PW JT9D engines in 1/144 scale for Boeing 747 kits conversion

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September 14, 2019 at 6:23 am #96528
druz144
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Let me present to you my artwork of PW JT9D engines in 1/144 scale for Boeing 747 kits conversion.

Here’s the result:

Long ago, in 2010, i started creating parts to build good engines for the Boeing 747 SP/100/200/300 models. I made them by hand, and then mold in resin using primary master models.

In result I got a kit of 4 engines:

A set for each engine consists of 8 parts.The parts are the same for all engines, except for the pylons; they are different for inboard and outboard engines.
The separation of parts makes painting and assembling as easy as possible, and very fast.

And now how do they do it.

To start I primed all the parts

If you want to get the maximum effect from metal paints, the corresponding part should be covered with black glossy paint and polished

I don’t use model paint except Alclad II, I mix pants for cars, so can’t give you the number and brand of the paint. So the choice of paint for each part is up to you.

Now, mostly, only photos will be attached.

The pylon Is a special part!
It should be adapted to your specific kit, it’s a complicated procedure, but be patient.
BTW, it is very useful to insert a couple of small pins to simplify further attaching the engine to the wing:

I attached it to Revell 744 kit wing

The pylon was painted Boeing gray

One more thing. I also designed a decal for pylons and spinners.

After applying the decal pylon is ready.

The same with spinner

Start assembling

One more «decal»

While it’s easy attached the masking tape for future

The nacelle assembly

Hot sections assembly

Final assembly

Thank you for your attention!

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September 14, 2019 at 7:57 am #156884
Jennings
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There must be a snowstorm. All I see is white.

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September 14, 2019 at 3:13 pm #156886
Laserhawk
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Looked to me like a picture of the inside of an igloo.

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September 14, 2019 at 6:01 pm #156887
dave6376
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I can see the photos clearly and the work is beautiful. However I’m not sure what the point is.

If the OP is just showing us what he can do, well done and I wish I had your skill. If the idea is to make the parts commercially available, how much will they cost and how do they compare with BraZ BZ4014 which is a good product and readily available for €19.00 ?

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September 14, 2019 at 6:21 pm #156888
RolandoU AirlinerArt
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Photos look excellent, lovely work.

Why not show off your work, it’s no different to posting a pic of your completed model.

An interesting article for me.

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September 14, 2019 at 6:54 pm #156889
BruinPrideBand
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I see the photos now. Great work! I really like the idea of the spinner being a separate part from the fan disk.

Chris

"Sorry Goose... But it's time to buzz the Tower."
September 14, 2019 at 10:24 pm #156890
Challenger350Pilot
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Absolutely beautiful. Are these available for the rest of us modelers to purchase commercially?

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September 15, 2019 at 12:06 am #156893
47 driver
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Nice ,I like the assembly approach to these engines and the detail decal that goes along with it .

If it has wings I can crash it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
September 15, 2019 at 1:31 am #156895
druz144
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Are these available for the rest of us modelers to purchase commercially?

On the one hand I spent a huge amount of time and energy on the development; on the other hand the price of the kit should be reasonable.
To find the balance I’ve just listed the first set on eBay.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/303285073883

Betting will show what it’s worth.

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September 15, 2019 at 3:29 am #156896
mark m
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Quite a nice set of engines!

Will you be doing a set of the JT9D Engines with the early pylons? Those would be more popular I think due to the fact that most 747-100/200’s had the early pylons vice the later pylons that you have modeled. Those would really dress up the revell kit nicely!!

Well done.

Thanks,

Mark

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September 15, 2019 at 5:15 am #156897
druz144
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I designed these engines for my still unfinished Boeing 747SP project that has older pylons

http://airliner-models.org/forum/topic/586-boeing-747-jumbo-jet/

Provided you or anyone else can help me with links to clear and perpendicular photos of early pylons, it will be much appreciated.
I’m ready to make them, no problem.

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September 16, 2019 at 1:57 am #156899
Andrew
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Hey Druz,

Nice modelling!

I like the finishing. Looks very clean neat and realistic.

Love to see your aircraft finished.

Thanks for sharing.

Cheers
Andrew
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September 16, 2019 at 6:22 pm #156901
Babay
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Location: DYU
Hello Sergey!

Firstly welcome to the forum!

Guys, as I wrote earlier in another topic the set is really gorgeous! There wasn’t such a handy (convenient) set in nature from any manufacturer in the resin yet.

I personally the owner of four sets (in PAS-Models casting version without decals).

P.S. Sergey, is it possible to purchase decals separately?

Aeroflot and Veb Plasticart
The classics from childhood

Abdukarim
September 16, 2019 at 10:14 pm #156900
druz144
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is it possible to purchase decals separately?

Hi Abdukarim!
Actually, I didn’t intend to sell the decals separately, but if I like the price I will send them to you.

Meanwhile the decals were improved:

Write what sheets you need and in what quantity, and how much you are ready to pay for them.

Perhaps it will be more convenient for you and someone else to contact me directly by email druzdruz@yahoo.com or viber/whatsapp +79286253005.

Best regards
Sergey

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September 16, 2019 at 11:32 pm #156902
Ahmed
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Awesome work Sergey! Great to have you as a member.

If you want more than just the engine details, the Flying Colors 747 detail sheet is still available and one of our best sellers: https://www.fcdecals.com/page.php?id=73

Thanks,

ahmed
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September 25, 2019 at 4:17 am #156925
Caravellarella
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What I wouldn’t give to have these JT9D engines in 1/125 scale!

Terry (Caravellarella)

Because L’ORÉAL keeps telling me I’m worth it..........

Or maybe it’s MAYBELLINE...............
September 26, 2019 at 12:09 am #156929
druz144
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Sorry, 1/125 scale is not my thing;
since the set is made by hand, not in a 3d program, its scale cannot be changed

Meanwhile the set in scale 1/144 is available on eBay

https://www.ebay.com/itm/303294107447

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March 1, 2020 at 3:54 am #157945
druz144
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Hello friends,

I’ve slightly improved the kit to get better accuracy.

Painted fan rings have been replaced with printed ones:

I’ve also designed new more detailed fan with 46 blades:

The two rear parts have been replaced with one joined one (this makes it easier to produce and assemble):

The main decal was also slightly improved; the entire set of decals now looks like this:

From now the kit comes with new parts!

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November 12, 2020 at 8:49 pm #159919
F-ILIP
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Hi Sergey

Is there a chance we see these engines in 1/200 scale? Thanks

Phil

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