SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 I thought I'd detail the build of my Neo Fighter here in case there are people who were interested in getting one. Box art is pretty eye catching and the yellow sticker on the top right hand side details the hop ups that came as standard! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 In the box everything is labelled very clearly and well packaged. Chassis halves together. Best tip here is to apply a small amount of grease to the tip of each self tapper, it is so much smoother getting the screws in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Servo in Front Wishbones on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Gearbox together Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Wishbones on rear end Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Rear assembly in place Front shocks on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Rear shocks on Wheels on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 It was the first time I had sprayed a shell, the old Falcon one I had was hand painted. To be honest the yellow was not as vibrant as I had hoped, not bad but not perfect. The inside however always looks worse! I'm not too good at the whole sticker thing to be honest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Finished article! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 Now for the mistakes......... Firstly I put the switch on the wrong way, not an issue I thought, until I had the wing on! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 A bit of a rough edge on the wing. You don't notice it at all, but it was hard getting it right, even with a sanding down! Sticker didn't go on 100%, again you hardly notice it but it's there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 The last of the schoolboy errors was not assembling the servo assembly correctly. Missing out the small washer under the head of the arm meant that the horn popped off everytime it went over a bump. It was back to the workshop before it had even been run in! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 9, 2017 I learnt a lot from building this. Firstly read the blooming instructions properly but also: Buy some additional grease for assembly. Use a decent craft knife for removing parts from the flash. Use a decent screwdriver, you'll only need it in your toolkit anyway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nitomor 2122 Posted January 9, 2017 I don't think your screwdrivers are JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard). I recommend you buy the Tamiya one since you'll mash the screwheads up using a regular philips. For the rear spoiler the cylindrical shaped dremel sanding wheel is great for those nooks! Enjoy! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rb4276 803 Posted January 9, 2017 4 hours ago, SNAKEBITE said: The last of the schoolboy errors was not assembling the servo assembly correctly. Missing out the small washer under the head of the arm meant that the horn popped off everytime it went over a bump. It was back to the workshop before it had even been run in! I actually had a problem with the screw falling out even with the washer last year. I eventually used a bigger screw than the manual stated and have had no issues even after changing servo to high torque Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SNAKEBITE 40 Posted January 10, 2017 16 hours ago, Nitomor said: I don't think your screwdrivers are JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard). I recommend you buy the Tamiya one since you'll mash the screwheads up using a regular philips. For the rear spoiler the cylindrical shaped dremel sanding wheel is great for those nooks! Enjoy! Thank you. I did struggle a bit finding one that (nearly?) fitted! I've had a look online and I'll get something sorted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nitomor 2122 Posted January 10, 2017 PH2 is the bit you want, I also bought PH0, 1 and 3 for completeness. Have a few of these, they are fantastic quality. These Vessel bits are dual JIC/ISO standard and industrial grade. http://www.onlyqualitytools.com/catalog/Vessel/Insert_Bits.html I also have a couple of these, it's a must have... http://www.wheelspinmodels.co.uk/i/157448/?gclid=CMGbubert9ECFYYW0wodPBwAUQ 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites