FME erk

Not much to show but some progress . . . the rear housing for the pumps etc that sits at the rear of the main tanks . . . More to come sooon David

Already starting to shine . . . .

Been pressing on with the main tank I am making the master for the tank supports, again! The first version was a bit narrow when I checked against the tank straps so a bit more time will pass before I can cast those. Busy working on the pump housing at the rear as well . . . David

Jeff Good luck with that. I think the reason behind my success was that I used the same original to make the others rather than use the one that I had cut/shaped. I marked it up as such 'This One'

More progress on the main tank . . . Placing some sectional pieces in to keep it rigid The miniature spirit level ensures it all flat Also made a start on the tank supports, I intend to cast and produce several of these from milliput I used 20 thou plasticard to wrap the tank frame, and finally, the mock up on the chassis thanks for looking in David

Some great stuff to be seen there, I particularly like the Doolittle raiders on the carrier. Must be great to be able to walk around and see space between oneself and another punter, makes taking photos easier. Many thanks for sharing those photos chaps, its always good to see how well other make the same stuff as us

On with the tank . . . The pump housing at the rear of Five identical oval templates create the shape

Mike You certainly know your WW1 birds and the detailing required. Watching with great interest . . . . David

No updates for nearly 5 months . . . have you given up on this ??

It certainly brings it to life . . . .

There has been some progress although not much, the builders are in the house so . . . A new vehicle fuel tank was put on the chassis made from a solid bar of plastic, fortunately the filler neck and gauge are from the kit parts A new Air tank was also put in place on the near side . . . The six wheels are now permanently in place, all square and vertical I installed the photo etch grill which is something I have never used before Those sharp eyed amongst you will spot the two styles of roof, the curved version with sliding hatch and the more usual with the arched roof, again with a slide hatch neither of which come in kit form with the kit David

Would a Wellington III in 32nd suit anybody ?

Your guess would be as good as mine

Those new wheels/tyres look spot on Ernie. I shall invest in some of the smooth tyres when they come on line . . . .

What I really like is the alternative scheme from the usual BC night camouflage (nothing wrong with that of course). The Canadian version is really bright for such a role but I see now that you can get decals for a French version, presumably all White so that could possibly be a temptation for somebody ??? https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/BER32061 Coming together really well Ernie, Good luck at Chatoo David

Its a beauty and its not even finished

Who rescues the rescue plane??

Reported as being a Lancaster of 83 Squadron at RAF Scampton in June 1942 An usual 'bracket' at the front of the 4,000lb bomb ?

Now that is a VERY STRANGE bomb-aimer blister and I cannot think what that might have been used for ? A camera perhaps ?? Its the very first time I have seen such a 'mod'

Here is the profile of the Phantom when she was with 100 Squadron, the photo above shows her at a later date with 550 Squadron. It does give clues as to the spec. ie Windows, ASI and she carried pointed props, no H2S David

Beautiful work and those engine/wing joints are virtually flawless . . . The paint work is absolutely spot-on, you have done a grand job on that Ernie Its looking like its going to be the best post-war Lancaster build EVER .. David

Such fine detailing is worthy of such admiration. I shall be interested in the construction of the Vultures, has the 3D printing proved worthy ?? I built mine from scratch (in 72nd) and that first foray highlighted some points that I would be more attentive to second time around. Cees, I would have thought that the bulkhead looking from the cockpit to the navigators position, would have had some form of padding as seen in the Lancaster. Somebody would have a nasty cut if he bobbed down without looking ?? Carry on with the good work Cees, dont forget, . . . . it will be a world first !! David

Some progress has been made . . . honest First photo is a comparison of the Airfix OO scale and the 'massive' 35th scale Next a shot of the drivers area, note the two triangular windows rear of the cab. There will be a 'Fire shield' to go behind the cab that will also have the triangular cut outs without glass. Near side of the cab with a glance of the double axles at the rear The cab front. An etch mesh is provided for the distinctive AEC engine cover You may be able to see the two triangular windows in the rear bulkhead, a mod for this vehicle to aid the driver when reversing. The drive shaft between the two axles. I cast this shaft using 'Blue Stuff' and Milliput View of the 6 x 6 chassis with the modified cab roof for the MKII version. A few bits such as the windows in the cab to complete when the painting is completed, it also needs a new fuel and Air tank but the next challenge will be the 2500 Gall. tank and pump housing at its rear . Thanks for looking in David

Lost my Boxer dog after 12 years. The family were in tears. A great loss Jeff, I know your pain . . .

Should be pretty straight forward now Ern . . . Do you have etch guards for the engine intakes ?? David