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  1. RGL
    Apparently so, the conversion apparently cost $300k so I expect that it wasn’t worth it. Im pretty happy with the Hull now, grunge and rust.
  2. RGL
    About all I’ll get done today, the cargo hold covers.
  3. RGL
    So the metal latticework I painted upside down because the flat bits on top will seat the flight deck, but it means the whole tiny needs a respray.
  4. RGL
    So lots of tape to pull off, but the superstructure and upper hull base coat done, needs filters, washes then weathering.
  5. RGL
    Pre shading infil overspray next will be filters
  6. RGL
    Masking time, I spent the day priming everything done so far, then giving the deck a dark grey and the tops of all the superstructures.
  7. RGL
    On the bench, no odours with acrylics.
  8. RGL
    Another overspray of grey then matte, I’m actually quite happy with it.
  9. RGL
    So another layer of green oil wash, still really shiny, will really attack it tomorrow. I’ll pulled off the masking tape to attack the boot strap as well. Oh, it’s too green?
  10. RGL
    I’ve evened up the sponge work and then a tan/grey overspray, then a green overspray. I need a bit more work yet.
  11. RGL
    Alge part 1, mr Surfacer 1000 patted on with sponge. I reckon if I let this dry then do a few more layers I’ll get there .
  12. RGL
    And a light coat of pink to represent faded red paint
  13. RGL
    Next step using some Matt raw sienna from Lifecolour (which just does not agree with my airbrush). now to fade it
  14. RGL
    Profile shot
  15. RGL
    No but the Tribal class also has really big props as well.
  16. RGL
    I only use CA really,
  17. RGL
    Just found this, great reference photo to show how big the propellers are, the positions of the depth charge racks and the smoke pots.
  18. RGL
    Boot strap done, base red coat, i intend to let this sit for a while (OK I’m back to work), then paint it up properly as a faded hull then take to grunging it up. I imagine as this ship in the South Pacific, and particularly the warm bath that is Darwin harbour her lower hull would be quite a mess.
  19. RGL
    Rattle can red primer!
  20. RGL
    I went straight to first class and got a Harder and Steenbeck then rang up @BANYAN who talked me through how to use it. I can’t imagine not using one now, but the tamiya primer mixed with lacquer thinner is just the best thing ever for PE.
  21. RGL
    Thanks but it’s pretty simple stuff, i won’t put people off, it’s quite easy so far. That’s not me being a smart ****, it goes together like any other plastic kit. I first timer Could do this .
  22. RGL
    So that’s the latticework done up for dryfit. Little bit warped but will glue down ok. no comparison to the plastic is there!
  23. RGL
    I think it’s amazing. You have to be an artist to do the CAD regardless so you can’t just print it either. . I think whilst it is an evolution of the hobby it does not change the skills required for the woodworking class or plastic kits. I’m really enjoying this build / Print!
  24. RGL
    Some one always has too much time on their hands
  25. RGL
    The Cv-1 upgrade has it (you can basically just use that set for the CV-3). The Eduard set covers off on some railings and the nets and stanchions for the flight deck with are so much better that the Trumpy stuff.

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