Tamiya M20

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Great work Paul .

 

[scottie3158]

Apologies if I've missed this but which etch set are you using ?

Andy,
No worries good to have you along. The etch set is the Voyager #PE 35678. It's not bad but like most etch sets some of it is no better than the kit offering and overly complicated

 

[scottie3158]

very accurate and the level of details is amazing... well done..

Greg,
Thanks mate glad your liking it so far.

 

[Andy Evans]

Thanks Paul, looks a very comprehensive set.

 

[scottie3158]

Hi Scottie
Better and better. Modelling to inspire but your fetish with tie downs is something I would mention to matron on her next visit.
Could you please give a quick "how to" on using stretched sprue for welds. It is very effective.
Jim

Hi Jim, Matron has already adjusted my meds, and referred me to a specialist bump feeler. The welds are simple to do, they must be I can do it. Warm a piece of sprue with a lighter or candle until it just begins to wilt then pull apart from the ends until the thickness you require is achieved. Some plastic is easier to do then others depends on the manufacturer. Next using liquid glue dip the whole length and then place it where you want the weld. Let it dry so you don't run the risk of moving it. Next using the liquid glue soften the piece you have applied. when soft using the very tip of a sharp blade notch the plastic until you achieve a welded ripple look. When this has dried completely clean up the area I use a fibre pen then some worn scotchbrite other brands are available. Have a practice on an old build or a flat piece of evergreen. I will try and post some pictures when I get back to the bench. But I hope the description helps.

 

[scottie3158]

Great work Paul .

Thanks Ralph, really appreciate the comment.

 

[scottie3158]

Thanks Paul, looks a very comprehensive set.

It doesn't have the fenders but is does have the aerial mounts.

 

[MikeC]

Scottie,
Just caught up on your build, you commented about wondering if the screw heads would show - they will - brush gently.
Great build.
Mike.

 

[Jim R]

Hi Scottie
Thanks for the information. Makes perfect sense - you explained it perfectly. I have used thin worms of milliput in the past and it works ok. The problem was getting the worm of putty thin enough. Using your stretched sprue method gives a much more "in scale" look. You can get sprue to stretch out really fine. Thanks again. Keep up the great work and watch out for those 'bump feelers' they can get pretty personal!
Jim

 

[Brad9826]

Hi Scottie,
Yet another thread where words can't describe the work, but the pics say it instead,
Brill...

 

[scottie3158]

Scottie,
Just caught up on your build, you commented about wondering if the screw heads would show - they will - brush gently.
Great build.
Mike.

Mike, thanks for that I hope so. It looks like either could have been an option some pictures show raised bolt detail others show recessed screws.

Hi Scottie
Thanks for the information. Makes perfect sense - you explained it perfectly. I have used thin worms of milliput in the past and it works ok. The problem was getting the worm of putty thin enough. Using your stretched sprue method gives a much more "in scale" look. You can get sprue to stretch out really fine. Thanks again. Keep up the great work and watch out for those 'bump feelers' they can get pretty personal!
Jim

No worries mate glad you understood it. They do look for the bumps in some strange places

Hi Scottie,
Yet another thread where words can't describe the work, but the pics say it instead,
Brill...

Brad, Thanks fella really appreciated.

 

[Wookie2486]

Scottie,

I just caught up awesome is the only thing I can say I made one a little while ago. It truly is a masterclass.

Marty

 

[scottie3158]

Scottie,

I just caught up awesome is the only thing I can say I made one a little while ago. It truly is a masterclass.

Marty

Thanks Marty you are to kind mate.

 

[rtfoe]

Hi Scottie/Paul, I too have just caught up. Man...you're making me hate grab handles, I have an mate and don't fancy the idea of replacing them Really nice work and a great come back from that logical incident. Where would we be without Simon.

You and Steve can be tandem buddies on a bicycle made for two. Won't be surprised seeing both of you frequently outside Matron's office.

Cheers,
Richard

 

[scottie3158]

Richard,
Good to see you mate. The thing I should have thought about is a lot of those I have fitted will be covered in stowage so wont be seen anyway lol. Matron took the Tandem off of us because we kept riding up and down the corridors.

 

[BigGreg]

Hi Jim, Matron has already adjusted my meds, and referred me to a specialist bump feeler. The welds are simple to do, they must be I can do it. Warm a piece of sprue with a lighter or candle until it just begins to wilt then pull apart from the ends until the thickness you require is achieved. Some plastic is easier to do then others depends on the manufacturer. Next using liquid glue dip the whole length and then place it where you want the weld. Let it dry so you don't run the risk of moving it. Next using the liquid glue soften the piece you have applied. when soft using the very tip of a sharp blade notch the plastic until you achieve a welded ripple look. When this has dried completely clean up the area I use a fibre pen then some worn scotchbrite other brands are available. Have a practice on an old build or a flat piece of evergreen. I will try and post some pictures when I get back to the bench. But I hope the description helps.

welding-liquid glue-warm piece..... damn l'm lost.... but keep the good work coming... more... moooore moooooore...

 

[Si Benson]

Evening Scottie,
Impressive stuff with all the little tweaks...your making a cracking job of it .
Keep it coming

 

[JR]

The thought of learning how to achieve welds I was feeling ok until the mention of lighters and candels. At which point Management rang Matron and I was sent to bed .

 

[scottie3158]

The thought of learning how to achieve welds I was feeling ok until the mention of lighters and candels. At which point Management rang Matron and I was sent to bed .

John,
My apologies I should have considered my audience before tempting them with fire.

 

[scottie3158]

So after using the PE, copper wire of various diameters and some pewter the Hatches are done not to bad to build but far harder to fit. Hopefully now I will knock them off.