I’m using 0.5mm plaplates for the thin panels on top while using 1.2mm plates underneath for a sturdier build. I use tamiya extra thin cement to bond them together.
As for the knife, i merely use an off the shelf hobby knife. nothing fancy. I actually cut my plates really oversized first, then use one cut to shave off the corners. i avoid using…[Read more]
Just simple ruler and sharp cutting knife. To make it symmetrical, just use the same geometry from one side to the other and then cut both identical pieces individually. Put them together temporarily with tape and sand them together.
Just simple ruler and sharp cutting knife. To make it symmetrical, just use the same geometry from one side to the other and then cut both identical pieces individually. Put them together temporarily with tape and sand them together.
Ok thanks for the info. Is there a brand or blade type you recommend?
What is the thickness of your styrene? Sorry about the questions I just have tried many ways of getting good symmetrical pieces and have always had issues.
I’m using 0.5mm plaplates for the thin panels on top while using 1.2mm plates underneath for a sturdier build. I use tamiya extra thin cement to bond them together.
As for the knife, i merely use an off the shelf hobby knife. nothing fancy. I actually cut my plates really oversized first, then use one cut to shave off the corners. i avoid using…[Read more]
When i say matte finish, i meant that for the non-metallic parts of the model. I also noticed after uploading the images that there is a big hole in between the panels and break disk. I could probably add some more details on there to me it look engine-like.
When i say matte finish, i meant that for the non-metallic parts of the model. I also noticed after uploading the images that there is a big hole in between the panels and break disk. I could probably add some more details on there to me it look engine-like.
I finally got my package. I immediately started applying the photo etched parts from the porche detail sheet and I’m really loving the rich details it’s bringing in to the inner frame.
Also got the other supplies that I need to assemble soon.
Painting tests day 3. I’m loving this gun metal paint. My iPhone photos can’t do it justice. I’m liking the contrast it has with the semi-glossy armor panels. It will pop out…
What do you use to cut the plastic pieces you fabricated into that part? They are very symmetrical and perfect.
Just simple ruler and sharp cutting knife. To make it symmetrical, just use the same geometry from one side to the other and then cut both identical pieces individually. Put them together temporarily with tape and sand them together.
Ok thanks for the info. Is there a brand or blade type you recommend?
What is the thickness of your styrene? Sorry about the questions I just have tried many ways of getting good symmetrical pieces and have always had issues.
I’m using 0.5mm plaplates for the thin panels on top while using 1.2mm plates underneath for a sturdier build. I use tamiya extra thin cement to bond them together.
As for the knife, i merely use an off the shelf hobby knife. nothing fancy. I actually cut my plates really oversized first, then use one cut to shave off the corners. i avoid using…[Read more]
Alright! Thanks going to have to attempt this again!