Whats Lying on your Workbench MK IV

[mechaninac]

I stand corrected. I never noticed the canards on any of the Mig 29s from Macross Zero before. Personally, I still don't think it looks that good -- the design, not Zubique's execution which is incredible--, but having it in context gives it validity.

[505thAirborne]

Nora Polyansky advanced Mig-29 color scheme was chosen. Painting progress photos. Have to finish with weapon pods, wheels, airbrakes and exhausts painting.

That MIG-29 is frakking sweet looking, and the canards.... very nice touch!! Keep up the great work.

Are you going Landing gear up or down with this one?

[Zubique]

Ladies and gents - miss Nora Polyansky!

Thanks! Sure it will standing version. Just finished with gear stands and doors. Wheels from kit are terrible so will go to local shop tomorrow for custom wheels for mig-29 and will finish them.

Hope to finish all works tomorrow and then will make a good photosession of details and whole model.

That MIG-29 is frakking sweet looking, and the canards.... very nice touch!! Keep up the great work.

Are you going Landing gear up or down with this one?

Edited September 8, 2012 by Zubique

[505thAirborne]

Man that is awesome, the attention to detail is epic! Good choice on the wheels, usually the plastic ones you get with the kit are decent at best.

[ron5864]

To celebrate the upcoming Lunar/ Moon Festival, here is Sylvie Gena's VF-2SS Valkyrie II from the Fairy Squadron.

[Benson13]

Ron, is that the 1/100 kit?

[ron5864]

Here it is in fighter mode ready to defend the Moon Festival from Marduk controlled zentradi or pesky SNN reporters.

Ron, is that the 1/100 kit?

Yeah, it is the Bandai 1/100 model kit. Not a bad kit to put together, but it takes a lot of masking and paint of parts due to the way you have to put it together. I wish Bandai would just redesign this kit in 1/72 scale with modern fitting for the parts like their VF-25 kits. Also, I would like to have a regular kit without the fast pack.

[505thAirborne]

Looks great Ron, nice to see some VF-2SS love!!

if some one is going to make a 1/72 kit of this I'd like to see Hasegawa make one.

[wm cheng]

if some one is going to make a 1/72 kit of this I'd like to see Hasegawa make one.

+1

[Berttt]

I recently completed this: A customised PS3 Vault originally released for the launch of BF3.

Awesome Mig 29 too BTW.

Cheers,

Brett

Edited September 12, 2012 by Berttt

[MechTech]

Nice work guys! I love the PS3 vault, the Mig and the VF-2SS. We could use some today to get rid of the pesky reporters!!!

I've been working on the tools for my workbench to resolve some issues. I also have NO BUDGET! I mill a lot with my drill press and an X-Y table. The drill press has no threaded up-down on it so it's all micro-adjusting by hand. That takes multiple attempts and hurts the eyes. So I got some threaded rod, a skateboard bearing, handle parts, an old motor can and some threaded "T" nuts to make what you see. Then there is the issue of cutting tiny styrene pieces cleanly the first time and getting the angle right. So I got parts from a busted up hard drive, a razor blade, and some .080" styrene to make a cutter. The last bunch of parts you see are "Rotary Table MkII." I need to be able to precisely spin a styrene rod or piece around to mill it. So I took an old drill, a busted up VCR head, and spare parts from "stuff." I'll post a photo when it's done.

Next week I'm going for building a radio out of coconuts and bamboo - MT

[ahiachris]

Awesome work there. Someday we might need you to post new topics "How to DIY your own tools and machines"

[neko_fr]

Hi!

In fact there IS a kit in 1/72 scale of the Valkyrie II, but only in fighter mode.

That's a resin kit of the fighter, with SAP add-on.

I bought it some time ago on (sorry there is publicity here) on the e2046.com website.

Not builded it yet (sorry for the bad english, if any). It's dimensions are not far from the 1/100 version, so I'm not sure if it is really 1/72, but it still a little bigger than the Bandai version

[MechTech]

Thanks ahiachris. I know there are a lot of us out there that can help each other out with great tool ideas. Some tools are just way too over priced or not the right size for hobbies. - MT

[derex3592]

Chewie says the Falcon is ready for takeoff...Docking Bay 94! IT'S FINISHED! . ..after 8 1/2 months. Fun kit actually, the cockpit was the hardest part really. One slight seam to fill behind clear part. (Here's a tip--don't EVER get Tamiya putty on clear plastic--you've been warned!) All other parts fit like a dream. 0 putty used on the rest of the model. The PE engine grills and resin fans are also a challenge..IF I had it to do over..I wouldn't bother with them..the parts FM includes are identical to what is used on the 32" Studio Scale, so they are more accurate. Also...full disclosure...I wussed out and didn't paint chip or "=" sign the bottom...sue me, ... If anybody who has one of these in their closet has any other questions, PM me... I have lots more pics but here's the greatest hits...sorry if it's too many...but I'm pretty damn proud of pulling this off!!!

