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The longest time in customs for me was 10 days. That was also Chicago and the package was from Hobbyeasy China. Usually it's just a couple of days.

Rob, glad to see that you have continued your build and solved the issue. The Finnish in the pictures looks reall good, nice work.

Nice work! I have the Hasegawa Ki-84 in my stash and I'm looking forward to building it. I built a "George" in 1/48 scale many years ago... I was building everything Japan had in terms of WW II aircraft back then... Nice to see your build.

That's too bad Rob, but like the others said, the project is worth saving.

Some items.... First by Takom, their 1/16 scale Kleiner Panzerbefehlswagen Sd.Kfz.265 (No. 1017) This is a "3 in 1" kit with a driver figure that has two options regarding its head; early vs. Later headgear. Also the vehicle can be configured as different variations. I purchased one of these before but recently discovered that the one I bought earlier had a badly warped rear deck. I was glad to find this one as these kits are usually sold-out elsewhere. I also got this scriber by STEDI (MS-39) It seems to be of good quality and I like the design better than the Dspiae one I bought earlier. The blade is held by a adjustable collet rather than a set screw . I'll need to see if my Dspiae " push broaches" fit this. Not pictured are 30 of those "alligator clip on a stick" things to help with painting . Also, more Tamiya epoxy putty.

Mine has a O.S. 46 in it... As I write this I discovered that it's in a closet at my Mom's home. Like I said I never flew it or learned to fly Rc. I enjoyed building it and it made a good display in the apartment I had at the time.....I was doing odd things at that time. I hope you post pictures of the float plane project when you get to it. I was recently thinking of getting a RC trainer... Possibly electric myself...or perhaps an inexpensive drone. I remember building the Williams brother's Seversky p 35 when I was in College... Well, I finished it....turned out OK.

Oh I see, I couldn't do the MFH kit either😀

Thanks, actually I was speaking of the full-size Factory Five replica car of the cobra coupe that uses full size Ford components. You are doing an excellent job on your Coupe....very impressive!

Nice. I built an RC GB R2 racer from a Kyosho ARF many years ago ... Never flew it ....I still have it. Is that the Williams bros. Kit?

Looking great Rob. The decals really bring the care to life! About 20 something years ago I found myself looking into The factory Five Coupe ...yes, it was available back then. I even purchased the assembly manual ..I decided it was a project way beyond my abilities.

Looking great! That's one battle weary tank!

Got these today.......... From Burbank's House of Hobbies a few items: Two track sets from Friulmodel; First, Their ATL-138 M50/51 Super Sherman/Isherman /M4A3-HVSS T80 track These don't use the usual wire to link the tracks. Instead, two of the three pins molded on each link are held captive by a track pad glued in place on the inside surface of the track. The other pin is first inserted into the connector of the previous track. The hollow guide horn is then glued in place. I have assembled a few to see how it works.....it's going to look Very good when they all put together. The other set of Friul tracks is for the Comet Tank. ATL-90 Also a surprise find; from ABER, Their 35l-120 replacement barrel for the Tamiya M51. I searched for this thing for a long time----always out-of-stock everywhere. Until I found it at Burbank's . Probably their Last one. A "hen's tooth" for sure Last from Amazon, a stainless French Curve template. I thought that This might help cutting out some decals that I printed.

Looks great Carl!

Fantastic work Rob. Love the color. You mentioned that you will clear coat.. Which clear cote? Again Number Five or some other choice?

Got this today..... From I love Kit their 1/18 scale Flak 36 88 mm Anti-Aircraft Gun. It's a big kit at a reasonable price of about $ 50.00 USD. It should make an impressive display piece. I'd be happier if it was 1/16 scale, but there you go. The instructions aren't great....they are printed too dark to see detail well. I've looked at a couple build logs of this beast and have found them helpful. It should be a fun project.......And, it's Big!! I also got some more Mr. Color paint...7 bottles. https://intscalemodeller.com/viewtopic.php?t=29068 https://intscalemodeller.com/viewtopic.php?t=9843

Glad to see you got your kit😀 In my case, Indianapolis, Indiana seems to be the new "Bermuda Triangle" in regards to U.S. postal service shipping. Items seem to get stuck there for days, or diverted there for no reason that can be explained. At this very moment, I have two packages stuck there. I wonder if actress Ingrid Thulin was any relation to the designer...... Just a random thought. Probably not... Anyway, I'm looking forward to your build!!

Just saw this...A new Gloster Meteor in 1/32 by Revell.... https://www.themodellingnews.com/2025/02/preview-revells-new-cads-of-forthcoming.html#more

Very cool ! Well done!

Nice! Incidentally, a restored T2 Buckeye is based at Waukegan airport nearby where I live and is featured at our Waukegan air shows when they are scheduled.... Along with an F 86 and T33. Nice of Hubert to include the pralines.

This came today.... From Kotare, their Spitfire Mk.I (early) in 1/32 (K32004). I also got 12 bottles of Mr. Color paint.

Hey, that turned out Amazing!!

Nice work Kevin !

This will be interesting

What ? There's a Tree Disease with that name? I think I need a new Primary Care Physician ! 😉

Very impressive!