Peterpools

Kev Nice progress and there always seem to be something the manufacturer throws at us. Keep 'em comin Peter

Gaz Looking mighty sweet. The filter worked perfectly and being me, if I were building the Marder, I would be adding the crew (ooch that hot water is going to hurt)and into the display case. Beautiful cammo. Keep 'em comin Peter

Thanks Harv Now the real fun begins. Keep 'em comin Peter

Revell P-51D-NA-5 Mustang 10-15-21 As I was closing in on the priming stage of my Corsair build, I needed to start thinking about my next project. For all practical purposes, once I reach the painting stages, I work very slowly and just do one step at a time, letting it completely dry before proceeding. I normally do not do anything else on the build at this stage until the air brush is done and if I want to work at the bench, I need a fill in project which would be a jump start for the next build. I started a Revell 32nd scale P-51D once before, had all sorts of issues, a good deal my own doing as this was mainly a therapy project for my hands after completing chemo therapy, of which has so many side effects, including not having full use of my hands including writing. I shelved the kit after seeing what a mess I made out of it, moved on and now wanted to build it again. Starting with a new kit is so much easier and less frustrating then trying to resurrect the original disaster, as I’ve had my share of practice in this department over the years. No moaning and groaning – you get what you pay for and for a kit I paid only $39 for. Every part I’ve worked on so far has parting/molding seams that required a lot of time to remove; soft plastic and soft details, much like those of some Airfix kits. No issues here as I’m looking for the overall effect and not expecting Tamiya Quality. The biggest issue I had first time around was fitting the completed cockpit assembly in place and then joining the two fuselage halves together. I never was able to line them up correctly and those alignment problems caused issue after issue down the road. So, this time around, I am going to extraordinary lengths to ensure the interior cockpit cage is glued in as precisely as I possible can. The only AM I’m planning on using is the Quinta Interior 3D decal set and maybe AM decals. The rest will be OOB all the way. I followed Revell’s instructions, no real issues but as normal, some part alignment issues crept in but I was waiting for them this time around. Paints used to this point: Primer: MRP Light Gray and Black - lacquer Ammo by Mig – Interior Green - acrylic MRP – Yellow Zinc Chromate - lacquer I waited for my Quinta Decal Set to arrive and went to town when it arrived on Thursday. The IP is amazing, side wall details are brilliant and the seatbelts and harness: the best I’ve ever used. I just wish Quinta would sell the seatbelt sets separately. I’ll fire off an email to them suggesting that – I would be in for a bunch. I’m ready to close up the fuselage and just am tickled pink how things are going. Some very light weathering was done and that’s it. BTW, Revell has already released on the other side of the pond, the late version Mustang with the tail fillet, additional canopies and new decals. Quinta has a set out for the Tamiya version which should work. No doubt I’ll be buying and building it as well. Next up: The wing assembly Thanks for checking in Peter My goof as usual - the inside framing slipped as it is only lightly tapped in place and I didn't notice it until after taking the images. Note to self - when gluing in place - fix it! Still need to adjust a few parts on the IP and a bit more brush painting as well

ALMOST READY FOR PRIMING STILL TEST FITTING - 10/23/21 I was spending a boatload of time on the Corsair and needed a bit of a diversion to keep my juices in top gear and started tinkering with my next build, the Revell P-51D Mustang. After nearly a week tinkering with the Mustang, it was time to get the Corsair ready for priming. First up was taking care of the few small gaps and seams that needed filler, removed a few glue spots (self-induced of course), added all the control surfaces as I wasn’t sure I could add them after painting without struggling which so far, seemed to go well. The outer wing panels were gingerly eased over the wing spars, a tight fit but they ended up where they needed to be. The inner flaps and the outer wing panels are still being test fitted and just about ready for some Tamiya Extra Thin. Both the main gear assemblies and the tailwheel assembly were completed with the appropriate gear doors also done and ready for primer. I decided I’ll add the gear to the Corsair after painting which should make life easier. The canopy, front windscreen (not glued on yet) and armored glass were masked a ready for paint. I was going to paint the area in front of the instrument cowling but once the canopy is in place, it won’t be seen, so I’m letting it slide. At this point I’m just about ready for ready for primer and hopefully not too many redo’s will be found. Next up: Priming this bad boy Keep ‘em comin Peter

Awesome airbrush - enjoy ! Keep ‘em comin Peter

Mark Good news for sure and with the rehab, your wife will do justt fine. Keep 'em comin Peter

Gaz Terrific work as always and looking forward to the upcoming build Keep 'em comin Peter

MIke Perfect rigging as always - I tip my hat to you. Keep 'em comin Peter

Mark Most important of all; how is your wife doing after her surgery? Thoughts and prayers are with you both. Keep 'em comin Peter

Gus I've yet to build a 32nd scale Bubble Jug, just the Hasegawa Razerback. Just love those Jugs, especially since growing up only 19 miles from the plant in Farmingdale. Grumman was 10 miles in one direction and republic about the same in the other direction. Looking forward to you upcoming build. Keep 'em comin Peter

Carl Now that's what I call shopping❗ Awesome for sure. Keep 'em coming Peter

Harv Thinking just like Martin Keep 'em comin Peter

John Nice start and shooting paint always gets the juices flowing at a high. Keep 'em comin Peter

Alan Gad to see she is off the SOD and back underway. Nothing like taking a good rest from a bad kit/build and going back when the juices are flowing. Keep 'em comin Peter

Dennis Looking mighty good - just love those Hurricanes Keep 'em comin Peter

John Glad to see you back at the bench and working at a pace that won't wear you out. Nice choice for the markings. Keep 'em comin Peter

MIke Terrific progress and your scratch work in replacing kit parts is remarkable. Keep 'em comin Peter

Tom Looking simply fantastic and your progress is amazing. Keep 'em comin Peter

Harv Just go slow and take your time - looking mighty good. Keep 'em comin Peter

NIck Holy Cow, awesome masking and the Tiger;s Mouth looks absolutely perfect. Keep 'em comin Peter

Tom Nice progress on the Liberator and glad she is back underway again. Keep 'em comin Peter

mark Nice find for sure. Keep 'em comin Peter

OMG - what a LHS - sure wish I had one stock that that here on Long island. Keep 'em comin Peter

Great attitude and completely agree - it's only a model - just enjoy and have fun. Things do have a way of workingl out. Keep 'em comin Peter