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50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 6

I started the S-IVB portion of the build by adding the PE personnel access door to the interstage.  The ullage motors had already been sanded to the shape desired. Moving on to the S-IVB stage itself, I removed all the required molded in details.  This consisted of the APS units and a small area next … Continue reading 50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 6

50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 5

Well the S-II is finished for now.  The remaining detail bits (mostly the LH2 feed lines) will be added after painting.  I did this to make masking the model easier.  Masking is my least favorite part of a build.  I've been known to leave a model sit for months while I stew over its masking. … Continue reading 50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 5

50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 3

Since the last update I've added all the PE to the aft skirt. Now I need to add in the missing stringers on the fairings and fill the slot for the systems tunnel. I will be using the systems tunnel from the Monogram kit since it is longer and comes closest the proper length, therefore … Continue reading 50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 3

50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 2

More progress has been made on the Saturn V build.  I have removed all the raised detail from the aft skirt heat shield.  That all had to go in order to install the brass part from New-Ware.  The brass part is very nice and has much better detail that what was on the original piece.  … Continue reading 50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 2