MDT taking one for the (other) team

[MDT]

just as a comparison with another half-finished project, my TSR2 (been like this for a few months..). As you can see the MiG isn't far off in size.

[DavidWomby]

Looks much better with the nose on! I'm falling foul of fit issues myself on this GB.

David

[DavidWomby]

You're very quiet. Hopefully your getting along OK as the Mig-25 is such a spectacular looking machine.

David

[DavidWomby]

Awfully quiet over here. I hope all's well?

David

[MDT]

Sorry work has taken over a fair bit (lovely 70 hr week of nights up to last weekend) but I now have air intakes fitted so technically a complete airframe...the sanding and filling effort is to begin Hope you all have shares in Polyfiller! Sorry its too scary for pictures:( this is definitely a close call.

[DavidWomby]

Don't you just hate how real life keeps intruding on the really important stuff of modelling .

Sorry to hear you've been overworked. I hope you have strength left for sanding.

David

[MDT]

Think I'll need it! Back at work this evening but I'm hoping to make some progress tomorrow.

[MDT]

Quick update...got a good start with the major job of sanding and filling... Then I manage to drop it off a shelf! Damage nothing major with a wing loosened. I had to remove it completely and reset it so now I'm leaving it over night to dry. Not looking great to complete tomorrow TBH. :(

[DavidWomby]

John says we can extend a bit - do you need a few extra days?

David

[MDT]

If no one has a problem I'd happily take an offer of extra time. I'm working day shifts this week so I have my evenings to get this brute finished!

[DavidWomby]

Take the time. Do you think it will be done this week?

David

[MDT]

Yes definitely achievable and appreciated. Still sanding away so I can at least get a priming layer on later.

[MDT]

Ok, this is the state of play tonight...I have jet pipes and undercarriage fitted...no wheels but they are painted and ready.
Major bit of painting tomorrow!

If it looks a bit rough that's because it is!

[DavidWomby]

Looks impressive though.

David

[MDT]

Got some airbrushing done this evening but still alot to do! Not had time to do any pictures...an extra issue I found is despite a mild soap was paint coverage has been a nightmare as it just seems to still have a greasy surface.