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Post by robbo on Apr 23, 2024 3:40:56 GMT -5
This is a nice build, I have an F-18 in the stash
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Post by TJ on Apr 23, 2024 4:05:39 GMT -5
Well now you have more F-18 markings in the stash. Like you need more F-18 markings  |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Apr 23, 2024 6:20:05 GMT -5
This is lookin' sharp Mike ( Medicman71). Love all the attention to detail that you're putting into this build. BTW....I'm not surprised at the whole fence debacle. What folks say and do are lotsa times two different things when money is involved.  |
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Post by handiabled on Apr 23, 2024 8:29:44 GMT -5
I've done the same "cherry picking" of aftermarket items to get the look I am trying achieve. These will really transform with the markings on them
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Post by Medicman71 on Apr 23, 2024 10:26:50 GMT -5
Well now you have more F-18 markings in the stash. Like you need more F-18 markings
Thanks guys! And if you saw the amount of Hornets/Super Hornets/Growlers in the stash, there's never enough decals.  |
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Post by Medicman71 on Apr 23, 2024 14:43:20 GMT -5
Ok I have a question, how do I fix this without a major redo? I had a run from a drop of the gloss onto the model. I tried using a papertowel but it left that mark.  |
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Post by stikpusher on Apr 23, 2024 18:36:01 GMT -5
Mike, try sanding and buffing out the affected area, then respray the gloss.
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Post by Medicman71 on Apr 23, 2024 19:46:59 GMT -5
Mike, try sanding and buffing out the affected area, then respray the gloss. That’s what I figured. I’ll try that tomorrow. |
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Post by stikpusher on Apr 24, 2024 12:02:43 GMT -5
Mike, try sanding and buffing out the affected area, then respray the gloss. That’s what I figured. I’ll try that tomorrow. Try with very fine grits so you don't get through the paint below the clear coat. |
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Post by Medicman71 on Apr 24, 2024 14:47:03 GMT -5
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Post by stuart on Apr 24, 2024 16:03:41 GMT -5
I hope you can sort that gloss issue out painlessly Mike, but man, those decals look awesome! It's been a long time coming, but I think these Hornets are going to be well worth the wait!
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Post by TJ on Apr 25, 2024 3:42:47 GMT -5
Great start on the decals Mike.
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Post by 406 Silverado on Apr 25, 2024 4:38:59 GMT -5
Ok I have a question, how do I fix this without a major redo? I had a run from a drop of the gloss onto the model. I tried using a papertowel but it left that mark. Looks like Carlos beat me to it Mike. Looking forward to seeing the recovery effort on that. Doncha hate it when stuff like that happens?  |
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Post by Medicman71 on Apr 25, 2024 11:04:54 GMT -5
Well Hornet #1 is pretty much done other than the stencils, but those will wait till the end. If it gets too close to the show the stencils may not make it on there. The only exception will be the weapons.  |
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Post by keavdog on Apr 25, 2024 12:23:40 GMT -5
Looks sharp Mike!
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Post by dupes on Apr 25, 2024 12:56:50 GMT -5
Guhhhhhhh...those Vigilantes markings are HOT!
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Post by Medicman71 on Apr 25, 2024 15:00:46 GMT -5
Well we've had a set back with jet two. I had a decal fold up and break on me. It was the squadron name that goes on the spine. There's no way to get that decal sheet has it's out of production and stock everywhere I looked. The wife and I are gonna try and make new ones but if not, well it just won't have the name on the spine.  |
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Post by Medicman71 on May 1, 2024 13:55:52 GMT -5
Decals are done and I've started the panel liners.   |
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Post by handiabled on May 2, 2024 3:39:25 GMT -5
Sucks about the decal issue but these are looking wonderful with the markings on them both!
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Post by Medicman71 on May 5, 2024 10:15:22 GMT -5
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Post by Medicman71 on May 5, 2024 10:16:55 GMT -5
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Post by keavdog on May 5, 2024 11:32:40 GMT -5
Great builds Mike. Very sharp
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Post by handiabled on May 6, 2024 1:05:29 GMT -5
Excellent double build Mike! They look the business with the loadouts on them
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Post by kyledehart5 on May 6, 2024 14:27:10 GMT -5
Super nice work. Great looking birds. Nice looking paint schemes.
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Post by jeaton01 on May 6, 2024 14:30:48 GMT -5
Beautiful birds, Mike, it's been fun watching them come together.
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Post by Medicman71 on May 6, 2024 14:36:06 GMT -5
Thanks guys!
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Post by themongoose on May 11, 2024 9:43:48 GMT -5
These turned out VERY sharp! Nice work laying down those monster decals 🤜🏼
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Post by reserve on May 12, 2024 0:22:20 GMT -5
A sweet pair sir very nice work
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Post by deafpanzer on May 12, 2024 8:56:57 GMT -5
They really came out great! I won't be surprised if they bring home some gongs too.
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Post by Medicman71 on May 13, 2024 8:18:43 GMT -5
Thanks guys! Unfortunately they got nothing at the show. Well, one got a "honorable mention" and that was the one that had the crack in the canopy.
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