GUY5Y Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Ok,I have "lurked" since James did such a wonderful job creating this site.I have to thank Grant ,the all round "good egg"..."Woot " Lovett,for pulling me in.I don't know where to start? The Dutch guys.Alex and Bertl.....Doogs.Martin and co waving a flag for the UK.Thank you.I hit modeling seizure watching genius..........Now for all you mortal modelers....I gave it another go..........I was not aiming at accuracy,rather playing with wires,and generally making things busy,if you like,a practice run,leading to I know not where I will find my comfort level.......It has become fun again,not to mention a huge learning curve.So,starting with the obligatory Box 'n Bits,here goes. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave J Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Nice start Guy! I should really pull out mine again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted March 1, 2014 Administrators Share Posted March 1, 2014 Let me tell you: you wasted some valuable time with lurking by the look of things since it looks like you've got this modeling thing down! Really nice start. I'd love to tackle a TBM one day. Huge kit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkranias Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 looking great. watching this, this kit is on my wish list. She's a big 'un too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 You like 'em dirty I see. Cees 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjaminsummerfield Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Great start I'll watch this with interest, TBM looks like one of Trumpeters better kits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathanReed Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Nice Guy! You need not worry about what others think. Your having fun! Thats all that matters in the grand scheme of it. I was told a few times back in the nineties that my models were ugly. It was a modeling club that i stayed in for years. I didnt care because I knew that each model I was learning something. In fact, I built a model with a specific technique in mind. I didnt worry about anything else, like i didnt care about the finishing touches of the paint if i were buiding it to learn say...scribing lines or putting rivets, etc. I built a lot of 1/72 scale though so it wasnt as expensive! It was nice when i won first place with one after all of that "anguish" if you will. Everyone was very happy for me. Your model looks great and it a pleasure knowing you are having fun doing it! Kepp it up and post often! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Well, well, well !! This is an excellent start (even for an Old Felstedian ) I'm definitely going to watch this Guy, you've got a great subject going and with plenty of talent to make it into a superb model. If I can do anything to help then, you know, you only need to ask. Keep it up!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators James H Posted March 1, 2014 Administrators Share Posted March 1, 2014 Off to a great start! I quite like the TBD from an interior detail aspect, and you proved this could be something I look at in future. Can't wait for next updates. PLEASE post more of your work here too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey boyer Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Love it! I'm a big fan of dirty bird's.... Harv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUY5Y Posted March 6, 2014 Author Share Posted March 6, 2014 Ok,just as I had my mojo going.....did a test fit.Don't like this at all.....I feel surgery coming on 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawman56 Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Wonderful cockpit & engine detail, Guy! I have to echo what Johnathan Reed said about clubs. Had a few run-ins with some "mega rivet counters" that left me quite irritated to say the least. Sadly, it wasn't just models, but model railroad clubs as well. One of the many reasons I like these forums. I especially like the radio wiring you've done. Very clever! Can't wait for more pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUY5Y Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 Ok,brief update. Engine mountings are out to solve the fit issue,kinda stalled me a bit. But have now been working on the rear turret. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 That looks great. Cees Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beychevelle Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 I like it a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One-Oh-Four Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 Nice going, Guy! I see the radio's got some special coated wiring to retain that HiFi sound? Just kidding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUY5Y Posted March 18, 2014 Author Share Posted March 18, 2014 Top quality Hifi (from a mouse cable)! ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted March 19, 2014 Share Posted March 19, 2014 Great progress Guy!! I like it a lot. So, have you finally binned that awful Aztec airbrush??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUY5Y Posted March 19, 2014 Author Share Posted March 19, 2014 No Grant,I haven't.......it's all I have........so the big bits scare me!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodshedwings Posted March 21, 2014 Share Posted March 21, 2014 Looking good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUY5Y Posted March 25, 2014 Author Share Posted March 25, 2014 OK,time for a bit more. Getting close to closing up. Had to remove engine and brackets to resolve the fit issue.All should be ok though,as the firewall fits directly to the fuselage with a convenient "lip" I will however have to sand the engine down,to "stuff it" in the cowl. Although I have nothing other than a sheet and a desk lamp as my "photo booth",I hope that by playing with the insides of the camera,photo quality has improved.Anyway,here she is,getting close to hiding it all! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey boyer Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Looks good. More please ?........Harv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingco57 Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Impressive,Cees Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beychevelle Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Closing up...always a somewhat sad moment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
repeater Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Excellent work so far - glad to see ! Keep sharing :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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