James Bisley

Thanks Ratch for the tip. Mark 1 finger did the job. I had already covered the thing with a gloss varnish (of dubiuos origin hoiked out of the cupboard) which was probably causing the problem.

I have recently been trying to apply exhaust stains to my current build. From any tutorials I have seen, they go on dry and a brushed in, but when i do this they just slide around and don't stain the aircraft. This is the same for scraped-up tamiya weathering powders and hard pastels. Any tips? Thanks

I'd give an arm and a leg for a finish like that Bod 😆 Looks great. I struggle a lot with perfectionism and maintaining my concentration when things aren't going swimmingly. Sometimes its best just to think about the next model and things you are going to do better on it.

Just to confirm, is this the flat base you are referring to? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Acrylic-Mini-X-21-Flat-Base/dp/B000BWZU1G/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=tamiya+flat+base&qid=1601720663&sr=8-1

Hi James - 1/72 & 1/76 are pretty close, but a difference will be apparent if you place the models/figures of different scales close together, 1/76 being smaller. Example: a 1" tall figure in 1/72 would represent a person 72" tall (6'), a 1" tall figure in 1/76 would represent a person 76" tall (6'4"), so a 1/76 figure of a 6' person will be shorter than a 1/72 figure of a 6' person This, obviously, also applies to vehicles etc. I hope this is helpful. Also, I understand that the forthcoming 1/35 Cromwell tanks will be Airfix' own tooling. Im pairing 1:76 vehicles with 1:72 people so it should be fine

Thanks very much for the help.

Thanks very much (Just being lazy here and not starting another topic), but is there a good value, large volume matt varnish equivalent to pledge?

I have seen various people on various build threads showing (for example) a fully assembled cockpit unpainted, then showing it painted. I understand how this would make assembly much easier and much cleaner (no globs of glossy poly cement over paint). What I don't understand is how you could possibly paint such a detailed area? Should you use an airbrush? Even still I don't see how you paint the backs of seats etc, or anything that can just be seen but not accessed? Appreciate any advice

I've just got an airfix catologue, having recently started the hobby again. A few thoughts: Wow. Such a lot of Lego.Are starter sets all poorer quality than classic? What happened to all the 1:24 aircraft?Where did all those 1:35 tanks come from? They look awesome!Are vintage classics really vintage classics or is it just a name to cover up the age of Airfix's 1:72 figures and tanks?Also can I just ask, can I mix 1:76 figures with 1:72 aircraft?

Thanks for the help all

I'm looking to buy some of the fabled pledge gloss coat. On amazon there appears to be 2 versions - Pledge Multi Surface Wax and Revive it Floor Gloss: #1: https://smile.amazon.co.uk/Pledge-Klear-Multi-Surface-Wax/dp/B008HFVO32/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1TGHIBGO2GW9A&dchild=1&keywords=pledge+revive+it&qid=1599585526&sprefix=pledge+rev%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-7 #2: https://smile.amazon.co.uk/Pledge-11182-Revive-Transparent-Liquid/dp/B000ARPH4C/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1TGHIBGO2GW9A&dchild=1&keywords=pledge+revive+it&qid=1599585526&sprefix=pledge+rev%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-6 What is the difference between the two products does anyone know? Also there appears to be a mix of reviews for pledge; the most say its wonderful and the only gloss varnish you'll ever need and others say its vastly overrated and you should buy dedicated pro stuff. Can someone clarify? Thanks very much

Thanks very much Ill probably just put the flaps open in their default angle 🤔 😀 Also, its too late to amend now, but what is the exact purpose of the flaps behind the engine and at what stages would they be open or closed?

Hello, I would just like some help on options for my model. I decided to have the wheels down for practicality, and then decided to have everything 'open' as if for maintenance. However, I annoyingly put the pilot in way back in the early stages, so this isn't realistic. I would like to fit the bombs, so I wondered if I could make it as being before taking off. I had planned to have the flaps down but havent actually fitted them yet. Would they be up or down before taking off? (Excuse my utter ignorance and idiocy) Also, does anyone have any idea what the difference is between the two types of rear gunner nacelle? One is a lower profile than the other. Thanks

Thanks for the help Funnily enough, it seems to have stopped spitting water now. I have actually learnt that the best remedy for such difficulties is practice (clap clap whoop whoop) and am getting on much better (at the minute) Thanks again

Have you drained it? Yes, the valve to drain it is the same valve to reduce the air pressure so it is more or less constantly draining. In any case there is no water sitting in it.