Hey fox and jeaton01, thanks so much for the kind compliments and interesting information. I feel better about the exhaust stains, and now I can even explain it to people who look at the model. Speaking of which, someone said since it is wheels down I should try a diorama. So I got the Tamiya 1/48 Airfield Fuel Truck. It is very small compared to the P-47, but it is very detailed with great fit and quality of the parts. It is a fun little build, I am taking my time with it.
It comes with two figures, one holding the fuel hose and nozzle and one with his arm resting on the fuel hose door. I am the world's worst hand painter, even worse than airbrushing, but I will give a try to painting the figures. For the diorama itself, I am just thinking a simulated concrete slab. I am far too lazy for making buildings, grass, bushes, or dirt.
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