[Reïvaj]

Wow, really beautiful!!!

Congratulations for you great job, Derex3592! Thanks for sharing!

[Benson13]

Derex, I was staring at those pics for so long I got in trouble with the wife. I hate that "Are you going to pay attention to me or be on that computer all nigh?t" line. Amazing work.

[PetarB]

Benson, you need to give your wife some attention, now!

I'm suffering from model withdrawal at the moment. I wish I had some time but we are very busy at work, which is good I suppose!

[Benson13]

Benson, you need to give your wife some attention, now!

I'm suffering from model withdrawal at the moment. I wish I had some time but we are very busy at work, which is good I suppose!

Nope, if I start giving in whenever she does that stuff, I give her the power. Always leave thiem longing.

[electric indigo]

IT'S FINISHED!

The FM Falcon is one of the greatest kits in SF modeling history, and you really did it justice. Congratulations!

[derex3592]

Thanks guys! Benson---dude--LOL

[wm cheng]

Wow! Fantastic work Derex - beautiful paint job and the weathering is just perfect!

What was the base white/grey did you use on that? I have the same photoetched grills and resin fans - it looks great in your photos because you can just make out the fan underneath and it gives great depth. What did you mean by it wasn't worth it? What was the hardest part about fitting those in? Did you paint the interior fan black first, then the grills the light grey and weather over the entire thing with the burnt streaks?

I think this is my retirement project ;-) or at least I won't come around to it for another 4yrs (unless I get laid off!)

[derex3592]

Thanks for the kind words Cheng.. that really means a lot coming from a master such as yourself. Ill pm u later with answers to all ur questions

[Lt. Z0mBe]

Some progress on the hypothetical Frazi build:

Engines all Aves'd om and fitting complete:

New BFG mounts underway:

This stuff will make sense later:

Also working on some BFM's:

Comments and criticisms welcome.

Kenny

[nautilus]

Benson, you need to give your wife some attention, now!

I'm suffering from model withdrawal at the moment. I wish I had some time but we are very busy at work, which is good I suppose!

Here is a message from the missus: "Modelling is often wholly tolerated by the informed Wife, as it keeps husbands glued to the home for extended periods of time"

[Kelsain]

Here is a message from the missus: "Modelling is often wholly tolerated by the informed Wife, as it keeps husbands glued to the home for extended periods of time"

Sometimes literally. Always keep solvents and debonders within arm's reach of your workbench.

...The more you know...

[505thAirborne]

Sometimes literally. Always keep solvents and debonders within arm's reach of your workbench.

...The more you know...

:lol:

[nautilus]

Sometimes literally. Always keep solvents and debonders within arm's reach of your workbench.

...The more you know...

Baddum-tisch!

[nautilus]

Anyway, thanks to Einar, here is the new, and the improved Mongrol. I've been working on outline shading today, to mute him and bring him into line with his mucky little buddy, Ro Jaws...

He's working up nicely, and should look grand when finished...

Before

And after today's work.

Edited September 23, 2012 by nautilus

[derex3592]

Some MODPEADA luv!!! This is my "easy, take a break kit" after the Falcon..The Capn's very limited MOSPEADA Ikazuchi carrier/mini Garfish/Invid Clam Ship Resin Kit...Got it cleaned up, primed, sanded and gave it a base coat of Tamiya Neutral Grey today. There are 2 paint schemes I found pics of around the net..I'm goin with this one..This is only my 2nd resin kit..so I hope I do it up right!

[EXO]

Wow! Tiny... or you have giant paper towels... Can't wait to see it painted.

[derex3592]

well....as they say...everything's bigger in Texas!

[Benson13]

well....as they say...everything's bigger in Texas!

Like egos...moving on buddy. I'm looking forward to seeing how this one turns out. I almost bought one but decided to hold off on any more Mospeada purchases in lieu of more Macross toys.

[505thAirborne]

well....as they say...everything's bigger in Texas!

For you its "everything's bigger in Texas", I'm stuck with "Welcome to Kansas, please set your clocks back a 150 years"

Seriously though that MOSPEADA Ikazuchi carrier is small, but after your Falcon kit this little guy should look bad ass!

[Ahab]

The ship's coming together nicely, Lt.Zombe. All the hard work is paying off.