Scratch built Heath Parasol

Started by Michael, March 04, 2017, 08:49:30 AM

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Michael

Upper front fuselage.

A few formers, a support beam, and very carefully cut surface-skins.

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Michael

I think I like this finish better.

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bweaver

That is going to be amazing if you replicate that finish.

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Dummy engine cylinders.

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sihinch

Serious comment......they look very realistic. Well done.

TEMAC comment.....looks like 4 hot dogs!

Michael

Back to the wing.

Preparing servos, hinging, etc, before top skins.
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Michael

Top of wing is 'covered' or 'skinned'. No special technique is used; just very careful cutting and gluing.

Ailerons installed.
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Michael

Motor compartment painted black, motor installed, and bottom front fuselage covered.

Major construction finished; total weight approx. 17 ounces.

Still to do: paint, scale details, carve a pilot, windshield, finish battery compartment.

Michael

Michael

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Painting started. This is much more difficult and time consuming than I thought.

The fuselages sides are first painted a very light baby-blue-tinted white, and then dark blue on top.

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bweaver

Looking great.  I see the sponge brushes. Are you sponge brushing and not spray painting?

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Michael

A bit more painting.

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octagon

What could possibly go wrong?

bweaver

I was showing my wife the last picture of what you have done and explained the construction and painting techniques. 

Her comment... "I will never complain about your workbench again Bruce."

Thanks for the update Michael.  Once again, very helpful.  ;D

Michael

Detail work: Wheel covers and control panel.

Michael