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Helldiver! 2/08/09 Post Script

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Posted by namrednef on Sunday, July 6, 2008 4:20 PM

 

The jingo just hit me! Chukw be brewing a post right now! And me off to the 'Indy' film with the family. (You know Indy.....not indie)

Confident there will be Beast pics here later. If not I'll look at the old ones! 

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Posted by chukw on Sunday, July 6, 2008 8:42 PM

Thanks, friends- you guys are the greatest!  Nam, how right you were- and here its is! 

I've had three days to build- and still get some holiday in.  I really am just making this up as go along, and still find that sometimes you just need a bigger hammer!






















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Posted by raider83 on Sunday, July 6, 2008 8:59 PM
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!  All that in 3 days?!  you are incredible chuk.  ITs funny to see the Beast with wingsWink [;)] but it looks super-duper(haven't used that one yet) Big Smile [:D]
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Posted by White Snake on Sunday, July 6, 2008 9:23 PM

Chuk,

I am even on vacation in another state and I still made an effort to get to a computer and an internet connection tonight to check the update.  As usual, sweeeetttt.....

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Posted by davew6003 on Sunday, July 6, 2008 9:24 PM
Man I just cant come up with enough words for this thread.............I cant wait to see what you do with the 1/48 B 29 that is next......Whistling [:-^]
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Posted by weebles on Sunday, July 6, 2008 10:49 PM

Chuk,

I hope you're going to sell a DVD of this when complete.  I'd love to have it for my collection of reference materials!

Dave

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Posted by kielers on Monday, July 7, 2008 2:12 AM

Hi Chukw,

I've been following your build for the past few weeks after coming back into the forum following an extended mobilization and deployment in support of OEF.  I've been out of the net for almost two years and it's truly refreshing to return to see your build progress and the great tips and methods you present in your postings, they're awesome. 

I'm inspired by your attention to detail and started work on an Eduards P-40N Warhawk about 6 weeks ago.  I'm still working on the cockpit adn haven't even painted anything yet.  There're a number of inaccuracies and missing details that I'm working on now, especially with the forward radiator and oil cooler intakes.  I'll post photos when I can get the lighting and exposure right. 

As I said, you're posts are awesome and I've already used a couple of your techniques on my build.

One question I have:  What kind of camera are you using and on what settings?  You have to be using the macro setting.  I'm having trouble getting the lighting right so my photos are clear and bright. 

Thanks for sharing your build. 

Steve

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Posted by Mikeym_us on Monday, July 7, 2008 9:19 AM
 chukw wrote:

Thanks, friends- you guys are the greatest!  Nam, how right you were- and here its is! 

I've had three days to build- and still get some holiday in.  I really am just making this up as go along, and still find that sometimes you just need a bigger hammer!






















uhoh! looks like ChukW accidentally got paint on a couple of the gauges on the IP. And Chukw wasn't there supposed to be a gunsight on the top of the dash?

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Posted by Daywalker on Monday, July 7, 2008 10:09 AM
I just knew you'd come through for us on Independance Day with an update!  Outstanding stuff, thanks again for taking the time to do this. Approve [^]

Frank 

 

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Posted by namrednef on Monday, July 7, 2008 10:50 PM

 

TY chukw!.....no words.

Now I may sleep 

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Posted by Luftwoller on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 3:14 AM

........Bow [bow]

She looks soo sweet with the wings on. Thx for another fantastic installment Chuk.

...Guy

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Posted by wyoroy on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 12:54 PM
 Luftwoller wrote:

........Bow [bow]

She looks soo sweet with the wings on. Thx for another fantastic installment Chuk.

...Guy

Sign - Ditto [#ditto]

Roy (Capt. Wyoroy FAAGB/USNFAWGB)

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Posted by tlivancso on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 8:33 PM

chukw

Awesome build, great detailed work and the cartoons are great too. Have killed a few lunch hours looking over it all.

Thanks for sharing. Smile [:)]

Cheers,

Thom

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Posted by weebles on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 9:41 PM

Chuk,

I'm anxious to see how you go about attaching the engine to the fuselage. 

I just picked up a Vac-u-form on ebay and also purchased the upgrade kit.  I enjoyed what you did with yours and I'm looking forward to popping out some canopies myself.

Dave

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Posted by namrednef on Friday, July 11, 2008 5:57 PM

 

Hmmmmmmmm.....getting that feeling..........a Helldiver in work!Thumbs Up [tup]

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Posted by Luftwoller on Saturday, July 12, 2008 3:59 AM

Damn you Namerednef. I saw the post notification in my inbox and was here in a shot. LOL. Its only cos i was thinking exactly the same as you.

