At the end of the last update, I had the external tanks painted and ready for the final details to be added. I did that by using CA to attach a device that I had previously scratch built. I'm not sure the exact function of this device. I can't find any documentation for it as … Continue reading Special Hobby 1/48 X-15A-2 Build Update 4
Special Hobby 1/48 X-15A-2 Build Update 3
Time for another update. Progress is continuing on the X-15A-2. I have the external tanks primed and the first color applied. I then moved to a part that I've been procrastinating on. The windows on the cockpit canopy have to be cut from a supplied square of clear plastic. I started by cutting out a … Continue reading Special Hobby 1/48 X-15A-2 Build Update 3
Special Hobby 1/48 X-15A-2 Build Update 2
It has been a while since I posted on this build. I've been a little busy with other things and couldn't find time to write a post. I've been working on it, just not enough time to post. Anyway, this post will probably bit a bit longer than normal. I finally finished with the nose … Continue reading Special Hobby 1/48 X-15A-2 Build Update 2
Wild Thing Vintage Kit Build Update 5
Time for another update. I've filled the spirals in the false motor tubes and sprayed primer on them to check for missed spots. The photo below shows the end with the fin alignment guide on and the first two fins tacked in place. Here is a view with all the fins tacked in place and … Continue reading Wild Thing Vintage Kit Build Update 5
Wild Thing Vintage Kit Build Update 4
More work has been done on the Wild Thing. I drilled four small holes through the motor tube and into the 5/8 inch plug. I then epoxied 4 short sections of dowel into the holes. These will serve two purposes. First, they will provide a bit of an additional anchor for the plug to prevent … Continue reading Wild Thing Vintage Kit Build Update 4
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