Revell 1/28th Camel

stoney · 4 July 2009, 05:36 PM

Hi fellows. I'm gathering my research material to start a build of the old Revell 1/28th Camel kit. Some time back, there was a thread on the kit and what problems with authenticity there might be. I couldn't find it in a search here. Would anyone remember it, or have some advise? Thanks.

trackpad · 4 July 2009, 06:33 PM

Hi,Stoney,

I couldn't find it, either. Perhaps it would be better if you posted specific questions in this thread, and those forumites that have input can guide you. The last time I built the Revell kit was in the 1960's (really!), so my input will be somewhat dated!

Good luck with your build!

stoney · 4 July 2009, 07:04 PM

Thank trackpad. Nothing specific really. I remember some mention of incorrect lengths of the interplane struts. I use Data Files, so corrections will be evident I assume, but I figure it never hurts to check things out here as well.

If any one would like to see some of my Revell 1/28th builds, check here: Pictures by stoney61 - Photobucket

trackpad · 4 July 2009, 07:36 PM

Stoney,

Really nice builds: you certainly know what you're doing!

bristol scout · 5 July 2009, 03:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stoney

Thank trackpad. Nothing specific really. I remember some mention of incorrect lengths of the interplane struts. I use Data Files, so corrections will be evident I assume, but I figure it never hurts to check things out here as well.

If any one would like to see some of my Revell 1/28th builds, check here: Pictures by stoney61 - Photobucket

Hi Stoney,

As far as my addled memory serves--it is the centre-section (i refuse to call them 'cabane' which seems to be the trend these days) struts that are too long. This gives the upper wing Anhedral---or at the least a serious Bow!!

also out the box it lacks the characteristic--one could say trademark--upsweep of the upper fuse. longeron level at rear---and the tailplanes are flat plate as opposed to symmetrical section. ( Fin/rudder/elevators are o.k. as flat)

also the tailplane profile is wrong--but just needs some careful 'rounding' to correct----best to make a new one though if you want to correct both faults.

The troughs where all struts fit (due to the 'ties' on the struts) are best filled--but in the later builds i did---first built it when it was first released--i removed all wing rib details on lower surfaces, and greatly reduced them on uppers.

Phew!--sorry to go on mate---but plenty of guys here to help out--as you go.

Cheers,
Dave.

stoney · 5 July 2009, 03:05 PM

Thanks gents! bristol, I'll remedy those faults as I go along. I notices the tail surface to fuselage area you mention is also apparent in the Pup and Tripe as well. A Sopwith thing I think. After I finish the Camel I'm going to do scratch build of a 1/28th Albatros D.Va. I just like the scale. Thanks again guys.

Doug Baumann · 5 July 2009, 06:47 PM

Stoney hi

i have these old kits also

i can't wait to see what you have and will do to them.. love your pic also. and scratch building and ALB DVa i want to see that

good luck and have fun

Doug

BLOWHARD · 5 July 2009, 10:43 PM

Nice kits. Glad to see that D.VII wing without the downward droop. That's pretty important to get right on that Revell kit!

schwartzfalken · 6 July 2009, 03:36 AM

Hey stoney,

What 4 color lozenge decals did you use on the DVII? The colors look very accurate!

stoney · 6 July 2009, 05:38 PM

Hi guys. Well.. I used the last of my 1/28th decal sheets from Americal-Gryphon on the D.VII. I sure wish the good Doctor was still in business. I also used his Udet decals on the 1/28th Fokker Dr.I.

On the D.VII I used the articles from Fine Scale Modeler, Jan.'99 and March 2005 in my conversion. It's a pretty good kit, it just need some work, but hey, we're modelers right

. It was fun to do. I work slow, but I sure love this stuff.