Sist Fw 190 make over

[dave tilbury]

had this 1/5 scale Fw 190 for sometime.....brought second hand.....i didn't like the colour scheme applied so been on and off for the past 5 years...lol.......but now need to finish it before starting a new project.....had to remove the old paint work first....good old nitromors......removes most things....over the past few weeks been applying the new scheme 'black 8'.....need to complete the interior which is all done and fuel proof ready for the spring

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[Dave Parry]

Looking good there Dave, that looks like a good article for the Journal, i love revamp story's its great to see an old model bought back to life.

Keep up the good work.

PS... If anyone would like to contribute to our Magazine with any building or painting techniques, I would love to here from you, don't be shy share your skills with your fellow modellers. You know how to contact me if you fancy having ago.

[dave tilbury]

thanks Dave......i'll post some more when it's finished.....cheers

[stuart knowles 1611]

Its looks mighty fine Respect!
Very brave to apply NitroMoors to the composite surface, never tried it on GRP but I know that its aggressive stuff.
I look forward to seeing the next photos.

regards,
Stu Knowles

[Arthur Fielding]

Hi
For what is worth Nitro moors do a paint stripper for use on GRP used it in my boating days
Most good boat charlenders should have it.
Reguards
Arthur.

[dave tilbury]

the nitromors didn't seem to damage the surface.....tested it first but then went mad with it....certainly got rid of the paint!
now comes the installation of the interior.....made most of the parts...used lithoplate mostly....need to add some more....support for the armour plate for one.....pilot can't wait to climb in...

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[dave tilbury]

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[dave tilbury]

some more paint removed with carpet tape....light wire wool in areas.....first wash...more to come

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