Interesting video. Loved the way you talked your way through it! 😁 One thing I would add is that you should clean the hub of rust and other debris so the brake drum runs true. If the drum is off at all, it can cause brake pulsations. Also, always torque the wheel lugs in a star pattern, so the wheel is tight against the drum
@dansmith76172 күн бұрын
Thanks for the additions. Very good points I should attend to! -Dan
@mpetersen64 күн бұрын
Dampen the paper. Roll it over the chosen diameter just to start. Blast it with a hair dryer. I've done it in the past.
@dansmith76174 күн бұрын
SMART! I've tried wetting things but no drying. Great idea... -Dan
@mpetersen64 күн бұрын
@@dansmith7617 Make sure you try it on scrap first!
@rolandpedraza13416 күн бұрын
Dan, it's a work of art buddy, thanks for the tips. I'm still curious how to assemble and how to install the landing gears in place. Looking just wonderful.
@dansmith76176 күн бұрын
Same here, Roland! There are some more struts that go in there for support but not sure yet how it will all fit/look good. More work to come! Thanks again for commenting etc. -Dan
@fishbarbeque85406 күн бұрын
Your amazing dan! This model has been GREAT to watch!
@gregoryperry48246 күн бұрын
I start with a much larger diameter rod and roll it, then step down to a smaller diameter and repeat. Continue stepping down in diameter until you are at the right diameter. Then I hit the ends with CA and the final seams if a long piece.
@fishbarbeque85406 күн бұрын
WOW!!! Ill try this next time!
@dansmith76176 күн бұрын
Smart as usual, Greg. Thanks for the tip. Next time! See you at the convention? -Dan
@gregoryperry48246 күн бұрын
@dansmith7617 still planning on being there.
@dansmith76176 күн бұрын
@@gregoryperry4824 👍
@randyherbrechtsmeier97697 күн бұрын
A different way to do a paper model. Everybody's a expert on what to do. Looks Good. I'd use Spackleing or Balsa lite filler. Looks like a pain in the Ass. I've built paper kits I enjoy them
@dansmith76176 күн бұрын
Many ways to do it, Randy. I used some spackle on this machine too. Tried lots of things. So far, it's going along well. We'll see if I mess it up from here! 🤣 Thanks for looking and commenting. -Dan
@constpegasus8 күн бұрын
Love your German aircraft.
@dansmith76177 күн бұрын
Thank you Pegasus! They are rather beautiful. This one is purposeful and darn neat looking. I appreciate the view and comment very much...-Dan
@rolandpedraza13419 күн бұрын
No worries buddy, I do that once in a while, and indeed that Knoller C-II looks beautiful, that's an awesome build. Thank you for the eye candy. God bless :)
@reedrancho10 күн бұрын
Very Cool looking aircraft. Well done. And after reading the comments I now have "the answer"......sorry cant hep maself
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
Hardeeharrharr...You'll be here all week! That's funny. Kind of a dad joke. Love it. I thank you for commenting and looking too! -Dan
@alanfortier456510 күн бұрын
Another incredible build Dan. I love the look of the lozenge pattern and colors on this kit and the spoked wheels look awesome. Were they hard to make?
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
Thank you, Alan. It really looks nicer in person too. The wheels weren't too bad at all. I think there are more elegant ways to make them since I just made a jig, put in an aluminum hub and glued spokes (pulled plastic) between the hub and a wooden rim. I'll make a video but that's the general idea! Thanks for looking and commenting. -Dan
@ivanfet134611 күн бұрын
Where did you buy the model from?
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
I went to the Answer website here: www.answer.pl/en/ Lots of cool models! -Dan
@mpetersen611 күн бұрын
Very nicely done
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
Thank you sir...was a really well designed kit.! -Dan
@stepanjindra147711 күн бұрын
It is amazing! The wheel rigging...
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
Hi Stepan! I'll make a video showing how I did it. It wasn't elegant but did the job. They look pretty nice in person! Thanks for looking and commenting. -Dan
@fishbarbeque854011 күн бұрын
AMAZING!!!!!!! Your hands have such fine detailing skill!
