philo426

Added the canopy parts.

Cut out and installed the support structure for the canopy.

Yeah maybe on the washer next time! i know that I made several mistakes that I will avoid on future paper builds.Chief among them is adequete support structure for the outer wing sections.The wavy pattern is the result of this oversight and the fuselage cross section neeeds more bulkheads.. Still it is a valuable learning tool even if the end result is a poor model.Perhaps the instructions being in Polish is an issue too.I do find this build to be fascinating one even if I have a comptomised model.At least I will know what not to do!

I got the cowlings and exhaust collector rings installed.

Yes I have been advised it would be wise to clear coat it to protect it from dust and humidity.I think I will do so when completed.

Man this plane has a long wingspan!

Getting the cowling structure together.

Yeah I am so busy trying to figure out how to build the thing patience is the order of the day!

Thanks!it is a challenge for sure.

Got the inner wings installed.Starting to look like an aircraft!

Yeah I really watch what I say and how I say it . Most times if it is a poor build i will not comment on it .I like good comments but if someone points out a flaw or error in one of my builds I will check it out and if it is true Iwill acknowledge it.Most of the guys here have excellent tact so I have no real concern.

Oops my bad!

I hear ya!I just hope this turns out ok!

Yes I had heard of these cardstock models and decided to seek one out.Different type of model for sure!

Decided to try a paper/cardstock model and it is a lot different than a plastic model.Not easy but sometimes you have to step out of your comfort zone!

I recently had to fix this Tonka Crane from the 80s for my 5 year old nephew.I was busted up pretty bad and I had to drill out the rivets to fix the spool mechanism.The wheel was missing so I had to use the dial from an old dryer.

I had the Bozo version,loved to sock it to him!We also had the Rock em robits but the blue one could take more damage than the red one!

Thanks!several Friends and family dig it because they are Steelers fans!

Yes the Aviator was a good film!

Thanks!

It is a Cavalir promo with the front and rear fascia of the Revell promod Sunbird.It has a Fiero engine

Thanks!I do appreciate it!