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Started by Eddie M., November 19, 2009, 02:37:56 PM

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kitnut617

#60
December 23, 2009, 06:57:03 AM
To quote Todd on another thread "it's getting better and better"   :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
If I'm not building models, I'm out riding my dirtbike

Eddie M.

#61
December 24, 2009, 07:47:42 AM Last Edit: December 24, 2009, 07:57:35 AM by Eddie M.
Quote from: Weaver on December 23, 2009, 03:25:15 AM
Nice one Eddie: looks like a very credible variation on the prototype scheme.

A yellow P is going to look very good on that black IF you can get it to be opaque enough.... If I was printing the P decal, I'd be inclined to try printing it with a black background on white decal paper instead of clear, but it depends if you can match the black closely enough on your printer.

Yes, it's always the IFs. ;)

Here's waht I'm starting with.....
Look behind you!

Eddie M.

#62
December 24, 2009, 09:03:35 AM
to this....
Look behind you!

Eddie M.

#63
December 24, 2009, 02:26:31 PM
Nose gear doors were cut from some scraps of plastic...
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John Howling Mouse

#64
December 25, 2009, 01:04:22 PM
Seeing this build progress is one of the best Christmas presents I could imagine, Eddie.  You are a Master of the Styrene Arts!   :bow:
Styrene in my blood and an impressive void in my cranium.

Eddie M.

#65
December 26, 2009, 06:54:00 PM
Quote from: John Howling Mouse on December 25, 2009, 01:04:22 PM
Seeing this build progress is one of the best Christmas presents I could imagine, Eddie.  You are a Master of the Styrene Arts!   :bow:

Thank you Baz. Just doin' what I can with what I got.

She's up on her legs..... it's amazing how many things you can use Mustang wheels for...

Look behind you!

Brian da Basher

#66
December 27, 2009, 11:35:53 AM
That landing gear fits like a glove!

The only thing that could top this would be spats.  ;)

Nice progress, Eddie! Looking forward to final roll-out!!!
:bow: :bow:
Brian da Basher

Eddie M.

#67
December 28, 2009, 05:01:59 PM
Quote from: Weaver on December 23, 2009, 03:25:15 AM
Nice one Eddie: looks like a very credible variation on the prototype scheme.

A yellow P is going to look very good on that black IF you can get it to be opaque enough.... If I was printing the P decal, I'd be inclined to try printing it with a black background on white decal paper instead of clear, but it depends if you can match the black closely enough on your printer.

I did a lot of thinking about this part of the build after you mentioned it, because I didn't want to find out I was wrong at a bad time. I went and found some decals with a white background, cut out a circle and put it down first. Then Applied the the letter in the center. Very hamfisted try, so I had to touch it up with paint. Black first.

Before


After


Now why would a grown man sit around and do this.......;)
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Weaver

#68
December 28, 2009, 08:53:01 PM
Wow - I would never have attempted decal-bashing like that!

Um, you do know that you can buy P-decals, I take it?

http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Fantasy-Printshop-Decals_Aircraft-Markings_W0QQ_fsubZ8560176QQ_sidZ47761971QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec0Q2em322
"Things need not have happened to be true. Tales and dreams are the shadow-truths that will endure when mere facts are dust and ashes, and forgot."
 - Sandman: A Midsummer Night's Dream, by Neil Gaiman

"I dunno, I'm making this up as I go."
 - Indiana Jones

Eddie M.

#69
December 29, 2009, 04:22:01 AM
Quote from: Weaver on December 28, 2009, 08:53:01 PM
Wow - I would never have attempted decal-bashing like that!

Um, you do know that you can buy P-decals, I take it?

http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Fantasy-Printshop-Decals_Aircraft-Markings_W0QQ_fsubZ8560176QQ_sidZ47761971QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec0Q2em322

I'm sure there are lots of goodies out to be to make my modeling life easier, but I am forever in a situation of having to make do with what I've got. I'd love to be able to buy those things, but I'm broke most of the time. ;D Just call me the Frugal Modeler. ;)
Look behind you!

Sauragnmon

#70
December 29, 2009, 05:01:05 AM
Oh, I know what you're talking about, Eddie - I call it BABS (Broke Arse Bugger Syndrome)

Kinda like why I just paint my markings - saves on having to worry about decal sets etc.
Putty-fu, Scratch-jutsu and Bash-chi, the sacred martial arts of the What-If. Mastering them, is Ancient Chinese Secret.

Just your friendly neighbourhood Mad Scientist and Ship-whiffer.

Overkill? Nah, it's Insurance.  So are the 20" guns.

Brian da Basher

#71
December 29, 2009, 12:42:34 PM
Quote from: Eddie M. on December 29, 2009, 04:22:01 AM
Quote from: Weaver on December 28, 2009, 08:53:01 PM
Wow - I would never have attempted decal-bashing like that!

Um, you do know that you can buy P-decals, I take it?

http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Fantasy-Printshop-Decals_Aircraft-Markings_W0QQ_fsubZ8560176QQ_sidZ47761971QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec0Q2em322

I'm sure there are lots of goodies out to be to make my modeling life easier, but I am forever in a situation of having to make do with what I've got. I'd love to be able to buy those things, but I'm broke most of the time. ;D Just call me the Frugal Modeler. ;)

You and me both, Eddie (funny I've never seen you at the "frugal Modeler" meetings). I only wish I had the talent to be able to do what you do! That's some mighty fine decal customizing!
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Brian da Basher

Brian da Basher

#72
December 30, 2009, 12:49:00 PM Last Edit: December 30, 2009, 12:53:42 PM by Brian da Basher
I'm not sure if this helps :

GB Deadline extended to Monday, Jan. 4th

I hope it does.

Please remember to post pics of your finished entry here.

Good luck!
:cheers:
Brian da Basher

Eddie M.

#73
December 30, 2009, 04:23:16 PM Last Edit: December 30, 2009, 04:27:05 PM by Eddie M.
I can sure use it. This takes my chestnuts out from roasting over an open fire and will help to get this done without a rush. Thanks BdaB!! :D
Look behind you!

Brian da Basher

#74
December 30, 2009, 04:38:23 PM
Your Wellie is coming along so nicely I'd hate to see you have to rush things, Eddie.

I'm glad my scheduling goof turned out to be a plus. Good luck!
:cheers:
Brian da Basher

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