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  1. MikeBer

    Nieuport 17-03, 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    Except for the following, the build sequence is more or less identical to the Se5a. (https://www.zealot.com/threads/se5a-by-zio-prudenzio-resized-from-1-72-to-1-32.182094/#post-1055368. After constructing the previous models in the series, I found that cutting off the fuselage tabs and using...
  2. MikeBer

    A simple way to re-size pdf files when you don't know the original scale.

    Thanks, Revell-Fan. I've attached the following to the beginning of the article ..... PLEASE NOTE! After publishing this article, I received some very helpful advice from Revell-Fan. Instead of using the BMP format in the following article, you can substitute the PNG format wherever it says...
  3. MikeBer

    A simple way to re-size pdf files when you don't know the original scale.

    Thanks, Revell-fan for the great tip. I used bmp's as jpg files re-compress every time you save them. Do png files do this? I tried png and the difference between saving from GIMP was that the bmp was 64.7 Mb and the png file was 7.34Mb. Great saving! The reason that I don't use GIMP for...
  4. MikeBer

    A simple way to re-size pdf files when you don't know the original scale.

    I have been resizing Zio Prudenzio’s models to 1/32 scale and have found the following the easiest method for me. I’ve noticed that when the original files are opened in Foxit reader (the simplest to use free pdf reader that I’ve found), they vary in print size when set to 100% zoom. Using GIMP...
  5. MikeBer

    Tiger Moth 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    The build sequence is more or less identical to the Se5a. (https://www.zealot.com/threads/se5a-1-32-scale-resized-version-of-the-zio-prudenzio-model.182094/#post-1055368). After constructing the previous models in the series, I found that cutting off the fuselage tabs and using joiners instead...
  6. MikeBer

    Albatros 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    The build sequence is more or less identical to the Se5a. (https://www.zealot.com/threads/se5a-1-32-scale-resized-version-of-the-zio-prudenzio-model.182094/#post-1055368). The following pictures are just for clarification of the instructions. The pdf parts file is in the resource...
  7. MikeBer

    Sopwith Camel 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    The build sequence is more or less identical to the Se5a. (https://www.zealot.com/threads/se5a-1-32-scale-resized-version-of-the-zio-prudenzio-model.182094/#post-1055368 ), with the following exceptions. Assemble the engine cowl assembly and fit it to the fuselage before attaching the pilot’s...
  8. MikeBer

    Fokker Dr1 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    Strangely, the original pdf of this Fokker Dr1 scales out to roughly 1/17 scale. I have therefore resized it to 1/32 scale using the real plane’s dimensions for reference. If you want to build it in 1/48 scale, zoom the pdf to 66% and if you want 1/72 scale, zoom to 44%. The build sequence is...
  9. MikeBer

    Se5a 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    Here is an update on Zio's models on the website. The pdf's are not a true 1/72 scale. They vary in size. For instance, the pdf for the Sopwith Camel, if printed at 100%, comes out as 12 pages in poster format! My intention is to resize many of the WW1 planes to 1/32 scale on A4 paper. This...
  10. MikeBer

    Se5a 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    The model was now sprayed with clear acrylic lacquer to enhance the colour and preserve the ink. This is the first time that I have built a biplane and I learned so much about the construction. I enjoyed it so much that I am now going to do the Fokker Dr1 Triplane next. Strangely, the...
  11. MikeBer

    Se5a 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    The file can be downloaded here. https://www.zealot.com/resources/se5a-1-48-scale-resized-version-of-the-excellent-original-zio-prudenzio-model.2451/
  12. MikeBer

    Se5a 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    All the struts were then assembled, making sure that the splayed ends were not glued together. As per Mr. Murphy, I glued the wing struts “m” on the wrong way around! They should be angled to the rear so that the upper wing is forward of the lower wing. Fortunately, I was able to slice them...
  13. MikeBer

    Se5a 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    WINGS. I originally pre-assembled both wings but found that when trying to fit the lower wing to the fuselage, it was not easy to get a perfect fit against the curve of the underside of the fuselage, as the wing camber was not correct. I therefore printed another lower wing, coloured in the...
  14. MikeBer

    Se5a 1/32 scale resized version of the Zio Prudenzio model.

    I recently came across Zio Prudenzio’s excellent models on the Papermodellers Facebook page. I manage to find a link to all his models, https://www.kendar.org/zioprudenzio/fokker.html and downloaded the Se5a version 2. (1 sheet of parts and 1 assembly diagragm). It was in 1/72 scale and I was...
  15. MikeBer

    In memory of Fabrizio Prudenziati - Zio Prudenzio

    Hi Admins, would it be ok if, as I resize them to 1/48 scale to build, I upload the resized A4 pdf's to the resource section?
  16. MikeBer

    In memory of Fabrizio Prudenziati - Zio Prudenzio

    I've just discovered his models via Papermodellers facebook page. Here is a link to all his models that you can download. https://www.kendar.org/zioprudenzio/fokker.html I have just resized his Se5a to 1-48 scale and am busy building it. Enjoy.
  17. MikeBer

    Card model tutorial.

    I've just come across this YouTube site. Excellent tutorial for newbies and experienced modellers alike. You can change the speed to 1.5 times to speed it up a bit.
  18. MikeBer

    How do I make 1/200 scale ship railings?

    This homemade jig may be of assistance. https://mikebmodels.blogspot.com/p/railing-and-ladder-jig.html
  19. MikeBer

    UHU02 Das Boot.

    Thanks, Rhaven - I looked everywhere but! I didn't think that I would find UHU02 model files in the resource section. I usually get them from a link on his LM7 website.
  20. MikeBer

    USS Enterprise Assembly instructions Original- repost

    Problem has been resolved. I uploaded a new template. Thanks, Rhaven.