rkranias

With the quality and price points of Revell's recent 1:32 releases I am puzzled why the 262B-1a? Trumpeter's 262B-1a offering is quite good. Regardless, I am anxious to see how this release turns out.

there fixed it good luck with your build. I have been mulling it over and someday I just might put this on the bench remove that hump and add a panel line wash. Maybe paint the turtle deck. PM inbound

HOBBYZONE MODULES I really needed some type of organization on my bench as things get cluttered too quick. Further, SWMBO suggested I keep things neater than I have in the past. Reminding me this is not the garage. After hearing rave reviews on HobbyZone Modules I thinned my stash and bought a nice set up. For me these are worth the investment. Assembly is EZ. Take your time and use clamps and a good wood glue. The magnets were somewhat a pain. After the first module assembly the pace picked up rather quickly. Noting, I spent about 2 hours a day for 5 days putting these modules together. 25kg worth of HobbyZone Modules arrived secure and well packed. Each module is well packed in its own "pizza style" carton complete with protective bubble wrap and sheets. Corner Drawers Module OM03. Lay out all components and follow the instructions. TEST FIT, TEST FIT, TEST FIT. Corner Drawers Module OM03. Fit all internal components. You only need to glue the outside walls, top, bottom. Be sure to add the back and then clamp to keep things square. Corner Drawers Module OM03. Center drawer. Lord knows what I will put in these. Perhaps a few maduros. Drawers Module x6 OM01. Dryfit internal shelves (components) then glue top/bottom of sides. Be sure to glue the back before glue sets on the sides. This will help with keeping things square. Ending Corner Modules OM11. EZ assembly, take your time, follow instructions, test fit and use clamps. Paint Hanger Ver.2 26mm bottles (Vallejo) assembly started out kinda squirlly. PRO TIP: Dry fit all components then fit each side. Carefully clamp then glue only top and bottom. Dry fit and securely clamped. Add a drop of glue and position top. Everything locks into place. Boom! Done. Modules complete. It took me a while to figure out where to put things which would be convenient for me. Bench Mk.II now complete. Now lets fill up the modules. After about a week or so I figured out where to put everything. My old 24" x 48" photo table has been recycled to be the "On Deck Table", ODT. This allows me to work on multiple builds at the same time. Spend a few sessions on one build, place on the ODT. Bring another build to the bench and get to work. Keeps my little head fresh and holds my interest. No trips to shelf of doom. Build, ODT, Repeat. Am currently working on Revell/AIMS Ju88 Mistel 2, Hasegawa/Planet FW190C, MDC Typhoon, Tamiya 1/48 Mossie, Hobby Boss 1/48 A29 Super Tucano (USMC Lo-Vis version with FLIR and GBU12 load out) and 2 Eduard 1/144 Spitfires. Will be ordering another wall Paint Hanger as my Gunze collection is growing and I will be giving Mr. Paint a try very soon. The photo table is behind the ODT. WIP reports incoming soon.

WRAPPING IT UP Been awhile since I posted an update. Family and life got in the way again. Twisted my knee (not the bionic one) and a tore Medial Meniscus. Surgery in 2 weeks, outpatient. Finish molding complete. Time for some varnish. Filled the screw holes with epoxy and sanded flush prior to varnish application. Varnish completed. Let cure for a few days. HobbyZone modules on deck.

No I do not have the Kagero book on the A6M2N. If not too late, remove the hump on the main float. I found no reference images showing that hump. I wished I'd seen those images before it was too late to adjust. Look forward to see your posts. Let me know if you have any questions. I have some extra MDC parts if you need them. Welcome to the forum. Cheers - Rick

looking good, watching.

Slick Chick is now a "Cover Girl"

If you are really creative and have given up on acquiring a commercial display case like DoogsATX scored. This is an interesting option. IKEA PAX clothing cabinet, with added 'aftermarket' clear glass panels. 236cm high, 2x100cm wide, 58cm deep. 1/32 Se5a and Fokker Dv for size. Credit to Mim Mahleu.

Looks like Tamiya XF-71 Cockpit Green as called out in the instructions. The 1:32 Tamiya Spits Mk.XIVe have XF-71 color call out. This color is also used (call out in Tamiya instructions) for 1:32 TAM IJN A6m2 and A6M5 aircraft interior. Guess the big question: Is it correct for RAF interior? Vallejo Model Air recommends 71.095 Pale Green for RAF interior which appears darker than TAM XF-71. Regardless, beautiful work Do335b6. My Mossie will be coming out after I clear my bench of current projects.

welcome to LSM. like your Jug! Nice work on the AM stuff.

well its about time! look forward to see this with some paint!

SECOND BENCH CONSTRUCTION This one is about 6 inches lower to accommodate my paint booth. Add brackets and Leveling Legs. Framing almost complete. Add finishing molding, varnish and get back to business. Hobby Zone Modules on they way.

Just landed from Lucky Model. One for me and other for local modeling geek. I'll know you'll ask: USD$147 each kit (ship included)

lessons learned, ain't it great. to learn from a mistake is important. to admit a mistake is character. regardless, a very nice build. one of these days I will crack open a TamiyaStang.

That was a great moment, every modelers gotcha. Truly enjoyed your visit, such a fun evening. BTW, the Bench Ban continues....

Very nice woodworking Dave. My plan is to add "Quarter Round" (your version of Curved Skirting) then apply a varnish on all surfaces except the top. The top will get a coating of polyurethane finish. I considered building a bench similar to your model. However I wanted portability and a shelf. Hobby Zone modules on order. This the current status of your bench? So clean and tidy!

Bottom frame complete. Stained plywood mounted. Next to the top. One down one to go. Hope to finish bench #2 this weekend. Booyeah! Didn't need those Leg Levelers. My ability to cut straight is not lost. Boo-fracking-yeah! Will fine tune with the Leg Levelers. Second bench will nest to right against the wall. Same length 6' and will be about 9 inches lower to accommodate the spray booth.

SLAPPING SOME WOOD This has been a long road. Finally ready to start the bench build. No bench action since June and I am chomping at the bit. #1 Pine 2 x 2 ready for staining. Will apply same stain on the plywood top and bottom shelf. Legs and braces cut. It begins. Leg Levelers mounted.

Great review. Look forward to see your build. I am so tempted!

oh Wouter. Panel lines as in models. there's been much debate lately on "over doing" panel lines on a/c. your floor work is exemplary.

very nice. i must comment on the panel lines on the flooring...seems a bit too much... a big project, great effort.

MI to FL...that's an environmental change. You'll have a laugh or two when your see the FL natives bundle up with jackets, hats and gloves when it's 50 degrees. You'll be in t-shirt, vest and shorts.

AT A GLANCE Unpainted PE IP, you can match the IP RLM 66 with interior? Cowling flaps rendered in a simple layout for EZ build. My stash is nervous.....

Sad I will not make it this year. Negotiating with SWMBO for Telford 2016. Cheers - Rick