Note that the remaining frame contains engraved information on which parts are what.
RAM Panels B/C and M versions
CAUTION: The Rafale M aft RAM panels have a small partial cut to better conform to the fuselage shape: be very careful when taking these parts off the backing sheet as you would break them otherwise!
Rafale MRafale B/CRafale M aft panel before overlay is positionned, note engraved teeth to help overlay panel positionningRafale M aft panel overlay – note horizontal scored line for foldingOverlay folded over scored line, adhesive side on the insideOverlay aligned with teeth scored in underneath panel
Side grills
In order to improve the grills located on either side of the fuselage you need to
Fill the existing grills
Position the jigs as shown below – the arrow engraved on each jig shows the upper forward corner where the jig needs to be aligned with the kit’s engraved panel
Drill and file the shape as shown by the jig
Insert the grill resin part on the inside – make sure you don’t remove the casting plug as it is precisely sized to make the grill flush with the fuselage!
Stick the surrounding plate, you’re done!
Original kit upper fuselageFill existing grills, including oval engravingLocate right jig and drill/file grill shapeLocate left jigs and drill/file grill shapesSide grills
F3/F3R VHF antenna
Original kit antenna (F1/F2 standard)Cut out antenna and sand flush supporting plateApply the “VHF” jigApply update supporting plateRemove jigInsert resin part in supporting plate opening
HUD
The HUD is provided as a vacuum formed part, both plain clear and clear green to give the modeller options.
Either way, the first thing to do is to cut the top, side and diagonal flash.
Then, paint in a shade of green of your choice if you want
Dip in Future or a clear gloss varnish of your choice and let cure
Cut the bottom part of the flash and glue in position using PVA glue
HUD as included in the setCut to shape following the lines, keeping the bottom margin to manipulate the HUD if you want to paint itA clear green HUD is also included if painting clear parts is not your thing 😉
DDM-NG
Same procedure on both sides of the vertical fin
Position jig on existing panel using a piece of adhesive tape or masking tape to position the two parts of the jig togetherRemove tapeMarked hole center using the jig engravingRemove center square of jig and engrave squareDrill 2mm hole, starting with small drills and progressivly work your way up to 2mm drillPaint resin part gloss black and position it in the hole after the model painting phase is over so there is no masking to do!