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
Thanks, BBQ. The wheels just took time but were not really difficult. I'll put up a tutorial video. There are also multiple ways to make those spokes too. Thanks for looking! -Dan
@fishbarbeque854010 күн бұрын
@@dansmith7617 CANT WAIT I've avoided ANYTHING with spokes for lack of skill lol
@neilpapermodels11 күн бұрын
This is really a fantastic job! I hear you with taking a break from the 410. major projects can do that to you. Same with the Lancaster. Cheers my friend. One love.
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
Thanks, Neil. I stopped at the oleo struts. I am no good at making them look nice. Now...no more excuses! Thanks for the support, Neil. Can't wait to see that Lanc. -Dan
@turkeytrac111 күн бұрын
Where do you find these great kits?
@dansmith761710 күн бұрын
www.answer.pl/en/ Straight from ANSWER. It's a really well designed kit. Take a look! Thanks for the comment... -Dan
@constpegasus20 күн бұрын
Thank you for all of this.
@dansmith761720 күн бұрын
You are more than welcome. I'm still learning as I go too! Much appreciate your views and comments. -Dan
@reedranchoАй бұрын
Ya Know, whenever someone does something clever. It always causes me to say, "I could do That" (assuming, I would have ever thought of "that" in the first place). Nice work and your backup spinner explanation worked out just fine. Though after all that, I do feel a little dizzy - but never mind 😃
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, RR. Sometimes when you make videos, you are not too sure how they will actually turn out. Those profiled pretty quickly too. I think the balsa is pretty soft so sanding was a breeze. I too see things all the time on videos and I think...why didn't I think of that? That's why these are so fun. Thanks for the comment and the views... -Dan
@mpetersen6Ай бұрын
When looking at the prop blades on Luftwaffe aircraft their outline always reminds me of feathers.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
I so agree. Kind of thick, too. I'm filling and sanding now. Next time, should be ready to install! Thanks for looking and commenting... -Dan
@rolandpedraza1341Ай бұрын
Awesome! Wonderful tips on the props. God bless.
@czerskipАй бұрын
Masking tape for curves works great for scribing, it's also significantly thicker than the regular tape which makes it great as a guide.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Great idea...it will probably be better than my Tamyia tape too. Thanks for the info! -Dan
@neilpapermodelsАй бұрын
Brilliant idea with the petal spinner formation. so beautiful. will definitely be using this idea to form mine. thank you!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, Neil. I got it on the downloads tab of Paper Modelers. Worked like a charm! -Dan
@stepanjindra1477Ай бұрын
I'm also amazed and definitely will try this.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
@@stepanjindra1477 Hi Stepan...it's super easy and looks nicer than super bright silver paint in most cases. Give it a go! -Dan
@edwardmissouri2216Ай бұрын
Did I miss that part, or did you forget to bleed those brake cylinders before you put the wheels back on? There's a bunch of air in there until you open the bleeder and push out the air with the brake pedal. That would keep your brakes from stopping well, and the pedal would be spongy.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks Edward...I did actually bleed all the brakes. Thank you for letting me know!
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
It just looks better and better.
@stepanjindra1477Ай бұрын
Just wow, work of art. It's amazing how this slightly uneven surface adds to the realistic look of the plane. One of the advantages of paper vs. plastic.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thank you and I sooooo agree! You can see little bulges and ripples and they actually look fine. I guess since these are put together more like the real machine, this makes sense. I appreciate the view and the comments! -Dan
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
My goodness! I just subed to your channel. That modeling is gold! Nice work... -Dan
@stepanjindra1477Ай бұрын
@@dansmith7617 Thank you for kind words and sub. I can tell the same about your modeling. Always great pleasure to watch. Štěpán
@reedranchoАй бұрын
Unmasking of the canopy (to paraphrase a great author) “it is the best of times, it is the worst of times”. The post shading/ weathering came out very well indeed.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thank you so much, ReedRancho...it's turning out as I'd hoped. Now I just can't ruin it with the landing gear, spinners and props! Stay tuned and thanks for the views and comment. -Dan
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
I love 30+ minute videos!!! this is honestley the most relatable highlight in my day so THANK YOU!!! Btw I have the SAME yellow tool, when I saw you had it I thought "lemme ask my sister" and sure enough she had it and gave it to me. The mode is looking INSANE!!!!!!!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, BBQ. It really is looking nice and pretty much like I had hoped. So much better than what it came with. Now that it's been shaded, the ribs and spars don't look as bad either. More to come! And thanks for looking and commenting. -Dan
@MrStoney61Ай бұрын
Just an excellent video!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Well I wish I could stay in the camera! But I'll keep working on it. Thank you for the view and the comment! More to come... -Dan
@neilpapermodelsАй бұрын
First!...for the algorithm!
