Castle Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Looks like this one will turn out to be worth waiting for! Not that I didn't think it would be but it was quite a long wait... Nice one Stefan! All the best, Castle Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 Newsflash, I just compared the loco with the tender. The loco is to dark and it won't do, f###!!! Here we go again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 It's done, will post a pic tomorrow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgman Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Hi Stefan, not to worry, we can wait. I understand the Sistine Chapel took time too :-) Mikkel, don't forget, they had to do it all off scaffolding, so unless Stefan has taken to modelling off stilts with an airbrush it's looking fine! P.S. If you are on stilts Stefan I take my hat off to you sir! Grahame Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Harrison Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 You'll have to settle for a 'like' from me... There isn't an 'I love it!!!' smiley Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 Third time lucky? I hope so, the lining will add the last bit of the puzzle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgman Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Newsflash, I just compared the loco with the tender. The loco is to dark and it won't do, f###!!! Here we go again. Stefan, Why not try leaving the tender in the tunnel then they might both look the same colour? Sorry ! Just out of interest, the small? matter of lining, I have just received an Easi-Liner pen ( Peter Spoerer ) which looks like it might be a useful addition to the tool box. I haven't used one before but having used and worn out soooo many Rotring pens in my working life it might just be what the doctor ordered. Just have to remember not to have a bottle of wine too close by, steady hand and all that ! Grahame Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Harrison Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I too have the easi-liner, but I haven't had much luck with it. I find that the smaller nibs (ie- the ones most useful) keep clogging up, with the result that I get a big bleed of paint to start, and then nothing immediately afterward. Perseverence is key to mastering the tool I guess but I lost heart after a few near-disasters. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 Thanks Grahame! This last coat of paint will, hopefully, be a close match to the tender after the lining is applied. I will take a look at the Easi-Liner pen, sounds interesting. Regards, Stefan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 I too have the easi-liner, but I haven't had much luck with it. I find that the smaller nibs (ie- the ones most useful) keep clogging up, with the result that I get a big bleed of paint to start, and then nothing immediately afterward. Perseverence is key to mastering the tool I guess but I lost heart after a few near-disasters. I used the Uni-Posca paint pen on this loco. I found it to work well as long as there was an edge to follow. On a flat surface, I couldn't do anything with it. Regards, Stefan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Harrison Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I used the Uni-Posca paint pen on this loco. I found it to work well as long as there was an edge to follow. On a flat surface, I couldn't do anything with it. Regards, Stefan I would agree with that. My last loco I used paint pens for the 'flat' bits of lining- the tender and cabside panels- and didn't even go near the boilerbands with them. They like to wander, given half the chance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 I think in olden days they use to let the paint down with lighter fuel then charge the pen it made the paint run evenly, is there anyone on here that knows that trick ?. I've heard about it, never tried. The old tricks are usually the best though. Regards, Stefan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgman Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I've heard about it, never tried. The old tricks are usually the best though. Regards, Stefan Hi Stefan, 81C is quite correct, when I worked at the drawing board in a previous life with "technical pens" lighter fluid was used to help with the flow of ink onto the tracing paper being used. Then along came Mr.Rotring with his pens and inks which made a tremendous difference. If anyone is or considering using an Easi-Liner pen I would advocate using lighter fluid to aid the flow of the paint which should be enamel used straight from the tin ( fresh ideally). Regards Oh! And happy modelling ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgman Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Hey Stefan, I know it's a bit off topic but, that viper your daughters found, it'll probably have been harmless anyway , I reckon it was a Vinscreen Viper that'd fallen off your car ! Ok! I'll get my coat........... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Painting, lining, detailing and varnishing, done. Will mount the body on the chassis, connect the tender and snap some pics tomorrow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 What I said before about waiting until tomorrow, was just crazy talk! Here she is! Thanks for input, views, likes and such! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aberdare Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 That Stefan is superb, or should it be fantastic or simply wonderful, I want one. I have two Wills saints and one is earmarked for this conversion and now having followed this conversion religiously from start to finish I can see ways of overcoming a few issues I was worried about, I still have all that information you sent me last year too so it should be easy for me. When I get time that is. Be proud of it Stefan, there is no reason not to be. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Harrison Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Stunning. Simply stunning. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Thanks Gents! I'm looking forward to your Atlantic, Jim, whenever you decide to start the project. I would use a GBL- boiler/firebox and a Kitmaster cab if starting today, but overall I'm pleased (and relieved) to have a model of North Star! Regards, Stefan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mikkel Posted May 16, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 16, 2014 Wow Stefan, that is very special. Can't even see the RTR origins, it looks like a larger scale. Surely your masterpiece so far! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 It's always good when the used bits aren't too obvious, thanks for that Mikkel! Regards, Stefan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castle Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Hi Stefan, This is simply beautiful - a wonderful piece of work! It is so nice to be able to see this legendary machine 'in the round' as you can only get so much of a 'feel' for it from pictures. I look forward to the 28XX beastie being finished! Lovely job good sir! All the best, Castle Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCuckoo Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 This looks like a belter Stefan. Another really, really nice model. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobhead Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Your kind words are appreciated, Gentlemen! Regards, Stefan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castle Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Hi Stefan, It strikes me that he only thing you are missing is some real coal for your tenders and bunkers. How about I get a piece from Didcot and send it to you? Ok it's not 'authentic' as such but I'll take it straight off No. 5322's tender so from one Churchward locomotive to another... PM me your address and I will pop it in the post. All the best, Castle Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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