Cave_Dweller
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Re: Airfix HC3 Merlin
Thanks guys! I've got some base coats on the ramp now and it should be quick to finish. Another element to complete are these modular .50cal stations that go inside, one on the ramp and one on the starboard side. I will do them separately and then install them with tweezers as a final touch.
I suppose the REAL challenge will be assembling the exterior fuselage, which is 4 main parts plus the engine assemblage on top and lots of miscellaneous bits and details. Three engines on this beast, I can only imagine how complex of a machine this thing is IRL. Maybe the ultimate helicopter? I dunno, I've always wanted a Hind too.
Gotta mask off all the windows and interior to fully seal the joints and primer it and paint it. Maybe best to primer parts individually with a rattle can, then spot primer over the joints with airbrush after everything is sanded down.
Still not quite sure on the next phase. Definitely need to read the instructions verrrrry carefully with this guy. I will definitely post some pics of each step.
Now its time for more Mass Effect, been playing the entire series, onto the 2nd game now!
Thanks guys! I've got some base coats on the ramp now and it should be quick to finish. Another element to complete are these modular .50cal stations that go inside, one on the ramp and one on the starboard side. I will do them separately and then install them with tweezers as a final touch.
I suppose the REAL challenge will be assembling the exterior fuselage, which is 4 main parts plus the engine assemblage on top and lots of miscellaneous bits and details. Three engines on this beast, I can only imagine how complex of a machine this thing is IRL. Maybe the ultimate helicopter? I dunno, I've always wanted a Hind too.
Gotta mask off all the windows and interior to fully seal the joints and primer it and paint it. Maybe best to primer parts individually with a rattle can, then spot primer over the joints with airbrush after everything is sanded down.
Still not quite sure on the next phase. Definitely need to read the instructions verrrrry carefully with this guy. I will definitely post some pics of each step.
Now its time for more Mass Effect, been playing the entire series, onto the 2nd game now!