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General Discussion / Southwell Model Show 2016
« on: October 11, 2016, 08:15:26 AM »
Hi All,

Just thought I would post some pictures of Southwell Model Show which we attended on Sunday 9th October 2016.
The show was held in its usual venue of the Racecourse Grandstand. This year there was a small admission charge, and the tables were allocated this time.
It all went very well, it was well organised, the tables laid out in larger ' squares' and each labelled up. The first arrivals were greeted on arrival and shown to the location. The table was dressed in good time, and models placed onto tables, each member filling in descriptions. Later in the morning we were asked if we could fill some additional tables adjacent to us, and members had brought some spares so we were able to oblige.
In the competition Tony B and John both gained firsts for their models, so well done chaps.
A very pleasurable day was had, in good company, and I am already looking forward to next year!

Some pictures of the models on the table follow:-
   

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General Discussion / All White Now!
« on: September 30, 2016, 07:49:48 PM »
Hi All,
Been a little while since I last posted, but now I am starting to tackle the modelling bench once more.

My latest topic requires an gloss white upper surface, so I began to re-think my application of white. I have always used a mix of matt and gloss white enamels, thinned by white spirit thinners and cellulose. I have had good results, but need a few coats to get the final finish.

I have used Halfords Appliance White in the past, but straight from the aerosol, which is okay but a little unmanageable direction and application wise.
One of our members Bridlufc, has used a decanted Appliance White, so I thought I would give it a go.

Using a small Jam jar, I decanted the paint using a straw to direct the paint into the jar. A small hole in the lid helps the gas propellant to escape. Once the paint is decanted, bubbles can be seen rising through the paint, this is the propellant escaping from the paint. I left it for a few hours, then placed a piece of Tamiya tape over the hole to seal the lid.

Next day, I tried out a spraying session on a old fuselage of a helicopter. It had been painted black inside, and unpainted outside. Using an eye dropper I transferred some undiluted paint into my airbrush, and set it to spray at about 15 PSI. A gentle spraying session later I was left with a very even coverage over the out side, and even over the Matt Black. This dried to a touch dry smooth finish after a few hours, but I left it 24
hours to allow it to harden. Apart from some dust particles on the kit surface before I started painting I was very pleased with the effect. A gentle rub over with some 6000 grade polishing cloth removed this, and a second light coat left a flawless finish.................................HAPPY BUNNY!

I needed to clean the airbrush well, using both Spray away and Cellulose thinners to remove all paint, but a small price to pay for a great finish.         

Have a go, it does give great results.
Some pictures attached.
Cheers,
Bigkev

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Help / Spare Wheels for a Trailer
« on: August 03, 2016, 08:43:39 AM »
Hi Chaps,
Do any of you have a couple of wheels in 1/32 or 1/35 in your spares box you don't need. Ideally I'm looking for something like Land Rover wheel, that size, type.

I want to make a control trailer for a diorama in 1/32 but I don't have any suitable spare wheels in my spares box.
Anyone able to help?
Bigkev   

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FAQ / WHERE AND WHEN WE MEET.
« on: April 28, 2016, 09:39:45 PM »
Hi All,

Bridlington and Wolds Scale Model Club meet as follows:-

Venue:-

CASS HALL,
KING STREET
DRIFFIELD
EAST YORKSHIRE
YO25 9QW

When:-

2nd Wednesday of month.

Time:-

19.30pm until 22.00pm

Costs:-
Membership Annually   £12.00 per year ( 3 free visits as guest member, thereafter membership payable pro-rata for number of months left in current membership year) Membership year runs from March to February.

All are welcome.

For further information please contact the club secretary:-

Mr. Neil Robinson

57 Cliff Road
 Hornsea
 East Yorkshire
 HU18 1HU

 01964 769359

 airgen2019@icloud.com

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Modelling Projects / Italeri Merlin HC.3 1/72
« on: April 17, 2016, 07:36:13 PM »
Hi All,

I know you think I have dropped off the edge of the planet modelling wise, but I haven't. I have been making this Italeri HC.3 Merlin Helicopter for a colleague at work. My modelling has been put on hold whilst I do this. I am glad to say I'm nearly done and I can get on with my next project soon.

I have just bobbed a few pictures of the model as it is now. It still needs the window frames touching in, the wheels attaching, and some final aerials and cable cutters adding and painting. Model is finished in Xtracolour enamels and Tamiya acrylics mainly. Model built straight from box.

Will post final pictures once complete, probably end of this week, fingers crossed.
Cheers,
Bigkev

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General Discussion / East Riding of Yorkshire Model Show 2016
« on: February 25, 2016, 09:25:48 PM »
Hi All,

This is the first post of 'Our Show'.

I can confirm that the show is at an advanced stage of planning. Check in here for more details in the coming days, weeks, months ahead for latest news.

Bigkev

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General Discussion / Seasons Greetings to All
« on: December 25, 2015, 11:49:06 AM »
Hi All,

Just like to wish everybody a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Hope Santa brought you your wanted kit, or you have treated yourself!!

Best Wishes.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Zulu
« on: November 15, 2015, 08:20:30 PM »
Test

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Modelling Projects / Testing
« on: November 15, 2015, 04:10:25 PM »
Just a test.

Bigkev

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General Discussion / Testing to Posting Issue Raised
« on: November 15, 2015, 04:05:00 PM »
This is just a test.

Bigkev

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General Discussion / Sword and Lance Show 2016
« on: November 12, 2015, 10:51:13 PM »
Hi All,

As this year comes to an end, the 2016 show season comes to mind.

Can you let me know if you are intending to go to Sword and Lance 2016 and interested in displaying at the show. Tables need to be requested soon and I need to gauge how many tables I should request.

I know this is quite early for you to give an indication, but I would appreciate it if you could contact me, please.

Bigkev     

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General Discussion / Telford 2015
« on: November 07, 2015, 03:11:11 PM »
Hi All,

Well Telford is here and sadly due to work commitments I cannot be there, but I have started this thread to start any pictures, reports, comments on the show.

Please find a picture from Roger, which shows our club stand and some of the crew set up and ready on Friday night before retiring to the bar.......................tut, tut.

Bigkev

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Hi All,

Well to accompany the Do-27, I thought I would have a go at the Dornier D0-28 Skyservant. My kit is the original Matchbox moulding in three colours and a clear sprue. I know this has been re-released by Revell, with new markings, but this one was a cheap purchase less than half the price of the Revell issue.

I have attached some pictures of the main parts/sprues before I get stuck in, in earnest.

Bigkev 

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Modelling Projects / Bigkevs WIP No.8 Huma Models Dornier D027 1/72
« on: October 04, 2015, 08:30:47 PM »
Hi All,

Just thought I would post a few pictures of my current project, a Dornier Do27 by Huma Models.

The kit is a short run injection moulding but with a little work goes together quite well.
It is nearly finished, with a few minor details to add, but I thought I'd share it with you to see what you think.

Bigkev

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General Discussion / Testing for Picture Attachments
« on: September 07, 2015, 03:59:42 PM »
Just a test to see if I can upload after file full report.
Bigkev

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