Uutisvirta

Ben M
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Nathan Dempsey
Welcome Ben!

Work has started. Drilled holes in the lower wing for hardpoints and centerline fuel tank. Cockpit is nearly complete with photos soon since it will be nearly invisible once installed.

Nathan Dempsey
Added a shot of last night's work. The cockpit was installed and I'm ready to join the fuselage halves. The wheel well construction was also completed along with some paint work there.

James C
Off to a great start 👀 👍

Thomas Bischoff
I'm in - have Hobbyboss Bearcat waiting to be built.

Robert Podkoński
Watching with pleasure 🙂

Nathan Dempsey
Thanks James, Thomas & Robert!

Assembly continues with no issues at all.

Villiers de Vos
Coming along nicely.

Nathan Dempsey
Thanks Villiers!
Well I had to go and say "no issues at all" out loud… Funny that the cowling fit perfectly during dry fitting but once glue was applied a bit of sanding was needed to make it fit right. Also I painted the inside of the cowl Yellow Zinc Chromate even though the instructions barely mention anything other than the cowl and prop magically there on the last step.

Guy Rump
Looking good, following. 👍

Nathan Dempsey
Thanks Guy! Welcome aboard 🙂

Major assembly is complete. Time for painting to begin.

Nathan Dempsey
Spent most of the morning sealing up the wheel wells and cockpit with tissue paper in preparation for primer and the initial color: AK Xtreme Aluminum.

Ben M
You could have just started with the Hawk plated kit 😂 I'm thinking of trying chipping fluid on the prop but I will need to prime at least under the yellow tips.

Nathan Dempsey
That certainly would have cut a step out! I'm going to use the old hairspray method since I don't want to wait a week for chipping fluid.

Nathan Dempsey
Aluminum applied today. A little splotchy but luckily it's just an undercoat for chipping.

Nathan Dempsey
Much painting last night and today: I applied the hair-spray then the Dark Sea Blue & now the chipping begins.

Mr D
Very nice 👍 yes they had thin paint and lots of wear n tear during use.
Coming along well.

Villiers de Vos
Very nice chipping effects.

Mark Sherwood
I concur with Villers. Looks well beaten up. 🤘🥸👍

Lex Jassies
Photo 3: that's not cheating....that's making the most of your model 😉. Nice progress by the way 👍

Nathan Dempsey
Thanks mates for your kind comments! All work has halted due to hurricane preparations.

Mr James
Extreme wear indeed. Maybe they didnt use etching primer back in the black and white days 🙂. You've done an excellent job of it. If this effect can be achieved with the old trusted hairspray method, why would one buy the chipping fluid. Maybe there are advantages I'm unaware of.

Mr D
Not a bad little kit, looks quite robust and not to complicated. The cockpit was definitely worth getting, was it easy to find ??
Looking good 👍👍👍

Nathan Dempsey
Mr James: The hairspray has an added bonus in that one can will last for MANY projects.

Mr D: The kit is available under the Academy boxing I believe. As for the cockpit I believe it is still easy enough to find online.

Nathan Dempsey
Today I added the landing gear and the drop tank. The drop tank is not seen much in my photos, but I thought it looked nice. Decals are also done, so now it comes down to more weathering and exhaust stains.

Nathan Dempsey
Added a shot of the continuing weathering. Today I added the radio antenna wire. The last step is painting and weathering the bombs.

Nathan Dempsey
Calling this one complete. Final photos added.

Thomas Bischoff
well worn, well weatherd, well done 👍

John
Love the wear-n-tear, nice job Nathan!

Mr D
Great job,👌
Nice model, and realistically battle worn.
Well done... come out nice 👍👍

Villiers de Vos
Very nicely done.

Robert Podkoński
Fantastic job, Nathan! Looks great!

Neuling
Very well done! 👍

Guy Rump
Great job! 👍

Marcel Klemmer
Very nice job 👍

Mark Sherwood
Top notch. 🤘🥸🤟

J35J
Excellent!👍🏻

Nathan Dempsey
Thank you mates for all the kind comments! I'm motivated for the next project.

Dutch
Nathan, beuatiful work on this iconic aircraft. I love the weathering and paint chipping / fading. Truly authentic. Well done sir! Can't wait to see what's next.

Neuling
Excellent work. A typical "Korompilis"

Moreno Baruffini
I totally agree with Neuling!

