{"product_id":"1-72-clear-prop-polikarpov-r-5-resin-exhausts-72035","title":"1\/72 Clear Prop Polikarpov R-5 Resin Exhausts 72035","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1\/72 Clear Prop Polikarpov R-5 Resin Exhausts Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 Clear Prop Polikarpov R-5 Resin Exhausts\u003c\/strong\u003e (item 72035) is a precision resin aftermarket upgrade providing modelers with highly detailed replacement exhaust stacks that surpass injection-molded kit parts. This aftermarket exhaust set features crisp resin casting with minimal cleanup required, accurate representation of the Soviet R-5's distinctive exhaust configuration, detailed internal and external surfaces with proper collector ring detail, superior detail surpassing injection-molded kit parts, and direct replacement fit for 1\/72 scale R-5 kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePolikarpov R-5 Exhaust Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polikarpov R-5 reconnaissance bomber featured distinctive exhaust stacks that this set accurately replicates:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e M-17 V12 water-cooled engine with characteristic exhaust manifold arrangement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExhaust Stacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individual exhaust pipes with collector rings typical of Soviet interwar aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on photographic evidence of 1930s-1940s production aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale Fidelity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proper diameter and length proportions for 1\/72 scale with hollow exhaust openings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eResin Aftermarket Exhaust Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eClear Prop's resin exhaust sets offer significant improvements over kit-supplied plastic exhausts. The resin casting captures finer detail than injection molding allows including hollow exhaust openings and internal detail, the one-piece construction eliminates visible seams on complex curved surfaces, the crisp detail accepts paint and weathering more realistically, and the material provides superior surface texture for metallic finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and Finishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor optimal results with this R-5 exhaust set, remove casting blocks with sharp hobby knife or razor saw, clean mating surfaces with fine sandpaper (600-800 grit), drill out exhaust openings if needed for maximum realism, test-fit exhausts to engine cowling before painting, prime with gray or white primer to reveal any surface imperfections, paint with metallic steel or burnt metal colors, and apply dark washes and weathering to simulate exhaust staining and heat discoloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComplementary Clear Prop Polikarpov R-5 Aftermarket Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance your Polikarpov R-5 build with additional Clear Prop aftermarket components available at MPM Hobbies. The \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-72-clear-prop-polikarpov-r-5-exterior-set-resin-72034\" target=\"_self\"\u003e1\/72 Clear Prop Polikarpov R-5 Exterior Set\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e provides additional external detail components. Explore our complete \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/458481271015\" target=\"_self\"\u003e1\/72 Clear Prop Aftermarket Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection for additional resin details, photo-etched parts, painting masks, and vacuum-formed canopies. For complete Soviet aircraft kits, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/457076211943\" target=\"_self\"\u003e1\/72 Academy Models Prop Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection. For larger-scale Soviet aircraft projects, explore our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/457085485287\" target=\"_self\"\u003e1\/48 Tamiya Prop Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisit the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/clearpropmodels.com\/\" target=\"_self\"\u003eClear Prop website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for complete product information, installation guides, painting references, and technical specifications for their full range of 1\/72 scale aftermarket accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clear Prop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51716478927079,"sku":"CPA72035","price":4.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/files\/MPM_2_f3f0de8e-026a-417f-bfeb-c40c0e9e5191.jpg?v=1769314901","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/1-72-clear-prop-polikarpov-r-5-resin-exhausts-72035","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}