Revell Space Shuttle 1:144 Build

[Sweet-Chuck]

Needed something to do over the winter, so I decided to try a model. There are three white sprues, 1 clear sprue, a variety of shuttle decals, and instruction book. The book appears to be clear and notated well. I Noticed decent amount of flash right away on many pieces. I cut the first few pieces out to see how the fit was, and I think it's going to give me some challenges. Did some sanding and filing which helped a bit. I think I'll spray prime the entire sprues to make it easier, then figure out the best time to paint pieces or sub assemblies. We'll see how this goes....

 

[urumomo]

Welcome Aboard !

 

[BarleyBop]

Nice! and welcome!
I've only been active here since mid-December, but I can tell you the water's nice!

Hope you'll pay particular attention to that Canadarm!

 

[Pantherman]

Needed something to do over the winter, so I decided to try a model. There are three white sprues, 1 clear sprue, a variety of shuttle decals, and instruction book. The book appears to be clear and notated well. I Noticed decent amount of flash right away on many pieces. I cut the first few pieces out to see how the fit was, and I think it's going to give me some challenges. Did some sanding and filing which helped a bit. I think I'll spray prime the entire sprues to make it easier, then figure out the best time to paint pieces or sub assemblies. We'll see how this goes....

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Hi and welcome to the forum. Pantherman

 

[Sweet-Chuck]

Well, there are 4 white sprues, not 3, lol. Didn't really know if it would be better to paint before assembly, or afterwards. Going to do a bit of both so if I build another I'll lnow better. The two parts that make the fuselage took a fair amount of filing to line up decently. Using general purpose craft paint because it's here and I didnt want to invest a bunch of $ in model paint for this one kit. I'll reevaluate that stance in the future if need be. It isn't ideal and doesnt lay down like I want, bit it will do enough to bring this girl to life.

 

[BarleyBop]

"To infinity, and beyond!"

 

[Sweet-Chuck]

Have been repainting and touching up parts I've already painted, so not much to share. I've been researching model paints because these craft paints clearly are not up to the task, lol.

 

[C.A. Whitecloud]

This looks like a cool project. I've been wanting to do something other than cars (and Star Trek), and my wife does not like me doing military (WAR) models. I concede, mostly. Doesn't hurt to have a few Corsairs and Zeros in the stash though. Besides this is NASA baby. Anyway, welcome and I'll be following along.

 

[Sweet-Chuck]

This looks like a cool project.

I wanted to get the Tamiya 1:100 shuttle model, but $60+ plus a longer delivery time caused me to pause. From what Ive read, this Revell is easier and was under $30, so figured this would be the one to test the waters with. I think it would be sweet to have a nicely done shuttle model hanging from the ceiling in my office, bay doors open and facing the floor.

 

[Sweet-Chuck]

A few pieces painted and/or repainted

 

[Steve Ski]

Fine project, excellent progress!

 

[BarleyBop]

Hey, how about having a tethered astronaut dangling from your shuttle?!

Found these on eBay, (no affiliation)
https://www.ebay.com/itm/356028206271
I think they have them in 144th...

 

[Sweet-Chuck]

Looks like putty and sandpaper will be needed in the future. The fit is.....challenging at times. Although, maybe all models are like this? Anyway, what grit sandpaper is most common for modeling?

 

[TimM63]

I usually use 400-600 grit on putty and seams. I don't use anything courser than 400 grit as it takes too much material away. I will go down to 2000 grit if wet sanding paint.