Glencoe Models McDonnell XV-1 Convertiplane

[r0bert]

Build underway for the XV-1 convertiplane in 1:32 scale
from Glencoe Models.


in box review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ss6xRSM3DO0

started with my least favorite task, figure painting

[r0bert]

I have a plan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Gpy_yr4jCU

basic assembly before paintwork

[r0bert]

build update 02 video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYU94Kg10oE


primed with Dupli-Color Adhesion Promoter, and base coat of Dupli-Color Chrome,
and sealed with Future to protect chrome finish from laer solvent based stuff like solvaset and clear lacquers.




cockpit instrument panel started, I still need to add wires and cables to the back, since it will be visible through the windscreen.

[r0bert]

Update on build

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUSzyliQ4IA


One more thing I forgot to mention,
I would cut about 1/4 inch or so out of the instrument panel column,
it seems to be too tall, and cutting about half the height out of the center vertical section,
would be an easy modification.
If I were to build this kit again, I would make these modifications.
1 extend the cockpit floor forward into the nose.
2 move the pilot and seat forward so his feet reach the pedals
3 trim the pilot's seat sides so the pilot fits in it better.
4 reduce the height of the instrument panel column.

[r0bert]

[r0bert]

[UKguyInUSA]

Unusual looking subject, but she's looking great so far, Bob

[r0bert]

Finished model
youtube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8wa8uTMZoQ

[r0bert]

more in video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8wa8uTMZoQ

[Hillbilly]

Very nice build

[UKguyInUSA]

Looks fabulous mate, great build for an unusual aircraft that I've never seen before?!