1/72 Yamato - or a steep learning curve!

russclark · Post by **russclark** » Fri Nov 21, 2014 1:30 pm

looking good ,I think you have been at this for about 6 years,that is dedication ,when she is finished you will hve a model you can realy be proud of

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Wed Dec 24, 2014 2:46 am

thanks russ clark!

Its beginning to come together.
Whats left, guard rails, middle deck, a bit more on the electrics, and then the painting detail work
last bit of plastic work left are 4 more boat davits, some individual 25mm guns and sand bags
I think, with current funds crises (chrissy pressies first!), i am hoping for a march commissioning
photos to come (after dinner)

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Wed Dec 24, 2014 3:25 am

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Wed Dec 24, 2014 3:26 am

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Wed Dec 24, 2014 3:29 am

I am experimenting with the color scheme for the aircraft handling area, trying to recreate the cement covering.
not sure yet what I will do yet

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Wed Dec 24, 2014 3:30 am

I found a pete too!, want more, but no more funds for a month

sad face

thomastmcc · Post by **thomastmcc** » Tue Jan 27, 2015 1:48 pm

any more update mate ?

thomas

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Sat Feb 14, 2015 1:57 am

oh hi!

not much lately, however the electrics are almost right now, its been a huge struggle.
The gun servos were dragging too much power, and also a lot of interference .
But i think almost sorted now.
money shortages too..............

however i hope a last run home is now do able

I hope to finish 3 months time

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Tue Mar 03, 2015 1:17 am

A snag

Ordered more deck planking, 4 mm wide

As you can see, if you count the strips, the new stuff wasn't 4 mm.............

have to wait for pay day for more now............(and thats 96 dollars down the drain)
crap.

HvyCgn9 · Post by **HvyCgn9** » Tue Mar 03, 2015 7:36 am

Try these guys I got my planking from them http://www.modelshipyard.com.au/timbers ... /limewood/

Lime wood strips 4mm x 1mm x 950mm $0.86 each I ordered from em and it turned up in less than 7 days.

Cheers Bruce

thomastmcc · Post by **thomastmcc** » Tue Mar 03, 2015 10:37 am

still looking good mate .. pm back ..

thomas

Post by **ModelMonkey** » Tue Mar 03, 2015 12:55 pm

Your build is magnificent!

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Sat Mar 07, 2015 1:22 am

thanks for comments

waiting for new strips, which will have to be on next pay day.
2 lost week ends of work

in the mean time, a few more photos, just to retain enthusiasm

herbieham · Post by **herbieham** » Sat Mar 07, 2015 1:23 am

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thomastmcc · Post by **thomastmcc** » Sat Mar 07, 2015 8:48 am

shes looking great mate ...

Neptune · Post by **Neptune** » Sun Mar 08, 2015 6:37 am

Looks nearly finished, although I know it's probably missing a lot of small detail. Anyway looks great! Love the overview and the shot overlooking the forward deck! Good luck with finishing her!

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