CANicoll

At least no surgery!

Peter, Just beautiful! Your builds and the finished product are always a joy to follow.

Carl, Camo is coming along nicely, despite the AB problems. This is a really nice looking bird you got going there. If you don't mind me weighing in on the spray pattern issue: Maybe re-sharpen the tip? I have seen where brand new tips are not perfectly conical (for who knows what reason). Just a thought.

Peter, Looking mighty good! The panel line washes are excellent, really pulling out the details and I think you nailed the underside color. and the prop is perfect. Can't wait to see how the topside green turns out when all is said and done. I can't find the troubles you referred to on the checkerboards. I remember my own tribulations trying to use the EagleCal Big Beautiful Doll nose checkers on the Tamiya P-51D, only to find out Eagle simply scaled up their 1/48 set instead of redesigning for the 1/32 kit. I went through 3 sets before turning to Zotz... Live and learn.

I'm thinking of going with the 'Lil Chris' markings. I mean, why not? I need to order the new cans, and I have to see about the landing gear struts. I have a feeling I'm going to need to go AM for those. And Ali's canopy... Thoughts? Chris

Carl and Scott, Thanks so much for the suggestions and tips! I do seem to remember Thierry's correction list and I think that is what put me off of doing the kit in the first place. If I remember correctly, the list was long and daunting. I'll most likely tackle the main points you have both pointed out - and esp the canopy. I do like Ali's Aerocraft work and will pick up the GT Resin cans as well. So much to do, so little time to do it in!

Mike, Looking good. Glad to see you back!

Thanks guys!!! It is a daunting build for me. I'll do my best!

I did EXACTLY the same thing when I built this kit. Frustrated me for hours!

Hey! I represent that remark! Kinda...63!

Carl, Any advice on the build? This is my first F-4 and only 3rd 1/32 jet (Me-262 and an F-104). I have the ZM 1/48 F-4C in the stash, but that looked even more complicated than the 1/32 EJ.

Beautiful build, John. The colors are terrific and a different scheme making it even more interesting. I also have had fits trying to get the spinner decals to fit properly, or even to mask a spinner so I'm impressed at your fine work. I see SB has Eduard's masks available, which is a case of closing the barn door after the animals have left...

Ok, I think (well, I KNOW) I'm biting off more than I can chew here, but here goes. I've had the Tamiya 1/32 F-4EJ kit for YEARS. Bought it at the Omaha Nats and also picked up the GT Resin intakes, all for $95! At Telford, picked up the Aerobonus (with pilots) and Quickboost ejection seats w/o pilot figures so I have a choice there. Had to add the Zotz Sharksmouth decal set as I've always wanted to build a Vietnam camo F-4. Plus a few other bits and bobs along the way. Looking for the Quinta cockpit set but it seems out of stock in the US. Probably going direct for that one. A BIG help will be the Top Notch camo masks. I have not quite yet decided on which aircraft to model. Any suggestions? Some of the sharks mouths decals may be damaged slightly, but I think they will be ok once applied. Still have to get the gallons of paint it will take to cover this bird. No clue when I will actually get started. But now I have motivation to get started!! Comments/suggestions are welcomed.

Scott, WOW, The nerve of her! And you were even working on the hot tub stairs. I tell you. Some people are just ungrateful! Speedy recovery for all I hope!

Thanks, Martin, for your explanation on the wheels. Shame that Eduard got that wrong. Your bird is looking great!

Excellent! I knew nothing about this group, other than the nose art on some of the aircraft. Thanks for the education and reading suggestions. Chris

Wow, fascinating history, thanks for sharing, Ernie. Brings the model to life.

Martin, What made you decide to go with the kit main wheels rather than the resin ones you have? Your engines look simply amazing!! Chris

Looks terrific!

Ernie, Cockpit looks great, as does the interior. At least you have the pictures to remember what it looks like after the fuselage is closed up. Chris

@DocRob If I remember correctly, isn't EZ Line flat?

I love the AEG kit, and of course WNW is/was in a class of their own. For me, it is just all that rigging that kills me. I never felt like I could do those kits proper justice.

##% (Figure that one out!)

Phil, I think their Metal Range is terrific. VERY easy to apply, not a lacquer, and over a nice primer base the paint is very sturdy. Good luck! Chris

Looks terrific! Eduard's tyres are a huge improvement. Amazing how little is seen of the cockpit however.