Weekend Madness GB: NOVEMBER 29-30th 2008

razordws wrote:

Matt, congradulations and awesome target.  I love it and have been tempted to try one of those 1/48 builds.

Well done!  I have a couple of those 1/48 target kits in my stash (don't tell the airplane guys!!!) and plan to build one soon. 

Roy- Sorry you weren't able to finish it today, but glad to hear you'll get it finished.  Not familiar with the Mauve V-2.  I saw one of those V-2's up close at the USAF Museum, a most impressive monster.

Smeagol- Looks like some first rate work!

Here's a teaser shot of the underside.  I'm going to go peel the masking off the canopy now. 

razordws wrote:

Smeagol, I look forward to seeing you finish it up.  This is a genre I am not familiar with so I would like to see more.

I'm definatly going to finish her up, but it wont be anytime soon.  These two weeks coming up are the week before, and finals week.  Papers due, performance tests, journals to turn in, finals.  All that nice stuff, I might get a bit done, but not alot (theres not much more, the majority of the time is fixing seams and waiting for paint to dry.  The problem with these kits is that they have ALOT of dependant parts.  Unlike a tank you cant work on the body, and the wheels, and the turret, and the gun for the turret, and the interior all at one time.  You have to do everything in the instruction order for the most part... so many dependant pieces.

Matt, again the StuG looks great

Scott, show us more

Steven W. look forward to seeing you Gundam finished.  Like Dave I know nothing about them.

Well here's where I'm at, the prop & spinner are just attached, still need to finish the prop.  Some last bit of sanding, mask the glass and paint.

And here are the final shots.  Whew!  Man, what a weekend, and what a fun GB!!! 

Here is my completed Weekend Madness project, an Eduard 1/35 Bf-108 Taifun "Weekend Edition".  This particular aircraft is a Bf 108 B-2 trop, Sonderkommando Blaich, Hun Airfield, Libya, January 1942.  The decals on the sides silvered a bit, which is not surprising since they got stuck to my fingers, the left one actually partially ripped off and was stuck to my thumb.  I'm just thankful I was able to get them back on reasonably intact! 

Now I'm off to spend some time with my extrememly patient wife and a few good beers are in order as well.  

I toast all of you!!  Great work guys! (and looking forward to the rest!) 

A+ quality! That looks like a really nice kit.

Josh

Nicely done Scott!  Colors look spot-on to me.

Roy- Looks like you have made excellent progress on yours!  Looking forward to seeing more.

First of all, I haven't looked at the www all day, so apologies in advance for not recognizing the builds that have gone before. I'll do that soonest.

Here is my Avia S-199 model, in 1/72 scale by AML.

A little background- the S-199 was the first combat fighter flown by Israel, from May to October 1948. It genesis is the Bf-109 but with a Junkers Jumo 211 engine and propeller from the Heinkel He 111 bomber, as the the DB 605s were no longer available. These were smuggled in from Czecho where they were bought under what otherwise was an arms embargo against the new state. There was heroic and moderate success, mostly because the Arab states at that time had been unopposed in the air. Outclassed by Egyptian Spitfires, they were replaced as quickly as possible with Spitfires, P-51s and other superior a/c as possible.

I'd like to think that this a/c, D108 was one flown by Lou Lenart, formerly of VMF-214 "Black Sheep", but I don't know. The first two kills for the IAF was scored in D107 against  REAF C-47 converted bombers, Modi Alon, on June 3, 1948.

This is a very nice kit, although a chore to put together. All the control surfaces are butt jointed and required pinning, the wings and the fuse were obviously from different kits and needed a lot of fitting. There is a very nice resin set in the kit with cannons and exhausts, as well as a sweet cockpit. The decals had a tendency to self adhere, but we worked out a deal.

Painting is anyones guess. The SOP for this model is to use RLM 02 on the exterior, and RLM 66 on the cockpit, but Israeli sources tied to their IAF museum now identify a more greenish exterior, and RLM 02 for all interiors, so I went with that. RAF Buff and Hemp were reccomended, but I thought Buff was too brown and could not find Hemp. I tried IJN Aircraft Grey which at first seemed a good match, but on the model was too blue. So I mixed IJN Grey and RAF Buff 75/25 and I'm really pleased with the results.

This is the most fun I've had modeling in I can't remember since when, thanks to all of you and to Dave for setting this up. It really took my mind off a bunch of stuff and I had a lot of fun.

