I built the Academy's F-117A USAF Stealth Attack Bomber in 1/72 scale

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Building this awesome F-117A USAF Stealth Attack Bomber with LED Lighting 1/72 Academy scale model air plane Full Build Video
It wasn't without issues, but I loved building this kit. I hope you enjoy the video as much as I did in making the kit
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00:00 Intro
00:16 The Box
00:59 Resin Install
02:00The Leds
02:58 Scartch Build Bomb Bay
04:12 Wires & Weights
04:31 Under Carriage LEDs
05:55 Using Resin & UV
06:44 Kit Assemble
07:00 Canopy Mask & Paint
08:50 My Mule
09:30 Resin, UV & LEDs
12:43 Priming
13:08 The Camo
15:06 Under Carriage & Bomb Bay
15:26 Painting Details
16:17 Fixing the Cockpit
16:40 The Exhaust
16:57 Gloss Coat & Decals
17:11 Unmasking
17:18 Fitting Optics to the Bombs
17:39 Weathering
19:01 Matt Coat
19:12 Secure the Canopy
19:25 Diorama
21:23 Final Video & Pictures of the Finished Aircraft
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@c123bthunderpig 3 ай бұрын

One of the most creative builds I've ever seen. I was especially intrigued with the UV lighting steps and lighting system. Stealth aircraft are difficult to build because of the RAM material, just like the SR 71 and you really captured it. Set this next to a 1/72 Spitfire and you really get a feeling for the size variance of the 117 - its larger than you think. Thanks for sharing this really creative approach. Cheers.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts it means a lot to me 👍

@theartificerchannel2110 Ай бұрын

Absolutely incredible I love the simple but effective LEDs really nice use of an old classic!

@TheScaleModeler Ай бұрын

Positive feedback is so welcome thank you ☺️

@user-oh8ds5ju7h 3 ай бұрын

Из куска старого пластика вы сделали шикарный проект! Получилось очень классно,и спасибо за субтитры на русском.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Пожалуйста и спасибо за отзыв

@azlinechey5487 3 ай бұрын

That is a really amazing work! I really like the modification you did on the landing gears

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@Emz_Jhaye 3 ай бұрын

Very beautiful build!!! Very realistic, specialy with those led's. 😍 Used to build this kit way back in 2000...

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Very happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for feeding back 👍

@jasongunn1572 3 ай бұрын

Insanely beautiful!! Straight sick!!!!!

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Awesome really pleased you like it 👍

@dragononthebox 3 ай бұрын

Hi ,I built this kit last year and its ok but the lights really bring it to light. If you are able to make a tutorial specific to the lights please do. I am sure there are many modellers that would like to learn about fitting lights. Thanks very much. Great channel

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for feeding back I’ll get round to this in time. It’ll be an easy peasy version. I like things simple and uncomplicated 👍

@marceloquiroga7221 3 ай бұрын

Very Nice job

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@markbowden1827 3 ай бұрын

Haven't built any kits in two years, watching your video has motivated me to get started again, got a half built Colombia STS in the workshop, also got an unbuilt crazy Russian stealth attack helicopter prototype to build, and a nice large scale F16. Plenty to get on with I think.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

That’s really good news thank you for sharing! Let me know how you get on 👍 We all get that feeling I know. For me I try to have a few bits going on to give variety as it can be a bit of a slog sometimes, often I have to push myself to get started but once I start I’m ok The helicopter and F16 sound interesting

@appey67 3 ай бұрын

Nice job! I like your base for it too. I always prefer my models to be on a "real world" base instead of simply sitting on a shelf. It reminds the viewer that we're building miniatures of actual vehicles, not toys.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you I appreciate that. I’m keen on putting models on bases as well where possible it provides context and aspect of reality 👍

@seananthonyegan3395 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video thank you for the tip about using foil for the canopies..😂

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Hey its mad but works 👍

@dropbear6740 3 ай бұрын

Excellent work

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Appreciate that thank you 👍

@danielcgomez 3 ай бұрын

Wow! ...Very nice build! ...you don't see too many F117A builds these days, and to see this fantastic representation with all the LEDs & Diorama, makes it spectacular!

