It's been a month since I last posted. It has been a bit hectic around here but I did get in some progress on this new build. I just haven't had any time to post about it. Anyway, her we go with the last build of the year. I decided to do one more factual … Continue reading Willy Ley Rocket Build
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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 4
There is some new progress to report. I've continued working on the S-II stage. I also made a modification to the Monogram third stage interstage. The ullage motors as molded are squared off on the forward facing part. On the actual vehicle they were rounded off. I masked off the areas that I didn't want … Continue reading 50th Anniversary Saturn V Build Update 4
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