@neilpapermodelsАй бұрын
Quick everyone! Dan dropped another video....looks so cool with the canopy masking off! Such a beautiful model! Keep going. Can't wait to see how you tackle the wheels. Cheers my friend.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks for the shout out, Neil! This model reminds me of a scorpion or dragon fly with that canopy. Looks nice in person too. Thanks again... -Dan
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
This model went from "Pretty cool" to. "WOW" REALLY fast.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Now I can't ruin it. The codes on the side could be..."interesting"! Thanks for looking again, BBQ. -Dan
@reedranchoАй бұрын
Brilliant! The post-it tape is an outstanding idea.(now I gotta go to the store Again, mumble mumble) Great results all round. I guess I'll have to “stick on” this idea into my “Say. I Could Use this Stuff, I Bet” file.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
RR...it works surprisingly well. I make sure that I spray as perpendicular to the mask as I can so as to not entice paint under the edge but I've had no issues yet. Not sure if I'll use regular tape for the fuselage codes but we'll see! Thanks for looking and commenting...I really appreciate it. More soon! -Dan
@MrStoney61Ай бұрын
Been watching from to beginning. Great video series and it's good to see someone clean their airbrush like I do. Plus, the 410 is the coolest looking aircraft.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
I gotta agree. It's so sinister and clean. The canopy and rear guns are cool too. So far, so good and thanks for watching! -Dan
@reedranchoАй бұрын
Have been amazed that my lack of understanding of paper models had kept me “stuck on plastic” . But am intrigued by the possibilities and varieties I see offered (dang it now I need to learn somethin new) I belive the splinter camo was very sharp in the early years and as the war wore on they made changes in colors and styles. Like you rightly said, its your model so if you like it then that makes it Right. Especially as you are not making a specific aircraft but a general representative. Besides its only paint so if you change your mind you can repaint it. 👍
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, Rancho. This one will just be a representative based on multiple subjects so this gives me a broad range. I sort of like it that way. Both plastic and paper are fun. I guess the main things about paper is low cost, many subjects and putting things together like the real thing. Give it a try at some point but there is a learning curve. Good thing is that you can transfer all of your other modeling skills to paper and it really helps. More soon and thank you for commenting! -Dan
@tmixon-km7olАй бұрын
Dan. If you carefully hold the Model Air paint bottle in one hand, you can apply lateral pressure to the dropper and it will separate from the bottle. Then just pour any leftover paint from your airbrush cup back into the bottle. The Me. Is looking fantastic!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, Tim! I never knew that. By the way...started a new WWI card model. I'll be working on that tonight! I hope all is well... -Dan
@rolandpedraza1341Ай бұрын
My respect to your work Dan, a masterpiece, thank you for the tips, all I can say is "Wow" I do like the way she's coming along.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thank you, Roland. Can't wait for it to be on it's own two legs and weathered. -Dan
@neilpapermodelsАй бұрын
How come it is only 639 loffowers?..You should have a lot more. hoping many will find you.
@neilpapermodelsАй бұрын
loved how this turned out! awesome! really looking better and better. can't even tell it is paper. this is very inspiring Sir Dan. One love.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, Neil. I think the main difference is your much better presence in your videos and they are much better produced! Great lighting, editing etc. Amazing graphics and thumbnails too. Super quality. Mine are sort of made in the garage with some duct tape and a light bulb. 😅I need to learn a thing or two from you! More soon and thanks for the comments. -Dan
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
As for the lines I think they are fine, as for contrast, YESSS add more contrast!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, BBQ. I did another coat of the dark gray and it all looks much better. Started adding decals! More soon...Dan
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
Your literally the ONLY modeler you-tuber who doesent use music!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!! I love the sound of the airbrush, and you moving the model.
@edwardlong189Ай бұрын
I hope you didn’t get overspray on your car!
