Posted by Alex Lee on March 16, 1998 at 22:16:57 in klunix13.shell.com.my:
In Reply to: Several detailing questions posted by Scott Shoji on March 16, 1998 at 06:43:27:
: I am almost halfway through the building stage and have
: a few questions. I would appreciate any suggestions or
: hints.
: 1. I was thinking of filling the windows with Microscale Kristal Klear or using clear plastic behind the windows.
: 2. I have filled all of the rigging holes in the decks (too large) and was planning to use model railroad wire eyebolts to fasten the lines down to.
: 3. The lifeboats are formed together on a single part. Should I cut the davits off, fill the groove in the deck and mount the boats separately?
: 4. I have made the compass tower from the Gold Medal Models Plus kit, but the stock stairways seem too short.
: 5. The deck benches look okay from a distance, but I would prefer something more realistic.
: Thanks.
Hi, Scott,
For windows on your model, Roy Mengot has the following advice :
"Use clear acetate cut from document protectors and cement these to the backside of all
windows (after painting). When the light hits it just right,
you can see the glint off the glass and it gives the model some life."
Check out Roy's excellent Titanic modelling guide through Sean's links or connect direct via:
http://www.flash.net/~rfm/MODELING/guide.html