Airfix new tool 1/24 Spitfire Mk.IXc Build. Part Thirteen

[@davep4703]

Please Nigel I know I talk for hundreds of guys out here in model build land, so please keep talking about all the issues you find during the build process it's what sets you apart from the others that keeps so watching. Kind Regards Dave Porter, London

[@arthurmee]

As a noob at modelling apart from my few years of making Airfix aircraft several decades ago, I do value your detailed and descriptive building videos. Keep it up sir.😊

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Many thanks!

[@ianhay8938]

Nice catch on the thickness on the parts, makes it easier for us to get it right. Great work.👍👍👌

[@PfingstiH]

Great tech tip with the Mr. Surfacer at the horizontal stabilizers. Thanks!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad it was helpful!

[@100yojimbo]

Don't know what to say,I am very impressed with what you have done in this installment Nigel 👍👍😁😁

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks 👍

[@markoldreive]

Well I could say another great video but, that was a masterclass in finding a issue and overcoming it to achieve the result you and I expect many more modellers will want to get, namely fitted yet removable engine covers. Again brilliant work Nigel.👍👌👏

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks for that!

[@ralphford4302]

Brilliant job of sizing up the situation and crafting a solution to the frames, the end result will definitely have been worth the effort - bravo Nigel

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks Ralph.

[@davegiles2344]

Great work Nigel especially the engine panels 👌

[@goranwinterkvist667]

I´m not a modeller myself (retired musician) so i+m following your bulding just for fun. I´m really empressed with how you want everyting to be correct! And as you say; There is a fast forward button. Keep up the good work, Nigel!😇

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Wow, thank you!

[@TrevorsWorkbench]

Honestly, I am one of those that wish you would just get on with it but, if I have a problem with it, I can always fast forward or watch something else. You be you and keep up the great and detailed videos and I will continue to watch to get the tips and tricks I need!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Oh Trevor, I wish more were like you lol...

[@FinsburyPhil]

Another masterclass Nige, thank you.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Very welcome

[@peterjenks5451]

Nigel, this is your best video ever, enormous help!

[@richielamb2733]

If I had half of your modelling skills Nigel I’d be happy 👌got home from work to a nice envelope….first time I’ve seen them up close ….wow 😮thank you so much mate .

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Enjoy Richie.. i need pics of it installed...

[@richielamb2733]

@@NigelsModellingBench It’s going to be the next build up on my bench mate , just got to finish my Harrier first , but I intend to do the cockpit first on the viper so as soon as it’s built I’ll show it and tag you in it mate 👍

[@christopherriley3796]

I love all the detail, Nigel!

[@tronmcconnell4465]

Nigel, As I've said before, I keep watching to learn from your techniques. I understand your approach may be only one of several ways to solve a problem, but the more different ways I learn in how to deal with problems, the better modeller I may end up being. I'm not too proud to say "I don't know everything - please share information with me." As I tell the teenage students I work with, "The only stupid question is the question you don't ask." Keep up the good work, and I really appreciate the engineering approach you have taken to addressing the engine cover framework thickness issue.

[@michaelnaven213]

I am just an out of the box builder and have always sanded the parts to fit. This video was absolutely fascinating on how you find the problem and worked out a solution. Masterful work Nigel.👏👏👏👍😁👍👍

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Awesome, thank you Michael.

[@marty9006]

Wow. The work you did to make the frames and panels fit was outstanding. You make really difficult and intricate work look far easier than it really is. Brilliant. Your patience should be a lesson to many; it certainly is to me. Anyway, thanks again for a thoroughly entertaining video. Cheers Martin

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thank you very much!

[@eggweed_productions]

Nigel - thanks for the info on the engine covers - I have yet to start mine and I'm equally determined to have mine removable. I know the designer in the Airfix presentation said it was possible, but didn't say how. So your video series is a goldmine!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad to help. i guess anything is possible.. with a little knowledge, the right tools and skill???

[@eggweed_productions]

@@NigelsModellingBench haha - you’re a brave man doing that and filming it! Doing the thinking for me!

