Don't know if it's too late to post this. However did start this kit way back in July for this Group Build. But now I have my new camera (to replace a stolen one). Took awhile to save for a replacement digital. The plane itself was completed a couple of months ago. In review I started out with AM's SBD-3 kit for this build.
Using Aeromaster Acylics for the lower Lt grey, and using Polly S for the USN Blue Grey scheme. Keeping with an out of box format I stuck with the kit decals which came off pretty well. This boxing is of the original series of SBD's
that AM released in the mid 90's.
Having built the old Monogram kit many years ago. This kit is excellent in overall detail. Despite the many bits and pieces, it is not that complicated and was pretty straight forward. Mentioned months ago, just used Eduards PE seatbelts to finish off the cockpit.
Using MM OD for the bombs and Insignia Red for the interior of the flaps. Aeromaster Interior Green was used for the cockpit and landing gear bays. Lt Ghost Grey was used for the crankcase. MM Steel and Aluminum for the engine and bomb racks and the other metal components.
Overall this kit is a beautiful representative of an SBD. I thank the Lord for the opportunity and ability to build this kit. Watching my peers on this site and their work is a great inspiration.
Chuck
Fly Navy