Spitfire Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Fantastic news, what a relief for you and your family. Cheers Dennis 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaS Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 That's great news, Peter! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HubertB Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 As the husband of a woman who went though this 5 times (all different cancers), I can fully subscribe to your joy. EXCELLENT news ! Hubert 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 Guys Thanks so much for your thoughts and prayers, as it meant so much to Diane and I. Keep 'em comin Peter 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackster Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 Excellent news Peter, so pleased! Cheers Kev 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 On 5/26/2021 at 6:39 PM, Peterpools said: Guys, Thanks so much for your well wishes, prayers and pulling for me .... Petscan and blood work was done on Tuesday and today the consultation with my wife Diane and myself: couldn't ask for better results and blood work. I'm so happy to report I'm in full remission and wearing a huge smile. Keep 'em comin Peter Outstanding Peter! Great news. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 Here are the pics I messaged you about Peter. It's relevant to both the KH and SH kits. The first 3 are the SH kit while the last one is KH. I added about 3/16" to both. I don't know if you want to do this but here it is any way. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 5, 2021 Author Share Posted June 5, 2021 Hi John Still thinking it over and right now and I'm starting leaning towards following your led and extending the fuselage. Keep 'em comin Peter 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 5, 2021 Author Share Posted June 5, 2021 PLUGGING AWAY I have to admit this isn’t the most fun build but I’m staying the course and going at a pace that holds both the frustration level and “Cuss Level” down to a minimum. When the P-39 reaches the ‘Oh No Level", I just put the kit to one side of the bench and take a few days break. Rather than do keep my distance from modeling, I decided to fill the modeling gaps with an enjoyable and fun project: Tamiya’s 1/72 P-47D Razorback. I work on it for a few days and then when the juices are flowing again, it’s back to the P-39. Fuselage Halves The front office side walls have been air brushed with Mig Interior Green and all the remaining PE I intended to use added as well. Since I decided to close up the engine access panels, I wasn’t sure how I would install the gorgeous Eduard resin exhausts. What I finally decided to do next build session, glue the resin exhausts to the inside fuselage walls, remove the engine and move on. The small upper deck with its gear that sits above the engine has also been completed and ready to be installed. Nose gear Assemblies Working my way forward, it was time to start working on the nose gear and then prop/hub assemblies. The nose gear wheel well went together with no issues, painted interior green and the details highlighted with a Tamiya Black Pin Wash. An extra bonus of MIG paints is they dry with a nice slight egg shell skin nearly the same as Mr Color, so applying washes saves some time and steps. The nose gear is over complicated, way too delicate (the retraction strut) and seems a fuss to install, which will be at the end of the build. Whoever designed the fret work had to be asleep at the switch. The main nose gear is a solid, one piece part which is a plus and then KH attaches the sprue gates smack dab on each side of the oleos, the worst possible place, just no thought here at all. Martin, thanks for pointing out I left out the armor glass behind the pilot but none is included – just the solid armor plate. I made one out of clear acetate and it’s now ready to be installed. Getting closer and closer to gluing the fuselage halves together and keep wondering much of John’s Cuss factor will be used? Thanks for checking in Peter The Allison is being re moved tonight and then I'm ready to close up the fuselage halves. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 I feel your pain Peter, it is challenging assembly, my cobra has been shelved for over 4 years now. But once done, it will be stunner. P-39 is amazingly looking airframe and well worth the effort , especially in your hands. Keep it up Sir ! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 3 hours ago, Peterpools said: PLUGGING AWAY I have to admit this isn’t the most fun build but I’m staying the course and going at a pace that holds both the frustration level and “Cuss Level” down to a minimum. When the P-39 reaches the ‘Oh No Level", I just put the kit to one side of the bench and take a few days break. Rather than do keep my distance from modeling, I decided to fill the modeling gaps with an enjoyable and fun project: Tamiya’s 1/72 P-47D Razorback. I work on it for a few days and then when the juices are flowing again, it’s back to the P-39. Fuselage Halves The front office side walls have been air brushed with Mig Interior Green and all the remaining PE I intended to use added as well. Since I decided to close up the engine access panels, I wasn’t sure how I would install the gorgeous Eduard resin exhausts. What I finally decided to do next build session, glue the resin exhausts to the inside fuselage walls, remove the engine and move on. The small upper deck with its gear that sits above the engine has also been completed and ready to be installed. Nose gear Assemblies Working my way forward, it was time to start working on the nose gear and then prop/hub assemblies. The nose gear wheel well went together with no issues, painted interior green and the details highlighted with a Tamiya Black Pin Wash. An extra bonus of MIG paints is they dry with a nice slight egg shell skin nearly the same as Mr Color, so applying washes saves some time and steps. The nose gear is over complicated, way too delicate (the retraction strut) and seems a fuss to install, which will be at the end of the build. Whoever designed the fret work had to be asleep at the switch. The main nose gear is a solid, one piece part which is a plus and then KH attaches the sprue gates smack dab on each side of the oleos, the worst possible place, just no thought here at all. Martin, thanks for pointing out I left out the armor glass behind the pilot but none is included – just the solid armor plate. I made one out of clear acetate and it’s now ready to be installed. Getting closer and closer to gluing the fuselage halves together and keep wondering much of John’s Cuss factor will be used? Thanks for checking in Peter The Allison is being re moved tonight and then I'm ready to close up the fuselage halves. Have you test fitted the fuselage halves with all the innards in place? I found that to be a bear. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 5, 2021 Author Share Posted June 5, 2021 John Sure did last night and lets just say the fit isn't the greatest. Keep 'em comin Peter 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinM Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 Peter thinking this is looking pretty damn good Sir keep hacking at it!! and Martin that vid got me lost for 1/2hr on YT looking at others as well some of the CGI just blows your mind. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaS Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 You're doing great work, Peter! Now that KH is going out of business, you'll have a collector's item once finished. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaireckstadt Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 Great progress on your P-39 Peter! I really like the way you weathered the parts. How did you do it? Is it a wash? You really will have a KH collectors item when finished! Looking forward to seeing the next update! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 Martin Much appreciated and the video -- holy cow - fantastic Keep 'em comin Peter 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 Thanks Kev It's been a challenge up to this point but I'm determined to finish the build Keep 'em comin Peter 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 Thanks Gaz Never ever would have thought a KH kit would become a collectors item but it just might Keep 'em comin Peter 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 Thanks Kai Just puts the pressure on more working on a collectors item. All my weathering is nothing more then a light wash and then careful dry brushing. I'm going to try some filters and light bleaching on the exterior but nothing major. Keep 'em comin Peter 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HubertB Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 Great progress Peter, keep it coming . One of the worst fitting areas I believe is the rear spine panel, where R2D2 is located … Hubert 3 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 Thanks Hubert I'm right with you. With all the access panels closed and leaving out the interior details/parts in those areas, the fit issues shouldn't be as bad and I'll be finding out for sure in the next few days. Just need to tackle the nose assembly/panels and then I should hopefully be able to close up the fuselage. I'm not a fan of leaving all the access panels open and off, which for me kills the look and feel of the model, not to mention all the fit issues they cause. Keep 'em comin Peter 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkcoach Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 what is the name of that film? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocRob Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 Nice to see, how you adopt to the obstacles, taking one step after the other Peter. Way to go without a heart attack or heavy cursing at last. Poco a poco your laid back approach is leading to a very fine result, muy bueno. Cheers Rob 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 7, 2021 Author Share Posted June 7, 2021 Thanks Rob Much appreciated. Going at my own pace and enjoying the scenery along the journey. Keep ‘em comin Peter 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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