sandbagger Posted February 23, 2019 Author Posted February 23, 2019 Hi all, To enhance the engine detail I replaced the engines pre-molded locking rings for the fuel inlet manifold with the ‘Taurus Models’ engine intake manifold nuts (3211). The kit does not have spark plugs to fit to the six cylinders (two per cylinder), however the cylinders do have a pre-molded location hole for the spark plugs. The plugs to be used are from the ‘Taurus Models’ engine spark plugs (late type) (3204) set. Mike 5
sandbagger Posted February 25, 2019 Author Posted February 25, 2019 Hi all, I decided not to use the 'Taurus' spark plugs after all as although they are good, attaching the ignition leads to the tiny end of the plug was difficult to do without leaving it looking unrealistic. Instead I've made the spark plugs from 0.8 mm and 0.4 mm diameter 'Albion Alloys' brass tube with a 0.31" aluminium nut from 'RB Motion'. This way the fine lead wire I use to represent the ignition lead can locate inside the 0.2 mm bore of the 0.4 mm tube. Mike 6
Peterpools Posted February 25, 2019 Posted February 25, 2019 Mike Now I’ve seen everything - spark plugs look terrific Keep ‘em comin Peter 1
sandbagger Posted February 25, 2019 Author Posted February 25, 2019 Hi all, The fuel primers for each cylinder are built using the 'Taurus Models' fuel priming cups (3219). They'll be painted when fitted to the engine. Mike 1
sandbagger Posted February 27, 2019 Author Posted February 27, 2019 Hi all, The engine is progressing although there's a way to go yet, not including application of the weathering effects: Cylinder fuel primers Fuel manifold and locking rings Coolant pipes Ignition leads Oil filler pipes Exhaust The oil sight glasses were made by dropping PVA adhesive into the holes - it dries clear (good for making windows etc). Mike 6
GusMac Posted February 27, 2019 Posted February 27, 2019 Wow, stunning engine. Seems a pity to grubby it up. 1
GazzaS Posted February 28, 2019 Posted February 28, 2019 Beautiful Engine! But like everyone says: Too bad that 75% of it will be hidden. Gaz
sandbagger Posted February 28, 2019 Author Posted February 28, 2019 This engine is the test bed for the second Fokker D.VII and will be more or less covered by the forward fuselage panels. The next engine will be visible when I build the second aircraft, which will have the internal structure and engine etc totally exposed I know it seems senseless to cover the detail on this engine, but at least I know it's there, Mike 2
Peterpools Posted February 28, 2019 Posted February 28, 2019 Terrific progress abd the detailing is awesome Keep ‘em comin Peter 1
sandbagger Posted March 1, 2019 Author Posted March 1, 2019 Hi all, Well the engine is done. There are details I've not added as this model will have the engine fully enclosed. The second Fokker D.VII will have more detail as its engine will be fully exposed, Mike 5
GazzaS Posted March 2, 2019 Posted March 2, 2019 3 hours ago, sandbagger said: Hi all, Well the engine is done. There are details I've not added as this model will have the engine fully enclosed. The second Fokker D.VII will have more detail as its engine will be fully exposed, Mike Holy hell! How can there possibly be more details??? 3
sandbagger Posted March 2, 2019 Author Posted March 2, 2019 Thanks. Normally I would add control rods or cables to things like the carburettor, magnetos, tachometer drive, machine gun synchronisation etc. But not on this engine as it'll be mostly covered by the fuselage panels. The accompanying model will be detailed, Mike 2
GusMac Posted March 2, 2019 Posted March 2, 2019 As Gaz says it's hard to believe you could make that more detailed. Just stunning and beautifully weathered with it. 2
coolboxx Posted March 3, 2019 Posted March 3, 2019 That really is a well used engine, that would fool me as a real one.
sandbagger Posted March 6, 2019 Author Posted March 6, 2019 Hi all, A few more bits done. 'Properplane' Heine propeller treated with 'Tamiya' Clear Orange then Hull Red. Weathered with 'Tamiya' Weathering Master Set B (Rust) and 'AK Interactive' Kerosene wash. 'GasPatch' Spandau 08/15 extended handle guns with 'Alclad' Gun metal, then Steel. Weathered with 'AK Interactive' Kerosene wash and 'Tamiya' Rubber Black. Figures assembled and primed for painting - Anthony Fokker ('Aviattic'), Photographer and camera ('Black Dog'). Mike 6
sandbagger Posted March 9, 2019 Author Posted March 9, 2019 Hi all, I've applied the 'Aviattic' linen effect lozenge to the first Fokker D.VII now. Under the decals, although it's difficult to see in the shots, is pre-shading. I've yet to apply the kit decals and weather it all in, Mike 6
sandbagger Posted March 10, 2019 Author Posted March 10, 2019 Hi all, The fuselage sides and top decking had a brown glaze applied, but nowhere else on the aircraft. I've added that and now I'll add the personal and national markings, Mike 2
Peterpools Posted March 10, 2019 Posted March 10, 2019 MIke I'm just blown away ... incredible work Keep 'em comin Peter 1
sandbagger Posted March 12, 2019 Author Posted March 12, 2019 Hi all, The engine with radiator assembly is now fitted, along with the cockpit coaming panel and the lower wing. Mike 5
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