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WIP Memorial Day Start Build Trumpeter 1/32 F4F-3 Wildcat Completed

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  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 4:02 AM

Chemteacher
Wow! Mr. Toshi, that is a fantastic build. The details on your engine are 1st class and I love the fade on the blue topside. Nice job.
 

Thank you Chemteacher.  The details of this engine are 1st class in no part due to FSM Members like yourselfs!

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 3:09 AM

ManCityFan

Looks great Toshi.  I like the clear cowel that lets us see the work on the engine, and the colors are fantastic.  As usual, you did great decal work.  And those look like some BIG decals.

Excellent job, once again.

 

Thank you as always DMan!  I too like the clear cowling.  Hence the attraction to this particular kit.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 2:50 AM

CrashTestDummy
Looks very nice, from what I can see. Funny (not), that after I select to NOT EVER send notifications from that image posting site, I see nothing but 404 errors.
 

Thank you CrashTestDummy, your words are too kind!  I am unable to replicate these 404 errors to the best of my abilities.  I apologize for the inconvenienc.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 2:32 AM

lawdog114
That’s your best build to date Tosh. You did a remarkable job on it. I like the clear cowling and engine as well.
 

Wow, lawdog114, words coming from an esteemed colleague as you, I’m most honored and humbled!

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 2:18 AM

goldhammer

Another fantastic build off of your bench Toshi.  I only  can hope mine comes out a third as nice.  Bow Down

The radial is super nice with the extra work you put in it with the wiring.  I like the idea of the clear cowling, and am planning on painting one half of mine, splitting it vertically.

 

 

Thank you goldhammer!  Your words are way too kind!  I can only thank lawdog114 engine wiring tutorial for that one.  As for the idea of cocentrically spilliting  painting up within the cowling is a stroke of genius!

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 2:04 AM

keavdog

Nice job.  Seems like a really great kit.  I can see the thumbnails in your latest post post but I can't see the images when I click on them.  The older ones are fine.

 

Thanks keavdog!  Besides the descrepencies GMorrison pointed out, I thought Trumpeter did an excellent job on a really great kit as you so pointed out.  As for the issues with the past/present images of which I can’t replicate.  I’m dumbfounded and am at a first for me.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 1:54 AM

Rambo
Another great build Toshi can't wait to see what you start next.
 

Thank you Rambo I too am at a crossroads as what to start building next.  I don’t know where to or when to start?  Until then sir.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    December 2010
  • From: Salem, Oregon
Posted by 1943Mike on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 11:43 PM

Toshi,

Tell the Mrs. not to worry. I still can't view the images from your final post but I can view the images from the 23rd. Strange.

Anyway, the way everything was looking I agree with others that you've done a great job on this kit!

Mike

"Le temps est un grand maître, mais malheureusement, il tue tous ses élèves."

Hector Berlioz

  • Member since
    June 2017
Posted by Chemteacher on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 10:14 PM
Wow! Mr. Toshi, that is a fantastic build. The details on your engine are 1st class and I love the fade on the blue topside. Nice job.

On the bench: Revell-USS Arizona; Airfix P-51D in 1/72

  • Member since
    September 2016
  • From: Albany, New York
Posted by ManCityFan on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 9:14 PM

Looks great Toshi.  I like the clear cowel that lets us see the work on the engine, and the colors are fantastic.  As usual, you did great decal work.  And those look like some BIG decals.

Excellent job, once again.

Dwayne or Dman or just D.  All comments are welcome on my builds. 

  • Member since
    January 2010
Posted by CrashTestDummy on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 7:05 PM
Looks very nice, from what I can see. Funny (not), that after I select to NOT EVER send notifications from that image posting site, I see nothing but 404 errors.

G. Beaird,

Pearland, Texas

  • Member since
    February 2012
  • From: Olmsted Township, Ohio
Posted by lawdog114 on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 11:46 AM
That’s your best build to date Tosh. You did a remarkable job on it. I like the clear cowling and engine as well.

 "Can you fly this plane and land it?...Surely you can't be serious....I am serious, and don't call me Shirley"

 

 

 

 

  • Member since
    August 2014
  • From: Willamette Valley, Oregon
Posted by goldhammer on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 9:44 AM

Another fantastic build off of your bench Toshi.  I only  can hope mine comes out a third as nice.  Bow Down

The radial is super nice with the extra work you put in it with the wiring.  I like the idea of the clear cowling, and am planning on painting one half of mine, splitting it vertically.

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 4:10 AM

DasBeav

You knocked another one out of the park again, Toshi! Another great build.

Best wishes to you and your family. And enjoy the rest of the summer, so far a pretty good one.

 

 

Thank you once again DasBeav!  Your words are just way too too kind and you humble me greatly.  A best wishes to you and your family as well and have a safe and joyous summer!

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 4:02 AM

1943Mike

Toshi,


The little thumbnails of your model look fabulous! The problem with viewing them on Postimage this morning for me is that they don't appear at all. All I get are the usual stuff from Postimage such as:


"These Steamy Ladies Will Help You Discover What Passion Is"
"A Sexy Brunette Wants To Spoil You Silly (Message Her Now!)"


Not sure why the images (of your model) are not appearing.

