CorsairMan Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 I built the A6M5 version of this model a couple of years ago and I really enjoyed that build. This is the later model but its of a previous version, if that makes any sense. I am not going to be adding anything to the model as it is really detailed out of the box but I will put on some alternate markings and I will attempt to paint on a few of the markings as well. The engine was a lot of work due to the different colours required, but once painted, it went together beautifully. I also think I improved my exhaust manifold over my previous attempt: Previous attempt: The cockpit was also time consuming - mainly because of the number of parts and the many colours. However, once you have all the sub-components completed, it fits together like a glove! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithery Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 Looks like you're off to a great start Chris. This one will be fun to watch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted April 5, 2011 Author Share Posted April 5, 2011 Cockpit assembled and ready to go. I painted the interior of the fuselage tonight but I did not do much in terms of detail work. There really is no point as its too dark in there to see anything once its closed up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Isaac Posted April 6, 2011 Share Posted April 6, 2011 Awesome! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jurek Ogurek Posted April 6, 2011 Share Posted April 6, 2011 Awesome! Great pit, you can't ask for more Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted July 1, 2011 Author Share Posted July 1, 2011 Finally! Its the seams and my need to perfect them. I also polished the primer coat. I like the look of the paint more when I do this. Nothing more than the steady progression of polishing cloths and lots of water. The model itself does not need a lot of seam work but it does need a little at the wing roots by the engine, the deck behind the cocpit and the bottom of the fuse towards the middle and back of the airframe. Note - the rivet detail at the bottom of the rear fuse is very light. This time I took a needle to it and I much prefer the outcome. So the painting begins! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trekracer20 Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 Looks really good so far! The cockpit turned out really well, and not overly grubby and worn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LanceR21 Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 Very nice! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
josipww2 Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 (edited) so far so good :D Edited July 2, 2011 by josipww2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kopfjaeger Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 REALLY nice work mate. got the Tamiya zero sitting in the cupboard, been to lazy to be bothered to mix the "green" they use...nahh bugger it tell the truth i have just been lazy!!! but your work here is making me at least look in the box.... :blink: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted July 3, 2011 Author Share Posted July 3, 2011 Thanks guys! Kopf, don't worry about the paint. Tamiya has paints specifically for this model XF-76 I think. Its also available in their spray range. Other than that, just break down the construction into components and you will never get bored! The cockpit is a kit in itself. The engine is a lot of fun to put together. Preshade and cockpit deck preparation: I preshade this one with 'dark grey' by tamiya - 3:1 thinner to paint and I used my fine Iwata brush to put it on. I also put a couple of drops of retarder in there. It actually works. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trekracer20 Posted July 3, 2011 Share Posted July 3, 2011 What airbrush are you using? I've got a HP-CS that I love, but I've been thinking about getting something finer for super detail painting needs, and that's about the finest pre-shaded line I've seen. Can't wait to see it all painted up! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted July 3, 2011 Author Share Posted July 3, 2011 Hi Trek I use a HP-Bplus and its excellent for fine lines. You can really thin the paint well and dial down the pressure. Impossible with my Badger but right tool for the right job. Next step is masking and installing the canopy.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 Its been a while - summer, baseball (we got into the playoffs but got knocked out in the first round) and busy work. But I did manage to get this zero painted. I was attempting to make a relatively clean bird but still have some of the preshade show though. Also, I had a very hard time with the Tamiya decals last time so I wanted to try painting the major markings (I have never done that before!!). I am very happy so far: All paint is tamiya acrylic - and its been generally custom mixed. Main colour is the XF-76 with White at about 3:1; Hinomarus are red to hull red 7:1 and the yellow band is about yellow to red at about 20:1 (I know but I didn't want to bother going to get an Orange! Next step is to gloss things up and do the decals... I can hardly wait! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kahunaminor Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Nice, nice, nice.... Did I say nice? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brown Bear Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I am about to start Tamiya's A6M5c tomorrow. This makes me so excited Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Texan Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Great Job! Can't wait to see it done! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted August 24, 2011 Author Share Posted August 24, 2011 Just in the glossing phase now Always nervewracking for me. I have generally done an OK glossing on models in the past but I have screwed up a couple too. Future can be bulletproof or tempermental and its so hard to predict. Anyhow - I have the first couple coats on - its going well... hopefully by the end of the night! Wish me luck! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CorsairMan Posted October 23, 2011 Author Share Posted October 23, 2011 Ok - I have been a bad poster... I went ahead and finished it without much of any updates. Basically I painted on the markings, glossed it, decals and then promodeller wash. I think this is my best model so far and I am very happy with the results. I will take some better pics soon for the Critique Corner. The contrasts are not as harsh to the eye as they are to this camera! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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