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LOL Yep, coming right along Gaz.

I was pleasantly surprised at the mostly good fit of everything. A few little spots that needed attention but not a big problem.

Thanks Dennis

Thanks Peter. Not a intentional "speed build", it just happened that way LOL.

I've decided to use the kit cannons Carl. I drilled out the muzzles and they look okay for use. Thanks again for the tip!

About ready to join the nacelles to the wings and then the wing assembly to the fuselage. (Thanks again to Carl for the heads up on the forward bulkhead/nacelle fix.)

Thank you Peter.

Cockpit about completed. Terrible instructions make a already tedious job even more tedious. Good thing I have some good photos of a Whirlwind cockpit.

I hope so Peter.

Thanks Dave. I'll check those out.

Guys I need a set of guns for this build. Quick Boost, CMK or any other manufacturer. Can someone recommend a source, preferably in the US? Thanks!!!!!!

The Whirlwind has always been one of my favorites too Dennis. I hope it turns out nice!

Thanks Carl. I'll make a note of it. The fewer headaches the better!

I may be sorry but this kit has been on the shelf too long so now I think it's time to build it. I know it has some problems but I'll try to work around them as it should make a really nice model. This is the one I have in mind. (I saw a post on FB where a group is rebuilding a REAL Whirlwind using parts from one that crashed. I think that is great and hope we will see a full size Whirlwind at some point.)

After resuming work on this kit I've AGAIN decided to put it on the SOD. At least for a while until I feel like having a high cuss factor build. LOL NOW I remember why I put it away in the first place. Not only the very poor fit but also the lack of details and accuracy. If I go on and finish it it just wouldn't be a really satisfactory model. Just too many uh oh's to contend with. I'm not saying it's never going to get built, just not any time soon. 🤪 (I MIGHT do a little on it from time to time but not as a full time build.)

I'm calling this a salvage build because I've had two partially built William's Bros. 1/72 C-46's in my closet for ages. I plan to make one model by salvaging parts from both so I hope to be able to get one fairly decent model built. I have some Caracal decals ordered so should be able to find a subject on there that is satisfactory. Stay tuned sports fans and athletic supporters!

I'm pleased that you like it Mike! Thank you.

Thank you Peter!

Thank you Peter. I'm pleased with the model since it's such a "unusual" looking a/c, etc.

Thank you Paul.

Sounds like a good mojo rejuvinator Peter. It'll be a beauty!

Thanks Scott. Unusual bird for sure. I've always liked it's looks and finally decided it was time to build the kit I'd had for YEARS. LOL

Thanks Kevin! I'm glad you like it.