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Jakko dodał nowy album.
19 7 June, 15:08
bossy122Yeah, this probably isn't the kit you want to start your F1 collection with, it's really bad. I don't know if you've gotten to the gearbox or worse still; the exhausts, but none of it lines up properly. Those early Tamiya kits were BAD compared to the later kits. From about the BT 46 going on is when the quality improved. M23, JS11, Lotus 78, 312T, Wolf and this P34 were all more glorified toys than models.
9 June, 16:48
Jakko TBH, the only reason I bought it is because I've always liked the oddball appearance of the P.34. Luckily, I'm not planning on starting an F1 model collection at all, so not a problem there at least 🙂 I very quickly noticed the kit is showing its age, and it seems to have also been available in a motorised version (see the battery compartment in the floor plate) so I guess that also contributes to it being less than stellar …
As for the gearbox, I did get to that already, but it's still loose from the engine — that's why I need the glue clamp to hold things in position to fit the exhausts. Those are easily the worst part of the kit I've encountered so far. Fiddly to clean up because of the bends and the stupid metallic-coloured plastic, they're hard to fit even with the rear exhaust pipes temporarily in place, and the fourth pipe pushes everything out of line even when the glue has dried on the other three …
9 June, 17:30
Jakko If I had known that a year and a half ago (and seen it at the model show I bought this kit at on a whim 🙂 ) I would have gone for that one … as it is, this one is going to get finished! 🙂
9 June, 20:11
bossy122Ooh. Just realizing this is the Japanese GP. That PE rear wing support wasn't fun for me but maybe your armour building skills will help with that. I got one picture of my completed project, went to move it and the whole thing crumnled on me. I had to go back and change to the #4 Depallier car. Be sure to watch the markings in the instructions as I believe each car had different Japanese text on it.
9 June, 21:34
Jakko There's a sizeable sheet of etched parts, but they're all pretty large compared to what you get in typical aftermarket AFV sets, so it didn't phase me, no 🙂 I've put together the vertical sides by now, which was slightly tricky but not too bad. The exhaust pipes were worse, but I haven't got to the "cage" that holds up the rear wing yet, that might change my mind 😉 Still, being a Serious Armour Modeller™, I own a folding tool, which will probably make it easier to put those parts together.
The Japanese text in the markings is transliterations of the various names from Latin letters to their corresponding katakana, so yes, I do need to be careful to put the right ones on 🙂
10 June, 09:01
Jakko Thanks 🙂 Still, the further I get with this kit, the more I agree with @bossy122 that this was probably not the best kit to pick for my first F1 car in 35+ years, and the second ever in my life (I built the Surtees TS 16/03 (Matchbox PK-305, 1:32) when I was young, that's it 🙂)
16 June, 20:26
bossy122Don't feel bad, i've been building F1s for 20 some odd years - including 2 Tamiya P34s - and had my ass handed to me TWICE last year trying to complete ONE P34.
When I saw your completed rear wing PE thing, I recalled that a big problem I had was getting that contraption mounted to the gearbox/rear end/ what have you.
16 June, 23:32
Jakko Oh, I don't feel bad about it — though I kind of wish this one was done already so I can start on that Sherman BARV I've been wanting to build 😉
As for the rear wing, I test-fitted it when the glue on it was dry and it seemed to go on easily enough. However, I'm hazy at the moment on how it's supposed to STAY on …
17 June, 08:38
bossy122Yeah, that was the problem. Like I mentioned before; I went to move mine and it all crumbled.
17 June, 16:40
Jakko I guess I'll take that hurdle when I get to it 😉 For now I'm making good progress, having just painted the body etc. blue so the end is starting to get into view …
17 June, 17:37
Jakko Is it?
/me checks instructions
Damn, you're right … I didn't pay enough attention to the instructions, and kind of assumed that the curved part would be at the front. I think I should be able to pry it off and fit it the other way around. Thanks for pointing it out 🙂
3 July, 09:00
bossy122That's okay. I have a Lotus 97 with rain tyres, one of which has the tread going the wrong direction.....and I cannot get that wheel off without fear of destroying the suspension arms. And hey! If you want to, Jody needs a head rest cushion on his headrest mount. Those Tamiya goofs made one for the 1977 P34 kit, but not previous ones.....go figure.
