Bf 109 G-2 (Trumpeter 1/24)

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Great work so far Steven, will be a monster hanging from the ceiling
 

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Thanks guys!

So ... it's almost a year ago since my last update, time flies!
The 109 got shelved because the build progressed rather slowly.
I convinced myself to finish it before starting any new projects :smiling6:, so here's an update from last month.


First I'd like to point out that all the hinged parts 'dangle' very loose - which I personally don't like for a static model so I will glue them in a fixed position later on.
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The hinge-system is made with PE-hinges which slide over a steel rod.
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Left aileron and flap.
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Gluing the bottom- and upper-wing parts, aileron and flaps in position.
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Gluing the elevator(hinges) to the horizontal stabilizer.
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Wing ready and cleaned up
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Gluing the wing to the fuselage.
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I bit of putty was added in the front and back of the wing connection, this still needs to be sand down when cured.
The holes for the MG151/20 cannons under the wing were also filled with putty because I want this model to look like a standard fighter.
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Next I'd like to keep the engine out of the aircraft so I can use it in another project.
This means I'll have to find another way to attach the exhaust pipes to the model.
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So I found this piece in my scrap-box and marked 12 holes with a scriber-tool.
I used a small Dremel-bit to cut out the holes.
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Then the exhaust-pieces were glued to the panel, so now they shouldn't be too difficult to install in the nose.
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I added the horizontal stabilizer and started cleaning seams, this is what I have so far...
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That's all for now,
Keep it safe and have a nice day! :thumb2:
Steven
 
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