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Awesome work! I have the urge to do another big build this winter; Bismarck with all the aftermarket goodies is lurking in my stash and is one of the candidates. Looking through this thread makes it even more tempting.     

Awesome work! I have the urge to do another big build this winter; Bismarck with all the aftermarket goodies is lurking in my stash and is one of the candidates. Looking through this thread makes it even more tempting.     

Awesome work! I have the urge to do another big build this winter; Bismarck with all the aftermarket goodies is lurking in my stash and is one of the candidates. Looking through this thread makes it even more tempting.     

Awesome work! I have the urge to do another big build this winter; Bismarck with all the aftermarket goodies is lurking in my stash and is one of the candidates. Looking through this thread makes it even more tempting.     

Awesome work! I have the urge to do another big build this winter; Bismarck with all the aftermarket goodies is lurking in my stash and is one of the candidates. Looking through this thread makes it even more tempting.     

Just went through the thread for the first time... just WOW! 
 
Inspirational stuff, and making Jason's everywhere look good! 

Just went through the thread for the first time... just WOW! 
 
Inspirational stuff, and making Jason's everywhere look good! 

Just went through the thread for the first time... just WOW! 
 
Inspirational stuff, and making Jason's everywhere look good! 

It's a great kit, brings back memories for me as I built 2 of them as a teenager. Someday I'd like to go "all out" on one, especially now that you can get photoetch details and 1 piece wooden decks for that kit.

It's a great kit, brings back memories for me as I built 2 of them as a teenager. Someday I'd like to go "all out" on one, especially now that you can get photoetch details and 1 piece wooden decks for that kit.

I'm assuming this would be your first foray into superdetailing sets for big kits? if so, man are you picking a scary ambitious place to start!
 
Anyway, here's how I approach these things:
 
1st, build assemblies in manageable sections... clean up superstructure parts, scrape off detail/parts that are getting replaced with PE and assemble/erase seams. Next prime and install PE that can't be cleanly added after painting (for example, guns, floater net baskets, railings and tiny deck details are best assembled/painted separately  and added last), then paint with final color. After that, install decks (they go on just like stickers, you just have to be careful to align them properly as you only get 1 shot at it) and then add the little stuff.
 
Then move on to the next section and repeat the process again.
 
My Iowa (the log Kevin mentioned) is in limbo but I'm currently working on a 1/200 Nelson  + Pontos over on Model Warships which will give you a good idea of what you'd be getting yourself into: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=160389
 
In my opinion the Pontos stuff is definitely worth it as it REALLY takes the kit to a whole new level of awesomeness.
 
Be forewarned though... the 1/200 Iowa/Missouri is not for the faint of heart as-is and the Pontos stuff will easily double the length and intensity of your build. Pontos is also known for having difficult to interpret instructions that are riddled with errors... it won't be a "paint by numbers" project and will require plenty of research, planning and forethought to pull off well. The total amount of work will run into the hundreds of hours and it will be a LONG term project, so plan on that too.

well I actually feel i am getting somewhere with the build, although not checked i quess that I have spent more time on her this year so far than the whole of 2015
the bow now seams to be looking tidier and so far i am happy with it, but with limited build space, it is a bit of a handful
tomorrow i hope to lave the main stay and preventer stay
 
 

Been working away in galleries this week. Decided to do some modifications. Tight fit.
 

It's taken me how many years to get to this point? Decided to pre-line the inner bulwarks before mounting. Seems to be working okay. Way easier cutting and finishing than when installed.
 
 

I'm assuming this would be your first foray into superdetailing sets for big kits? if so, man are you picking a scary ambitious place to start!
 
Anyway, here's how I approach these things:
 
1st, build assemblies in manageable sections... clean up superstructure parts, scrape off detail/parts that are getting replaced with PE and assemble/erase seams. Next prime and install PE that can't be cleanly added after painting (for example, guns, floater net baskets, railings and tiny deck details are best assembled/painted separately  and added last), then paint with final color. After that, install decks (they go on just like stickers, you just have to be careful to align them properly as you only get 1 shot at it) and then add the little stuff.
 
Then move on to the next section and repeat the process again.
 
