Scotties Bedford RL

[Andy T]

Sorry to hear that Paul, it was looking amazing.

[scottie3158]

Sorry to hear that Paul, it was looking amazing.

Thanks Andy but just can't get the glazing to fit. Maybe a other day.

[Mini Me]

Mr. Scottie, you have my full condolences when it comes to a situation such as this. I too am in a similar place and it has been bothering me for some time now. I hope this does not get you into a similar slump.....wouldn't wish this on anyone. :tired:

[Guest]

This kit has really made ne think twice about doing anymore resin kits, which is a great shame as there are some interesting subjects out there.

Resin AFV kits are generally easier to build than softskins, because there are far fewer fiddly bits to line up correctly for the main shapes. Plus, little or no glass windows

[Airborne01]

Sorry to hear that mate - I empathise with you, perhaps some time hence we'll see the culmination of your efforts!
Steve

[scottie3158]

Mr. Scottie, you have my full condolences when it comes to a situation such as this. I too am in a similar place and it has been bothering me for some time now. I hope this does not get you into a similar slump.....wouldn't wish this on anyone. :tired:

Rick, cheers mate I will put it to one side and move on. Dig something out of the stash and get yourself back to the bench it will work wonders.

Resin AFV kits are generally easier to build than softskins, because there are far fewer fiddly bits to line up correctly for the main shapes. Plus, little or no glass windows

Jakko, The main reason is its a very curved shape and due to the moulding there is no definitive locations for the glass.

Sorry to hear that mate - I empathise with you, perhaps some time hence we'll see the culmination of your efforts!
Steve

Cheers Steve, I hope so mate it would be a shame after all the work that went in to it.

[Tim Marlow]

Too good to give up on us this one Paul. Give it a rest then come back at it after rethinking the problem. The glazing shouldn’t be too bad really. It is flat glass after all. There are a couple of approaches to this that I’ve used in the past, and one that comes to mind when looking at pictures of the real truck.

Ignore as much of the following as you want, it’s just suggestions…..this model is a cracker and needs to get over the line……no pressure mind

One I’ve used is simply butt joining the glazing into the aperture. It’s OK, but doesn’t take much handling.

Another way I’ve used is to carve out a rebate behind the frame and fit the glass into that. Might not be feasible here though.

One that I’ve not used, but that comes to mind, is this…..Looking at pictures there is rubber beading around the glass, so perhaps you could add the beading to give a locating ridge for the glass to fit against.

The panes of glass will need to be filed up individually and fitted one at a time. I find it’s better to use thicker rigid stock like 0.5mm (or even 1mm) clear styrene for the panes. It’s easier to file up accurately and stays flat in the apertures. Some people used to use plastic from the boxes Ferraro Rocher comes in . I used Krystal Klear to stick mine in, by the way.

[scottie3158]

Too good to give up on us this one Paul. Give it a rest then come back at it after rethinking the problem. The glazing shouldn’t be too bad really. It is flat glass after all. There are a couple of approaches to this that I’ve used in the past, and one that comes to mind when looking at pictures of the real truck.

Ignore as much of the following as you want, it’s just suggestions…..this model is a cracker and needs to get over the line……no pressure mind

One I’ve used is simply butt joining the glazing into the aperture. It’s OK, but doesn’t take much handling.

Another way I’ve used is to carve out a rebate behind the frame and fit the glass into that. Might not be feasible here though.

One that I’ve not used, but that comes to mind, is this…..Looking at pictures there is rubber beading around the glass, so perhaps you could add the beading to give a locating ridge for the glass to fit against.

The panes of glass will need to be filed up individually and fitted one at a time. I find it’s better to use thicker rigid stock like 0.5mm (or even 1mm) clear styrene for the panes. It’s easier to file up accurately and stays flat in the apertures. Some people used to use plastic from the boxes Ferraro Rocher comes in . I used Krystal Klear to stick mine in, by the way.

Tim thanks mate some excellent food for thought. I do like the idea of thicker material. I will have to see what I have.

[Tim Marlow]

You can disguise the edge thickness by painting edges black mate. Gets rid of that mirror silvered effect to a certain extent. After all, the glass is set in a rubber surround anyway.

[Jim R]

Too good and too much work done to give up on Scottie. Put it away safe and think about it. Some time in the future you'll have an idea which will work.

[Neil Merryweather]

Too good and too much work done to give up on Scottie. Put it away safe and think about it. Some time in the future you'll have an idea which will work.

Seconded!!

[The Smythe Meister]

..... And there was me just having an interesting catch up....:flushed:,
Very unusual for you to give up on a build Scottie,(even if it is only for a short time), although once a model becomes a chore, it's best to take a step back..... after all, it's supposed to be fun, not a drag :thumb2:.

[scottie3158]

Too good and too much work done to give up on Scottie. Put it away safe and think about it. Some time in the future you'll have an idea which will work.

Jim, It's back in the box for now but Tim pointed out some good ideas so I will have a look at a later date. Glad you liked it up till now.

Seconded!!

Cheers Neil.

..... And there was me just having an interesting catch up....:flushed:,
Very unusual for you to give up on a build Scottie,(even if it is only for a short time), although once a model becomes a chore, it's best to take a step back..... after all, it's supposed to be fun, not a drag :thumb2:.

Smiffy, Yes it is, I don't like to admit defeat in anything I do but this has been a struggle all the way along and the glazing was the final nail. It is a pity as I was quite happy with the rest of the build. Tomorrow is another day.

[Ian M]

I hope you take a second go at those window parts. It's looking so good with all the work you've put into it.

[scottie3158]

Ian,
Thanks mate I will have another look.