Previously, at One Corvette; Cardboard Funnel.
I replaced the original funnel on the model as it was too small a diameter, and looked all out of place. I had two options available to me, one was an old plastic tube for storing drawings in, the other being a thick cardboard tube. For some reason that still escapes me, I went for the cardboard tube!
First it had four coats of sanding sealer applied, to help waterproof it, and help disguise the spiral, toilet tube look, associated with cardboard tubes..it was not from a loo roll!
Then this was treated to a similar technique to that which produced the plating effects, only on a more subtle level. Using two layers of masking tape and plastic kit filler, in this case Squadron Products Green Filler. I produced a plated effect, which is there but difficult to see.
Also, it is very helpful if you know someone with a 3D printer. Request placed for a funnel cap, following a quick sketch covering parameters, such as fitting inside the cardboard tube etc, and I awaited its arrival.
Very nice to be able to do this, and much appreciated. However, when it arrived, it certainly needed some fettling! You have to dig the item out of the 'swarf' that surrounds it, good fun actually.
Following the addition of steam pipes, whistles, ladders etc, plus little eyelets for later, when proper wire stays will be fitted to the deck, it was out with the spray paint and dry fit it in place.
Happy with that..onwards.