FOS Kit of The Month Club 16 (April 2020) - Toppers Pancakes

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ReadingBob

November 21, 2024, 08:15:57 PM
Not my Winter Build Challenge but something I'm currently working on.  ;D Last time I visited the A&S, Tom graciously gifted me (Thanks Tom!) this FOS Kit of the Month Club, #16 Topper's Pancakes (April 2020).  I threw it on the workbench, instead of in the stash drawer(s) so I decided to go ahead and build it.  Of course, our standing arrangement is if Tom decides he wants it for the A&S he can have it back. Other SBG members can have dibs on it if Tom doesn't want it.  ;)



I do love the Kit of the Month Club concept even though I haven't participated.  Small kits like this are a lot of fun to build and they don't take an excessive amount of time.  They can plug small spaces in a layout as well.  Here are the contents of the kit.



There are two sheets of instructions.  This one, I scanned into my computer just in case I mess up with the printed signs in the lower right quadrant.  :o



There are only two, Tichy windows, included in this kit.  I removed them from their sprue using a spure cutter (an invaluable tool for the workbench).



I used an emery board (nail file) to clean up the edges of the windows.  Now, some folks prefer to paint the windows while they're still in the sprues because it makes them easier to handle.  That's fine.  I just prefer to remove them and clean them up prior to painting them.  Whatever floats your boat.  There's no right/wrong answer to this.



There are only two, metal castings in this kit.  A vent, and a chimney.  I cleaned them up with a sanding stick to try to remove the 'seam' where the mold comes together.



More in a moment... :)
Bob Butts
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ReadingBob

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November 21, 2024, 08:22:23 PM
Next, I removed the other parts from their carrier sheets using a single edged razor blade.  



I used an emery board to clean these up as well.



Ditto the wood walls.



With the wood walls a few swipes across the emery board not only cleans up where the cuts were made but it also 'squares' the edge of the walls.  The laser cut leaves a very slight angle.



I noticed the end walls and the tops weren't exactly the same width.  Well, that's a bit of a problem.  The roof won't mate with the peaked wall if I leave them like this.



I marked the bottom wall to indicate where I'd need to cut it to match the upper portion of the wall.  Since I can't cut the upper portion bigger it only made sense to trim the lower portion to match.  We'll see how that works out.



More in a moment... ;D
Bob Butts
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ReadingBob

#2
November 21, 2024, 08:31:07 PM
I used a 'thin' T square (another useful workbench tool) to trim the lower wall to match the width of the upper portion.



I then braced the walls, per the instructions plus some extra, using a square to make sure the bracing was flush with the edge of the wall when I glued it in place.  the bracing is longer than the wall.  I'll trim it to fit after the glue sets.



A little weight while I'm waiting for the glue to set (Canopy Glue).



Then trim to match the wall using a single edge razor blade.  I broke out a new blade for this build.  For large builds, it may take a few blades.  For smaller builds, like this, one new one should do.  You can sense when the blade has reached the end of its useful life.  Best to grab a fresh one, when needed, than to plough ahead with a dull blade.



When I braced the end walls, I made sure to keep the top portion separate from the bottom.  That's make it easier to paint/weather them.



After the walls were braced I painted the inside of the walls black using a makeup sponge and some black, craft acrylic paint.



More in a moment... :)
Bob Butts
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There's a fine line between Hobby and Mental Illness.

ReadingBob

#3
November 21, 2024, 08:36:34 PM
I then stained the walls, and strip wood, with Hunterline Light Gray Weathering mix.  The first layer in finishing the walls.



I painted the foundation pieces with a "Cool Concrete" craft paint.  Again, using a sponge.  I'll add some washes, powders to these pieces later to make them a little warmer.



A portion of the front wall, the windows and one door were then painted a light blue.  Again, craft paints and a sponge.



The top of the end walls and the underside/edge of the roof cards were then painted a "Barn Red" color.



That's all for today's post.  Thanks for following along!  :D
Bob Butts
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There's a fine line between Hobby and Mental Illness.

Zephyrus52246

#4
November 22, 2024, 08:12:09 AM
Nice start, Bob.  I'd join the kit of the month club, but the last thing I need here is more kits.    ;D

Jeff

ReadingBob

#5
November 22, 2024, 01:35:17 PM
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on November 22, 2024, 08:12:09 AMNice start, Bob.  I'd join the kit of the month club, but the last thing I need here is more kits.    ;D

Jeff

Thanks Jeff! I never joined the KOM club, although I was sorely tempted many times, for the exact same reason.  I do like them though.
Bob Butts
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deemery

#6
November 22, 2024, 01:55:16 PM
The Micro-Mark thin square is one of their best products!

dave
Modeling the Northeast in the 1890s - because the little voices told me to

jerryrbeach

#7
November 23, 2024, 08:28:08 AM
Bob,

As usual, a very detailed step by step thread.  I like the way you braced the lower walls and the peak walls separately to make it easier to paint them different colors.  I just might have to borrow that idea. 
Jerry

Jerry

#8
November 23, 2024, 11:36:08 AM
Bob your off to a good start.  And the usual how to do it the right way tutorial.

Jerry
"And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." A. Lincoln

ACL1504

#9
November 23, 2024, 12:21:50 PM
Bob,

Great build and the usual fantastic step by step. Not sure I'll have a space for the build but we'll see if I can squeeze if in here or there.

Again, great build my friend.

Tom
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Tom Langford
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#10
November 23, 2024, 01:54:44 PM
I always enjoy following along with your builds, Bob (the builder)
terry

ReadingBob

#11
November 23, 2024, 03:26:05 PM
Quote from: deemery on November 22, 2024, 01:55:16 PMThe Micro-Mark thin square is one of their best products!

dave

I certainly have to agree with you on that one!  It makes getting a nice, square cut a lot easier.  :)
Bob Butts
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ReadingBob

#12
November 23, 2024, 03:27:05 PM
Quote from: jerryrbeach on November 23, 2024, 08:28:08 AMBob,

As usual, a very detailed step by step thread.  I like the way you braced the lower walls and the peak walls separately to make it easier to paint them different colors.  I just might have to borrow that idea. 

Borrow away Jerry!  It worked well for me. Thanks for stopping by.  ;)
Bob Butts
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There's a fine line between Hobby and Mental Illness.

ReadingBob

#13
November 23, 2024, 03:28:27 PM
Quote from: Jerry on November 23, 2024, 11:36:08 AMBob your off to a good start.  And the usual how to do it the right way tutorial.

Jerry

Thanks, Jerry!  Even if it's the wrong way (coming up soon) I'll show it.  Really appreciate your stopping by and posting.  ;D
Bob Butts
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There's a fine line between Hobby and Mental Illness.

ReadingBob

#14
November 23, 2024, 03:30:06 PM
Quote from: ACL1504 on November 23, 2024, 12:21:50 PMBob,

Great build and the usual fantastic step by step. Not sure I'll have a space for the build but we'll see if I can squeeze if in here or there.

Again, great build my friend.

Tom

Thanks, Tom!  If you have the space for it, and it passes inspection, you're certainly welcome to have your kit back. It's easier to squeeze a small on in somewhere than it is the big ones.  ;D
Bob Butts
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