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rafalbert · Posted: Wed 26 Mar 2008 17:40 pm Post subject:

Hi All

will be building a Westland Whirlwind (fighter) when I have finished the Harrier.

Dave

rafalbert · Posted: Wed 07 May 2008 13:15 pm Post subject:

Since my qualifying date has now been put back again, I can crack on with the Whirlwind. I have always liked this machine, it seemed to always have a quiet air of 'hardness' about it. The fact that it had 4 bloomin' great cannons sticking out of the nose helped this effect somewhat. The kit itself is somewhat basic, but after all the messing with the Harrier, I am looking forward to it. I will be building the kit straight from the box this time, no carving or detailing involved.

A quick coat of cockpit green and we will begin....

farmroad38 · Posted: Wed 07 May 2008 14:56 pm Post subject:

Interesting that you think it has 'hardness' about it. I've always thought the opposite - that it looks such a delicate, gentle little thing!

Whatever, it's a beautiful aeroplane - looking forward to seeing you build it

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rafalbert · Posted: Mon 12 May 2008 16:10 pm Post subject:

Am rushing this a bit as I am away on holiday on Thursday, so am getting close to the deadline. The overall basic shape is now complete, with a bit of filler and sanding required due to not the greatest fir of parts. However, she is looking lovely and will shortly be receiving the first lick of paint.

rafalbert · Posted: Mon 26 May 2008 16:22 pm Post subject:

Well, I'm back from holiday and decided to crack on with the Whirlwind. The light grey went on fine, but unfortunately the ocean grey displays unbelievable brush marks despite being thinned appropriately. This unfortunately means that I am going to have to strip the paint and spray the paint to get a decent finish. This might not sound particularly bad, but I am currently living in a rented flat until I buy a house later this year, so spraying is out of the question! I am sorry to let you all down, especially since you all are turning out spectacular models. I hope to redeem myself in the future (especially after I have bought a house!).

Dave

rafalbert · Posted: Fri 30 May 2008 10:13 am Post subject:

Ok guys, I have finally qualified at work which now frees up all my spare time, so I will attempt to redeem myself. As the Whirlwind has ground to a halt for the time being, I am going to build an SA Bulldog in the black and yellow RAF scheme. I know I don't have long left, so this may be a little rushed, but am looking forward to it.

I have painted the interior grey and assembled the fuselage, all ready for joining and filling any gaps.

jhl1908 · Posted: Fri 30 May 2008 22:34 pm Post subject:

I'm sure it will be a good build.
Love to see your result even if you finish after deadline.

When you finish your Whirlwind one day please post some pictures.
I don't know why but I just think the little thing is so mean to look at.

The best regards from Jesper.
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rafalbert · Posted: Sat 31 May 2008 09:54 am Post subject:

Thanks Jesper, I will definitely post pics of the Whirlwind when I finally finish it. I am cracking on with the Bulldog, the fuselage, wings and tailplane are all attached and gaps filled, ready for painting. Am working this afternoon, so will now slap the paint on asap.

rafalbert · Posted: Sun 01 Jun 2008 08:35 am Post subject:

Right, the all-over black is now complete, just need to add the decals (and paint the canopy, wheels, prop etc......).

rafalbert · Posted: Sun 01 Jun 2008 10:37 am Post subject:

Ok guys, I admit defeat. I am not going to get this finished today without ruining it. It is now fully decalled, needing a coat of Klear to finish the general aircraft. I still need to complete painting the propellor, wheels and canopy, which I will have to do when I get back on Tues night. I should have it finished on Wednesday, with pics on here as soon as I can.

Ratch · Posted: Sun 01 Jun 2008 11:27 am Post subject:

Its not a race Dave

the finish date is a target to focus on

Nice work on the Bulldog

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rafalbert · Posted: Fri 06 Jun 2008 14:16 pm Post subject:

Right, I am finally done. Despite my best efforts (and a ton of weight in the nose) the d*mn Bulldog still wants to sit on it's tail (lazy swine). Still, I like the colour scheme and it goes well with my black Chipmunk (photo attached). It is a shame the Whirlwind went tilt, but when I resolve that, I will post pics of it on the site.

feanor · Posted: Fri 06 Jun 2008 14:22 pm Post subject:

Ayup Rafalbert...

Yummy...

Nice builds. The Bulldog looks really nice...
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Ratch · Posted: Fri 06 Jun 2008 14:41 pm Post subject:

What a cute little Bulldog

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TopGun · Posted: Fri 06 Jun 2008 20:47 pm Post subject:

Lovely
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