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Guillows Series 800 - Stearman PT-17 by plasticbuddha. Viewed 897 times.
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plasticbuddha | 13-Aug-07 15:55 | |
plasticbuddha | 13-Aug-07 16:00 | I apologize for the volume of photos in the build. It's tedious but I thought I'd share whatever ideas I come up with during the build process. My reference photos show that the seat is light gauge steel; four sheets that were formed and then riveted together. The edges are rolled around a rod. I should have used solder wire to replicate that but I decided to try with balsa wood. Glued a strip of 1/32 x 1/16 along the edge. I had to soak the wood with water to get it to soften. I might try Windex with ammonia next. |
cdwheatley | 13-Aug-07 17:26 | No need to apologize! It's always fascinating to see other modellers builds. Keep up the good work. |
jerry campbell | 14-Aug-07 00:22 | I especially owe thanks for these photos. I've only bult two seats and neither came out as good as yours. Seeing yours wll help me on my next project. |
plasticbuddha | 14-Aug-07 00:49 | Thank you both!! :) This is very much a learning and experimenting experience for me (technique-wise) and I hope it might save someone some headaches with their project. As always, I am more than happy to share what little I know. A big "Thank You" to James for this wonderful site!!! |
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