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Old 18 May 2008, 02:39 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Building the Model Expo Sopwith Camel
Hello everyone. I'm new to this excellent forum.

I'm building the Model Expo 1/16th Sopwith Camel. I've just finished the engine stage and in a fit of hubris am posting pictures in case anyone is interested.

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I am not an experienced builder, obviously.

Faults:
- Prop too chunky.
- Metal too shiny.
- Didn't install the tappet seats because I think they look too much like office supplies.
- Thread representing spark-plug wires has dodgy knots.
- Fur on hand gives me a suspiciously simian appearance in close-up.

But I am having fun!

If anyone has any ideas about how to tone down the Brittannia metal now that it's all assembled, I'd be interested in that.
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Old 18 May 2008, 03:16 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Using Tamiya Acrylic Smoke with brush or airbrush is one simple sollution to tone the metal down and give it a oily look.
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Old 18 May 2008, 03:17 PM   #3 (permalink)
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We are always keen to see others builds.

Maybe give it a spray with Tamiya Smoke? and then a flat top coat.

Cheers,

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Old 18 May 2008, 03:18 PM   #4 (permalink)
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er..should actually be this link..
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Old 18 May 2008, 03:20 PM   #5 (permalink)
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I have beaten you on this one Merlin...!
Same thought though..
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Old 18 May 2008, 04:06 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Thanks. I'll give Tamiya X-19 Smoke a try.
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Old 18 May 2008, 04:49 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Ah, and the funny shape of one propeller tip is due to my two-year-old helping behind my back. Happens.
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Old 18 May 2008, 06:27 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Welcome to 1/16th scale! Good luck. Cheers! John.
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Old 19 May 2008, 12:13 AM   #9 (permalink)
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Hi there!
A good tip os also to put here and there some clear varnish slightly tinted with red, some with blue, on the cylinders thus giving the engine a used appearance.
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Old 19 May 2008, 06:41 AM   #10 (permalink)
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Hello, Crosshair,

Welcome to the Aerodrome: always good to get new members involved, and to see their work!

I've only a bit to add, as I have used thinned Tamiya Smoke for the purpose stated, with good results. You might add a smidge of brown to the Smoke to give a slightly oily look. I've also sprayed a very thinned coat of Testors Rubber for the same purpose: 1/32nd scale below -

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Other than that, all I can say is: Good Luck" with your build!
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