Chuck.....oooo eeee.....Chuuuuuuck. A Tentative call out to the great man.

Remeber the old adage. Good things come to those who wait. WELL I CANT, COME ON MAN. IM DROOLING. LOL.

...Guy

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Posted by sfcmac on Saturday, July 12, 2008 5:50 AM
I can wait. I admire and am inspired by this work Chuck but it makes me feel kinda wimpy when I realize just how talented you are. Now if you had characters like Connie in the old preventive maintenance magazines, Id just have to give up, Ever do any nose art for your aircraft? Keep up the awesome show because you have created so much more than just a build thread. This is art!Thumbs Up [tup]
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Posted by namrednef on Saturday, July 12, 2008 8:14 AM

 

Sign - Ditto [#ditto] Couldn't be said better sfcmac! I feel a bit guilty/creepy post about upcoming installments of chukw's build..........but dammit! I can't help it!

We all love A/C, modeling and cartoons, I think.

Well? Sigh [sigh]

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Posted by Dougums on Saturday, July 12, 2008 4:12 PM
 namrednef wrote:

We all love A/C, modeling and cartoons, I think.

Ya got me Blush [:I]

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Posted by namrednef on Sunday, July 13, 2008 2:36 PM

 

It's late afternoon on the East Coast......warmish......Yanks are losing......and the gnawing has begun in the belly of the Beast! 

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Posted by White Snake on Sunday, July 13, 2008 2:50 PM
Waiting patiently....Go Cubbies!!!

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Posted by spiralcity on Sunday, July 13, 2008 4:18 PM

 White Snake wrote:
Waiting patiently....Go Cubbies!!!

Cubs? Thumbs Down [tdn] Real Chicagoans choose the SOX!!! Cool [8D]

 

 

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Posted by namrednef on Sunday, July 13, 2008 6:35 PM

 

eh, but it's still only 4:30 on the left coast! Time to burn! 

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Posted by chukw on Sunday, July 13, 2008 8:02 PM

You guys are such a lovable band of kooks!  Thanks, fellas.... Cool [8D]

Weebles, hope you enjoy your new toy!


Life's been pretty busy- lots of stuff going on here on ChukWorld.   Got some hammer-and-saw work done at he bench- here's the scoop on filling the wing roots.  










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Posted by sfcmac on Sunday, July 13, 2008 8:16 PM
 Now that's what I'm talking bout! Love it and use much of the same techniques!  You have even inspired me to put little tiny circle sites and pins on mu Do-17 for the BOB GB! I thought of you everytime I took out the magnifier! Awesome stuff Chuck! namrednef will be most pleased thanx for coming through!Cowboy [C):-)]
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Posted by leemitcheltree on Sunday, July 13, 2008 9:32 PM

LOL.....a 1/144 concurrent build as well as the 1/48th....jeez, Chukie-boy....you're my hero.....I wanna be just like you when I grow up....

In truth, it's quite entertaining.....prolly the bestest WIP series I've yest seen on the 'net.  Can't wait to see the next spellbinding installment.....stay tuned....same bat time, same bat channel.

Thanks again, mate.

Cheers, LeeTree
Remember, Safety Fast!!!

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Posted by raider83 on Sunday, July 13, 2008 9:38 PM
Wow again.  Just wondering though, are you going to pick out any detail in the bomb bay with different colors for wires and such? don't mind me asking dumb questionsWhistling [:-^]
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Posted by lexesbenz on Sunday, July 13, 2008 10:35 PM
Chuk your writting and art look very familiar, by any chance were you an art teacher in Syracuse, NY?
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Posted by Luftwoller on Monday, July 14, 2008 3:03 AM
 leemitcheltree wrote:

 Chukie-boy....you're my hero.....I wanna be just like you when I grow up....

 

Me too, and im 39. Another awesome installment chuckster. So many helpfull and usefull tips and tricks. Those groovy round files are the buisness. Whered they come from.Ive never seen the like before?

...Guy

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Posted by leemitcheltree on Monday, July 14, 2008 5:49 AM
Guy,
Those twisted files are called rifflers....they come in quite a number of profile sections - round, flat, square, oval, triangular.....I've got a bunch of them, and the sure do come in handy.
Try places like MicroMark, Squadron, Hannants, and any other online model shop.....or try a jeweller's supply place - one that sells tools and materials to people who make jewellery - go see one - they have the BEST tools - I'm not kidding - you'll not believe your eyes.

Cheers, LeeTree
Remember, Safety Fast!!!

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