And so to the build.
The bridge structure and the funnel casing are moulded seperately, I'm hoping to build this part of the superstructure
as one assembly so I've joined 'em together.
The funnels have been lenghtened. Comparing the two computer generated pictures, 5mm seems about right,
in 1:350, 5mm =1.75m. (Thanks for the Balsa Zak.) 'Addock 'oles" added for the funnel stays.
As usual, some of Trumpeter's brass is too long, I'm expecting it now so I check early in the build to avoid some
very strong nautical language. You can see the bits of micro-strip needed to accomodate the extra length.
There's a latice frame work that represents support for the searchlight platform, Trumpy would have you twist
the gussets by 90 degrees then bend up to meet the framework, most of 'em just fell off so I removed 'em all and fixed
them seperately.
Dry itting shows that the various platforms need fettling to look level when assembled, the lower part of the mast is
too long so needs one of the locating spigots removed, shortened by a suitable amount, then the spigot replaced, shims added where needed.
A dry fit shows, hopefully, when all is glued together it should look passable, it looks a bit wonkey on the picture, time will tell.
As usual, the pictures should speak for themselves.
Haddock.