specr0101
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VFX,
Very nice Enterprise. I like how the saucer section glows from the internal light source.
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Armentage,
As for preventing the brush from caking w/ paint, have a dapper dish w/ water handy. You can dip the tip of your brush in every so often. It'll prevent the paint from hardening and your brush hairs will stay supple. Hope that helps.
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In case anyone is interested, this just popped up on EBAY:
Hasegawa 1/72 VF-0A/S Battroid model
http://cgi.ebay.com/Macross-Zero-VF-0S-A-B...1QQcmdZViewItem
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Try using the Tamiya liquid cement. It works for me but be careful because it is a solvent and it will start to dissolve the plastic(Globs of the putty will do the same). Use Mr. Surfacer if you need a thinner putty.
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I couldn't resist...please add me to the list for "1" as well
Thanks!
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HWR MKII,
Very nice build...how long have you been working on the outrigger? Loads of detail!
I also had some time today...Updates. Enjoy!
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Like I said, I'm game.
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Cool...Thanks!
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Also the rear bracing for the recoil would also be pretty cool...
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HWR MKII,
Cool. Thanks for the advice. Any good links for tank weathering?
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Sorry guys, but are there anymore launch arms availible? Thanks.
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Jagull,
The VF-0S kit was first painted Tamiya flat white, clear-coated w/ Acryl gloss, then washed the old fashion way... diluted Tamiya black. I post shaded with diluted Tamiya sky grey.
David,
The VF-0D was painted entirely with a brush...can you believe that? It was painted Tamiya medium blue and sky grey.
I had'nt built a model in 4 years and I was bored last X-mas. So I decided to stop by a toy store for a model kit. I never heard of Macross Zero but I liked the look of the VF-0D. After that build, I research on the web and found this site... Next thing you know, I ended up purchasing an airbrush and even more models.
HWR MKII
I only touched up a few parts on the tanks like the wheels, antennaes, guns, and view ports...I suppose I should weather it to look more realistic.
BTW, your tanks are HUGE! 1/16? Who makes them? I saw the Tamiya Leopard 1/16 RC tank, but at more than $800 I had to pass
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HWR MKII,
Yes, the links were upgraded to the plastic set composed of many pieces. I got them from ToyEast.com. The tanks both run faster and smoother with the new links. The only thing is, on smooth surfaces like hardwood, traction is a bit of a problem. Acceleration leads to "peel-outs".
The Leopard 2A5 is faster than the Abrams but Abrams can climb a steeper grade. It's all in the different gearing I suppose. -
In the Hasegawa VF-1S Battroid kit, the directions say 60/40 navy blue/medium blue. Or you can just use Tamiya Field Blue. Wmcheng uses 50/50 neutral grey/medium blue. Your preference
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Nice job! I love the Tamiya Extra Thin Cement. I use it for every bond. It fills small gaps nicely. On my YF-19 build, I used very little putty for the seams. I just ran some thin cement and squeezed the joints till they oozed. I then sanded down the joints leaving a clean line angle.
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Well, I'll chime in and show you guys my current projects. I'm building two Macross Zero models together; a VF-0A w/ booster and a VF-0S. I'm using WMCHENG's excellent writeups as a guide. As they say, "imitation is the best form of flatery". Only thing is, his models are leagues above mine. In the background are the following: VF-0D, YF-19, VF-1A super, and a VF-1S. There are also a pair of Tokyo Marui 1/24 RC Tanks w/ full functions (they shoot
) Enjoy the pics and be nice!
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Sar,
What type of cement do you use to bond the sand paper to the plastic that is water resisant and thin? Thanks.