Y-Wing Final Build Images - Bandai Kit

FrightMaker

FrightMaker

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Just finished the Bandai Y-Wing kit and installed some LED cockpit and engine lights from modeltrainsoftware.com. If you haven't done LEDs before, this guy provides great 9V setups with impeccable service. I hid the 9-Volt battery in a small wooden picture frame base and attached a small, push-button switch to the very back. I've always loved the Y-wing and can't wait to finish some projects so I can start on the X-Wing or MF!

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Oh, it's beautiful! I always loved the Y-wing... So is the Bandai model pre-built and you repainted it? It looks really nice!
 
Your Y-Wing looks beautiful. The paint and weathering is stunning and the lights really add a nice realistic touch. The base is a ingenious setup.
 
bwize said:
Your Y-Wing looks beautiful. The paint and weathering is stunning and the lights really add a nice realistic touch. The base is a ingenious setup.
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Thanks so much Bwize! The kit was so well engineered and it was really a great model to build.

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R Three said:
Great idea for the lights and stand. The Bandai kits are great!
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They really are! The 1/72 x wing is actually a bit small - I might have to consider the larger version for my next build. Thanks!
 
Nice work! I was just going to ask how you managed to route those wires through the model, given how small it is, but then read your solution above. Very clever. S!
 
fritzthefox said:
Nice work! I was just going to ask how you managed to route those wires through the model, given how small it is, but then read your solution above. Very clever. S!
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I was stumped myself until I realized the wires would be hidden perfectly on the outside. Haven't had that opportunity before. Thanks for checking it out!
 
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