Felix
Poli orea! Very beautiful.

Ben M
What a beauty. Your builds always inspire.

The curtains are a nice touch.

Doubtingmango
Watching

Mr D
Thanks, Appreciate the interest, lm reality new to the hobby about 14 months, finding my way with techniques.
Weathering n panel lines need more learning.
The IAR-80 was decent price from HB and liked the paint scheme...bit different
👍👍

J35J
I'm in!

Mr D
Thanks J35.
Nice to have the interest, HB instructions bit weak!
They said to paint interior charcoal black like on the FW-190.
But l checked n the Romanian lAR interior was grey/blue.
Engine building next 6 parts deal.
Cheers 😃👍

Miguel Vaquero
Looking good mate. Following!!

Mr D
Good to have you along Miguel, engine n wings next,
A small amount of the wing is seen through bottom of cockpit, the HB instructions didn't mention painting it first!!
But the fit of the model be ok so far.
👍👍

Robert Podkoński
Joining the party!

Mr D
Thanks Robert, good to have you on board 👋😀👍

Miguel Vaquero
Love the idea of filling with acrylic, never thought about it. Does it hold well though time?

Mr D
Hi, Yes lve used it alot and holds up really well , l find the fillers a bit messy and more trouble than it's worth on small gaps.
You do need to allow overnight drying with it for best sanding results.
😀👍

Doubtingmango
Brilliant! The putty really can create a mess with finely molded details

NLAWScametovisit
This is extremely clever!!!

Mr D
Yes it has a habit of filling in panel lines n bits not necessary!!
This technique is same as using alot of paint to fill a gap or high build primer ect...just becomes part of the paint layer as it acrylic too.
But it's not for big gaps!! As there is a bit of shrinking overnight.
Be onto marking rivets next step after sanding... Then need to make choices on open or closed canopy???

Kesa Tiho
If anyone dare look away from that then every romanian within a 20 km radius will undo all your progress like a bunch of wolves eating a sheep

Landlubber Mike
Looking really good Mr D!

Mr D
Thanks Mike 👋😀👍.
Ive got the canopy on now, HB do nice clear glass, so I'm having a closed cockpit,
So bit of masking to do there next.
Ive got X2 builds on the go at min.
All the best 👍👍

Miguel Vaquero
I got to get myself a chrome pen. The result on those details look awesome

Mr D
Thanks Miguel, the pen needs a good shake prior to use , if it awkward area you can pump some out n use brush...but work fast.
Best to put a clear over next day as it's bit delicate.

Alexander Perov
Do not forget that the mast of the antenna passes through the windshield and is very clearly visible. This model may come in handy in my albums

Mr D
Ok thanks Alexander, HB didnt make the Mast installation very clear, the show it just glued on the top, will be very weak!! I've seen one build and it's come away!!
I'm going to use steel rod.
👍👍

Guy Rump
Following with interest! 👍

Mr D
Thanks Guy.... good to have you around 😃👍

Miguel Vaquero
Looking amazing. That camo Is on point 👌👌

Mr D
Thanks Miguel 👍 the office-tak used to mask.
Will try panel lines n wash for first time on this one
😁👍👍

gorby
Looking excellent so far!

Mr D
Thanks Gorby 😁👍 Appreciate it.
Got the Flat Clear on now....look at some chipping next.

Mr D
Cheers Garry V👍👍

Trez
Smart kit, like the bubble canopy and cockpit is a little different. Assume they based this craft on the Fw190…

Mr D
Hi Trez 👋
Yes they were heavily influenced by German technology, the Germans wanted them to help support on the eastern front and protect the oilfields there.
It's a nice looking Aircraft, l liked the colour scheme and thought it be nice change n addition to my collection.
Canopy a nice easy mask.
😃👍

Zbynek Honzik
I must say, this project of yours is turning out very nicely, Mr D! I'm enjoying watching it! 👍🙋🏼‍♂️

Mr D
Thanks Zbynek😁👍
Great to have your interests, nearly there now, l can get started on the paint on my Beriev Be-6 soon.
👋👍

Mr D
Cheers Jose👋👍

Miguel Vaquero
It's turning out a beauty!!

Mr D
Hi Miguel 👋, thanks 👍
Just Antenna work n few little bits to finish.
Waiting for some 0.1mm stainless wire.