RE: 1/200 Sovremenny Class RTR Upgrade and Modifications
Hi KHkim0102,
The Kiev is a nice carrier and the model is in most part accurate. Are you going to replace the MIGs on the deck with better ones.
The deck is very hard to remove, because it is sealed with glue. After making sure all the screws are out,
you have to pry them apart carefully starting from the bow and the edges of the stern. Use two flat screwdrivers if necessary.
Most of the superstructures are screw in and the small bits are glued.
For my model, I started with removing everthing apart, dismantle everything and painted them one part at a time.
The windows are cut and some items scratchbuild, you have to use alot of photo references of the model. I gathered mine
from the internet. The part that I enjoy most is building the scratchbuild Antenna Mast and the KA helicopter,
The water balancing is tricky, make sure all the heavy components are located middle center and much as possible lowest position.
Use some epoxy putty to add some weight for balancing.
Hope this helps..
Best regards
Patrick C.