Bill_S Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 It was a busy day for the postman. I got the Nick in a trade with a local club member. It cost me a WNW Albatros. I looked for a Quinta Studios set for the Ki-45. but none exists. The Yahu panel is for the Z-M Ho229. Slowly but surely, I'm switching from Model Master enamel to Mr. Color lacquer. I want something with a wide range of colors that I can spray and brush. I hope the metallic paints compare favorably to the Model Master Metallizers that I've been using forever. 15 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belugawhaleman Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 Coming from Amazon today,......an ancient kit from Tamiya. Tamiya's Ford GPA Amphibian 1/4 Ton 4x4 truck (35336) has been around since about 1974, however, more recent boxings of this kit have included new details. These include; some new photo-etch parts, a new set of figures, some engine details that are new, and some placard decals. A quick look at the kit shows some simplified chassis (tub) detail especially the molded-in leaf springs. Otherwise, the kit seems OK, at least, it could make a decent little replica of the vehicle. As far as I know, this is the only kit of this subject in 1/35. 13 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 I've been trying to find reference material for my Vosper build but most seem to be OOP or just plain hard to find. Somehow this book popped up and for 1/4 if the price it was at on my Amazon wish list. Now I've got some options for the camo rather than just a plain grey. 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bomber_County Posted February 8, 2023 Share Posted February 8, 2023 18 hours ago, belugawhaleman said: Coming from Amazon today,......an ancient kit from Tamiya. Tamiya's Ford GPA Amphibian 1/4 Ton 4x4 truck (35336) has been I’ve never ever seen this boxing, well not on the UK…….. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bomber_County Posted February 8, 2023 Share Posted February 8, 2023 15 hours ago, BlrwestSiR said: I've been trying to find reference material for my Vosper build but most seem to be OOP or just plain hard to find. Somehow this book popped up and for 1/4 if the price it was at on my Amazon wish list. I know your pain Carl. I’m going with the little I can find as I’ll never finish…….have you tried Pinterest….. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark31 Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 Recievd today from the mailman 2 boxes 1kit whats in and yes its a bottle tamiya extra thin I hope to turn it in to this scale 1/12 limeted run kit Mark 12 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harv Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 Wow....harv 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 Mossie for $100 10 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 31 minutes ago, Martinnfb said: Mossie for $100 That's a great price. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 It’s a good price for mediocre kit. In past few ours I was playing with the shape of the nose. Fabricating windows. Still, there’s a higher chance I finish this then the Uber kit from Japan . 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 Did I mention the leading edge ? 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 I can't find it but I have a pic of the HK fuselage with the Tamiya wing on it and the difference in leading edge profiles is significant. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 Indeed. Yet, It is doable and fun. For freaks like me, more fun that Tamiya. 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 Hopefully yours lasts longer than mine did. My son took it for a test flight right after I finished it. Maybe with the more accurate wing profile, it'll fly better. 1 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 Oh no, did you manage to take some pictures Carl ? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CANicoll Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 On 2/5/2023 at 7:59 AM, Peterpools said: Bill, Silly Putty - guess it's used for masking cammo.😉 On 2/5/2023 at 12:07 AM, Bill_S said: Does it leave a mark behind? A residue on the paint? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 16 minutes ago, Martinnfb said: Oh no, did you manage to take some pictures Carl ? Here you go. With the Tamiya Mossie. Right before her maiden flight. 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CANicoll Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 On 2/7/2023 at 1:18 PM, ScottsGT said: Are we going to do a group build of the Tamiya Mk VIII that so many of us purchased? Here is one of my other projects - the 6" hairpin legs showed up today for the upper shelf. Different workbench time! 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlrwestSiR Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 12 minutes ago, CANicoll said: Are we going to do a group build of the Tamiya Mk VIII that so many of us purchased? I'm waiting for the XIV conversion to come out and then I'll start one of the XVI kits in my stash. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belugawhaleman Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 This afternoon came a package from Sprue Brothers. This time, from Takom, came their ; WW I Heavy Battle Tank Mk.I Male (No.2031). This one can be built with or without the extended steering arm depending on which decal/marking option chosen. The kit also includes the option of installing the sponson lifting crane or not. The box illustration shows this installed. A disappointing issue with the Takom Mk I kits (there's also a Female) is that there's an issue with accuracy of the forward driver's cabin....It's too narrow according to reviews, being more like later marks of these tanks. This issue is said to be less noticeable when the tracks are installed. Oh well, Hell..can't be perfect I guess! Anyway, I had planned to buy The Female version......it has the grenade screen... but probably won't now. Anyway, it still looks like a pretty good kit...having some nice camouflage options. The early paint schemes resemble the French style with the different colors outlined in black. https://www.scalemates.com/kits/takom-2031-mki-male--961925 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PanzerWomble Posted February 12, 2023 Share Posted February 12, 2023 14 hours ago, belugawhaleman said: This afternoon came a package from Sprue Brothers. This time, from Takom, came their ; WW I Heavy Battle Tank Mk.I Male (No.2031). This one can be built with or without the extended steering arm depending on which decal/marking option chosen. The kit also includes the option of installing the sponson lifting crane or not. The box illustration shows this installed. A disappointing issue with the Takom Mk I kits (there's also a Female) is that there's an issue with accuracy of the forward driver's cabin....It's too narrow according to reviews, being more like later marks of these tanks. This issue is said to be less noticeable when the tracks are installed. Oh well, Hell..can't be perfect I guess! Anyway, I had planned to buy The Female version......it has the grenade screen... but probably won't now. Anyway, it still looks like a pretty good kit...having some nice camouflage options. The early paint schemes resemble the French style with the different colors outlined in black. https://www.scalemates.com/kits/takom-2031-mki-male--961925 Ok I've genuine kit envy there .....I love Takom's desings even if they are never quick builds . 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_S Posted February 12, 2023 Share Posted February 12, 2023 On 2/10/2023 at 10:14 PM, CANicoll said: Does it leave a mark behind? A residue on the paint? That's my primary concern with using the stuff. I've put a blob on a clean white paper towel; I'll leave it sit for a day or two and report the results! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocRob Posted February 12, 2023 Share Posted February 12, 2023 17 hours ago, belugawhaleman said: This time, from Takom, came their ; WW I Heavy Battle Tank Mk.I Male (No.2031). Nice Paul, I love these quirky almost steam punk designs. I have a Takom MK. IV kit and helped me to an extra set of tracks, which are one piece links and click together. Takom claims, they are for MK II - MK V and Whippet and Tadpole. I've no idea, if the MK I had different tracks, but I liked to make life a bit easier on these boring redundant jobs. Cheers Rob 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harv Posted February 12, 2023 Share Posted February 12, 2023 I wish they had this in 1/18th....harv 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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