Ye Olde Rocket Forum

Go Back   Ye Olde Rocket Forum > Work Bench > Projects
User Name
Password
Auctions Register FAQ Members List Calendar Today's Posts Search Mark Forums Read


Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
  #11  
Old 05-18-2020, 05:32 PM
scigs30 scigs30 is offline
Master Modeler
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,261
Default

My Manta Bomber is ready for flight, final weight minus engine is 1.73oz. Model has been built with the same techniques I would have used back in the 1980s. White glue for the build, balsa sealer and Glossy White paint only no primer or fillers. I am always amazed how well these old vintage decals perform, this kit is 35 years old. I can honestly say these old decals work better than the newer decals and I don't use any decal solutions. The Jt-80 ring decal is one long wrap on decal and it went on great. Not bad for a 3 day build.
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0060.JPG
Views: 9
Size:  299.2 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0061.JPG
Views: 6
Size:  301.6 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0065.JPG
Views: 22
Size:  401.2 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0066.JPG
Views: 8
Size:  159.4 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0072.JPG
Views: 12
Size:  602.4 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0073.JPG
Views: 8
Size:  637.0 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0075.JPG
Views: 28
Size:  561.7 KB  Click image for larger version

Name:  DSC_0078.JPG
Views: 22
Size:  1.47 MB  
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 05-18-2020, 05:54 PM
ghrocketman's Avatar
ghrocketman ghrocketman is offline
President, MAYHEM AGITATORS, Inc.
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Nunya Bizznuss, Michigan
Posts: 13,443
Default

Looks great !
I have been looking for another on ebay for 2 years with no luck.
__________________
When in doubt, WHACK the GAS and DITCH the brake !!!

Yes, there is such a thing as NORMAL
, if you have to ask what is "NORMAL" , you probably aren't !

Failure may not be an OPTION, but it is ALWAYS a POSSIBILITY.
ALL systems are GO for MAYHEM, CHAOS, and HAVOC !
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 05-18-2020, 06:46 PM
BEC's Avatar
BEC BEC is offline
Master Modeler
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Auburn, Washington
Posts: 3,643
Default

Very nice indeed!
__________________
Bernard Cawley
NAR 89040 L1 - Life Member
SAM 0061
AMA 42160
KG7AIE
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 05-18-2020, 11:42 PM
SCooke123 SCooke123 is offline
Craftsman
 
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 146
Default

Turned out nice!!!! I built one years ago and still haven't flown it.
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 05-19-2020, 09:48 PM
snaquin snaquin is offline
The_Ripper
 
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Louisiana
Posts: 1,941
Default

Wow, that looks great
__________________
Steve Naquin
TRA# 677 L2
NAR# 85518 L2
SAM# 0052

🚀 In Construction: Der Blue Maxx/Minie-Magg 5.5” & Vander-Burn MDRM Clone w/Stickershock23 Custom Decals
🚀 In Paint & Detail: USR Banshee
🚀 In Build Queue: Estes Doorknob w/Vander-Burn Rocketry Upgrade Kit [Sport Decor], Semroc Centurion-F, Semroc Egg Crate
🚀 In Repair: SLS Lil’ Hustler, SLS Aero-Dart 1969 Trim
🚀 Stay Tuned For Fall 2021 Launch Dates
Reply With Quote
Reply


Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:58 AM.


Powered by: vBulletin Version 3.0.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Ye Olde Rocket Shoppe © 1998-2024