spanner Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Sounds good Jason! For the ones that are coming pre-assembled & painted, does that mean the orange ones will still be given a coat of paint or will they be colored directly from the mold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Sounds good Jason! For the ones that are coming pre-assembled & painted, does that mean the orange ones will still be given a coat of paint or will they be colored directly from the mold? If they come out clean enough, they will be coated with a good clear primer and clear coat. It really depends on the result of clean up. If I need to do extra work on the clean up, I'll probably do a full paint on them with color, and the kite decals. Either way, they're going to get a paint treatment treatment. Whatever the best result is, that's what it will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 OK. As you can see in this picture, there are places where the parts aren't getting enough resin. These are going to be fixed via pin holes in the mold cover, which will push the air out by the heavier resin.the color in this picture is a little lighter than they really are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Yeah you can see the spots where the resin didn't completely fill. Still the parts do look very good! Thanks for the update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xigfrid Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 They look great! I can feel them already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 These are the 1/72 scale parts, so these are getting worked on, and soon will be sorted out for delivery, At the same time, 1/60 kits are going to be worked on, but obviously at a slower pace, as most preferred them painted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelglue Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Could you post up some pics of some finished quality pieces for the guys who have paid in full? I'm interested to see what you'll be sending out. Honestly, I don't know your work yet (I've never bought anything from you)and I was a little scared away by the last pics you posted. I hope you don't get offended by my request; I just need a little proof? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I'll get some up tonight. I have 4 molds ready, so the pieces I put up will be good to go, but a little unrefined until I get some like cleanup done. It's too hot today, so I tried to pour some resin, and it set a bit too fast. I'm gonna put some in the tank tonight when it cools off, as well as tomorrow, as I continue to tweak the molds to get no air pockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 To slow down the curing time couldn't you add a little less hardener to the resin? Or is that ratio a delicate balance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 It's a set 1:1 ratio. Changing any of it leaves a crippling mess to a mold that has to be redone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 It's a set 1:1 ratio. Changing any of it leaves a crippling mess to a mold that has to be redone. oh I see.. well then we don't want any mold damage I guess eh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 (edited) oh I see.. well then we don't want any mold damage I guess eh! Definitely not, LOL Here are a few shots of good recasts. They're Pretty good for the complexity in them, but like any kit, they're gonna need work by the builder. Good thing is, the resin is quite solid. I'm happy about that. testing out some other parts now. I'll need to do th 1:72 wing AGAIN!!! Going to do to that what I did with the 1/60, as that seemed to work. In the meantime, I'm moving onto tweaking the 1:60 molds and checking for places where air bubbles will get trapped. Edited October 13, 2015 by Jasonc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 those parts look great! Can't wait to see them in 1/60! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ignacio Ocamica Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 The parts look great, very little flash!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kajnrig Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I blitzed through this entire thread just because the RnD was so enthralling. I can't believe this is actually seeing a production run! Great job, and keep it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Thanks guys. Parts are coming out. I'm going to start on the 1/60 test run today. Knowing what I learned from the 1/72 parts, I'm automatically going to put air ports in the same places. Hopefully the next two days will come up with some great results. I will not be doing any recasting this weekend due to MW con. However, I hope to have the decals up soon as well. Working on those. With the size of the kit, they won't have very many decals, but for those that want to put them where they can, I'll probably add some no step decals, and some standard extras for the sake of adding some value to them. Maybe if you don't need any extras, they'll be there for something else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Work began again today, and I'm working on the molds for the 1/60. So far, only did one intake and the tail fin section, an where I anticipated bubbles was fixed, and they came out perfect. Very happy so far. Going to try the other side of the intake, and the small pieces to see how they fair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Thanks for the update Jason! sounds very promising! Don't forget to show us pics of the 1/60 bits! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Thanks for the update Jason! sounds very promising! Don't forget to show us pics of the 1/60 bits! They're coming. I'm leaving the other parts in the tank over night, so I'll have some tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 sweeet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Ok, here's some of the 1/60 scale. The parts are looking great, but the wing is going to need a bit of cleanup. At least it's mostly relegated to the sides of the wing.hope it looks alright for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolt Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Nice ! 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Xigfrid Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) They look nice! The wing is really nice and smooth but there are a few bits of resin missing on this wing though Edited October 21, 2015 by Xigfrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Could those areas missing some resin be filled with putty yeah? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xigfrid Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) Could those areas missing some resin be filled with putty yeah? I think so or the original resin could also be used so it would end seamless. Anyway I am satisfied with what I see, looking back at how difficult this wing is to be casted. Ultimately, the lesson is now learnt, for the X-9 I am going with more parts, more complex designs in order to obtain a straight forward recasting process. Edited October 21, 2015 by Xigfrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 I think so or the original resin could also be used so it would end seamless. Anyway I am satisfied with what I see, looking back at how difficult this wing is to be casted. Ultimately, the lesson is now learnt, for the X-9 I am going with more parts, more complex designs in order to obtain a straight forward recasting process. all good, no complaints. casts look great! looking forward to the next stage! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 They look nice! The wing is really nice and smooth but there are a few bits of resin missing on this wing though Yes, there are a couple small bubble areas. It's going to happen in some pieces in some parts. Especially the large area parts like this. If I get them again in the same place, I'm gonna put another hole in the top of the resin to relieve, but I don't think it'd help. They've been a bit random on where they pop up. I'm trying to roll the resin to coat all the mold. I made another one, but there was one hole in that one. As I said, they're going to pop up. Could those areas missing some resin be filled with putty yeah? Exactly. I the early days of recasting, I used to get many kits that I'd buy, and they'd be full of parts with bubbles and would need filling. It can be filled with putty. I'm not going to stop trying to perfect them, but these are pretty easy fixes. The wing I did today has a better look, so I'm happy with that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Yes, there are a couple small bubble areas. It's going to happen in some pieces in some parts. Especially the large area parts like this. If I get them again in the same place, I'm gonna put another hole in the top of the resin to relieve, but I don't think it'd help. They've been a bit random on where they pop up. I'm trying to roll the resin to coat all the mold. I made another one, but there was one hole in that one. As I said, they're going to pop up. Exactly. I the early days of recasting, I used to get many kits that I'd buy, and they'd be full of parts with bubbles and would need filling. It can be filled with putty. I'm not going to stop trying to perfect them, but these are pretty easy fixes. The wing I did today has a better look, so I'm happy with that one. We all trust you and your abilities! Oh can you tell me what the total length of the drone will be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xigfrid Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) Oh can you tell me what the total length of the drone will be? I measured it from tip to nose: 18,50 cm. As this measure is actually a diagonal, the drone is a little shorter. Edited October 22, 2015 by Xigfrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I measured it from tip to nose: 18,50 cm. As this measure is actually a diagonal, the drone is a little shorter. that's excellent thanks Xigfrid! Its quite a large thing isn't it! This thing is gonna look mega on display! Just wanted a rough idea of its size so I can plan some space.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmkjr Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I measured it from tip to nose: 18,50 cm. As this measure is actually a diagonal, the drone is a little shorter. I was gonna ask to post the pic of the drone on the yetistand but you already have it in the Isamu bike thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I was gonna ask to post the pic of the drone on the yetistand but you already have it in the Isamu bike thread. ahh yes! it looks the bollocks along side the Valks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Sorry for the delays. I've begun work on recasting the 1/72 drones. I did have to redo 2 of the molds, but they are working great now. The wing will start recasting tomorrow once I put the fixes on that. I did manage to get a trial size of the onyx resin, which cures in a nice black color, so the camera part will not need to be painted, save for details. 1/60 parts are starting as well, but since I do need to paint just about every one of these, it's going to be awhile with those. So far, the results are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Sounds great mate! thanks for the updates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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