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Nice work on that big Buff😀

Both very nice😀

I would like to build a skyraider myself . i have the Tamiya 1/48 model. I've been kind of dormant myself. The weather is bad here. We had to replace Mom's furnace a week ago...got it done in time for the cold weather, but we had to rely on space heaters for a Couple of days....it was dicey, but like I said, we got it done. I've been staying with her to make sure she's safe and to take her to doctor's appointments (2) . I've been trying to do a little work on the Bradley ODS while at her house. John, I would like to see you Build the Skyraider😀 Oh, been feeding some very cold Squirrels.

How did you manage that?

A little more work done after putting it aside for a day....... The M2A2 ODS proceeds. Turret needs the range finder, otherwise its mostly complete. I need to add tools and to build up the tracks. So far? A nice build.

Great job😀

Great stuff Carl😀 I've been interested in that big Fiat myself .

I bought some of the Mr color red oxide . so I'm set for now, Thanks

Very cool 😀 Inspiration to build my MK Camel.

NICE!!!!!!!

I saw a listing for Tamiya's first release Bradley on EBAY, still sealed, but I went for this version from Amazon because the shipping Was free. I saw somewhere a very comprehensive.PE Detailing set for the interior for the early releases.

I would like to build a kit that has a detailed chassis like that. As a kid I used to build the ENTEX kits of the Model A Ford in 1/16, and their 1/16 Packard ......full chassis on both. I would also study the suspension types of our family cars and later my own. I'm interested in a couple of Zvezda that show great chassis detail. I would love to get one of the big Tamiya 1/14 RC semi. Well, your doing a great and I'll be following😀

Yes, it's not bad. Tamiya used their earlier Bradley and added new parts. The upper hull is new.....in fact most parts are except the lower hull and wheels This was released in the early 2000s. Parts fit is excellent😀

Been working on this.....Technically a squirrel, because I had intended to finish another model this weekend, but there You go.. It's Tamiya's M2A2 ODS. I added resin drive housings. These help cover slots in the hull meant for an apparent motorized version, although, I've never seen a motorized Tamiya Bradley. I also modified the resin parts to take Friulmodel sprockets...They're more accurate. The kit sprockets don't have the openings on them. Anyway, some pics...added a Squirrel as well😀 Known as "Handsy" this little creature always pats my finger tips with his paws when I hand feed him. This is the tiny squirrel that I mentioned in one of my earlier posts.😀 "Handsy" the Eastern Gray Squirrel 😀

I picked the Avia, but.........I really would like a big 1/24 Brewster Buffalo😀

Nice job Martin😀

Agree about that Wildcat, Hubert looks like it was in a rock tumbler.

Also like your weathering.... Very nice😀

very nice 😀 For a first time it turned out great. Which paint did you use for the body?

Is that the 1/48 Monogram kit?

Has anyone seen or built the recent Revell 1/48 example?

Looks fine to me. I also like the Taifun. I would like to get the Eduard 1/32.

Nice Work😀 I think Willy looks great!

I got some stuff today..... From Okmo/Retro Technology Co. Ltd. Their Engine Mini Benz model (R18) This is a working I.C. , 4-stroke, water- cooled , replica of the Engine used in Karl Benz's 1886 patent wagon that is recognized as being the first Automobile. I've been wanting this thing for some time. And Wow! Is my first impression😀 It is very nicely made, solid brass and Stainless steel construction nicely painted. It features all the characteristics of the original. The engine uses a slide valve for the intake that is operated by a crank pin on the face of the exhaust cam. The exhaust is controlled by the mentioned cam and uses a more conventional poppet valve. This engine uses a Hall sensor set-up for ignition. A magnet set in the flywheel controls Timing. A tiny 3/16-40 spark plug is used. There's no governor on this one....Speed is controlled by a throttle. Very cool😀 that horizontal, drum-looking thing At the top of the crankshaft is a pulley meant for flat belts. A vertical canister is used as a water hopper for cooling. I added a view of the actual engine in the vehicle. I also got some aftermarket stuff:::::: Some Friulmodel late Bradley tracks, and a Quinta set for the Tamiya Wildcat. Also, Another Meteor from ..Tamiya This time a F3..(61083)

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😀