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    November 2005
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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, November 15, 2003 3:40 PM
Hello or as we say here on Guam USA Hafa Adai (like aloha in Hawaii) but we are over the date line closer to P.Islands. I am very new to this and hope I post correctly.

I have been building models for 40 years and it is my stress relief. Enjoy all models, especially automobile and ships and helicopters. Prior Navy (radarman and anti-sub warfare) Tin-Can sailor. I hope to learn from fellow modelers and vice versa. I am a researcher, writer, reporter for a business mag here in Micronesia. (Day Job). Look forward to meeting new people and friends who also enjoy this great hobby.

Latest model built Bell 47D Helo (MASH) and have a Alfa Romeo Brabham BT-46 in progress---Engine alone and rear suspension took nearly 80hr. 1/20 scale.

Hope this message gets out. First time I've ever posted to a site. Guam is a small place, one small hobby store that is mainly R/C stuff...too expensive for me...love static display. Question, do I need a name for posting?
If so my nickname is Gumby---I'm kinda of clumsy, but build pretty good models I think. Have a good day from Guam, "Where America's Day Begins!"Smile [:)]
  • Member since
    January 2003
Posted by shermanfreak on Saturday, November 15, 2003 3:53 PM
Welcome to FSM Eric.
Sign - Welcome [#welcome]

Good to have you join us here !!!!

You did just fine for your first post, everything looks ok. Choice is yours if you want to use a nickname or your real name.

Enjoy the forums !!!!
Happy Modelling and God Bless Robert
  • Member since
    December 2002
  • From: Third rock from the sun.
Posted by Woody on Saturday, November 15, 2003 5:56 PM
Welcome to FSM EricSay, I'm sure you'll feel right at home. We are glad to have you here.Wink [;)]

" I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." --John Paul Jones
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, November 15, 2003 6:06 PM
Hello Eric and Welcome Aboard!
  • Member since
    May 2003
  • From: St.Louis, Missouri
Posted by nicodemus on Saturday, November 15, 2003 9:36 PM
Greetings Eric from Guam!

Welcome to the forum, my wife was born on Guam! Her dad worked on those triple tailed connies, electronics I think.

Steve-
minutes to buy, hours to build-

a humble ham-fisted modeler in the midwest-
  • Member since
    January 2003
  • From: Washington State
Posted by leemitcheltree on Sunday, November 16, 2003 4:58 AM
Hey, Eric. Welcome to the forum.
Do us a favor and post a few pictures of that Alfa/Brabham - I'd love to see it. 80 hours?Holy moly. Must be a beauty.
Cheers
LeeTree

Cheers, LeeTree
Remember, Safety Fast!!!

  • Member since
    July 2003
  • From: Dahlonega, Georgia
Posted by lizardqing on Sunday, November 16, 2003 9:14 AM
Welcome Eric. Sounds like that Alfa sure is a work of art. Would love to see it to.
  • Member since
    June 2003
  • From: Cavite, Philippines
Posted by allan on Sunday, November 16, 2003 10:11 AM
Welcome to the forum, Eric.

Youve already got a name, Im afraid. I guess that just like me youre stuck with your real name. Btw, isnt "Gumby" the handle given out by naval aviators to new aircrews who dont have handles yet?

No bucks, no Buck Rogers

  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 16, 2003 5:13 PM
Sign - Welcome [#welcome] Ericsay. Stress happens to be the reason I hobby. Go for itWink [;)]
  • Member since
    January 2003
  • From: NE Georgia
Posted by Keyworth on Sunday, November 16, 2003 6:18 PM
Welcome to FSM, Eric. Call yourself whatever you want. Hope to see you around the forum.
"There's no problem that can't be solved with a suitable application of high explosives"
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 11:37 PM
Hi all. Just logged onto this. Computers are not my friends. I build 1/48 aircraft. I do have a question. Im interested in the paint job of a Corsair which I believe Hobbycraft makes with what looks like a multi-colered camo job. Not sure of country. Any clues? Is this kit a good one to build?
  • Member since
    August 2003
  • From: South Australia
Posted by South Aussie on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 12:33 AM
EricSay;
Sign - Welcome [#welcome] I think you find that a lot of us use modelling for stress relief, it the best medicine there is for stress.

Enjoy yourself.
Wayne I enjoy getting older, especially when I consider the alternative.
  • Member since
    June 2003
  • From: Cavite, Philippines
Posted by allan on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 2:07 AM
Hey there, Denwil,

Welcome to the forums. You might want to post a separate topic for your introduction. Click on the "post new topic" toolbar at the bottom of this page.

Check out the Aircraft forum, the guys there might help you out on your query.Smile [:)]Sign - Welcome [#welcome]

No bucks, no Buck Rogers

  • Member since
    February 2003
  • From: Tochigi, Japan
Posted by J-Hulk on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 7:06 AM
Hafa adai! I've been to Saipan twice, and had that phrase drilled into me! That's Chamorro, right? Actually, I was on Guam for all of 45 minutes this past August. Looked nice from the airport!

Welcome to the forums, and I hope you have a great time here.
~Brian
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 10:39 AM
Welcome to the forums, Eric!

Great to have another "Eric" on board! Wink [;)]
  • Member since
    February 2003
  • From: Indiana, USA
Posted by cassibill on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 11:26 AM
Welcome, Its not 80hrs of work its 80hrs of love. Nothing is a better stress reliever than modeling. Or a better cure for writer's block. My research paper is writing itself practicallyBig Smile [:D] And all I did was lay some stuff out for later and I now have creativity to burn.

cdw My life flashes before my eyes and it mostly my life flashing before my eyes!!!Big Smile The 1/144 scale census and message board: http://144scalelist.freewebpage.org/index.html

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