AA models 1/48 Chengdu J-7 E

[steve scan]

I know this kit and it is a bit of a challenge, so you have done brilliantly.

 

[flyjoe180]

Nice work Tony, great idea using those gems for the ECM humps.

 

[Snowman]

Looking crisp, bub!!

Velly nice! :D

 

[yak face]

Well a combination of cold weather , dark nights and the busiest time of the year for me at work have really slowed the build down. The frustrating thing is its almost finished apart from piddly little bits . I managed to get a bit of time in the shed today though so heres the latest . Ive been adding tiny details like the ' Odd Rods' IFF antennae on the tail and under the fuselage from brass rod , various blade aerials and the static dump wicks on the tail,elevators and wings (toothbrush bristles are perfect for these) . once ive finished with the tiny bits its just a case of adding the pitot , weapons and a final coat of varnish to seal everything in . heres a few pics

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[colin m]

Looking nice Tony. Great detail with all those extras.

 

[flyjoe180]

Looks great Tony. It's strange but I also find my builds stall at the fiddly tiny bits.

 

[tr1ckey66]

Another fabulous eastern bloc jet. Great tip with tooth brush bristles.

Looking forward to the finished thing.

Cheers

P

 

[yak face]

A final push yesterday and I got this one finished . Heres a few pics to round off the build thread , I'll put the rest on a 'completed ' post, thanks to everyone whos been watching , i admire your patience!! , cheers tony View attachment 94599

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[Ziper_it]

Great job Tony