The diesel nine

[Jesus]

Engine mount. Note the Tamiya crear coat effect in the "fake metal" surfaces.

Not bad... but in my opinion can´t compare with the real metal adhesive paper.

Engines are snap fitted but not yet glued. I will glue them at the end.

[YOAVHOZMI]

beautiful....well done.

YOAV

[aki]

It looks gorgeous, Jesus!!! I love your both the ACP and APU exhaust especially. Regarding the fairing of the rudder trim tab actuator, IMHO, it looks twice as big and distorted. Refer to the attached pic and figures. It's just FYI!

[Marterair]

Originally Posted by Jesus

A few more pics. I include also the first test for the cockpit of the forthcoming "Pocket rocket",(nothing to do with the dc-9 but I show you). Note also the internal formers like the real ones with the steel soul ring and foam I was referring some posts ago.

Im looking forward to the 'pocket rocket'

[Jesus]

Not too much today... Starting with the stabilizers in the same way that with the tail. Note in the last picture the clear glossy coat ONLY in the leading edge that simulates the bare metal. This will be done in all the plane but only in the surfaces that simulate the metal. The rest of the model will remain satin as per the white printed paper adhesive by default.

[shipbuild]

The realism and precision of your work is amazing. What a delight to follow your progress.

[Jesus]

Elevator in place for testing. Not glued, just attached.

Trim works like in the real plane.

[Jesus]

And detailing the elevator tips. Will be finished with white paint

[Jesus]

And the very first test of the fuselage sections. All attached but not glued. Everything is ok.

[aki]

Hey Jesus! I really love your way of expression!! I believe that it's not just a model but an art and you've set a new standard!! I'm looking forward to seeing your next step!!!