Floats and Boats GB 2022, extended to end of 2023

Calling it done.  Very much like my 12 year old self build   lot's of issues.  But here she is (first pic for the front page please):

keavdog

Calling it done.  Very much like my 12 year old self build   lot's of issues.  But here she is (first pic for the front page please):

 

 

Harold

keavdog

Calling it done.  Very much like my 12 year old self build   lot's of issues.  But here she is (first pic for the front page please):

 

 

BK

That looks terrific BK. I like that color. 

Thank you, Brandon, and John, for your comments.

Sergeant

Thank you, Brandon, and John, for your comments.

While preparing to primer the hull this morning I ran into a problem. One of the hull windows popped out when I applied the Eduard mask. I had no way to re-glue it except through a hatch that I cut in the bottom of the tail section. Please see photographs below.

 

I ordered some 0.060" thick Evergreen polystyrene sheet to patch the hole. I will glue strips of polystyrene to the inside of the hull to act as glue tabs and fill the exterior seams of the patch with putty.

 

Notice how effective the black Dymo label stock worked to protect the hull while cutting the opening. Jack Geratic in Canada gave me that suggestion and it worked perfect. I created a line where I wanted the opening using a Tamiya engraving tool and then cut the 1.5mm thick plastic hull with a Dremel bit. It will be easy to patch and the Evergreen material is slightly thicker, so I can sand it flush to the bottom of the hull.

 

Harold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BK

BrandonK

Nice save and great suggestion. I always put those small windows in with Gorilla clear 5 min epoxy. They will never come out after that and it's perfectly clear. Keep it coming along.

I have made some progress over the past couple of weeks. First coat of primer went on this morning and as you can see the transition to the resin tail is good. I will give the primer 24-hours to dry before a light sanding with 3000-grit sanding sponge.

Harold

Harold, you have done a marvelous job with that tail. You can't tell any surgery was done.

BK

BrandonK

Harold, you have done a marvelous job with that tail. You can't tell any surgery was done.

BK

 

Awesome surgery results.  

The decals are on but they neglected to add the white background to the nose art.

Using a 10/0 brush and a VERY steady hand I filled in between the red outlines. I also added a Flory wash.

Man, that is looking really good. I should find one of those and add it to the stash.

BK

Thais BK. The weird shape grows on you 

Keavdog, super result with the H 19, for what sounded like a bit of work to get on top of.

Helo H34 the Seamaster looks fantastic - a great result especially considering everything I have heard about Mach 2 kits.

PJ, the Seamew scheme looks great, thanks for showing your mottling process. Looking forward to seeing this done.

I have now got into my kit, same company as the Seamew but looks a bit different. The Curtis Racer is the 1925 Schneider Cup winner, but I will be doing it as the Curtis Fighter from the anime Porco Rosso

Not many pieces, but plenty of fit issues to resolve.

lostagain

Keavdog, super result with the H 19, for what sounded like a bit of work to get on top of.

Helo H34 the Seamaster looks fantastic - a great result especially considering everything I have heard about Mach 2 kits.

PJ, the Seamew scheme looks great, thanks for showing your mottling process. Looking forward to seeing this done.

I have now got into my kit, same company as the Seamew but looks a bit different. The Curtis Racer is the 1925 Schneider Cup winner, but I will be doing it as the Curtis Fighter from the anime Porco Rosso

Not many pieces, but plenty of fit issues to resolve.

 

BK

Thanks lost. Hey your entry looks super cool.

Hey Brandon - put me down for another.  I'm doing this Rufe, a crossover with Gameras Japanese GB.  Kinda into floaty things lately

keavdog

Hey Brandon - put me down for another.  I'm doing this Rufe, a crossover with Gameras Japanese GB.  Kinda into floaty things lately

 

 

BK

After a 2 year hiatus I am almost done setting up the bench in its new spot. This is my favorite subject/GB. Some really nice builds going on here to give me inspiration.. I will dig in the stash let you know what I plan to build shortly. Glad to see Brandon still hosting and some other friendly faces around here! 

Jack

Glad to see you back on the forums Jack

Nice to have you back, Jack.

BK

My disc in my back went out again. It's been a few years since this happened. I'm off the bench for awhile. I can't hardly walk let alone go up and down stairs and sit at my bench. I have some new goodies for the Kingfisher and the two kits on my bench are nearing completion, so getting it rocking as soon as I can move. I'll keep up with the posts as best I can. Keep building.

BK

BrandonK

My disc in my back went out again. It's been a few years since this happened. I'm off the bench for awhile. I can't hardly walk let alone go up and down stairs and sit at my bench. I have some new goodies for the Kingfisher and the two kits on my bench are nearing completion, so getting it rocking as soon as I can move. I'll keep up with the posts as best I can. Keep building.

BK

 

OUCH! I have two degenerated discs in my lower back and know how that feels like. I know my limitations to avoid bad episodes. Wish you a speedy recovery.

I have two degenerated disc's as well. If you have lower back issues try the Serola belt. I am in no way affiliated with them but their product is the best thing i have found to immediately relieve pain and get me healed quickly naturally. It will get you more bench time I promise. 

I will pick a build by this weekend and am excited to get back on the bench! Its sad how much good stuff I have that has been sitting boxed up. 

Rest those backs fellas.

Jack

Oh man Brandon, that sucks!  I've had mysterious back pains that last a week or two, from time to time, and it makes putting my pants on an ordeal!  OK that was TMI.  Sorry.  But yeah, you really need that backbone system working to go about everyday stuff.

I gotta get back on my ekranoplan...

Keavdog that looks fantastic. You did a great job on it.

Thanks guys. This has been with me since I had a bad fall on the job about 30 years ago. I know what it's like and I dread when it returns. And yes, the pants are the worst, but socks are a close second. Feeling a tad better today, time for my back brace to come out and wear it a few days. I'll be back to normal in a week.

BK

Sorry you're having to deal with the gift that keeps on giving, Brandon.  I've had to deal with it from time to time after a plane crash I was in about 25 years ago that broke two vertebra in my lower back.  Not sure if you've tried this or not, but I have gotten relief by laying down on the floor in front of my couch and putting my legs up on the cushions where I would normally sit.  My doctor at the time recommended that.  It usually shortens the recovery time from those bad episodes.  In my case, pants were the second worst, with socks being the worst...can't stand in the middle of your socks and slowly wrestle them up while keeping your back straight like you can with pants.  OUCH!  

lurch

Keavdog that looks fantastic. You did a great job on it.

 

Thanks lurch.  That kit was made before I was born 

When was that the 1990's. HAHAHAHA. Dont answer that think I am older that you.HAHAHA

First released in 1955!

I was released in 64 :)