Bill

Simon L wrote:

HI Guys   I'm back from Bendigo ) 2hrs drive ) , and madly trying to : Apply Decals Attach undercarriage and doors ( mostly now done ) Attach the flaps Paint those odd pesky black panels ( nose cone and a bit on the fin) Attach the drop tanks from hell Attach the pitot tube etc etc....  I've got four hours to go, and here's how she looks:

Summit wrote:

GA -Very nice,  I can relate with the decals. Next time you  have some that are in question spray them with a couple of coats of clear . Andrew - Fantastic , glad to see you were able to participate for being a busy weekend.  Hope it wasnt homework that consumed your time Alex , where's  Alex with that Spray Booth WIP he teased us with ?

There are a crowd of truly fine models here, Scott that -108 is one I've never seen before and it's a beaut, Jeff looks like we both had an eye with Scott for Meesers, that StuG, figure, oh it's been really great fun. I'll be like you guys all week and get caught up on reading the posts, but bravo team.

Now lets not forget that the second wave starts this Friday, and cheer them on!!

bondoman wrote:

Now lets not forget that the second wave starts this Friday, and cheer them on!!

As long as cheering involves little more than having a drink by the computer and waiting for progress postings!!!    I'm beat. 

Finished the Comet.  Here's the pics.  We'll chat in the morning.  I'm going to bed

razordws wrote:

bondoman wrote: Now lets not forget that the second wave starts this Friday, and cheer them on!! As long as cheering involves little more than having a drink by the computer and waiting for progress postings!!!    I'm beat.  Finished the Comet.  Here's the pics.  We'll chat in the morning.  I'm going to bed

Now would you please send my wife the flowers...

Hokay, here we go.  By popular demand, a WIP of a safe, large, and portable, spray booth & drying oven built in less than 48 hours start to finish and for less than $235.
(Artograph - $235+S/H, Badger - $305 + S/H Paasche - $285+S/H) 

START TIME: 1:34 PM Mountain Time, Sunday, November 30, 2008.

Materials and Specialty Tools: 
Malco sheet metal shears drill attachment $41.00
4' x 8' sheet of 28 gauge sheet metal $35.00
4-1/4" hole saw $35.00
power supply $20.00
fluorescent lights $17.00
grate $15.00
5 x 110 CFM electric brushless computer fans $15
butcher paper (12" x 1000') $15.00
12-1/2" square to 8" round reducer $5.50
8' aluminum flex duct $5.00
lots of rivets $3.00
8" to 6" reducer $3.00
weather stripping tape $3.00
lazy susan $3.00
furnace filter $2.50
assorted machine screws $2.50
6" to 4" reducer $2.00
assorted nuts $1.50
2' x 3/4" square aluminum tubing $1.50
caulk $1.00
rubber grommets $0.50
assorted leftover 2x4s and 4x4s (scrap wood) FREE

TOTAL: $227.00

Tools:
5 assorted c-clamps
tape measure
speed square
pop riveter
drill
basic drill bit set
sharpie permanent marker
large T-square
punch
hammer
hacksaw
2 steel 12" rulers
caulk gun

Plan:
Cut out flattened shape of spray booth.  Use hole saw to cut out fan holes.  Use clamps, rulers, and large T-square to fold into shape.  Use rivets to attach tabs and sides and to connect reducers.  Use Machine Screws to attach fans and reducer.  Cut 1" pieces of square tubing for filter to rest on.  Set grate on filter.  Set lazy susan on grate.  Use machine screws to mount length of tubing down the outside of the spray booth, for use as conduit.  Wire light and fans to power supply.

I will offload and add step by step pictures, as well as way more information tomorrow.  If you have any questions, please ask.

Cheers,
Alex

Scott, your 108 turned out great, outstanding

Bill, you did a bang up job on your bird.  Something about a 109 in those markings, very cool

Dave, thanks for hosting this  Your 163 looks great.  So when is the next one?  I hope to have mine completed today so I can say I finished a model this year  Again thanks go out to Dave I/we all had a blast this weekend

Matt - Spectacular Job on the Stug PS Did the "Postman" ever deliver your copy of FSM ?

Scott - I can not even begin on how well this turned out, If I did not know better you did the Box review for Eduard.. Even with a decal mishap that cant be seen   

Bill - Fantastic, and for you to have been on the road The color mix you did turned out Top ~Notch.  Glad to see you had as much fun as the rest of us..

Dave - The sled is perfect in every way. Thanks again for Hosting us Crazed Plastic Maniacs

Roy - Wow, you are almost there, Great work so far...

To all the above and previous praise.

I had to go to work last night and needed to catch up on some rest. Sorry I missed ya Nam! Frank is a real life saver and your Thunderbolt is gravy on the taters! Your seam work is steller! Shop lights and those twisted energy saver lights can effect the camera colors. Did that with my Halifax if I remember. Looked lighter in the pics.

