Here is a cheap and quick way to make bases for Skytrex models.
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5. With an Exacto knife cut along the top of the guide. Initial cut can be jagged.
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7. I edited a file from this site “Miniature Base Cards1” and printed the results on transparence paper. Cutting out, in this case, “Sopwith Camel”. I sprayed the transparence with adhesive and carefully slide it to the very front of the base. Still looking for a better method as this caused some spotting.
8. I put glue in the inside ridge of the base as the front piece will fall off when you trim it. It is not necessary to trim it. You can just notch the ends (arrows) so the cards can slide under.
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9. Using Exacto knife cut a small hole at the base of the firing arc. Twist slowly till it is just large enough for the peg to fit. May take a number of tries.
10. Insert pegs to desired altitude. I used a cut off nail for mounting as I found the model too heavy for other methods.
11.Mounted and ready to go. Notice notch to allow card to slide under base. I also leave the back open as I find it easier to line up the arrows then remove the card. Not as elegant as the official stand but it is a fast and cheap way to mount Skytrex models.
Jack
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