Before the Battle of Britain

[Wizzel]

Goodness, there's some tempting schemes there.  I'm keen to see which you will pick for yours now!

[bridlufc]

Now that is an aircraft from WW11 that I don't mind seeing, makes a change from spits, hurricanes, 109s and 190s. Each to their own no disrespect, but I enjoy your builds no the less

Bridlufc

[Pen-Pusher]

Cheque's in the post for these kind words!

[Pen-Pusher]

Fortunately the Revell 1/72 Stuka is moulded as to allow you add some detail around the engine or indeed, even have it completely exposed. I've ordered the resin kit (photo) from Aires and will scratch build the supports (?) The engine will need a little refinement but hopefully this will make the finished model a bit more interesting...

[Pen-Pusher]

The fuselage, cockpit and engine cowlings laid out...

[Pen-Pusher]

... including a nicely moulded instrument panel!

[Pen-Pusher]

Received my Aires 'Jumo' engine today for the Ju.87 Very neat mouldings indeed but I can see some 'fiddly' bits that will take some care...

[Pen-Pusher]

The main 'block' looks impressive and the gear box pure delight. There are even some small P/E parts (Be still my beating heart!) to add to my simple joy...

[Pen-Pusher]

Okay, engine almost complete - still some 'plumbing to do - but I notice the radiator and exhausts from the kit have to be fitted in situ? A lot of cutting, filing, sanding and 'expletives deleted' to come I fear!!!

[Pen-Pusher]

Making progress on the fuselage and cockpit. Even at 1/72 there's quite a bit of scope for some detailing. Sadly I didn't realise the inside side panels could have done with some more work at the rear.

[Pen-Pusher]

Before adding some bulkhead detail a substantial 'plug' is needed to fill space usually covered by the complete nacelle. Having done this, you can start building some detail. Fortunately, there are plenty of references to this aircraft to copy from. The 'test' will be in scratch-building the supporting struts that attach the engine to the bulkhead....

[Bigkev]

Looking Good!
Nice to see this, I must get to the bench again soon.
Bigkev

[Pen-Pusher]

Slow wiring job but getting there...

[Pen-Pusher]

Never been happy with masking tape except when spraying, so now tend to brush my camo free-hand. quite pleased with progress on this... so far!

[Pen-Pusher]

You will recall my Spitfire Mk.1 with only one roundal on the upper wings. I thought this was peculiar to that squadron and aircraft but have now discovered this photo of Hurricane Mk.1 (L.1934) of No.3 Squadron in 1938.