KevinM Posted June 18, 2022 Share Posted June 18, 2022 Good to see you beat the big ugly John cannot even tell there was a fit problem. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 18, 2022 Author Share Posted June 18, 2022 1 hour ago, KevinM said: Good to see you beat the big ugly John cannot even tell there was a fit problem. Thanks Kevin. As they say, it's not over til it's over. Still got the gunners station, landing gear attachment and some smaller stuff to take care of. On the home stretch though!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 18, 2022 Share Posted June 18, 2022 John You are amazing! Keep 'em comin Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 56 minutes ago, Peterpools said: John You are amazing! Keep 'em comin Peter LOL Peter. I wouldn't say that, just persistent! Not going to let this beast beat me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Clunkmeister Posted June 19, 2022 Administrators Share Posted June 19, 2022 On 6/17/2022 at 11:19 AM, monnthebiff said: Now that really sucks John and a hard-core rework needed to get the fit! Regards. Andy That takes cojones, no doubt! I remember cutting that first RCAF rear observer window out of that very expensive HK Lanc plastic a d thinking “well, I ain’t turning back now”. 🤣 Gotta have a little faith, baby! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Clunkmeister Posted June 19, 2022 Administrators Share Posted June 19, 2022 John, which GSB are you using? My kit is calling to me now, although I have the open rear gunner area and bomb bay. I think I’ll forego the folded wings for now as well. Plus, can you possibly drill the plastic flaps to maybe add some relief and detail? It might go a long way towards giving those some “pop”. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Looking good from a not too promising start, nice job of taming the Beast. Cheers Dennis 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monnthebiff Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Looking good John, regarding the undercarriage I purchased these Reskit wheels for my build They are beautifbeautifully cast with smooth tread and think they also dona set with diamond tread. Will make a big difference over the kit parts. Regards. Andy 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 11 hours ago, Clunkmeister said: John, which GSB are you using? My kit is calling to me now, although I have the open rear gunner area and bomb bay. I think I’ll forego the folded wings for now as well. Plus, can you possibly drill the plastic flaps to maybe add some relief and detail? It might go a long way towards giving those some “pop”. It's Testor's Ernie. I keep several bottles on hand! The plastic flaps have a fair amount of relief and detail but drilling out all those little holes is a chore I'll take a pass on! Since I already have the PE set I'll think about working on them later on and, if they work out okay, I'll remove the plastic ones and attach them. However, I don't have much "want to" on 'em right now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 17 minutes ago, monnthebiff said: Looking good John, regarding the undercarriage I purchased these Reskit wheels for my build They are beautifbeautifully cast with smooth tread and think they also dona set with diamond tread. Will make a big difference over the kit parts. Regards. Andy They do look good Andy. Wish I'd had them before I assembled the kit items but the kit ones will do. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 6 hours ago, Spitfire said: Looking good from a not too promising start, nice job of taming the Beast. Cheers Dennis Thanks Dennis! Still got a fair amount of work to accomplish. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 Got the GSB on and the landing gear attached. I'll attach the gear doors later as I'd probably knock 'em off moving the model around. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HubertB Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Talk about silk purse and sow’s ear …. Hubert 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 13 minutes ago, HubertB said: Talk about silk purse and sow’s ear …. Hubert Thanks Hubert! That thought came to me a little earlier. It certainly qualified as a sow's ear! LOL 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinM Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Liking it alot John still not buying one!I mentioned on another forum methinks most of my new kits will be ICM,Eduard and Revell Germany.I think one day John as fast as you build I like to how you store the builds I am just about at the point to have build another floor cabinet. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 John You're easily becoming the conquering hero. Gear on and looking good Keep 'em comin Peter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 1 hour ago, KevinM said: Liking it alot John still not buying one!I mentioned on another forum methinks most of my new kits will be ICM,Eduard and Revell Germany.I think one day John as fast as you build I like to how you store the builds I am just about at the point to have build another floor cabinet. Thanks Kevin. I admit, I'm really out of room for more built models. 🤪 I've put some in boxes with peanuts and other packing material just to make a little room. 😄 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 John Maybe it's time to start working more and more in 48th scale so precious display spce can be found? Keep 'em comin Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 39 minutes ago, Peterpools said: John You're easily becoming the conquering hero. Gear on and looking good Keep 'em comin Peter LOL Peter. Fitting the tail guns now. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 19, 2022 Author Share Posted June 19, 2022 4 minutes ago, Peterpools said: John Maybe it's time to start working more and more in 48th scale so precious display spce can be found? Keep 'em comin Peter I gave that some consideration but it seems the models I want to build are mostly 1/32. I just ordered another KH T-28C from Hannant's earlier today and think that will be next up (maybe). I don't expect to build any more 1/32 twins etc. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaS Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 Looks] great, John! Gonna be awesome! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted June 20, 2022 Author Share Posted June 20, 2022 43 minutes ago, GazzaS said: Looks] great, John! Gonna be awesome! Thanks Gaz! I think I see the light at the end of the tunnel! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Clunkmeister Posted June 20, 2022 Administrators Share Posted June 20, 2022 John, you did go strictly OOB, right? But for the seat? I pulled mine out today and looked at the open gunner position, and it’s a VERY easy and quick modification. The separate control surfaces are nice, too. I’m pretty Gung Ho about building one now, and if it comes out half as nice as yours I’ll be thrilled. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 That looks great, after I finish my current builds I might go on a USN 3 kit theme and include the SB2C. Cheers Dennis 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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