Post by Daremo on Oct 7, 2012 19:12:08 GMT -5
Step 1. Tools and Supplies:
Wire Cutter
Small Saw
Hobby Knife
Tweezers
Super Glue
Sand Paper/File
3/32" Tube
2 jackstay eyebolts 1/16" x 1/2" (modelexpo-online.com - MS0428)
Chain 21 links per inch (modelexpo-online.com - MS0480)
Step 2. Cut:
Take the 3/32" tube and cut 2 sections (5/16") with the saw. Using the saw will allow you to avoid any crushing of the tube when you cut it. Sand the ends of both tubes. Using the wire cutter, cut a 2" section of chain.
Step 3. Attach:
First, we'll attach the chain to the eyebolts. I take a hobby knife to open the jackstay eyebolt up (pics here post #5). Then stick the long end of the eyebolt through the chain until it reaches the eye and close it back up with your fingers or tweezers. Repeat this 1 more time so you end up with a section of chain with eyebolts on each end. Now take one of the tubes that you cut and glue one eyebolt to the end of it. Glue the other eyebolt to the other section.
Step 4. Paint:
Once everything has been attached and the glue has dried, it's time to paint. I'm using Testors Model Masters Acrylics. First, prime the weapon. Then paint the whole thing flat black. Paint the chains steel. Once the paint dries, seal it with Testors Glosscote or Dullcote.
Step 5. Detail:
Alternatively, you can add detail like bands to the ends. Don't forget you can fill the holes with green stuff too.
Wire Cutter
Small Saw
Hobby Knife
Tweezers
Super Glue
Sand Paper/File
3/32" Tube
2 jackstay eyebolts 1/16" x 1/2" (modelexpo-online.com - MS0428)
Chain 21 links per inch (modelexpo-online.com - MS0480)
Step 2. Cut:
Take the 3/32" tube and cut 2 sections (5/16") with the saw. Using the saw will allow you to avoid any crushing of the tube when you cut it. Sand the ends of both tubes. Using the wire cutter, cut a 2" section of chain.
Step 3. Attach:
First, we'll attach the chain to the eyebolts. I take a hobby knife to open the jackstay eyebolt up (pics here post #5). Then stick the long end of the eyebolt through the chain until it reaches the eye and close it back up with your fingers or tweezers. Repeat this 1 more time so you end up with a section of chain with eyebolts on each end. Now take one of the tubes that you cut and glue one eyebolt to the end of it. Glue the other eyebolt to the other section.
Step 4. Paint:
Once everything has been attached and the glue has dried, it's time to paint. I'm using Testors Model Masters Acrylics. First, prime the weapon. Then paint the whole thing flat black. Paint the chains steel. Once the paint dries, seal it with Testors Glosscote or Dullcote.
Step 5. Detail:
Alternatively, you can add detail like bands to the ends. Don't forget you can fill the holes with green stuff too.