3D Position Lights. Make your own! | The Inner Nerd

Описание: Want to take your scale models to the next level? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to turn a grey plastic wingtip into a realistic clear resin position light using stretched sprue, Tamiya Extra Thin, and UV resin. This step-by-step guide is perfect for aircraft modellers looking to add extra detail and realism to their kits.

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You’ll learn how to:
• Remove the kit’s moulded plastic light with a razor saw
• Stretch clear sprue for the bulb
• Drill, fit, and paint the light housing
• Use UV clear resin to build up a transparent lens
• Sand, polish, and buff the resin for a crystal-clear finish

This method works for WWII aircraft like the P-51 Mustang and Corsair F4U-1, as well as modern jets where navigation and position lights really stand out. It’s a small detail, but it makes your model pop on the shelf or in competition.

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