Rod The Fixer
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jun 17, 2023 3:56:19 GMT -5
Hi everyone, I have started to assemble this Super Hobby kit  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr to make the transport versione Ki-54 Hei / Hickory no.5541 which had to make an emergency landing on the Towada lake on 27 September 1943. The plane was found and fished out of the lake on 5 September 2012 and was put on display at the Misawa museum.  Source:https://commons.wikimedia.org  Source:https://www.avionslegendaires.net/avion-militaire/tachikawa-ki-54-hickory/ A quick look inside the box:  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr As usual, I start building the interior... I encountered a small problem with the seat backs, which are not clearly defined by their attachment to the sprue ... This could result in the seats being at different heights....  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr  by Rodolfo Masti, on Flickr |
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Post by Joe Rix on Jun 17, 2023 7:44:54 GMT -5
that is one cool subject. I'm certainly not all that familiar with it. You've got an excellent start to the interior. That PE set seems to be a good enhancement for this kit. Nice work so far.
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Post by adt70hk on Jun 17, 2023 15:55:04 GMT -5
Not heard of this plane.
That's very good indeed indeed. Nice progress....me thinks you've been doing this hobby for a while!
Keep up the good work.
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Post by stikpusher on Jun 17, 2023 17:37:56 GMT -5
Oh that’s a nice nifty subject! I imagine that it filled a similar nice as the C-45 in US service. Those seats in the passenger compartment remind me of school desk chairs… 🤔
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Post by Tobi on Jun 18, 2023 5:28:13 GMT -5
That is a neat looking project and I didn't know this type before.
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jun 18, 2023 7:07:00 GMT -5
What a find THAT was!! That's crazy after all these years that it still is as intact as it is. Incredible! What a great unknown to me subject and I'm liking all the attention that you're giving this one in the way of PE detail Rod. Looking forward to more bud!
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Post by deafpanzer on Jun 19, 2023 11:29:58 GMT -5
That's a cool subject for me to follow and learn. Great start!
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Post by Medicman71 on Jun 19, 2023 19:42:21 GMT -5
Very cool! I haven't seen this one before either.
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jun 20, 2023 14:09:18 GMT -5
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Post by stikpusher on Jun 20, 2023 16:00:00 GMT -5
Looking good Rod! You've even got the seatbelts in there! What green are you using for the interior?
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jun 26, 2023 12:16:56 GMT -5
Looking good Rod! You've even got the seatbelts in there! What green are you using for the interior? I used the Gunze Green H340  |
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jun 26, 2023 12:17:49 GMT -5
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Post by jeaton01 on Jun 26, 2023 15:03:39 GMT -5
Aves Epoxysculpt to the rescue!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jun 26, 2023 16:40:18 GMT -5
Such a detailed interior for a 1/72nd scale build. Sorry you’re having assembly gap blues. Looking forward to the recovery efforts.
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Post by stikpusher on Jun 26, 2023 17:00:57 GMT -5
34097 for a Japanese interior green. I like it!
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jul 1, 2023 9:32:46 GMT -5
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 1, 2023 9:52:40 GMT -5
Man.....I don't think it could get any more perfect than that Rod. Super smooth base for the color coats ahead. Masterful work bruhta.
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jul 14, 2023 9:12:22 GMT -5
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Post by keavdog on Jul 14, 2023 9:30:39 GMT -5
Really interesting subject. Coming along nicely. Ya, I've found special hobby to not be the greatest fitting kits, but they do really great subjects. Looks like you're winning the battle.
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Post by deafpanzer on Jul 14, 2023 9:38:43 GMT -5
Glad to see that it had a great paint job!
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Post by jeaton01 on Jul 14, 2023 10:27:55 GMT -5
Looks great!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 14, 2023 11:17:25 GMT -5
Oh BOY!! We're getting to the point to where paint should start flyin' on this one. Looks great so far in primer Rod and I'm looking forward to seeing color going on this beauty.
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Post by brandonk on Jul 18, 2023 13:00:59 GMT -5
Wow, that is some talented work. I always amazes me how some builders, like you, can make these smaller kits looks so good.
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Post by Rod The Fixer on Jul 21, 2023 11:00:33 GMT -5
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Post by stikpusher on Jul 21, 2023 13:16:28 GMT -5
Nice fix on the landing light fit problem Mr. Fixer  |
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Post by TJ on Jul 21, 2023 18:01:05 GMT -5
This is coming along great. Lets me know what I'm in for with my Special Hobby kits in the stash
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 21, 2023 18:35:35 GMT -5
You didn’t just TRY to fix the landing light Rod. You DID fix it!! Great job on the light and you’re right, the PE on the landing gear looks fantastic. Some very good efforts going into this build.
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Post by Joe Rix on Jul 22, 2023 0:19:22 GMT -5
Really stellar effort so far Rod. Solid putty work to clean up the joints. Excellent save on the landing light. Sees to have worked splendidly.
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Post by buddho on Jul 22, 2023 2:31:42 GMT -5
Very cool build amd progress!
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