 

Thank you 1943Mike.  I just try to keep up with everyone to the best of my abilities.  I’m very shocked you’re unable to view my photos via Postimage.org.  I’ve had Mrs. Toshi open the photos up on another iPad without any issues that’s not to say there are none, it’s just odd.  

Let me be the first to once again apologize for this unpleasant discrepancy.  I’ll have Mrs. Toshi look into it.  A different pair of eyes might help looking into this issue.  Please except my sincerest apologies.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 3:45 AM

fotofrank

Really nice, Toshi. I like the faded blue top-side. I still can't get over how tou find kits with clear parts to expose the innards.

 

Thank you fotofrank, that faded blue top side is something that I like as well and I’m honored that you approved.  As for the clear parts, Monogram has quite a bit in their repertoire ie: Visble B-17G of which I made one and Phantom Mustang to name a few.  The modern ones are far more numerous coming from the likes of Zoukei Mura and Trumpeter respectively.

Zoukei Mura has a limited supply (Limited Catalog) and is extremely complex with a extremely demanding price point whilst Trumpeter is much more numerous (Extensive Catalog) less complex with a much more relaxed price point then the aforementioned.  Note that Trumpeter is not without it‘s error’s as GMorrison so pointed out.  Ultimately, ”You pay for what you get” stands the test of times.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    April 2003
  • From: USA
Posted by keavdog on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 1:08 AM

Nice job.  Seems like a really great kit.  I can see the thumbnails in your latest post post but I can't see the images when I click on them.  The older ones are fine.

Thanks,

John

  • Member since
    August 2012
  • From: Parker City, IN.
Posted by Rambo on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 1:03 AM
Another great build Toshi can't wait to see what you start next.

Clint

  • Member since
    October 2016
  • From: .O-H-I-O....
Posted by DasBeav on Monday, June 25, 2018 10:28 PM

You knocked another one out of the park again, Toshi! Another great build.

Best wishes to you and your family. And enjoy the rest of the summer, so far a pretty good one.

 

 Sooner Born...Buckeye Bred.

 

  • Member since
    September 2012
Posted by GMorrison on Monday, June 25, 2018 2:37 PM

Hmmm, the ones I got said that the girl would make the first move...

 Modeling is an excuse to buy books.

 

  • Member since
    December 2010
  • From: Salem, Oregon
Posted by 1943Mike on Monday, June 25, 2018 1:54 PM

Toshi,


The little thumbnails of your model look fabulous! The problem with viewing them on Postimage this morning for me is that they don't appear at all. All I get are the usual stuff from Postimage such as:


"These Steamy Ladies Will Help You Discover What Passion Is"
"A Sexy Brunette Wants To Spoil You Silly (Message Her Now!)"


Not sure why the images (of your model) are not appearing.

Mike

"Le temps est un grand maître, mais malheureusement, il tue tous ses élèves."

Hector Berlioz

  • Member since
    June 2017
  • From: Winter Park, FL
Posted by fotofrank on Monday, June 25, 2018 8:10 AM

Really nice, Toshi. I like the faded blue top-side. I still can't get over how tou find kits with clear parts to expose the innards.

OK. In the stash: Way too much to build in one lifetime...

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Sunday, June 24, 2018 11:46 AM

BrandonK

Superb work, Toshi. You did a magnificent job on this one. Well done!!

BK

 

Wow!  BrandonK, Thank you so very much for the accolades.  I’m most humbled and especially appreciative of your positive output on my build.  Thank you BrandonK.

Your friend, Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Sunday, June 24, 2018 11:01 AM

philo426

Engine looks great Tosh!One of your better builds for sure!

 

Thank you philo426!  Your positive enthusiasm is greatly appreciated!  You humble me greatly!

Your friend, Toshi

 

 

 

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    June 2014
Posted by BrandonK on Sunday, June 24, 2018 10:59 AM

Superb work, Toshi. You did a magnificent job on this one. Well done!!

BK

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    March 2005
Posted by philo426 on Sunday, June 24, 2018 9:15 AM

Engine looks great Tosh!One of your better builds for sure!

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Sunday, June 24, 2018 8:34 AM

Here I have the first photo of the engine.  I was able to wire it through Lawdogs114 tutorial.  The rest of the photos show the F4F-3 Wildcat.  Thank you FSM Forum Members for supporting my WIP.  I so greatly appreciate the interest in my build!

Your friend, Toshi

 

 

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Sunday, June 24, 2018 3:43 AM

keavdog

Looks cool T!  That clear cowl is really interesting.

 

Thank you so very much for such a kind comment, I am most humbled.  Yes, I must agree with you in that the clear cowling is very interesting.  I want to personally thank on my WIP, your support and very kind commentszAh

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Sunday, June 24, 2018 3:35 AM

GMorrison

You have the art, Alan.

Needs a propCool

 

I am beyond honored as well as humbled by your extremely kind comments.  Coming from such an esteemed FSM Member as you are.  The prop you inquire about is drying.  I sprayed Testors clear (Dull Cote) flat spray #1260 to seal in some prop decals prior to installation.  I’ll have photos tomorrow of the completed F4F-3 Wildcat.

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

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