JohnB

Agreed Carl. Tamiya has the right idea. Gimmicky "make work" stuff just makes a build more difficult and is usually useless.

I decided to see if I could "rescue" this kit from the SOD and clean up the wing problems. I think I've gotten them to a acceptable appearance. Not even close to perfect but with a little re-scribing they should be lots better. Now I'll continue on with this build.

Thanks Phil! I'm glad you like it. Goes to show even though a kit is old it can still be built up to look good.

Glad to know I'm not the only ham-fisted klutz around here! LOL 😄

LOL I guess you like it then huh Martin? 😄

Thank you Gaz! I appreciate that very much. Glad you like it.

Thanks Paul! I'm glad you like the ol' F-4. I think it turned out just fine (really better than I expected!). LOL

Thanks for the kind words Peter. I'm happy you like the final product! Just because a kit is old doesn't mean it's not any good. Not sure about what's next. I pulled the ZM Skyraider off the SOD for another look but I'm undecided if I want to resume that one. 😄

All done Peter. https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/17040-hasegawa-148-f-4b-finished/

This is the old Hasegawa (1983) release of this kit. It's been on my shelf for a looong time! It's still a great kit with good detail and excellent fit. I used a Aires cockpit, Quickboost seats, and AOA decals on the build. Painted with Testor's MM throughout. This a/c was flown by Maj. John Trotti from Chu Lai Vietnam in the late 60's. His book, Phantom Over Vietnam, was the "inspiration" for this build. I hope y'all will like the results of my efforts! Remember to click on the 1st photo for best resolution and to easily view as a slide show.

Thank you Peter. I'm in the process of adding all the underwing stuff (doors, struts, drop tanks,etc) and should have it finished later today (with luck!).

About finished with the decals. Next I'll overspray with clear semi-gloss then finish adding the rest of the pieces.

Thanks Gaz. They are great decals but you have to be very careful with them.

LOL Thanks Paul. This is a very easy kit with no real problems. Everything fits fine (a nice change from my last two builds!).

Thanks! Yes, they are very nice decals. Printed by Microscale. Very thin, etc.

Decaling coming right along. Those AOA decals are very thin and "touchy" but lay down well.

Thank you Gaz. The first application just didn't look "right" although it was supposed to be Lt. Gull Gray (Humbrol/Monogram). I re-sprayed it with the last of my Model Master Flat Gull Gray then oversprayed that with Humbrol Gloss Coat. Looks okay I think. Now it's on to the decaling!

I look forward to that!

Looking good!

Yes indeed the Mossie is a winner. As far as the Mustangs are concerned, I think they too are really good kits. The only "fly in the ointment" with them is the rivet patterns on the wings. Most '51's wings were coated (with epoxy I think) and the rivets weren't visible. Otherwise no problems.

I agree it's a great kit but I have to say I think the Corsairs, all 3 issues, are at least as good.

Great looking 'skeeter Peter! (No pun intended! LOL)

Feel better soon Gaz! Remember, feed a cold and starve a fever. When I feel a cold coming on I always take some Zicam. Works wonders! Outstanding work on the diorama! Way more work than I'd want to undertake!

Thank you Peter. I'll begin applying decals today!

Painting complete. Decaling is next then I can attach the gear doors, etc.