Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 Jeff Could be but if I were a pilot back in those days and being trapped in the cockpit with a fire burning, the crowbar, would be my only chance of not burning to death. I'm only guessing but if it wasn't there, I would be having a long chat with my crew chief. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 15 hours ago, HubertB said: IIRC, the crowbar was always there. The (sometimes heated) debate among modellers was whether it was red in wartime. And it was not, as your pics clearly show … Hubert Thanks Hurbert, completely agree. I'm thinking good old silver aluminum in color should do. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 Thanks, Dennis, for the information. never thought such a small detail would turn into something so important. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 1 hour ago, Peterpools said: Thanks John, but how true. I only have made this much progress in a short time for me, as I started a number of the assemblies while working on both the GT40 and Embraer 190, waiting for the gloss paint to dry. Lots of waiting time and nothing to do on either build, so I started small assemblies on the Spit. Seems to have worked out well, as so many of these assemblies were done and waiting in the wings for the build to actually start. That's a good approach Peter and one I use frequently. I prefer to always have SOMETHING I can work on while waiting for paint/glue, etc to dry. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 Yes that is my approach as well, at the moment the Spitfire is in the paint shop so I am doing prep work on the next "masterpiece" while I am waiting between coats. Cheers Dennis 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 Dennis Way to go 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bomber_County Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 Same here but I tend to get sidetracked on the next project and never finish spraying the previous model……..a la the Wildcat…… 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HubertB Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 9 hours ago, Spitfire said: This from Edgar the late Spitfire expert in a Britmodeller thread about the crowbar. https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/48160-another-spit-question/ Posted 25 April 2010 - 08:43 PM On the door 23-1-42; before that (3-2-41) beside the seat (right side,) and it could have been plain steel, bronze green, or black, never red (until post-war.) Edgar It was retro-fitted, to all Marks, but not until those dates. Edgar Cheers Dennis So, there was a « before » and an « after » for the crowbar ? Thank you very much for this information. Hubert 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 2 hours ago, Bomber_County said: Same here but I tend to get sidetracked on the next project and never finish spraying the previous model……..a la the Wildcat…… Very common occurrence with me. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 2 hours ago, Bomber_County said: Same here but I tend to get sidetracked on the next project and never finish spraying the previous model……..a la the Wildcat…… Phil Same here for sure 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 Hubert, same here. Hard to believe there is such a history and interest in the door crowbar. Just read the link and I never knew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 Carl Seems to be part of the hobby and winding upo with a number of kits on the bench all at the same time, is tough for fight off. These days, I often loose the battle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Coming Together She is finally starting to have the graceful lines of the legendary Spitfire. With the wing, tail and control surfaces glued on (the ailerons and elevators still need to be fixed in position with CCA), it was time to make some decisions regarding the Merlin. I’ve built a lot of Tamiya 1/32 WWII aircraft kits and out of the grouping of Mustangs, Spitfires and the Mossie, there is at least one model of each group with the RR/Packard Merlin with the cowling panels off, exposing the complete engine and the Mossie having both Merlin’s hanging open for display. I want to show some of this late model 60 Merlin, will most likely have the bottom and top cowlings on and leaving the side panels off, at least that is my thinking right now. I built and painted the Merlin as per the kit instructions, highlighting the details both by brush and dry brushing with Model Air Aluminum. The coolant plumbing was primed with MRP Black Primer and then finished with MRP Copper. Only about five years ago I did the same and hand painted or used foil for the s/s clamps – this time around, my hand just isn't steady enough anymore for such detail painting. The prop and hub assemblies are done, all the prop/hub parts added but other then black primer, zippo detail painting as they will be inside the spinner and never seen – just no point in wasting time painting those details. All the screws/holes on the hub were drilled out a bit deeper so they will hold a light wash and have some relief at the same time. At the same time, I drilled out all the screw fastener holes on the cowling framing and a good number of hours was needed for all the hand drilling; time well spent. The Barracuda resin wheel set was cleaned up and the axel holes were drilled out to fit (fingers crossed) the landing gear axels. next the Barracuda drop down door with the much-mentioned crowbar (to be added) was cleaned up replacing the kits rendition. I just couldn’t help myself and wanted to see how Tamiya’s gorgeous glass fit and looked: a knock out and what can I say, leave the filler in the box, the fit seems to be perfect. I’ll be final sanding and getting the Spit ready for primer later this week. Thanks for checking in Parts and assemblies ready for MRP primer Primed and ready for color coats 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Lovely looking Spitfire Peter. The engine is great as well. Can't wait to see it all with paint. Carl 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Thanks Carl, very much appreciated. Hopefully with a bit of luck, I'll be in the booth next week shooting on the color coats. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Amazing progress. Beautiful detail and painting. Your precision is legendary Cheers Martin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Thanks Martin ... all smiles for sure. ☺️ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Looks to be coming along nicely Peter. That is a ENJOYABLE build isn't it? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Looks rather tasty, then again it is a Spitfire, keep up the good work. Cheers Dennis 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocRob Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Great work on the Spitfire Peter. The engine looks splendid and it's always a tough decision to display it or not. Generally, I prefer an iconic plane to be shown in it's flight ready shape, closed up, but I like the detail and eye catching abilities of a plane sans cowlings as well. Your momentarily approach, to open the sides will keep the maximum of the Spitfires shape, so maybe it's a good compromise. Cheers Rob 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Thanks John Absolutely is one sweet build. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Thanks Dennis At this point I seem to get a burst of mojo and focus on cleaning up and finishing all the prep work and being ready for the paint shop and primer. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Thanks Rob and I whole heartedly agree - while detailed engines and open access panels look good, I do prefer the smooth clean lines for display. I've built enough Merlin's now that the next group of Merline powered fighters, will be all closed up and why I'm happy the Kotare Spit Mk Ia has no engine - I wouldn't be using it anyway. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaS Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Looks great, Peter. A handy tip you gave there by drilling rivet holes a little deeper to hold a wash. Gonna have to try that one. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted July 3, 2022 Author Share Posted July 3, 2022 Gaz My pleasure, I sure have picked up a lot of tips from your builds over the years as well 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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