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04-13-22, 08:08 AM | #1 |
Born to Run Silent
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Dragon Models 1/350 Ohio class submarine build
I'm going to start this thread for my Ohio class, I have just started and will add updates here.
Scope: I want to build it out and include a launched missile with LED lights, exhaust cloud, and missile sound. I got the idea for the exhaust cloud and LED lights from this guy and this other guy. I want to add to that by having my lights flicker and having a rocket launching sound fx to go with it. Wish me luck!
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04-14-22, 08:18 PM | #2 |
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Dragon Models 1/350 Ohio class submarine w/ launching missile build
Yeah, I have color confusion on the Ohio, I guess I am supposed to mix three paints for the hull? That's a first for me.
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04-14-22, 09:53 PM | #3 |
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Neal;
Trust me. Insignia Red. Testor's enamel if you can find it. I verified the color by holding color samples next to a hull. There aren't too many benefits to pulling shipyard duty, so you take what you can get. For bonus points, lay down a base coat of medium to dark gray primer then follow up with some full coats of *straight* Insignia Red. Last edited by ET2SN; 04-14-22 at 10:11 PM. |
04-15-22, 07:14 AM | #4 | |
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Here are some of these tools from a Danish hobby page https://www.scanhobby-webshop.dk/sho...ang-8979p.html Then you need this https://www.scanhobby-webshop.dk/sho...-15-8766p.html Edit Forgot something-Sometimes another colour producer has the colour you need. Like ET2SN proposal-I don't know how close the colour is to the real thing and I don't know how exactly you want this red colour shall be. End edit Markus
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04-15-22, 07:55 AM | #5 |
Born to Run Silent
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thanks, guys, with your help.
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04-15-22, 12:27 PM | #6 |
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1. Do not rush
2. Take one step at the time 3. Don't hesitate to ask-There ain't things like stupid question when it comes to hobbies. 4. There's lots of model builder expert on yt. Pick one and only one or you will get confused, 'cause their method may be different. Markus
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04-15-22, 06:28 PM | #7 |
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Preach it, my brother.
Build the special effects stuff first as a "prototype" to make sure it will work and that you like the effect before you commit to adding it to your kit. I'm convinced most of those YouTube models only have to last until they upload the video. Besides, its not like the good old days when all you had to do was go to a hobby store or dept. store and find stacks of this kit on the shelf. Oh, before I forget. If you plan to build it with a couple of tubes open, but not launched, the tube caps look really good painted in an old Mopar color called "(Go) Man,go" orange. You could also paint them a plastic-looking industrial blue. The black paint is also easy, if you can find it. I swear by "black chrome trim" paint. Just the right amount of matte and gloss but remember to add some contrast to areas like non-skid. If you REALLY want to go crazy, find some photo etch to add hood pins to a 1/24th-25th car kit. The "plate" that gets attached to the hood of the car makes a great stand-in for main and aux sea water inlets and outlets. Good luck and steady fingers. Last edited by ET2SN; 04-15-22 at 06:37 PM. |
04-15-22, 06:53 PM | #8 | |
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His name is Nigel The video I link to is part 11 of his Lancaster 1:48 build. Markus
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04-15-22, 07:20 PM | #9 |
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I like Nigel, but he really needs to learn how to work with a script.
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04-15-22, 07:34 PM | #10 | |
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Do you follow his livestream build of the 1:32 Lancaster ? next episode Monday 18th April End of an off topic comment Markus
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04-15-22, 08:27 PM | #11 |
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I only follow his channel for Jess the terrier.
Seriously, I would love to sit down with Nigel over some beers to talk about the the B-52. |
04-16-22, 06:53 AM | #12 |
Born to Run Silent
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Yes, agreed, I am setting up the missile launch FX to be detachable as well.
I drilled out the hole where the original stand goes and through a missile tube for the wiring. I'll use a piece of sprue for the missile support.
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04-18-22, 02:23 PM | #13 |
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Got the hull together and finally gotten all the little missile hatches assembled, nerve-wracking business.
Next, will put the shellback and hatches on the hull and primer, fix any bad seams or putty issues (my bane) and paint. Meanwhile, I've got the sound module and LED set up. Found a few rocket launching, missile launched mp3s, will mix them for the prefect sound fx. Also started working on the base. |
04-20-22, 01:03 PM | #14 |
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Hey Neal, before I forget again:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/mulsannemik...1&_ipg=&_from= Grab a couple of screws for your boomer. Very detailed, very accurate, but very delicate (which is why you'll want two). |
04-21-22, 07:25 AM | #15 |
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