P-51C racer "Thunderbird" done

[JohnB]

This is the Trumpeter 1/32 P-51B kit I have built as a racer from back in 1948 and 1949 competing in the Bendix race both years. Flown by Joe DeBona with Jimmy Stewart as his main sponsor. I added a Aires cockpit, Barracudacast tires, and a Tamiya prop and spinner. I also added a resin dorsal fin. Painted with Xtracolor RAF Oxford Blue. Decals are from Draw Decals. I have to say I'm enjoying building these racers! A great change of pace. I hope you like the results of my efforts. Please click on the 1st photo for best resolution and to view as a slide show. 😀

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[GazzaS]

Excellent Finish, John!

[Bomber_County]

Stunning paint work, Bearcat next…..

[JohnB]

10 hours ago, GazzaS said:

Excellent Finish, John!

Thank you Gaz. Another eye catcher for my racer collection.

[JohnB]

5 hours ago, Bomber_County said:

Stunning paint work, Bearcat next…..

I'm glad you like it, thanks. No, no Bearcat at this time since I don't have one in the stash. I'm figuring on this one. 1/48 ICM kit.

 

[Wingco57]

That turned out great John.

[JohnB]

1 hour ago, Wingco57 said:

That turned out great John.

Thanks, I'm glad you like it!

[Kaireckstadt]

Another stunning racer you‘ve build John! Eyecatching livery and a great build!

[JohnB]

11 minutes ago, Kaireckstadt said:

Another stunning racer you‘ve build John! Eyecatching livery and a great build!

Thanks Kai! I'm pleased that you like it.

[joeg]

Hi John, another great racer! Well done. Excellent paintjob👍

[JohnB]

7 minutes ago, joeg said:

Hi John, another great racer! Well done. Excellent paintjob👍

Thanks you! I'm glad you like the results of my efforts.