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  • Member since
    May 2007
  • From: Atlanta, Georgia
Props - Trumpeter Liberty Ship
Posted by RTimmer on Sunday, March 9, 2008 4:48 PM

Hi All,

I recall some time back in one of the discussion threads on the Trumpeter Liberty ship kit that it was indicated the props that come with the kit are not accurate.  My question - are there any AM accurate props for this kit, or alternatively, is there a good technical description and/or drawing of the props as they should be?

Thanks in advance for any insight into this problem.

Cheers,  Rick

  • Member since
    March 2007
  • From: NJ
Posted by JMart on Monday, March 10, 2008 5:09 PM
Um, I have that kit, have not built it yet, but have no clue about propeller accuracy... something I do sometimes is to look up the Eduard PE instructions sheets on their web site, they are accurate most of the time, then make up your mind. You can always just but AM propellers of the appropriate scale... sorry cant be of more help! :(

 

 

  • Member since
    December 2005
  • From: Seattle, Colorado
Posted by onyxman on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 9:12 PM
I was looking through an old book today and saw a photo of a Liberty ship propeller. I think with a little judicious sanding you could shape the kit's prop to a better replica. I'll see if I can get that picture scanned. The prop has thinner blades than the kit's, with pointier tips.
  • Member since
    May 2007
  • From: Atlanta, Georgia
Posted by RTimmer on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 9:48 PM

Hi Onxyman,

Thanks very much - that would be great if you could, much appreciated.

Cheers, Rick 

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