quicker now and post some more pics before Christmas.

Cheers

Andy

 

[Vaughan]

Great attention to detail Andy.

Vaughan.