by sandmanoverhaul » Sat Jun 06, 2015 4:41 pm
I bit the bullet and finished my Bronzart C-46 (and Boeing Stratocruiser) without having a stand. Due to the weight of these castings, I decided on something more secure, easier to manage and a bigger footprint to compensate for the mass. Both stands have a metal "spine" on the backside of the arm for better durability. Each has a nameplate using period corporate makings and logos.
The C-46 had both engine centers bored out for fat shaft plastic props and holes in the landing gear doors for some weird wire and wheel combo. I have since put it back to its original style with period paint and props along with its new special display stand. I did the same for the beat-up Stratocruiser and put back to stock as well. Now there is a coordinated appearance with the two together. This C-46 model, although missing its original stand, is now as good as new.
Many thanks to Bryan Brown for his knowledge and inspiration in both overhauls!!
Tom, Sandman Overhaul
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