Waiting For The Paint To Dry - Upcoming Projects

I'm usually a few build posts ahead - but not right now!

Each sanded white coat has been evened and smoothed out the tight rough areas.

Spray and wait two days. Sand and spray again.

While the paint dries -

I've got a few ideas for future projects - 

I'm getting estimates to 3D print the finned BT-50S nose cone in the Sandpiper kit.

This one reminds me of  a downsized Jayhawk.

I suspended the build of the Starship Enterprise when I couldn't find a proper light gray paint.

I remembered using the Insignia White Tamiya paint on the Aerotech Astrobee D build. 

While the picture shows it as a cream color, it's actually more of a very light gray.

Another upcoming build - 

I just received the latest kit from New Way model rocket kits!

This design has some 1950s sci-fi vibes!

In Limbo - Pick My Next Build!

It's been raining! I can't spray the Skylab -

I like to spray when the humidity is the lowest, typically around 2:30 p.m.

Spraying after a rain when humidity is high can lead to "blushing" or a dull finish.

Even if the storm was earlier in the day, the humidity will turn a gloss spray to a flat finish.

I can't work on the Skylab right now. When the skies are clear, I'll get the last gloss white sprayed.

I recently got two older kits for a great price. The poly bags were torn and open but all the parts are there. Perfect for a blog build.

Help me pick the next build after the Skylab!

The Estes LTV Scout?  Or -

The Estes Starship Enterprise?

Let me know what you'd like to see next!

Leave your pick in the comments below . . . 

Estes Super Orbital Transport Coming July 27!

Oh Boy! Seen on Facebook and an Email - 

The blog build starts with a "Background" post on Tuesday, July 26.

Until then, some interesting filler posts.

I've already built three display models for Estes. 

Some Tips along the way -

What's Coming Up?

In the works for the blog:

Estes Colonial Viper (With new, clean decal draw) 

Estes Laser Lance

Fliskits (little) Saturn 1B (I might be regretting this one - )

BT-55 Body Wrap Decals PDF

In the next few months - 

If Estes has me build their new, 1/100 Saturn 1B

a build book should be available for Patreon members.

Mexico Projects

I'm stuck in Mexico for the next two months, all of June and July.
While here, I'll keep the blog going as best I can, hope the Internet connection is good!
There may only be one post per day, depending on how much content is in the post and the Internet.
I've packed some small projects to work on during the day.

I drew this one up last September, the first time in Mexico.
The Black Brant VB is a BT-5 based carded model. All the data came from the Alway book, Rockets of the World.
Carded models are flat, light and easy to pack.

Below that is a tail cone for a conical stabilized model. It should replace the Flic Shuttle in the combo kit.

Here's how the BT-5 tubes were packed. They went right next to my laptop. The protective tube is around a BT-55 size. All three BT-5s slid in without distortion.
There's a El WalMarto close by if I forgot anything.
I've packed a break-off blade knife, sanding block, 400 grit sandpaper, ruler and pencil.
Don't forget dowels, Sharpie pen and Q-tips!


A new article will be written for the Apogee Peak Of Flight newsletter. I'll explain how to tie up a no tangle parachute. The shroud lines will be untangled after construction and flight.
I've brought enough to keep me busy during the days.