[@brendongunnell1299]

Really brilliant bit of modelling there mate, pinning those cowl sides could not have been an easy job...this is why I love watching your videos, there is ALWAYS something new to learn😉👌👍

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thank you so much 😀

[@peskybobcat]

My kit showed up today it came all the way from France I am in Kentucky USA apparently this kit is not readily available I will be watching your build a few times to keep me out of trouble

[@Der-Tag]

That’s one for a T Shirt “Mr Surfacer is our friend”😂

[@monsieurchevrebois9811]

I wandered in to my local shop and asked for some Mr Surfacer. The owner asked "why have you chosen that?". I mentioned Nigel's modelling channel and he replied "ahhhh, another one".

[@lloydmourant8055]

Hi Nigel. Proper modelling skills, great stuff. 👍😎

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Forest_Fifer]

And a belated happy new year to you too...

[@Greg420_scale_models]

Looking great Nigel .

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thanks

[@dkki201]

happy new year from Belgium💥

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Same to you!

[@alanreid2251]

Great video Nigel! This is going to be a great help when I get my kit!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad it was helpful!

[@julianmizzi1295]

Great work Nigel !

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thank you julian

[@mbenn8168]

I always feel a bit ashamed when I watch Nigel - I am often quite happy to say 'That'll do, no one will see that" and I think of times like this perfect wingtip fitting. Nigel would have fainted watching me think 'Sod it, I'll fix that with a sanding stick when it's set tomorrow...' Absolute legend - Between Night Shift's painting an dioramas and your astonishing building techniques, I am in awe, and only too aware of my limitations. Trying to get better each time is the challenge for me. Challenge Accepted!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I think this is a compliment?? lol

[@mbenn8168]

@@NigelsModellingBench This is most definitely a compliment mate - your attention to detail, leaves me absolutely speechless and impressed. And… you have put together a very interesting and well presented channel!

[@stevesstuff1450]

@@mbenn8168 : Don't worry mate; I've been modelling for as long as Nigel - roughly, and I'm more in your camp of the "sod it, that'll do", but having been watching Nigel for a couple of years, I am paying much more attention to seams, etc, and it shows on the end result.....he's a great teacher, and his skills are far beyond mine, however, my model making has improved no-end.....Plus there's other KZbinrs that focus more on weathering, etc, that I've picked up a lot from when it comes to armoured vehicles..... fantastic resource; KZbin, and people like Nigel.... 😊 👍

[@johnkelly2098]

Wonderful stuff! I do admire a man who won't be beaten! No bit of plastic is going to get the better of you is it Nigel? Considering the amount of styrene engineering you've done to that engine framework, you have pushed "out of the box" to its limits so a few magnets would probably make little difference. Once again, I take my hat off to you sir. Well played! I can't wait to see some paint going down.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thank you so much for your kind words John. Wait till part 14... not for paint though....

[@davidross1884]

Quality Nigel 👍🏻

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Thank you

[@dougbolton5503]

I really like the idea of constructing removable engine cowlings!!! I wonder if it's possible to do something similar on the Border Model Lanc?? I planned to have one inboard and one outboard engine exposed on the Lanc, but maybe you've got the answer.... :)

[@NigelsModellingBench]

We shall see...

[@nigelthomson4387]

Nigel you appear to be using a crocodile clip to hold the propellor hub backplate internally/ reverse? Can you give more detail please

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I think they are made by infini ?

[@guywilson187]

Hello Nigel, good to see another splendid Spit update. The tidy fit of the front end is certainly testament to your patience and precision. Innovative idea for creating removable cowlings too, well done. I shall hopefully avoid much of that work as mine will be all buttoned up but it's fascinating to see what can be achieved. Now, onto the paint........?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Jackdaw5]

Just discovered you. My goodness, you're a modelling master craftsman. Which you need to be given the subject. I've given up with 'not quite there and never will be' Airfix, save for wallowing in 1970s nostalgia with their Vintage Classics range... Anyway, more power to your elbow!

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Welcome.. and Thank you.

[@russellbower3454]

Can you recommend some magnets to use for the engine cowlings?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Tiny, like 0.5mm thick by 2,mm diameter? Check Amazon

[@monsieurchevrebois9811]

Another great video. On the spinner back plate, it looks as though there are smaller holes that have not been opened up. I drilled out the small indentations on the fuselage bulkheads (or whatever they are called) and they look terrific. Part D11 which holds the seat for example. Should the small holes on the spinner backplate be opened up too ?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I dont think so?

[@monsieurchevrebois9811]

@@NigelsModellingBench Perhaps not. I will try to find an image of the real thing.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I just looked.. they are in fact holes.

