I find a medical syringe is perfect for applying a
precise bead of the filler and paint mix.
A ‘V’ pointed blade and flexible plastic strip
were used to rectify any damaged panel lines.The kit filter housings are too long and need to be
‘cut and shut’.On the French ‘HAP’, I decided to depict the version with the horizontal stabilizer positioned further forward
which required some surgery. First, the location was marked and drilled, then the holes were joined and
shaped to receive the stabilizer.
The stabilizer was cut in half and rods inserted with corresponding holes drilled. The two parts were inserted
from each side of the fuselage using the rods as a strong alignment. The gap at the root on each side required
a little filling and smoothing.With some final fine
sanding and
preparation it was
time to prime the twin
Tigers using black Mr
Surfacer thinned with
Levelling thinner.