Bismarck 1/350 Revell + Pontos kit

[Pantherman]

Got a reply from Revell and they are sending the 1/2 hulls and damaged part (F50). Poor quality kit but great service!
And no reply from Pontos..

And chimney funnel (thanks Chris) with putty at an acceptable level. Next: start installing all PE parts on it (you can see some on the background)

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Good news re revell. The chimney, funnel, smokey thing looks like fun. Pantherman

 

[GCB]

Thanks! I assume you have an even more complex "exhaust" to build

 

[Pantherman]

Thanks! I assume you have an even more complex "exhaust" to build

This is my version of the big sticky up thing in the middle of the boat....
PM

 

[GCB]

Yep, more pieces than on mine!

 

[Ron2]

Interesting to me that after so many years, manufacturers haven't found a way to improve assembly at the hull/ seam line along the keel, other than to offer a uni-hull...
Though it is true of the other model types as well; IMHO, meaning that mastering any one type of model is about overcoming the failings of the kit engineering as much as it is about understanding the intricacies of a particular type of craft/vehicle.

Probably a combination of cost vs what we are willing to accept as far as fit and finish.

 

[Ron2]

This is my version of the big sticky up thing in the middle of the boat....
PM
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That's just an exhaust???

 

[BOATMAN]

That's just an exhaust???

WELL YES IT IS but its called a funnell
chrisb

 

[Pantherman]

That's just an exhaust???

Yeah, pontos tried to break the record for the amount of PE and brass parts on one piece of plastic........ great fun. Pantherman

 

[Ron2]

Yeah, pontos tried to break the record for the amount of PE and brass parts on one piece of plastic........ great fun. Pantherman

We have different definitions of "fun"!

 

[GCB]

Keeping working on the funnel and adding PE parts. Still facing issues to not make a mess with CA glue!

And with the ladders

 

[GCB]

And the cap on top... Thought it would be more difficult to install those tiny pieces. Will see how it looks when painted.
I was supposed to remove the inside plastic and replace with PE parts but pass on this one. When the inside will be painted black, it should be fine.

 

[BOATMAN]

WOW GCB wish i could do the p/e like you have done as i gather you have a very steady hand an love the p/e work very well done an yes should look great when sprayed brilliant work
ATB SIR chrisb

 

[GCB]

Thanks Chris!

 

[Pantherman]

And the cap on top... Thought it would be more difficult to install those tiny pieces. Will see how it looks when painted.
I was supposed to remove the inside plastic and replace with PE parts but pass on this one. When the inside will be painted black, it should be fine.

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On the 1/200 I have to chop out everything and remake the lot in very very fine PE. Looking forward to that. PM

 

[GCB]

And the chimney exhaust funnel is completed, except the projectors.

 

[GCB]

While the hull was being painted and base color done.
Remaining the "overpainted" chevrons and bow/stern.

 

[GCB]

I was also looking at the wave breaker provided by Pontos, and this is becoming madness.
Need to glue all stiffeners and some (#609) are so tiny (see second pic with the pencil as scale) that I don't see how I could glue them, even pick them up. Ideas?

 

[Ron2]

And the chimney exhaust funnel is completed, except the projectors.

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That is really cool!

 

[Pantherman]

I was also looking at the wave breaker provided by Pontos, and this is becoming madness.
Need to glue all stiffeners and some (#609) are so tiny (see second pic with the pencil as scale) that I don't see how I could glue them, even pick them up. Ideas?


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That is definitely going to be a challenge. Very fine pin tweezers and tiny spot of loctite 60 glue would be my approach. Pantherman

 

[Ron2]

While the hull was being painted and base color done.
Remaining the "overpainted" chevrons and

I was also looking at the wave breaker provided by Pontos, and this is becoming madness.
Need to glue all stiffeners and some (#609) are so tiny (see second pic with the pencil as scale) that I don't see how I could glue them, even pick them up. Ideas?


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the build is coming together quite nicely! Those tiny PE parts would drive me mad! I've no idea how to glue those without getting all sloppy- I have a hard enough time with big parts!

 

[Ron2]

That is definitely going to be a challenge. Very fine pin tweezers and tiny spot of loctite 60 glue would be my approach. Pantherman

Loctite 60? I'll have to look into that.

 

[Pantherman]

Loctite 60? I'll have to look into that.

It just gives you that little bit of wiggle time before it sets. You can also use a fibreglass pencil to remove any overspill before it sets completely. Pantherman

 

[Ron2]

Fiberglass pencil? What is this?? So is loctite 60 what you're using for your PE? Does it work with accelerator? I feel like my next skill to overcome is not being so damn sloppy with glue and I'm having a difficult time finding products that I can use to this end.

 

[Ron2]

Loctite 60? I'll have to look

Fiberglass pencil? What is this?? So is loctite 60 what you're using for your PE? Does it work with accelerator? I feel like my next skill to overcome is not being so damn sloppy with glue and I'm having a difficult time finding products that I can use to this end.

Also, what is the glue called that needs a uv light to set? That seems like it would be helpful. Thanks.

 

[Pantherman]

Fiberglass pencil? What is this?? So is loctite 60 what you're using for your PE? Does it work with accelerator? I feel like my next skill to overcome is not being so damn sloppy with glue and I'm having a difficult time finding products that I can use to this end.

The fiber glass pen is like a mini stiff brush, great for removing excess glue. Photos attached. PM

 

[Pantherman]

The fiber glass pen is like a mini stiff brush, great for removing excess glue. Photos attached. PM
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I use the loctite 60 to tack PE then when it's set I run a drop of super thin CA to totally secure the part.

Alot of messing about but it definitely reduces the unsightly glue. Pantherman

 

[Pantherman]

I use the loctite 60 to tack PE then when it's set I run a drop of super thin CA to totally secure the part.

Alot of messing about but it definitely reduces the unsightly glue. Pantherman

Here is my CA glue collection and most essential being the debonder for my fingers...... Pantherman

 

[Ron2]

Here is my CA glue collection and most essential being the debonder for my fingers...... Pantherman
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Thanks for posting! How do you keep the glues from drying in the applicator tips? I've tried tapping the bottles when I'm done just curious if you have any tips.

 

[Pantherman]

Thanks for posting! How do you keep the glues from drying in the applicator tips? I've tried tapping the bottles when I'm done just curious if you have any tips.

I unscrew the cap a few hours after using it. I fit flexible syringe tops to the tube / pot and dispose of it after use. You can get 100 on amazon for around £7. Pantherman

 

[blakeh1]

Quality work fixing the kits flaws and with the photo-etch as well

It might be frustrating, but the end results are amazing