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Post by kyledehart5 on Feb 12, 2024 21:23:17 GMT -5
Super cool Jay!! That’s some really great work. Glad to hear things are moving forward ok for you.
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Post by Steve Zuleski on Feb 12, 2024 21:35:59 GMT -5
Man, haven't seen a TA build, this is excellent, even with the troubles, Jay, And might I add, great SBS pics too, Excellent!
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Post by handiabled on Feb 13, 2024 2:26:34 GMT -5
The engine cowlings look perfect! I like the modulated paint job you have on this so far!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Feb 13, 2024 6:20:47 GMT -5
Looks like everything lined up perfectly with those cowlings Jay and it's also good to see some paint on this one. I can't get over the wingspan on these birds!!!
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Post by cbaltrin on Feb 13, 2024 10:16:04 GMT -5
Jay, your cockpit and engine look fabulous 👌 Very nice work!
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Post by brandonk on Feb 13, 2024 10:20:52 GMT -5
Holy Hawkeye!! That kit is massive in wingspan. A guy would run out of space if all he built was this scale. Great work so far, I'm lovin' it!!
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Post by thug626 on Feb 14, 2024 16:05:42 GMT -5
This beastie may be fighting you, but it certainly looks as though you have the upper hand on this one. I've got this same build for this GB, so thank you for the SBS and helping with pointing out the pitfalls. Amazing work you have presented here!
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Post by tucohoward on Feb 15, 2024 10:21:49 GMT -5
This beastie may be fighting you, but it certainly looks as though you have the upper hand on this one. I've got this same build for this GB, so thank you for the SBS and helping with pointing out the pitfalls. Amazing work you have presented here! Thanks, Dave! If there is one area I would point to as the most problematic it's that firewall, fuselage, IP joint. That seems to be an issue for everyone and I should have read more earlier about that. You really need to make sure top of the firewall part is down level with the fuselage halves so that the windscreen fits correctly. The earlier this is addressed the better. Not exactly sure of the best way but what I had to do was a PITA. Jay
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Post by thug626 on Feb 15, 2024 11:32:56 GMT -5
This beastie may be fighting you, but it certainly looks as though you have the upper hand on this one. I've got this same build for this GB, so thank you for the SBS and helping with pointing out the pitfalls. Amazing work you have presented here! Thanks, Dave! If there is one area I would point to as the most problematic it's that firewall, fuselage, IP joint. That seems to be an issue for everyone and I should have read more earlier about that. You really need to make sure top of the firewall part is down level with the fuselage halves so that the windscreen fits correctly. The earlier this is addressed the better. Not exactly sure of the best way but what I had to do was a PITA. Jay Thank you for that information. Getting the fuselage parts is getting close.
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Post by M1Carbine on Feb 15, 2024 20:35:28 GMT -5
Jay - Looks great so far. I would have thought the 1/32 might be a better fit than the disaster ZM 1/48 TA that I just had to cut my losses and move on. Well done so far buddy. Dig your heals in and walk it home.
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Post by tucohoward on Feb 19, 2024 18:22:10 GMT -5
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Post by kyledehart5 on Feb 19, 2024 19:03:18 GMT -5
Work nonsense is the worst nonsense. Have to go but then someone drops some drama on you when you just want to pay some bills and afford a hobby. I hate it.
On the more positive side of things, great work!! Painting and decaling look wonderful!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Feb 19, 2024 19:13:19 GMT -5
WOW! Those decals laid down nice n' smoothly and I can see why you like 'em. Sorry to hear about the work blues brother and I hope things get better on that front.
This build is sure shaping up nicely for you.
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Post by lyle on Feb 19, 2024 19:31:00 GMT -5
Love it when the decals behave!
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Post by stikpusher on Feb 19, 2024 22:39:24 GMT -5
Thats turning out beautifully Tuco! Your paint work is excellent!
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Post by Joe Rix on Feb 20, 2024 0:17:56 GMT -5
Fantastic paint and decaling. You are nailing this one.
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Post by TJ on Feb 20, 2024 4:49:59 GMT -5
Kit is coming along beautifully. Hope the work nonsense settles down.
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Post by handiabled on Feb 20, 2024 9:52:13 GMT -5
I would be hard pressed to see that you had a fitment issue with this Jay. So very well done and a gorgeous paint job on top. The markings are just the icing on the cake. I hope the work drama sorts out for you
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Post by robbo on Feb 20, 2024 9:59:49 GMT -5
Lovely work Jay
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Post by thug626 on Feb 20, 2024 13:17:32 GMT -5
One would not know this kit fought you the way it did with the amazing results you achieved!
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Post by stuart on Feb 26, 2024 16:07:29 GMT -5
Very impressive work, it looks amazing, the painting especially. I really like that Tomcat you had on your bench too.
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Post by reserve on Feb 26, 2024 20:09:33 GMT -5
Another example of excellence and perseverance also
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Post by kyledehart5 on Feb 26, 2024 21:06:22 GMT -5
Even more outstanding work. Polished off some real beauties!! Love this one too.
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Post by jeaton01 on Feb 26, 2024 21:40:37 GMT -5
Lovely, it looks like a really high powered glider.
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Post by Joe Rix on Feb 26, 2024 23:53:09 GMT -5
Your patience and perseverance paid off in spades Jay. Incredibly stunning build. Came out beautiful. Congrats on bringing it across the finish line.
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Post by TJ on Feb 27, 2024 5:12:53 GMT -5
For all your troubles, the finish doesn't show it
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Post by 406 Silverado on Feb 27, 2024 9:50:38 GMT -5
Another example of excellence and perseverance also For all your troubles, the finish doesn't show it I'll echo these same thoughts on this outstanding completion Jay!! I have this same kit in my stash and after seeing M1Carbine and you take this one on I have seen the issues that this kit surprisingly presents being a ZM kit. You have definitely managed to mitigate the problem areas of this kit in good fashion as seen in this fantastic finish. I can't thank you enough for being a part of this group build Jay and again thank you for coming to this forum. Your presence as well as your work here are truly appreciated.
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Post by handiabled on Feb 27, 2024 9:57:06 GMT -5
Gorgeous build Jay! For the grinding it took for proper fitment you crafted a perfect looking 152. Kurt Tank would be proud
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Post by brandonk on Feb 27, 2024 10:11:29 GMT -5
Very impressive work. It turned out very nice even if you had fit issues. That's what it's all about, overcoming those issues and presenting a well constructed kit. Very nice!
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