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Dennis E.Sep 29, 2022 Share
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Chapter 1

Getting Started

Sep 29, 2022

This 1/4 scale model flies great and looks great in the air.

Chapter 1: Getting Started
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Chapter 2

Mechanics

Sep 29, 2022

A few shots of the mechanics, rotor head and skid mount.

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Chapter 3

Canopy Cut Outs

Sep 29, 2022

Large cuts make up most of the main canopy.

Chapter 3: Canopy Cut Outs
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Chapter 4

Mechanics Installation

Sep 29, 2022

Fascinating drive system and dummy motor cowling.

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Chapter 5

Rear Tanks & Misc.

Sep 29, 2022

Iconic rear tanks adorn the rear of the canopy.

Chapter 5: Rear Tanks & Misc.
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Chapter 6

Additional Canopy Detail

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Making the canopy seamless.

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Chapter 7

Last Details Before Priming

Sep 29, 2022

Here are miscellaneous shots of detail work before priming.

Chapter 7: Last Details Before Priming
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Chapter 8

Prime Time

Sep 29, 2022

Priming the model

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Chapter 9

Bring the Color

Sep 29, 2022

Painted parts.

Chapter 9: Bring the Color
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Chapter 10

Beauty Shots

Sep 29, 2022

Finished!

Chapter 10: Beauty Shots
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