Battle of Midway Group Build, 3 June, 2017 - 7 June, 2018

Finally got the short wing B-26 conversion set from Lone Star today, now I just need to find the time to get started.  On my plate right now is helping my grandson change the engine on a 91 Camry, some work at the RC flying field, and drawing plans for another RC old timer model.  I must be having too much fun.

Some of these kits bring silk purses and sows' ears to mind, Doug.

Looks to me like your coping with it as far as anyone could.  I suspect you're right about a coat of primer and paint.  Once you get that far, I think the overall effect will look better than you suspect.

I know I usually arrive at a point in a build where everything looks pretty ugly--but everything seems to improve with paint.

jeaton01

Finally got the short wing B-26 conversion set from Lone Star today, now I just need to find the time to get started.  On my plate right now is helping my grandson change the engine on a 91 Camry, some work at the RC flying field, and drawing plans for another RC old timer model.  I must be having too much fun.

 

I put the wings and tail on the Zeek. The gaps are larger than the Hasegawa kit but aren’t too bad. I also am installing the pilot.

Looks good, Steve.

Glad to see the pilot figure in the cockpit; not too many kits outside Airfix include one these days.  

jeaton01

Finally got the short wing B-26 conversion set from Lone Star today, now I just need to find the time to get started.  

 

What Scale is the Lone Star B-26 conversion?

Great stuff coming off the bench, everyone.  I've been lurking since the start, but have no plans at the moment to join in due to having a full slate.

Anyhow, I came across this post linked on another forum, might be useful to some as it deals with US Navy markings - the part II being pertinent:

http://www.pmcn.de/English/USN%20Markings%20II/USN%20Markings%20II.htm

regards,

Jack

Useful and informative site, Jack.  Thanks for posting it.  

If you clear up some time in the future, you're more than welcome to join in at any time. Lots of months left in the GB.

Steve- The colors might not have been correct, but the mottled look is still impressive.

Doug - I had the same problem and feeling as you with the Revell 1/32 Corsair.  Just glue them up, fill and sand the seams, and move on.  Those folding wings were such a novelty that they were not worth the time to fuss over.  

Still no work on the Akagi.  But I am detailing about 30 little fighters and bombers for the Lexingting and Enterprise.

I repainted with the JN grey. I think it looks better.
The decals are thick but were able to settle down. Now comes the washes. I'm going to try something diffrent on this one.

I'm sure you'll get the same good results with the right color, Steve.  Looking good to this point.

That was quick!  And it does.

Scott:  that'll be a great addition to both ships.  I haven't worked with little people that little.  

1/48, Stik.

Nice group shot there Steve, those are some lovely builds.

The PE set for my Avenger finally turned up yesterday. But i have had to swap my builds round so will be getting to that later in the year.

Nice build Modelcrazy, another in a good looking set of zeeks you have built.

Great work.

Thank you Bish and Damouav.

I had to go back and add some antennas and fuel stains to the previous builds sfter looking at them all together. 

Nice layout of the group photo Steve.  All three look superb.  

Really good looking work, Steve.  Very effective weather, both top and bottom.  And the three together are highly impressive.

Do you have a preference for the front page?  There's a lot of nice looking photos to pick from.

Thanks again for your contribution to the GB!

Bish

The PE set for my Avenger finally turned up yesterday. But i have had to swap my builds round so will be getting to that later in the year.

 

Thanks Scott and Check.

Check how about 1 or 2, your choice..or maybe just all 3 gals together.

modelcrazy

Thanks Scott and Check.

Check how about 1 or 2, your choice..or maybe just all 3 gals together.

 

Sorry Check, I'll see if I can change that.

It's OK, Steve.  They came through as jpegs on the "1942 GB," so I grabbed one from there.  I used one of your top two choices here, and the other over there.

Thanks for being part of the GB.  Your models are always appealing and a pleasure to view.

Thanks Check, looks great!

Yeah, they do!

Hey Steve, that group shot is pretty impressive.  Nice job on all of those birds!

Still fussing with the pit on my Zero.  Getting some bench time tonight, so I may actually have pics by the end of the night. 

So here are the pics of the Zero cockpit I just finished.  Well, except for a quick wash to add some wear.

The trim wheel was scratchbuilt using a punch set due to my launching the kit piece into the carpet monster.  This was my first attempt at adding detail to a cockpit, and overall, I am pleased.  I am not all that happy with the seatbelts.  Tried making them from wine foil, and rushed the job.  Not sure if I will try that again, or just spend a few bucks for PE seatbelts.

Going to take a short break from this kit to work on a T-34 for another group build.

Thanks for looking,

D

Stev... Zero came out GREAT! Like the colors.

Dman, nice job on the pit... Looking forward to more WIP.

Me, well, We just about found out how far a replica Revell 1/32 F4F Wildcat could fly under its own power, (with a little boost from yours truley). I had to walk away for awhile. During assy of the (Fragile to start with) landing gear, it just crumbled in my hand, again, brittle plastic. Totally un-salvageable. After a few days of looking at it in the trash can next to my table, I pulled it out and formulated a plan "B". Since I can't do a flight deck dio now, I guess it will be an inflight dio after taking a devistating hit in the engine/gear area, and she'll be going into the drink. SO... Lets try again... 

This has the Medium Sea Blue Gray applied, its actually lighter then it appears here.

Finally got the wings straightened out so they don't look so terrible...

And thats about all for this disaster for now... Take care all!

Doug

 Man Doug,  I know what you are feeling, I have a model at present I want to do the same thing with.

The F4F does look like a perfect candidate for a flight deck crash dio.  Were any wrecked on the island?  Maybe set it on land as is with a few gooney birds sitting on it.