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Old 09-05-2020, 09:34 AM
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I started a new thread as to put the pics in one place.
I Finally finished the K-41 Mercury Redstone ! In my last post, my next big concern was those nearly 50 year old decals. One small trial piece disintegrated when I tested it. So I sprayed the decal sheet with 3 coats of Testors Decal Bonder. Lo, they WORKED ! This was very tedious work. The decals were very unforgiving. I got only one chance, with little time to position them. I put a few drops of dish liquid in the warm water I used. You could see and feel the thick coat of the Bonder barely holding them together. But they slid on after I slowly moved them back n forth on the paper.
I dodged a big bullet here. But I’m really happy with the results. Not meaning to boast, but I finally got to build one last kit in my time, which also was my Second Kit Ever. I can also happily say the job I did was not only a huge improvement over my 68 one, but I did some of my best work here, in a very long time. So, if I never build another kit, I can rest happily knowing I did a great job on this one. Too bad there’s not a "mrmissile fan club" ( o lord !) , as this would be the Must Have Kit.
Thanks for your interest and comments/letters. Just some minor touching up to do after the decals dry a few days. Plus some Clear Coat. Read my previous posts to see the entire build from the beginning. I intentionally put that dreaded Launch Lug on as I intend to fly it some day. The paint is shiny in the light, but I used Flat, and Semi Gloss. ( WOW,,, This Kit is 100% Original ! ) ....sorry, I’m just happy !
Thank You again CHAS RUSSELL for the kit. Are you watching ?!
Dan.
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Old 09-05-2020, 10:12 AM
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Congratulations! Looks great!

I still need to build a "stick" tower for a LJII, and dreading it. The Redstone's is even smaller . . .
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Old 09-05-2020, 10:22 AM
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Congratulations! Looks great!

I still need to build a "stick" tower for a LJII, and dreading it. The Redstone's is even smaller . . .

I cannot say how many MR kits I’ve found built,,, everything But that Tower. It is a dreadful daunting task. Somehow, this time,, I just sat down and Did it. I can also happily say I already have the built L. Joe Kit, thankfully. ....hmmm, I have all the parts !??
Thanks for writing.
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Old 09-05-2020, 12:01 PM
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Are you going to fly it ?
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Old 09-05-2020, 12:30 PM
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Are you going to fly it ?

I built it with that intent. But if I do,it’ll be hard to bring myself to,,,but that’s what the LL is for, just in case. It won’t be any time soon, tho.....
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Excellent job and great tip about using the Testor 's Decal Bonding spray, I'll probably have to do the same when I get around to building my K-41 model.

In fact, when I built this kit the first time around 1970 or so, the first 2 decal sheet from those kits easily came apart when I tried to use them. Wrote to Estes and they sent (twice) new decal sheets before I got one to work properly.
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Old 09-05-2020, 01:36 PM
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Excellent job and great tip about using the Testor 's Decal Bonding spray, I'll probably have to do the same when I get around to building my K-41 model.

In fact, when I built this kit the first time around 1970 or so, the first 2 decal sheet from those kits easily came apart when I tried to use them. Wrote to Estes and they sent (twice) new decal sheets before I got one to work properly.

Just to be safe, I was ordering more Testors decal paper to make copies, but learned it has been Discontinued ! I’m not sure about the Spray Bonder. I did order some other brand, called Koala, which ironically arrived today. It says use Rustoleum Crystal Clear to use it with. I don’t know if Or what the difference in the Testors was. But it was good stuff. ( any acrylic or clear enamel will work) So, if I’ll be making any more decals, I’ll literally be starting over again ( suggestions welcome !). Seems certain type decals last forever, while only a few years. Also logical that most sny clear would hold it together long enough to work. Some people use Klear floor wax, I have not tried it yet. If you find a good alternative, let me know.
Meanwhile, thanks for your comment and letter. Stay in touch if you can. I enjoy your letters. Thanks ! Dan. PS, when you Do start your K-41,,, TAKE YOUR TIME !....
And if you find any Testors spray,,, GRAB IT. It goes a Long Way......
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Beautiful job, Danny! Really fun to see an "original issue" model rocketeer do such a great job on that original issue kit!

I've always loved the printed capsule.

Again, GREAT job!

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Beautiful job, Danny! Really fun to see an "original issue" model rocketeer do such a great job on that original issue kit!

I've always loved the printed capsule.

Again, GREAT job!

Steve

Thank You, Steve. I said about all I could, or should about it in my post. I’m happy when anyone else enjoys and appreciates it. Was a long overdue project for me. It’s looking good sitting here on my workbench drying. Still one day I’ll be confronted with " To Fly, Or Not to Fly" ! Another part of my childhood Rocket fun.....
Thanks for writing. Dan
PS,,, I just now caught your play on words here.... "Original Issue Model rocketeer " ,
HA. Yeah, that’s me, inna nut shell. Good, Steve, good. btw, I’m a Gus Grissom fan, too.....
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Beautiful job, Danny! Really fun to see an "original issue" model rocketeer do such a great job on that original issue kit!

I've always loved the printed capsule.

Again, GREAT job!

Steve

I agree, that printed capsule looks great!
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