JohnB

Yes Hubert, slightly off but something I considered trying to correct but if I had tried to shift one or the other then for sure something would break. It was difficult enough getting them to "sit"! And I think the real thing did have some variation in that so I just had to leave 'em alone.

I had to come up with SOMETHING to be able to fold the wings as the kit parts were crappy toy-like that just did not work (I tried!). I'm glad I had the unused Tamiya parts to try and they worked out well.

Thanks Dennis. Having unused parts comes in handy sometimes!

LOL Gaz. Akitzuki would be something out of the usual for sure.

Thank you Scott! I'm happy with the way it turned out but, for a little bit there, it was somewhat doubtful!

Thanks Gaz! I'm glad you like it.

I'm glad you like the results of my efforts, thank you. It had it's moments!

Finished this one. https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/17600-trumpeter-f4u-4-finished/

Saved from the SOD! LOL After market items are Barracudacast wheels, Grand Phoenix cockpit set, and a prop from a Hasegawa P-47. I decided I wanted to have the wings folded and found that the crappy mechanism Trumpeter provided was not up to the job. Toy-like gimmickry. SO, I did some brain storming and decided to try using left over Tamiya wing fold parts. I didn't know if they would fit but decided to give 'em a try. And they worked out just fine. The a/c is painted overall GSB with a Interior Green mix for the cockpit. Decals are from Fine Art of Decals and depict a Corsair flown by Medal of Honor winner Lt. Jg. Tom Hudner from VF-32 in 1950 flying from the USS Leyte. I'm glad I saved it from the SOD and am pleased with the way it turned out. I hope y'all like it too. Remember to click on the 1st photo for best resolution and to view as a slide show.

Yes they did and I built 2 of them. The 2nd issue was new molds and a much better kit.

Looking good Peter.

The Japanese warships usually were very attractive with their curved bow and pagoda superstructure. I have a 1/200 Nichimo Akizuki DD that has been in my stash for a long time. A very attractive ship. Maybe I'll build it some day but will likely sell it off.

I've always had good service from HLJ but, yep, the shipping is expensive (but fast using FedEx).

Thank you Peter. Those props sure look mean!

Thinking outside the box! Nice work and looks great.

A little bit more work on this one.

I did finish a couple that had been put aside for "later" Peter. The A2D isn't on the SOD as I still work on it from time to time. Ought to have it finished soon.

Thank you Carl. I hope to get it finished in the next few days, depending on how well the wing attachment goes.

Thanks Gaz. Only 2 or 3.

Mighty purty Scott! When you get done please come to my house. My yard is a sight since my lawn mower quit on me. 😄

On hold for the moment while I tend to other binnis. LOL 😄

Thanks Peter. My fingers, and toes, are crossed also. Attaching the wings promises to be a real PITA I'm afraid. At any rate, onward and upward as they say. 🙄

Thanks Kevin. Love that Dark Sea Blue (or GSB) . That color and the Corsair were made for each other.

Back on this build now that I have some nice decals for it. I plan to do all the decaling THEN undertake to see about attaching the wings (folded). 🙄

LOL Thank you Hubert! Got to stay busy building and the SBD is a nice kit, both the -3 and the -5.