JohnB

The more I think about it Gaz I think I did build that one way back in the way back! 1/48 back then. No telling whatever became of it as it's been so long ago.

Nope, never have Gaz. Sure looks weathered.

Thanks Jerry! I'm pleased that you like it.

Thank you Jerry! I'm glad you like that little weirdo! LOL

Thanks Scott. It's one weird looking a/c for sure! LOL

Thank you Peter. I appreciate the nice words.

LOL Peter.

LOL Kevin. I try to keep something going all the time. When I first saw the photo of this a/c I decided I wanted to model it. A very attractive scheme I think.

Always like to keep something on the bench. The belts are FineMolds and the seat is from my parts stash and is part Revell and part Tamiya.

Lately I've been eyeing photos of this very attractive P-51 transcontinental racer and I really like the scheme. There are no decals for it so what I'll do is try to print some of my own. I've also been in touch with a mask maker to see if he can provide me with the masks for the stripes, etc. If he can't I'll have to make my own (THAT should be fun!). At any rate, I've been working on it while waiting for the decals for Bardahl Special 2022 to show up. So actually I'm well along on it! LOL We'll have to see about the markings situation but I intend to proceed with it and cross that bridge later. (Never a idle moment if I can help it!)

Yes indeed Phil! Kits I built when I was a kid first learning to build models. The three 1953 Revell Pre S kits (Cougar, Cutlass & F-94) were among my very first when I was 6. I'm glad I could find them a few years ago and add them to my "nostalgic" collection. LOL Sorry if I strayed from the original subject guys. 🙄

Yes indeed. No one to pi-- and moan because I bought a new kit, etc. LOL For grins, here are a couple of shots of my oldies but goodies collection. A few aren't that old but I'm keeping 'em there anyway. I'll probably sell 'em off as a lot as I don't want to do that piecemeal.

Agreed Rob. The P-51 makes a great looking racer. I thought the screw heads came out just fine. I used a lead pencil for them where, I think, a panel wash would likely mar the rest of the finish.

Thank you Gaz!

This is something I think about frequently. I really don't have a good idea about "disposing" it all after I croak. The Eighth Air Force museum at Barksdale just across the river from me might take a few built-ups but for the rest of the stuff (I have 5 display cases full of built models and 7 or 8 cardboard boxes with built-ups in them carefully packed away) I just don't know yet. I've got something like 250-300 unbuilt kits and many, many books, decals, after market, etc. Since I'm no longer married and my sons don't really have a interest in all that I guess I'll come up with something. LOL🤪

Thank you Chris. I'm happy you like it. Yes, I used the kit flaps on both builds. Took some test fitting and trimming though!

Finished with this one. https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/18528-p-51d-bardahl-special-2022-finished/

Seldom do I build a model of a a/c depicted at two different times in history. I decided Bardahl Special was special enough to warrant it. Draw Decals has issued two sets for the same a/c so I decided to go for it. The first one shown here is the 2022 version of the same a/c with some differences since the a/c had a couple of accidents since 1964 and was rebuilt a couple of times. The 2022 a/c is a pylon racer while the 1964 version was a cross country racer. Same a/c, different type races and different times. Since another racer has since acquired the #8 they decided to use a similar looking #3. Both models are Revell Germany with mods. Painted with Testor's Gloss White with gray interiors. For some reason I really like shiny white racers! LOL I hope you guys like the results of my efforts. As always, please click on the 1st photo for best resolution and to view as a slide show. 🤪

Decals arrived this AM! Now I can finish the model.

The model is completed except for the decals. Its been sitting waiting for nearly a week! 🤪

Update on the decals. Tracking says Tuesday 25th. Jeeze Louise, get the lead out!

Glad to hear you are resuming building Peter.

Agreed Peter. This hobby is supposed to be enjoyable (and therapeutic at times). Earlier this week I pulled my Fisher Twogar off the SOD to see about resuming working on it. I had put it aside a while back because of drooping wings. Thought I'd give it another shot but, try as I might, still couldn't get it straightened out. Hot water and hair dryer just did not help much. So it was back to the SOD. I'll find something else to do. Likely another P-51 racer I have in mind. John

True but it sure had some good flying sequences. Those were the only redeeming factors.

I really hate to hear this Peter as the Whirlwind was really looking good. However, I completely understand as I too have "been there done that". I expect it happens to anyone who builds models for any length of time. Thankfully not a frequent occurrence. Step back for a bit and chill. When you think you might be ready to resume building, pick a easy peasy kit to get your mojo back. Hopefully that will be soon. John