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Modelling Projects / Re: Bigkev's W.I.P No.6 Revell BAC/Aerospatiale Concorde 1/144th British Airways
« on: January 21, 2015, 08:20:56 AM »
Hi Zak,
I guess we both got carried away, didn't we?
Bigkev

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General Discussion / Re: WHAT'S PLAYING?
« on: January 20, 2015, 09:17:01 PM »
Hi Wizzel,

Like Zak, I like something not to loud or obtrusive.
Currently listening to 'Bomber' by Len Dieghton, an old cassette book, but something of interest to me.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Building HMS Queen Elizabeth 1943
« on: January 20, 2015, 09:13:09 PM »
Hi Haddock,

A lot of fun, messing about in small boats.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Modelling World War 1
« on: January 20, 2015, 09:11:48 PM »
Wonderful Stuff Zak.

Skill by the bucket load!!  I admire all your builds, your drawing skills are pretty hot too...................

Now I'm thinking of an extension on my house, can you do drawings for that??

Only joking, but I am sure you could do it if required.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Bigkev's W.I.P No.6 Revell BAC/Aerospatiale Concorde 1/144th British Airways
« on: January 20, 2015, 09:08:49 PM »
Ah So Grasshopper!

Cyril managed to twist my arm a few years ago with an offer of cheap refills of Tamiya Tape and I took him up on that.
Still have some 10mm and 6mm unopened to use. Must try to build more kits to use it up!!
Until then I'll stick with it.
Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Bigkev's W.I.P No.6 Revell BAC/Aerospatiale Concorde 1/144th British Airways
« on: January 20, 2015, 07:42:47 AM »
Hi all,
A little bit further with this. I have weighted the fuselage using plasticine and some .177 air rifle pellets. I used the old balancing trick of where the main undercarriage sits and adding weight until it tips to the nose, then the same amount again to make sure! works every time for me.
Also I have 'tabbed' the port side of the fuselage to aid alignment, using small scraps of plasticard and also sanded the trailing edge of the fin/rudder as it was a little too thick.

I then glued the fuselage halves together using Revell Contacta and Tamiya thin liquid glue. The fuselage has been taped using Tamiya tape in small strips and 'Berna clamps' to get best join possible. Some sanding/filling will be necessary, but this helps it to be reduced to a minimum.

Pictures of work described.
Bigkev 

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Modelling Projects / Re: Modelling World War 1
« on: January 19, 2015, 08:28:08 PM »
You never know Zak, they might turn up when you least expect them.
Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Building HMS Queen Elizabeth 1943
« on: January 19, 2015, 08:26:52 PM »
Hi Haddock,

Keep at it mate, looking good so far, if a little sticky at the moment.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Bigkev's W.I.P No.6 Revell BAC/Aerospatiale Concorde 1/144th British Airways
« on: January 19, 2015, 08:25:17 PM »
Hi Wizzel,

Thanks for the kind words about finish. I'm pretty sure you would be able to do the same, with a little practice and perseverance.
I still 'go off' sometimes, so it isn't all plain sailing.

As to Concorde's size, the silhouettes are of a 1/72 Bristol Fighter, the Concorde kit is to 1/144th, so to get a comparison you have to imagine the silhouettes half the size shown.

A PRETTY big bird none the less.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Modelling World War 1
« on: January 18, 2015, 08:11:59 PM »
Hi Zak,

Looking good. White metal, gosh that must be heavy. A pity someone does not do resin ones??

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Modelling Project No.6 Revell BAC/Aerospatiale Concorde 1/144th British Airways
« on: January 18, 2015, 08:08:07 PM »
Hi All,

After a short break in proceedings I'm back underway again.

I have fully boxed in the undercarriage bays, and added the main gear doors in a closed position.
The doors are normally closed at all times except for maintenance or during the retraction and deployment.

The get the doors to fit flush required some trimming, and fettling to get best possible fit. I used thick superglue together with 'Rocket Blaster' activator, and 'Rocket' powder (micro glass particles which help make a strong joint).

Also the sink marks on the fuselage have been dealt with for now, but will be checked during build to make sure they have been eradicated.

Please find pictures attached of progress as detailed above.

Bigkev

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General Discussion / Re: Martin trying to sort out his compter
« on: January 18, 2015, 07:49:16 PM »
Hi Msea.

Like Zak, I find Fatstone resizer quite easy to use. It doesn't really matter which you use, the key thing is not exceed the allowed limit 2Mb per post, and no more than a total of 10 pictures in total.

We await to see your post with pictures in due course.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Building FFG 529 "ZHOUSHAN"
« on: January 15, 2015, 07:50:42 PM »
Hi Haddock,

Just like to say how good this looked at the meeting, "a nice shade of grey" from your 49 shades you possess.

Great work mate.

Bigkev

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Modelling Projects / Re: Modelling World War 1
« on: January 15, 2015, 07:47:42 PM »
Hi Zak,
Glad to see you last night, and really impressed with the collection of WWI items you brought along.

I especially wanted to know how you made the door/ramp unfold on your horsebox truck. I didn't get chance to ask, any chance of an explanation?

Christine thought the collection looked great too, something very different yet appealing. Normally I get, "It's a bit green isn't it" for something I build. 

Bigkev

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General Discussion / Re: New Venue
« on: January 15, 2015, 07:42:56 PM »
Hi Zak, Wizzel, Haddock and others,

Thankyou for the kind comments about our new venue, I hoped you would like it. I know for some it is now further to travel, but the vast improvement in amenities I hope counteract these problems.

We still will need to tweak how we do things regarding layout, tea rota's, collecting monies, but I think that we have got off on the right start and we can only get better.

Most of the praise for the venue should go to Andy, whose involvement has helped us secure this great venue at a great price.

Christine enjoyed the night, and would like to thank Cyril and John Cook for their assistance in collecting cups and saucers and doing the washing up. Also thanks to John C for the buns he brought along for the benefit of all.

Cheers,

Bigkev 

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