4 July, 04:31
a6a80871Does anyone know the function of the three rows of buttons is (at the back of the cockpit tub) on the 1/48 Tamiya model is? Just curious...I'm building it now and the instructions to mention it other than suggested colours for painting.
1 July, 19:33
a6a80871Thanks! My bad! It is the Tamiya model of the F-35B (Item 61125). I think spell cheque mangled my second sentence (above) but there are three rows of what appear to be buttons or switches....I just curious about their functions? 😎
2 July, 21:36
gorbyDon't know if this will help or how accurate it is. It's a user manual for a F-35 flight simulator. Cockpit info starts about 1/3 the way though (Note to Microsoft, page numbers would have been useful 😄 ):
orbx-user-guides.sto..ser-guide-76797d.pdf
3 July, 06:48
a6a80871OK thanks!!! When ever I'm appalled by terrible things some people get into, I'm always amazed and stunned by all the wonderful things that people do. What a nice thing. I'll read it and let you know if I find the answer🥇
4 July, 04:16
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Tornado IDS German version interior 3D decal (small version) (with 3D-printed resin parts) for Revell kit
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PatrikGdodał nowy album.
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Wingsy Bf109E
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One of the best kits I've ever built
Projekt: Wingsy Bf 109E-7 "Emil"
28 29 June, 19:21
Archie Pellagiochciałby nabyć ten przedmiot
F-CK-1 C “Ching-kuo” Single Seat Fighter 2in1 Ver Limited Ed
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Desert Marlindodał nowy album.
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Israeli P-51D D-191 (2302)
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I'm starting to Like It!
Projekt: P-51D Israeli D-191 (2302)
33 14 April, 21:47
Desert MarlinWell, the polycap that is supposed to link/sync the left and right elevators fell out during the process of joining the fuselage halves. So I had to saw out the little housing that was supposed to hold the polycap in place and set it manually. Looks like I have one "unforced error" so far...
26 April, 22:57
RandoThat Merlin is looking great. Looks like it came with the kit? Must be a lot easier than old resin, lol
27 April, 00:09
Desert MarlinIt's close to time to add the canopy and mask for paint. Lots of weathering yet to go. And the gun bays are looking a bit bland. Needs some additional paint and wiring.
1 May, 06:15
Desert MarlinTime to close up the cockpit and prep for paint. Going to be one of those traditional natural metal schemes with lots of wear and tear...
3 May, 05:06
RandoYep agreed Ky, my next P-51 will definitely be a Tamiya. How did detailing the gun bays go Marlin?
3 May, 14:37
Desert MarlinStill working on them. The fit has had only one issue that was even close to being worth mentioning. The right wing gun port on the leading edge did not fit perfectly. So I have had to do a little filling on the undersurface. The underwing scoop was almost an issue but seems to have settled into place. WARNING: one must fit the AILERONS BEFORE THE FLAPS. Otherwise the photo etched hinge does not get locked into place by the steel shaft from the outboard end of the flap. Missed this so it was unforced error #2...
3 May, 20:53
Desert MarlinOkay, after looking at some of the real aircraft, I am not sure there is any detail needed except to weather the bay and guns. I was expecting some electrical or other pipes/wiring, but alas, there does not appear to be any...
3 May, 21:41
Desert MarlinI'm back! So the masks provided are intended to be applied to the outside surface. However, it's really hard to mask the interior surface, so I cut the masks and applied them to the inside of the glass and then used Scotch tape for the outside. Leaving the interior a little "over masked, the black primer added to the outside with the flat black interior will create a nice effect overall.
2 June, 23:44
Desert MarlinBack at it! Prop is done, not yet weathered. Needs some scuffing along the leading edges.
1 July, 04:14
Tony Trembath-Drakezaznaczył ten element jako zamówiony
High definition airbrush masks
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Tony Trembath-Drakezaznaczył ten element jako zamówiony
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