Tamiya M20

[Allen Dewire]

Ok Mr. Scott,

I think you can stop showing off now!!! Great fix on the un-rain guards Paul. They look tight. I can't believe you added all those etch tie downs. Did they all come from an etch set or did you make some yourself???

Oh, while we are on the subject of tie downs Bro, #'s 3, 16, 22, 39, 104, 156, and 208 on the rear deck are crooked. I bet you knew that though....………..

Prost
Allen

[scottie3158]

Hi Allen,
Good to see you buddy. Glad you like the fix. The tie downs come from an etch set normally I make my own but with that many to do and the fact they looked quite good I used them . I'm surprised that only those ones were crooked, I was nearly cross eyed at the end.

[Wouter]

Nice adjustment mate, well worth the effort.

[scottie3158]

Nice adjustment mate, well worth the effort.

Cheers Wouter, glad they look ok.

[Allen Dewire]

Hey Buddy,

I can only imagine you being cross eyed from all those. How long did it take you???

[scottie3158]

Hey Buddy,

I can only imagine you being cross eyed from all those. How long did it take you???

Only an hour or so, I just did a group then did something else then another group. Rather like building track links lol.

[scottie3158]

A little more bling added today including a few more tie downs. Hopefully tomorrow I will make a start on the hatches.






cheers
Scottie

[Andy Evans]

Apologies if I've missed this but which etch set are you using ?

[BigGreg]

very accurate and the level of details is amazing... well done..

[Jim R]

Hi Scottie
Better and better. Modelling to inspire but your fetish with tie downs is something I would mention to matron on her next visit.
Could you please give a quick "how to" on using stretched sprue for welds. It is very effective.
Jim

[Guest]

Great work Paul :smiling3:.

[scottie3158]

Apologies if I've missed this but which etch set are you using ?

Andy,
No worries good to have you along. The etch set is the Voyager #PE 35678. It's not bad but like most etch sets some of it is no better than the kit offering and overly complicated

[scottie3158]

very accurate and the level of details is amazing... well done..

Greg,
Thanks mate glad your liking it so far.

[Andy Evans]

Thanks Paul, looks a very comprehensive set.

[scottie3158]

Hi Scottie
Better and better. Modelling to inspire but your fetish with tie downs is something I would mention to matron on her next visit.
Could you please give a quick "how to" on using stretched sprue for welds. It is very effective.
Jim

Hi Jim, Matron has already adjusted my meds, and referred me to a specialist bump feeler. The welds are simple to do, they must be I can do it. Warm a piece of sprue with a lighter or candle until it just begins to wilt then pull apart from the ends until the thickness you require is achieved. Some plastic is easier to do then others depends on the manufacturer. Next using liquid glue dip the whole length and then place it where you want the weld. Let it dry so you don't run the risk of moving it. Next using the liquid glue soften the piece you have applied. when soft using the very tip of a sharp blade notch the plastic until you achieve a welded ripple look. When this has dried completely clean up the area I use a fibre pen then some worn scotchbrite other brands are available. Have a practice on an old build or a flat piece of evergreen. I will try and post some pictures when I get back to the bench. But I hope the description helps.