Bob Cotsford Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 This thought is that it'll be interesting to see how well it comes out Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted November 8, 2020 Author Share Posted November 8, 2020 Thanks Bob, fingers crossed! I'm terrible and deciding the paint scheme of any model. The only one I was certain of was my Seafire and it never got to the painting stage!! I'm still browsing to find an interesting aircraft to copy but struggling to decide. Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel R Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 That's looking really good so far Gary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim Taylor Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 Posted by Gary Clark 1 on 08/11/2020 19:43:05: I am going to experiment with an emulsion base layer of white if i go with thunderbirds but anyone sprayed emulsion on here? It is pretty popular in America but not seen much recently. What's the thoughts out there? Gary Hi Gary, I've been following your thread with interest - if I could find a kit anywhere, I would like to build one - maybe post covid!! Anyway, wrt spraying with emulsion (or any other water based paint I think) the trick seems to be to thin it with screen wash or similar - i.e. a mild detergent. I think that this alters the surface tension of the thinned paint and allows it to 'flow' on to the job better. I used to paint bits of cars for a living using water based base coat, and the 'thinners' was basically demineralised water with a few drops of detergent in it. hth Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted November 9, 2020 Author Share Posted November 9, 2020 Thanks for the kind comments guys, it has been hard work trying to sort some bits out but it is stating to get there now. That is interesting Kim, I hadn't picked up from anywhere that thinning with water and detergent is the way to go. I'll give it a go on something and see how it comes out. Remember when i said i was going to paint it in either Thunderbirds or Blue Angels? I think I've changed my mind...... I was having a flick through the internet looking for inspiration and found these I think one of these would be smart and like the sharks mouth scheme from a Columbian aircraft. I always find myself being drawn to painting it like a Tucano.... Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted November 13, 2020 Author Share Posted November 13, 2020 It's amazing the difference a bit of primer makes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted November 18, 2020 Author Share Posted November 18, 2020 Kougar is on hold a bit just now until I can get some paint and since most of the shops are closed I am a bit stuck. I decided to get a bit more of the moth minor done to try finish that as well but couldn't help put the kougar on its wing for comparison! I can only get 1 wing on at a time in my garage since it's so big but it's a lovely aircraft. Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted March 13, 2021 Author Share Posted March 13, 2021 The Kougar is on the home straight. White base layer done and the blue. Red is getting masked today and maybe painted but still need to attach the cowl to put the patterns on that. I went for a T-38 Thunderbirds scheme in the end wbd48039i_1024x1024.webp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted March 14, 2021 Author Share Posted March 14, 2021 Red on the fuselage so just the underside to do and the decals. I think I'll give it a coat of clear coat to make it glossy when it's done. Wing colour is done so just the underside to do on the also. Nearly done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted March 14, 2021 Author Share Posted March 14, 2021 This is the planned scheme because the previous photo didn't seem to load 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted February 20, 2022 Author Share Posted February 20, 2022 It's back on the board!! After almost a year away with work and a house move, the kougar is nearly done. Need to finish the painting but got all the internals sorted including rough battery position. Just the motor and paint to go 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted February 22, 2022 Author Share Posted February 22, 2022 I managed to get a fair bit of the painting done today. My board is full since I am trying to get the moth minor wing finished at the same time so bits everywhere but the sooner I can get one done, the sooner I can clear up and get on with something else. It still needs roundels and some insignia but basic paint scheme is done and it looks quite good I think Once the insignia is on the side, I will get some clear coat on to protect it then finish the motor install and all the workings. I should get another full day at it tomorrow since I am off work so we are nearly there now Gary 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Wood Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 Nice work Gary. What motor & battery setup are you installing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted February 23, 2022 Author Share Posted February 23, 2022 (edited) Hi Richard, I was having real difficulty deciding so went to George at 4-Max. The biggest issue was the prop clearance due to the shorter retracts so he suggested a 5055-595 motor and 6S battery and this allows it to spin a 3 blade 11x6 prop. It is a big motor for this plane but a combo of motor and prop should work well I hope. I got some more work done on the paint today. I cut the paint masks but used a new type of mask material but it seemed good so went for it You then get to this stage and get nervous......hopefully they work well! Relief! She looks good for an old lass! Few bits of the white need touched up after a year being moved around and moving house but otherwise she is almost done. Clear coat to go on then Motor and servos. It shows what you can do with an old model to give them some life again. Officially home straight now Gary Edited February 23, 2022 by Gary Clark 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted March 9, 2022 Author Share Posted March 9, 2022 Hi All Kougar is complete!! It's been a long slog but finally got her finished. The white on the wings is far from perfect and will probably be repainted at some point but it will do for now (I hate saying that because I know I won't be able to ignore it). quite a difference when you look back through some of the photos and there was a few times that i thought shed be better just going in the bin. she weighs 5lbs exactly without the battery and 6lb 10oz with battery installed. This is almost a full lb over the expected flying weight from the kit but with the bigger motor and 6s battery I expected this and doesn't concern me too much I still have to set up the receiver but everything else is done so potentially a maiden (if you can call it that since this is the 3rd one for this model) this weekend. Thanks for following along Gary 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted March 9, 2022 Share Posted March 9, 2022 Looks good Gary, have fun. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extra slim Posted March 9, 2022 Share Posted March 9, 2022 Yeah looks really nice. Another saved from the scrap heap and transformed into real looker.. I think every model I have ever built, there are things which niggle me, but as we all say, its only really us that knows. The rest of the folk wouldnt notice.. us modellers eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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