More progress has been made on the SA-1 model. The final detail bits have been added. After going through more photos of the SA-1 vehicle, I noticed that the fuel tank on quadrant 1 does not have the same valve detail as on the other tanks. Instead of a recessed valve there is a raised … Continue reading 1/144 Saturn I Block I Build Update 3
Month: February 2020
1/144 Saturn I Block I Build Update 2
I've had other things going on, so it has taken me longer than I planned to get back to the build. But I now have made some progress. First I trimmed the outboard engine fairings. They have an angled edge rather than straight. The angle needs to somewhat match the subtle angle on the boat … Continue reading 1/144 Saturn I Block I Build Update 2
1/144 Saturn I Block I Build Update 1
I finally made some new progress on the SA-1 model. I glued the top section of the first stage in place. I then also glued the second and third stages plus the nose cone together. The first stage needs more clean up and filling. I started where the tanks meet the boat tail. I thought … Continue reading 1/144 Saturn I Block I Build Update 1