My Iowa (the log Kevin mentioned) is in limbo but I'm currently working on a 1/200 Nelson  + Pontos over on Model Warships which will give you a good idea of what you'd be getting yourself into: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=160389
 
In my opinion the Pontos stuff is definitely worth it as it REALLY takes the kit to a whole new level of awesomeness.
 
Be forewarned though... the 1/200 Iowa/Missouri is not for the faint of heart as-is and the Pontos stuff will easily double the length and intensity of your build. Pontos is also known for having difficult to interpret instructions that are riddled with errors... it won't be a "paint by numbers" project and will require plenty of research, planning and forethought to pull off well. The total amount of work will run into the hundreds of hours and it will be a LONG term project, so plan on that too.

I'm assuming this would be your first foray into superdetailing sets for big kits? if so, man are you picking a scary ambitious place to start!
 
Anyway, here's how I approach these things:
 
1st, build assemblies in manageable sections... clean up superstructure parts, scrape off detail/parts that are getting replaced with PE and assemble/erase seams. Next prime and install PE that can't be cleanly added after painting (for example, guns, floater net baskets, railings and tiny deck details are best assembled/painted separately  and added last), then paint with final color. After that, install decks (they go on just like stickers, you just have to be careful to align them properly as you only get 1 shot at it) and then add the little stuff.
 
Then move on to the next section and repeat the process again.
 
My Iowa (the log Kevin mentioned) is in limbo but I'm currently working on a 1/200 Nelson  + Pontos over on Model Warships which will give you a good idea of what you'd be getting yourself into: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=160389
 
In my opinion the Pontos stuff is definitely worth it as it REALLY takes the kit to a whole new level of awesomeness.
 
Be forewarned though... the 1/200 Iowa/Missouri is not for the faint of heart as-is and the Pontos stuff will easily double the length and intensity of your build. Pontos is also known for having difficult to interpret instructions that are riddled with errors... it won't be a "paint by numbers" project and will require plenty of research, planning and forethought to pull off well. The total amount of work will run into the hundreds of hours and it will be a LONG term project, so plan on that too.

I'm assuming this would be your first foray into superdetailing sets for big kits? if so, man are you picking a scary ambitious place to start!
 
Anyway, here's how I approach these things:
 
1st, build assemblies in manageable sections... clean up superstructure parts, scrape off detail/parts that are getting replaced with PE and assemble/erase seams. Next prime and install PE that can't be cleanly added after painting (for example, guns, floater net baskets, railings and tiny deck details are best assembled/painted separately  and added last), then paint with final color. After that, install decks (they go on just like stickers, you just have to be careful to align them properly as you only get 1 shot at it) and then add the little stuff.
 
Then move on to the next section and repeat the process again.
 
My Iowa (the log Kevin mentioned) is in limbo but I'm currently working on a 1/200 Nelson  + Pontos over on Model Warships which will give you a good idea of what you'd be getting yourself into: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=160389
 
In my opinion the Pontos stuff is definitely worth it as it REALLY takes the kit to a whole new level of awesomeness.
 
Be forewarned though... the 1/200 Iowa/Missouri is not for the faint of heart as-is and the Pontos stuff will easily double the length and intensity of your build. Pontos is also known for having difficult to interpret instructions that are riddled with errors... it won't be a "paint by numbers" project and will require plenty of research, planning and forethought to pull off well. The total amount of work will run into the hundreds of hours and it will be a LONG term project, so plan on that too.

Here's some info on the wooden deck: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=152919
 
I cannot find the PE I mentioned back then, it was a cottage company but I can't remember which and I don't know if it's still available. Plenty of the HMS Victory PE could be adapted for use though, as mentioned.

I'm assuming this would be your first foray into superdetailing sets for big kits? if so, man are you picking a scary ambitious place to start!
 
Anyway, here's how I approach these things:
 
1st, build assemblies in manageable sections... clean up superstructure parts, scrape off detail/parts that are getting replaced with PE and assemble/erase seams. Next prime and install PE that can't be cleanly added after painting (for example, guns, floater net baskets, railings and tiny deck details are best assembled/painted separately  and added last), then paint with final color. After that, install decks (they go on just like stickers, you just have to be careful to align them properly as you only get 1 shot at it) and then add the little stuff.
 