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

That’s really kind words thanks for the compliment it means a lot 👍

@MGB-learning 3 ай бұрын

Great video and build.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@garthrupert7610 19 күн бұрын

Stunning!!! Great build.

@TheScaleModeler 19 күн бұрын

Thank you very much definitely one of favourites

@DanielGomez-io5bx 3 ай бұрын

It's amazing how much interest lighting adds to a kit - well done!

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Awesome thank you 👍

@eclectipunk 3 ай бұрын

I had no idea that superglue could short circuit led lights! Thanks for the heads up! Great build 🔥

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Hi superglue is only slightly conductive but it also carries corrosive chemicals. UV does not carry these risks. Thanks for the feedback glad to have given you food for thought 👍

@badman5509 3 ай бұрын

Nice build. Just Missing the White taillight.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thanks

@musicmystro 3 ай бұрын

This is fanstanstic! I have been trying to figure out how to have lights set up on a 1/72 or any scale of model for that matter. I would definitely appreciate a video of exactly what to buy and where to buy it and how to set them up so some are lit while others flash at different times. Subbed!

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your lovely comments. I will endeavour to make a simple video about LED’s. I will attempt to answer the questions I had when seeking out information 👍

@musicmystro 3 ай бұрын

@@TheScaleModeler Brilliant. Looking forward to it :)

@user-nt9co4ew5c 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful piece of work. Inspirational!

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for feeding back , really pleased you enjoyed it 👍

@ericwalker258 3 ай бұрын

I would 100% buy this from you! what a masterpiece!

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

That means a lot- thank you ☺️

@ericwalker258 3 ай бұрын

@@TheScaleModeler if you ever decide to sell any of your artworks let me know! Have a great day!

@jamessikora3132 3 ай бұрын

What a model. You have ruined my life, Sir! Now I'm going to have to hunt down info on led lights, best brands to use, and tips & tricks! Any pointers please? Wonderful stuff.

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Hi, Thank you. Happy to help & here’s my tips, buy led with resistors already done you need to know if you are powering 12volt or 3volt and buy accordingly. The stealth is 12volt. Bought my leds off eBay in UK. The picture I put up is from their site. Great service. The flashing LEDs are exactly that ie they flash. Quite straight forward really. If you’re happy to give it a go it’ll succeed it’s a lot easier than I expected remember to buy a battery box with an on off switch 👍

@kitbuilder3027 3 ай бұрын

Very nice job. Would you have any recommendations for leds for a 1/48th scale model? Thank you for sharing your skills and expertise on your project . You have really brought this unusual aircraft to life. Larry Landis

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Hi Larry appreciate the feedback. I guess it depends on the build. The flashing lights only go as small as the 0805. I think that would be as small as I’d go on a 1/48. I needed the 0402 because of the miniature scale of the undercarriage and tight fit of the wings. I was toying with using fibre optics but found these micro leds on eBay. I’m not bothered at paying a bit extra to have the resistors already fitted for me as it saves a lot of maths and time. Good luck with your project Jim

@christopherkutchma9226 3 ай бұрын

I have 1/32 planes I want to led up, so if you could give a tutorial video would be great. Thanks

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Hi I will get one up at some point 👍

@goforitpainting 3 ай бұрын

So cool. 👍

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@salvoraciti363 3 ай бұрын

Hi mate, really nice job.. can i ask you a question? How did you connect the red flashing lights? Is there a device you using to let it flashing? Can you explain me? Thanks a lot

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

No Problem they come as flashing. So you can buy led light is always on or flashing on and off

@lordviktrix13 3 ай бұрын

Just curious what was the point of fussing over scratch building the bomb bay if you superglued the plane to the base, making it impossible to look inside the bom bay?!?

@TheScaleModeler 3 ай бұрын

lol you are correct - it appears at first there was no point. It was an organic build and at the start I didn’t envisage placing on a diorama but as it progressed I wanted to show it off in context 👍