JohnB Posted December 29, 2023 Share Posted December 29, 2023 I figure you guys have all seen the photo of the Hellcat landing while on fire. I'm adding a couple more of the same incident that you might not have seen. The pilot was unaware he was on fire until after he touched down! LOL This will be my next subject but not as a diorama (which would certainly look cool!). There are a few more but I decided to just use these. Made a little progress on the rear windows this AM. I wanted to get those done first as removing the plastic for them can be very touchy. Luckily mine seemed to work out okay. Not perfect but acceptable. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Collin Posted December 29, 2023 Share Posted December 29, 2023 Will be watching. Still waiting for a new tool 1/32 Hellcat. Since you started this, one will be announced. Cheers Collin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted December 29, 2023 Author Share Posted December 29, 2023 27 minutes ago, Collin said: Will be watching. Still waiting for a new tool 1/32 Hellcat. Since you started this, one will be announced. Cheers Collin I hope you are right as we really do need a GOOD new tooled Hellcat in this scale. One molded with today's techniques should make a really great model. I was hoping Tamiya would start some to follow their Corsair line but it looks like we are SOL there. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted December 29, 2023 Share Posted December 29, 2023 John Just love anything from the Iron Works Gang and the Folks at Republic. Completely agree we need a new, Hellcat with today's level of detail and accuracy and the correct shaped cowl/mouth. Terrific choice for your next build and the specific aircraft has a very unique history captured on film as well. Never thought about the diorama but for guys that know hope, would be a showstopper. Fire in the cockpit or on the aircraft is a pilot's worst nightmare. Looking forward to following your progress as I can remember building the Hasegawa Hellcat back in the 1970's - the model is long gone unfortunately. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted December 29, 2023 Author Share Posted December 29, 2023 Here are a couple more photos from Britmodeler. Very interesting subject so I thought I'd add them here with the others. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 2 Author Share Posted January 2 Well along on this build. I replaced the kit cockpit with one from CMK. Much better, etc. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted January 2 Share Posted January 2 John Nice progress on the Hasegawa Hellcat. So glad you are working your magic on the kit as she is a Golden Oldie from the 1970's and when done, will truly have the looks and lines of an Hellcat. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 2 Author Share Posted January 2 3 hours ago, Peterpools said: John Nice progress on the Hasegawa Hellcat. So glad you are working your magic on the kit as she is a Golden Oldie from the 1970's and when done, will truly have the looks and lines of an Hellcat. Even though it's a fairly old kit it still builds up well. Adding a after-market cockpit and wheels helps to bring it up some to present day "standards". Still, it's way overdue for someone to issue a GOOD Hellcat kit in this scale. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted January 2 Share Posted January 2 John, absolutely agree. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 2 Author Share Posted January 2 Painting in progress. Still have the wings and tail to do but should have that done later today. Then I'll set it aside to dry thoroughly before over spraying with clear gloss in preparation for decaling. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted January 2 Share Posted January 2 Just flying along there John. I've glued a couple suspension bits together and in the same time, you're onto paint. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 2 Author Share Posted January 2 21 minutes ago, BlrwestSiR said: Just flying along there John. I've glued a couple suspension bits together and in the same time, you're onto paint. Come on Carl! Get the lead out! LOL Just kidding. Painting and decaling are my favorite parts of building. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 3 Author Share Posted January 3 Painting and decaling done! Clear flat over spray is next then I'll start on some weathering and exhaust stains. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire Posted January 3 Share Posted January 3 I turned my back again and another masterpiece appears, looking good John, I remember building two of those kits and really enjoyed the process. Cheers Dennis 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 3 Author Share Posted January 3 13 minutes ago, Spitfire said: I turned my back again and another masterpiece appears, looking good John, I remember building two of those kits and really enjoyed the process. Cheers Dennis Thank you Dennis. Pretty good kits even though they are old school molding. The main thing I guess is it LOOKS like a Hellcat and adding a few "extras" such as a after market cockpit and wheels/tires from a Tamiya Corsair make it a pretty fair build. I can imagine what a 1/32 Tamiya issue(s) would be like! I plan to spray the clear flat today then start on the weathering, etc. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted January 3 Share Posted January 3 John Looking so good and completely agree with Dennis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 I swear John must have kidnapped a few of Santa’s elves to build for him while he sleeps. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 4 Author Share Posted January 4 44 minutes ago, ScottsGT said: I swear John must have kidnapped a few of Santa’s elves to build for him while he sleeps. LOL Scott. Busy busy! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 4 Author Share Posted January 4 Done with this one. https://forum.largescalemodeller.com/topic/19872-hasegawa-f6f-3-completed/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpools Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 John Heading over now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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