TOMc Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Sorry, I took the liberty to repair the link for the photo. Any background information about your project you wish to share? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 2, 2016 Author Share Posted September 2, 2016 Thanks Cees. Ever since Windows 10 decided to do a forced download things have been a little quirky. This is my first venture into intense photoetch modeling. The kit from VICTORY MODELS is a A6M2 Zero Type 21 airplane in 1/32 scale. The kit package comes with six large 8X12 stainless steel sheets of etched parts to build the wings and fuselage, and bags of clean, accurate, white metal parts for the engine and cockpit. The plan is to build two Zeros one with skin and one without. Lets see how the skinless version works out before I divulge the big plan. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 12, 2016 Author Share Posted September 12, 2016 Looks like I have the photo thing working again. I found that photoetch construction is a little unnerving at first but with a little less coffee and a little more patients the process moved along at a more enjoyable pace. First photo is of tools of the trade. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 12, 2016 Author Share Posted September 12, 2016 Well maby the photo thing still needs a little work. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 That's some amazing attention to detail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 13, 2016 Author Share Posted September 13, 2016 Assembly work on the wing assembly has begun. I have toyed with the idea of using a resistance / solder in place of superglue to make the joints stronger and cleaner, but considering the number of re-dos involved in my build, this fantasy will not materialize for some time to come. So it will remain, less caffeine and more focus. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padubon Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 WOW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 What about the elevators, ailerons and rudder structures. Do you have to twist the ribs and they the're done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 15, 2016 Author Share Posted September 15, 2016 More work on the main wings. Installed the ailerons, flaps and constructed the folding wing tips, although they are all designed to be moveable I will not attempt this with this model. The landing gear can be installed for landing or flight. This is a very exact construction design and a deviation of 1mm will cause a real problem. The instruction sheet pictured gives you an idea of what is to be twisted or bent as well as direction. Parts are labeled left and right but it is up to you to assemble the mirror image. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Ahh the instructions reveal all. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 15, 2016 Author Share Posted September 15, 2016 It took all day but another section has been finished. The Zero's integrity grows as the model comes together, you can feel the strength of its structure, this airplane was not created by ordinary men. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 19, 2016 Author Share Posted September 19, 2016 The aft section of the fuselage and control surfaces are complete. This is not a model for the faint of hart but if you follow the instruction sequence and read the fine print it will come out as intended. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
efrick Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 This is one of those "I really don't have any superlatives to begin describing what I feel when I look at these photos" situations. I'll just say that you have my utmost admiration and respect for your talent (and patience!) and leave it at that. Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocat Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Amazing...I'm speechless...and following! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Fran Posted September 21, 2016 Administrators Share Posted September 21, 2016 WoooooW...... no words.... amazing is not good enough... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 Like a real aircraft under construction. Amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 22, 2016 Author Share Posted September 22, 2016 You could call this Zero Type 21 a Tin-knocker's dream and a venture into photoetch modeling that I will return to again and again. This kit as well as other "Desktop" models are available at Engineer Hobbies. The next phase of this project will be the construction of a "TAMIYA" Zero in 1/32 scale. So as not to offend those of you that are puritans this model will be fully clothed. For display, the case will have an upper and lower level, separated by clear acrylic so that both airplanes can be viewed at one time. There will be a short brake to build a go-kart model for my neighbor's son. see you soon. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GAJouette Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Tom, I'm absolutely in awe my friend. Amazing details coupled with the highest levels of skill and fine craftsmanship. Well Done! Highest Regards, Gregory Jouette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted September 29, 2016 Author Share Posted September 29, 2016 Thank you for the compliments. All I wanted to do was learn how to utilize aftermarket photoetch material like that sold by eduard and look what that led to. While the paint dries on the go-cart I have been studying the instructions for the TAMIYA ZERO FIGHTER. One of the high points of the instructions is the identification of parts. Otherwise how would I know that the little do-hickey-thing is an "Oil Cooling air intake shutter operating lever". Identification gives the part importance and therefore worth the effort to make it as real as my talent will allow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 The well dressed Zero is coming along just fine, the only problem is that the camera is broken. I am not sure, but it could have happened when it hit the floor. At least that is what Emily said, but I am not sure, like I said it could have, I am just saying, it could have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMc Posted November 6, 2016 Author Share Posted November 6, 2016 Well the Zero is finished and I purchased a new camera which means no construction pictures. This was a fun build with the skin and skinless idea working out just fine and I was able to fit both models into the same commercial display case. The TAMIYA Zero kit lends itself to a great level of detail with after market parts readily available, thus appealing to the compulsive and meticulous builder whom I greatly admire. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted November 8, 2016 Administrators Share Posted November 8, 2016 Supercool! And what a great display case... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Fran Posted November 9, 2016 Administrators Share Posted November 9, 2016 Fantastic! great idea for display both models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ophthoidoug Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Just beautiful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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