@arthurjacobs9330Ай бұрын
Ultra Man tee shirt? Awesome!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
He was the best! I just got a plastic model from Japan of one of the Science Patrol's Jets and it came with a 1/24th scale resin Akiko Fuji figure. Ahhh....childhood. Thanks for looking and noticing, Arthur! 🤣 -Dan
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
This has been awesome!!!!! I can't wait to see more of this plane! the painting is the best part.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Stay tuned, FishBBQ! I may try some top painting tonight or at least figure out which colors to use...it'll be fun. Thank you again for the interaction and checking out these videos. -Dan
@fishbarbeque8540Ай бұрын
Now zis is detail!!!!!!! Awesome.
@gregoryperry4824Ай бұрын
To the two previous posts: sometimes what's printed does not result in a good looking model. I built Angraf's Famo and there was no way to build it nicely without paint. So far, so good Dan!
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Thanks, Greg. Maybe see you on Saturday? -Dan
@edwardlong189Ай бұрын
Dan, this is a great series, however I think you’ve gone a bit over the top. The beauty of card model building (for me anyway) is that you don’t need to paint. I learned a lot from the series and your other endeavours. Looking forward to seeing more.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
I think you are right, Edward. I marvel at petal spinners and complex curves with cuts that look clean and amazing...when you are really talented! Sometimes I at least cover and repaint spinners and cowlings but I know that others can make them look great. This particular art work on the model was just too child-like and gaudy for my liking plus the colors seemed way off and I don't know how to recolor on a computer so this is my fall back! Thanks for the comments and keep watching...-Dan
@randyherbrechtsmeier9769Ай бұрын
Interesting way to build a Paper kit. I stick what Evers printed.
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
Hello Randy...usually I do as well. It's the safest but this one needed a face lift. All of this panel line stuff is experimental so we'll see how it goes! Stay tuned and thanks for the comment. -Dan
@alantaylor3532 ай бұрын
Could you use thick elastic bands as a guide for the panel lines.? Awesome job by the way.!! 👍 👍 👍
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
THAT is a smart idea! I've used elastic bands to mask off convex spinners for painting. I need to try that. Great idea. Thank you so much for the suggestion. This is just what these videos are for... -Dan
@alantaylor353Ай бұрын
@@dansmith7617 No problem, I hope it works well for you.!! I love your models, you're obviously very skilled. I used to make a lot of military models when I was younger, especially WW2 & cold war war birds. There's just something about that era of aviation when they were making the transition from piston powered props to the jet age that's very intriguing to me.. I've moved on to radio controlled models now, mostly scale off road vehicles like Land Rover, Jeep, rock buggies etc, on road & a few aircraft. RC aircraft are incredibly easy to fly these days because of the autopilot that keeps the aircraft in a safe attitude & won't let you get into trouble. You can turn it off or set it so it allows aerobatics but won't let you lose control. They're also extremely durable, I've lawn darted mine a few times & because they're made from compressed foam they just bend straight back.! If you haven't tried an RC aircraft I can't recommend them highly enough, around £100 will get you a good fully aerobatic beginner plane.! (Wltoys XK A-160, it's a beautiful looking Piper Cub or the A-800 is a powered glider with an 800mm wingspan & the XK A-430 is an Extra 3D aerobatic plane.. It can even do a prop hang.! 😉) Please stay safe out there mate & the very best wishes from Scotland 🏴 🙏 ❤️ 📻 🕹️ 🔋 🚗 🚖 🚕 🚔 🚚 🚙 🚘 🚓 🚒 🚑 🚐 🚎 🚤 🚁 🛩️ 👍 👍 👍
@dansmith7617Ай бұрын
@@alantaylor353 Same to you, Alan. I've done lots of RC too and it's a blast as well. Mine have always been from wood and tissue etc. "old school" simply because that's how I learned. I wish I'd have had autopilot a few times! Off road stuff sounds fun too. I think I'll need to give that a go as well. All the articulating suspension is intriguing! Thanks for the comments and the views. Much appreciated and stay tuned! -Dan
@aviatorsandastronauts2 ай бұрын
I was looking through my collection of paper kits and I have two different DR1 kits from Orlik including the one you built during this video.
@dansmith76172 ай бұрын
Great!! Start making it and show it off at the next meeting...😁 See you around! -Dan
@paulschmidtmodels2 ай бұрын
Thanks again for showing this! Gonna go back and start from the beginning
@dansmith76172 ай бұрын
Great, Paul. They aren't exciting, but you do get a good feel for how to stick one of these together. I appreciate the views and comments. Any questions just shout... -Dan