Smeagle I know about Gundams! I always look inside for those Japanese School girls that pilot them! Turns me into a heavy arms Sandrock Custom it does.! You old fogeys need to get with the times! That Gundanium Armor is top notch stuff!

Sean that polish attacker looks peachy keen and razor finished the comet!

Roy!  i PROBABLY WANT TO SEE YOU AND nAM FINISH THESE BUILDS MORE THAN YOU GUYS DO!  I surely hold no fault or place any guilt on you as family is tops! This is meant to be enjoyed and Dave is a great host! Of course if you don't get er done then I will have to sick Frank on ya! He is a regular mob hitman! Beware as mean as they come! hE STABS HIMSELF REGULARLY JUST TO STAY IN PRACTICE!

Ummm Oh yeah Bondo! I think you got a star of David decal on upside down but other than that it looks perfect. A blue berry bagle with strawberry cream cheese! Makes me want to open the Yom Kipor brandy and rub a harry krisna's head! We need Matza ball soup now! Low sodium of course. I really like Reuben Sandwiches but always wondered if the swiss cheese on the corned be was really kosher! Too much to keep track of probably better stick with cheerleaders! They appreciate me!

espins ! I like how that turned out. It looks small even in 1/48 is it bigger than a 109? Looks to hold about 4?

Um Panzer Guys Ju-88 tank buster! Looks like a tank but so well done. That big gun on the nose should keep your rep intact! The paint scheme top notch!

I'm sleepy so I am missing things like the 151 and Wildcat. Both too cool and if I am missing someone I am sorry. A huge amount of info for my pea brain.

Bill- Outstanding little bird!  Great piece of history too.  Well done!

Dave- Your Komet is gorgeous!  I really want to add one to my collection, have a couple kits but never quite get to them.  This little gem is icing on the cake.

Thanks Dave for hosting this GB!  The administrative work alone should count as a build.  Running a GB tkaes a lot of admin work, can't imagine trying to keep up with a bunch of crazed speed builders.  Well done!

Hi Everyone! Whew! 's. Dave is probably still trying to catch his breath! Fabulous how you attempted a calming/encouraging presence throughout this whole party! Thank You Dave!

I appreciate everybody's indulgence with my starting and stopping all weekend. Very guilty feelings when with the family and my mind is on a P-47 and the Forums!

Not much going on at work today.....I'm on hold with a supply house checking on some furnace/boiler prices for the Boss. A little more computer work after this and I'm free until about 4 pm when I see my sister off! (More family stuff!)

I DID manage to scan Alex' paint booth post......and since sheet metal is right up my alley.....I know just what he was facing! Nice! Want to hear more, and I have some questions!

Hopefully I can call my P-47 completed by tonight and open an extra browser window in order to address all the great building and fun that's been going on here!

I regret to inform that this weekend didn't pan out for me...going to attempt either a mid-week 48 hour stab, or next weekend if I have to. Currently checking the schedule to see what should work the best.

With my crap dialup, I haven't had the opportunity to check out all of your guys' builds -  hope to get into town a bit later to poach some real internet, would love to check out what you managed to crank out!

Thanks guys.  Ya, the Bf108 was pretty impressive for its day, the success of which led to the Bf 109.  The Bf 108 was designed as a private "sports" aircraft and could seat up to 4 including the pilot.  The one I built has half of the back seat removed and two extra auxiliary fuel tanks in its place for longer range and more flying time. 

Hey all you plastic God's! Youve produced the goods with skill and honour. Im humbled by your talents. Right thats enough B#m licking. Hopefully youll say nice things about mine. My build starts tomorrow morning at 9.30 sharp. Ive just got the finishing touches to do to my SM 79, then the bench is clear. Ill put a photo up of the 109 with the plastic intact.

...Guy

GA.modelmaker wrote:

got one question for the group. what is the japanese version of the me163 called ?

The Mitsubishi J8M1 Shusui.

Thanks guys for all your kind comments on the Comet and on the GB.  I had a great time and it was just what I needed to get my mind off the stress at work.  As for the next 48 hour blitz keep your eyes open for Mark's GB in the new year. 

If I've missed anything on page one please let me know and I will make the correction.

So far we have 15 completed entries (16 if you include Aaron's double whammy) with several more still in progress and even more lined up for later this week.  It's been a great turn out and I'm glad you all had fun.  I for one will enjoy sitting back next week and heckling while the rest sweat it out!

Dupes, glad to see your still with us.

As for the Comet this is the third Me 163 in my collection (4 if you include the Huma Me 263) and I certainly plan to do more including the Shusui and the Russian version.