Then move on to the next section and repeat the process again.
 
My Iowa (the log Kevin mentioned) is in limbo but I'm currently working on a 1/200 Nelson  + Pontos over on Model Warships which will give you a good idea of what you'd be getting yourself into: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=160389
 
In my opinion the Pontos stuff is definitely worth it as it REALLY takes the kit to a whole new level of awesomeness.
 
Be forewarned though... the 1/200 Iowa/Missouri is not for the faint of heart as-is and the Pontos stuff will easily double the length and intensity of your build. Pontos is also known for having difficult to interpret instructions that are riddled with errors... it won't be a "paint by numbers" project and will require plenty of research, planning and forethought to pull off well. The total amount of work will run into the hundreds of hours and it will be a LONG term project, so plan on that too.

I'm assuming this would be your first foray into superdetailing sets for big kits? if so, man are you picking a scary ambitious place to start!
 
Anyway, here's how I approach these things:
 
1st, build assemblies in manageable sections... clean up superstructure parts, scrape off detail/parts that are getting replaced with PE and assemble/erase seams. Next prime and install PE that can't be cleanly added after painting (for example, guns, floater net baskets, railings and tiny deck details are best assembled/painted separately  and added last), then paint with final color. After that, install decks (they go on just like stickers, you just have to be careful to align them properly as you only get 1 shot at it) and then add the little stuff.
 
Then move on to the next section and repeat the process again.
 
My Iowa (the log Kevin mentioned) is in limbo but I'm currently working on a 1/200 Nelson  + Pontos over on Model Warships which will give you a good idea of what you'd be getting yourself into: http://www.shipmodels.info/mws_forum/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=160389
 
In my opinion the Pontos stuff is definitely worth it as it REALLY takes the kit to a whole new level of awesomeness.
 
Be forewarned though... the 1/200 Iowa/Missouri is not for the faint of heart as-is and the Pontos stuff will easily double the length and intensity of your build. Pontos is also known for having difficult to interpret instructions that are riddled with errors... it won't be a "paint by numbers" project and will require plenty of research, planning and forethought to pull off well. The total amount of work will run into the hundreds of hours and it will be a LONG term project, so plan on that too.

I recently bought the 1:200 Trumpeter Iowa, and am considering whether to buy the Pontos Detail Set either with or without the wooden deck.
My question/concern is, how the heck do you apply the deck, assemble all the details, then paint the model without ruining the deck?
Just looking at detailed photos of the set on the net, it is readily apparent the deck must be applied at an early stage of building the model, then all the many detailed parts are added. If the detailed parts were built first, installed and painted, the deck could not be laid in place (it appears to me).
So, does anyone know how it's done? I don't know, but it may be a bridge too far for me, beyond my skill level.
I only have about 50 years of experience with this hobby, and even after all this time and difficult projects completed, some look very daunting to put it mildly. This is one.
 
Any thoughts?
 
PS: maybe I would be well enough off just to build the kit out of the box with maybe just adding some upgraded gun barrels. The kit does bring numerous photo etch detail sheets all on its own without any aftermarket at all. 

this will be a good thread to follow
http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/8967-uss-iowa-by-channell-trumpeter-plastic-1200-superdetail-build/
 
and 
 
http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/4613-uss-new-jersey-bb-62-67-69-by-hank-trumpeter-1200-plastic/page-4?hl=trumpeter

It's a great kit, brings back memories for me as I built 2 of them as a teenager. Someday I'd like to go "all out" on one, especially now that you can get photoetch details and 1 piece wooden decks for that kit.

One of them was mine... I spent an hour putting a replacement thread together but the forum wouldn't let me post it because it had "too many pics". They were all photobucket links too?!
 
Anyway, I got mad and haven't tried again. Work continues on the beast though; I've made a lot of progress since my original thread was so cruely and violently taken from internet land. I'm keeping it going on another forum; it's just more work than I want to do to run multiple logs on different sites.
 

 

 

 

 

Hey Kevin, looking great! Maybe you could do a 1/200 Rodney to go with her next...