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I'm going to like this for sure😀 That GWH kit is one that I'm interested in if I can find one at a good price, but seriously, I have too many models at the moment. I really like the P 40 , but my only experience of the type is building the 1/48 OTAKI kit about 40 years ago. It'll be interesting to see how this kit goes together.........Will be following😀

Superb work😀 I really like your wood grain effect and fabric with weathering. Impressive!

24 bottles of Leveling Thinner!!! Nice Haul Rob😀

I've had a life-long interest in small engines of all types; steam, Internal combustion, stirling cycle, and flame licker. Well recently, I got a little hit & miss engine for a gift. I posted a pair of pics of this in the "What did you just get" thread. Like I said these little engines are fun to work with. I initially had trouble with compression and discovered that the intake valve was leaking. I took the head off the engine and used Novus plastic polish to lap in the valves. After reassembly, I found the compression much improved. I also found out, from a You Tube video that this engine runs better with the oil filler cap on the crankcase removed...odd. I will later simply re-drill the vent hole in this cap a little larger. This engine runs well using Coleman lantern fuel (naptha) mixed with a bit of Marvel Mystery Oil. The instructions state using 95 octane gasoline. I don't recommend this. Gasoline can contain ethanol, and other additives that may harm the engine. Besides Gasoline is more dangerous and smelly than the Coleman fuel . This fuel is the same stuff as Zippo lighter fluid BTW (the Coleman fluid is a little better quality). Anyway, I now have two of these hit miss engines now. The first one , a M90 I've had for years. It's a bit beat up now, but still runs great. This second one , I plan to alter its governor so that it runs slower. The term hit & miss refers to way these engines are governed. The governor prevents the engine from firing unless it is below a certain speed giving them a strange clunk-clunk-clunk sound while running. I have another engine on the way. A running model of the engine from Karl Benz's first car😀 I added a video of my M90 Engine running😀

Very nicely done😀

Wishing all a very happy new year!

I was gifted these very nice items...... Over the holidays😀 First a very nicely made photo etch tool from Dspiae. Nice and sturdy, heavy, and beautifully finished. a great tool. It gives you the choice of two bending surfaces ; Polished stainless or Grey anodized. Also included are two bending blades; long and short, both nicely made from polished stainless and anodized Aluminum. I also was given a little M19 Hit & miss engine😀 This is a working, 4 stroke engine , nicely made of Brass and Stainless steel. It's very small . The bore measures about 1/2" across. It Utilizes a fly-ball governor to control speed. Initially, I thought the compression was a little low, but after lapping both valves to improve the valve seat it now has great compression and runs like a champ. The thing about these little engines they invite you to work on them, modify them, and just play around. Anyway, I was very touched by the thoughtfulness of these gifts😀

I broke down and ordered two jars of Mr. Surfacer off Amazon ...was glad to find it despite the price😐

Turned out another masterpiece John 😀.

Very saddened to hear of your loss Hubert . My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Nice work John😀 I would never even thought of trying something like that!!

Thanks for the review😀 looks like an interesting kit . Nice selection of weapons. And the vehicle looks well detailed. Paul

So sad to hear this Hubert. My thoughts, heart, and prayers are with. You. Wishing you the strength needed to bear through this terrible time. God bless.

Wishing the best possible Christmas and holidays for each and all with abounding merriment and joy. 😀

Nice work on the landing gear Martin😀

Nice work Martin😀

Mr Surfacer in bottles seems to be out of stock lately at many of my usual online suppliers at the moment---not sure why. I see it on Amazon at inflated prices however. I agree with Rob---spraying it thinned from bottles is much better than the cans, but finding the jars lately has been a problem. I find it sprays great through my .3 mm Iwata HP-c+ giving very smooth thin layers. I need a good oxide primer in bottles. I think Tamiya Dull Red might be close in color. Can never find the Tamiya Red Oxide--------Are there restrictions on this stuff? I did find a can of Mr Oxide Red spray , but I haven't tried it yet.

I have been trying to find the Tamiya red oxide primer.......always out of stock or unavailable... What gives? Also Mr Color character flesh......difficult as hell lately ! Glad you found what you needed Martin😀

Yes, I noticed that about the markings.--I've never built one of their aircraft. I may start their EBR 10 this week since the aftermarket I ordered for my Tamiya Sturmtiger won't arrive for awhile. I have a pile of kits waiting for painting that I have to get to....I guess I'll have to wait for a long weekend to get caught up. Or, I might make a trip home to grab that Hobby Boss Vickers Mk II......I have a set of Friuls for the Matilda II that may fit that kit. Looks interesting.

Sounds look a good deal. One thing I like about Hobby Boss is they aren't afraid to offer subjects that are not mainstream. Things like the EBR 10, Schnieder, and the obscure Vickers MK II tank that I have in my stash.

I always liked the look of those things. HB has two versions I believe. Looking forward to seeing more of your build😀

M4 high speed tractor?

Tamiya reboxes of Italeri kits will include the Italeri logo on box cover. The italeri Sturmtiger was released after the Tamiya kit.

Nice one John😀 That Tamiya Corsair must be a great kit. I'd like to build one.....someday !

Yes, it's pretty nice, although a bit basic. I've been looking a at sturmtigers online. Some have muzzle weights some don't. Same with fenders. One restored ST has a simple flame-cut ring for the weight. Some show parts of the fenders missing. I think the subject allows many possibilities. A 1/16 version would be fun.😀 Paul