[@Ryker06]

Good on you for coming up with a method of securing the cowlings. I have built 3 of the Tamiya 1/32 kits (2 spits and 1 P51) with the removable cowlings. On the first two builds, it was a challenge to eliminate the gaps so that everything buttoned up smoothly and just as importantly, maintaining the option of panels on/off without issues. My last build went smoothly. Curious, is the Airfix kit designed or marketed to have removable engine cowls or is the intent to either be on or off? I don't have the kit yet (still on order), but appears there are no pins/magnets to keep the cowlings in place.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I think it's designed for on or off. There is no way the belly or sides will "hang on" without modification and the top needs to be modified. In part 14 I'll put more finishing touches..

[@WildEye15]

Nigel, Having recieved my kit finally I am following along your build in the older videos, and been fitting the panels at the tail, but I believe mine are different from yours. There is no need for the plasticard tabs you have added, as there is a large L shaped lipp along the top and side edge on both main fuselage sections... Would they change this mid production, or does this just show differences between early test shots etc? its about 2,5mm wide. The fit issue on the tail wheel shaft is wild, I had to almost halve the width to get it to fit with the fuselage closed. Thanks again for your amazing knownledge transfer and advice!

[@WildEye15]

and getting to the end of the video... 0,8mm streched sprue as pins... wow that takes some patience i bet, above my skill level. top job as always.

[@eddiegremlin]

Frankly if I don’t want to watch a time lapse build. I’m following and learning new techniques (to me, at least) so keep up the good work Nigel. Are you going to the Bolton Show on the 22nd?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

No Ed, sorry.. Bolton is a little far for me.

[@SAS672]

Yet another great video Nige! I have finally been able to order this kit Here in Sweden now, so hoping to get it sometime next week, these build videos are going to be invaluable when I get around to starting this lovely kit. I was wondering if you have any info on when there will be cockpit upgrades available for this kit. I have found seatbelts in the right scale, but Airscale have not released anything yet. Keep them coming Nige! All the best .......................Ade

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Hi Ady, I have just received a review sample of the IP from Airscale. I will review it today.

[@SAS672]

Excellent news! look forward to watching it.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Video just editing now.. should be up by 14:00 GMT on 13/01/2023

[@SAS672]

@@NigelsModellingBench Watched the review mate and ordred a set directly, prolem is that bothe the kit I ordered from Airfix and the Cockpit set from Airscale are delayed due to the problems Royal Mail are have with international deliveries. So I'll have to wait. Might well start the new Revell Hurricane which is winging it way to me as we speak.

[@patobryan8613]

Hello Nigel. I find your build videos relaxing. You get a little too detail-obsessed sometimes, but that's who you are. One suggestion: Invest in a better camera system. So much of your detail work is lost to the viewer with your current setup. Holding the work up to the camera usually does nothing to show the subtleties you're explaining (and I watch on a 49-inch high def TV.) I think if you invested in a better camera system, your views would soar. Scale Model Shed is one example. Don't change your style - you're unique - but an investment up front now could pay off big in the end. Thanks Nigel.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I bought a new camera 18 months ago. I'm afraid I am not a photographer or film maker, I am an engineer and modeller. perhaps you could suggest what you think I should change?

[@patobryan8613]

@@NigelsModellingBench Sorry Nigel, but I'm not a photographer either - or a modeler. I'm just an old guy who enjoys your videos. Ideally, your videos would stay as they are, but when you wanted to show fine detail, you would switch to a camera like the one the modeler uses in his Scale Model Shed videos. Sorry I can't be of more help.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I think a photo edited in would do the trick eh?

[@patobryan8613]

@@NigelsModellingBench That might work, yes. Would it be possible to somehow shoot the camera through the magnifying glass you use for fine work?

[@JMHTruck32005]

Am I missing something here? When is this going to be available in the US?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

John Alecs scale modelling has a You Tube channel, he is in the USA and is building it now??

[@Ryker06]

Good question. It isn't easy to find one thru a site in the US. Even with the UK sites where I have found it, it is a preorder. I ended up ordering one thru Hornby's (preorder) - still waiting. Seems they had an initial run and and now playing catchup.

[@JMHTruck32005]

@@Ryker06 Thanks, that's what I was looking for. I thought I was losing my mind trying to do a search for one.