Voskhod Build Complete

The Voskhod build that I started back in January is finally finished. I got the main engine bells painted. Then I drilled small holes at the base of the core and boosters to accept the tab that is on the engine bells. They were then glued into place with thick CA. The vernier motors were … Continue reading Voskhod Build Complete

Voskhod Update 2

Now that I have finished the Saturn V and the Lego LM I need to get back to the Voskhod 2 model. When I last posted about this project, I had assembled the stages and put the photo etched brass truss on the first stage. Since then all parts have had primer applied and also … Continue reading Voskhod Update 2

Voskhod Update 1

Time for a quick update on the Voskhod build. I started on the first stage. I drilled a 1/8 in hole in the first stage base part. Then I cut a piece of brass tube to length and glued on a cardboard centering ring to one end. The other end will go through the hole … Continue reading Voskhod Update 1

Voshkod While I’m Waiting

Well I ordered a detail set from New-Ware for the Saturn V build. While I'm waiting on delivery (I'm expecting delays in customs due to shutdown) I thought I'd start on a 1/144 Voshkod model. I'll be using the Apex kit as my base and adding a conversion set I bought from Rho-models a LONG … Continue reading Voshkod While I’m Waiting