My Me 262 is done !

Absolutely gorgeous job! Question: How does the DML kit compare with the Tamiya kit? I really would like to build a 262, but I'm basically an armor modeler. And leaning toward Tamiya. Any insight would be appreciated.

Gip Winecoff

Pix that is truly a great looking model...I love it!!!
Chris

Thanks, Gip & Chris !
Although I have not seen the Tamiya 262 in the box, I have heard that it MUCH easier to assemble. I know I prefer to build a DML FW 190 rather than a Tamiya, but that's just me. There are fit problems with the DML 262 kits, some even call it "unbuildable." This is my 7th DML Me 262, so I know the places where I have to be careful. You would probably have a better result with the Tamiya kit. But if you like challenges, the DML is a fine kit.

GREAT JOB, Pixilater!! Mine (Tamiya version) is still in the box. I hope it comes out half as good as your's when I finally get around to building it.

Sweet! I'd like to get a Me262 in my (small) collection some day too.

Murray

Great looking plane.

Nice "swallow" Pix! Free hand you say? This is sooooo embarassing! Too good! The ole hands just won't do what the brain tells them to do! Great job. Bob

Thanks, Gary, Murray, hou_ge & 13b20 !
Yeah, I like the looks of an Me262 also. On a "Wings of the Luftwaffe" episode, the narrator said, "Its shark-shape gave it a look of lethal elegance." He wasn't kidding. Its one of the only jets that I like (the others being the He 280 & F-86).
Bob - I use a Badger 150 with a fine needle, at about 5-7 psi. I shoot it in towards the center of the area being painted. It keeps the edge clean, as long as you hold your hand steady !
Glad you like it, and thanks again !

Very nice piece of work. Now you can get started on the Tamiya clear version that arrived at distributors yesterday.

Thanks, Swanny !
I think I'm gonna pass on the clear a/c models. I don't look forward to trying to remove the pin marks. If only someone would do clear VAC fuselage halves, I'd give it a shot. But there'd still be the seams . . . oh, well.

I have been thinking about doing some clear kits. I have the clear B-17G, the clear Zero and the Tamiya 262 on the way. Maybe with enough rum I'll get brave enough to try one.

Maybe that's my problem. I quit drinking 10 years ago ! But the thought of trying to clean the pin marks & seams on an expensive kit scares me. I KNOW I'd screw it up.

WOW pix, that is awesome!!!! Do give airbrushing lessons on the weekend??? lol

really cool......

congrats

Great build sir, looks really good. If I want a challenge I will go climb a mountain:-), otherwise I think I will do the Tamiya version

looks great Pix are you going to get the new DML 262 Mistrel

Well done Pix. Another master piece.

I like it. A beautifil job!

Thank you, littlemoe, miller, Captain, Woody, & breezely ! I really enjoyed this kit, & I love the 262 (one of my favorite planes !)

littlemoe - Everything I learned about airbrushing came from the FSM mag & this website. That and a lot of practice & failures !

Captain Caveman - I wasn't aware that a Mistel was going to be released. I built the Ju88/Fw 190A8 Mistel as a trainer. That would look great next to it ! When's it coming out ?

Thanks again, all !

Pix:
Another outstanding job. Will you be able to "fly" it as well, seeing as it is opened up?

You know, those planes look so good that I bet with updated engines that bird could be a contender today!
Bruce

photo just came on Dragons site today should be soon
have you done any wheels up
ive got the Nightfighter version by DML what should i look out for all ive done on it is the tub and wheel wells

Great job as usual , Pix.

Captain - let me see if I can list them.
The angular piece at the top of the wheelwells fits into a notch on the bottom of the cockpit tub.
The vertical stabilizer needs to be thinned. Test fit the rudder as you go.
The underside of the rear fuselage will become concave if you don't reinforce the seam.
When glueing the wings to the fuselage, align & glue the rear part first. I always end up using filler on the underside of the wing fillets.
The nacelles are a tough match to the wings. I usually remove the plastic on the lower wings just above the engine. This will make the bottom wing into 3 pieces. The rear nacelle cone needs careful trimming & dryfitting. There's little room for weight in the nose. I add an equal amount to both nacelles (I use pennies !)
Dry fitting is ESSENTIAL on the main gear legs to wells. It has on odd way of attaching. Be careful attaching the retractors.
That's all I can think of right now. If you run into anything questionable, feel free to e-mail me. I'll answer as soon as I can.
Good luck, & thanks for the tip on the Mistel !

Thanks, Keyworth ! You must have posted while I was going through this rather lengthly reply !

thanks for the info i do like the 262, cant wait for them to get one flying again

That is sweet!! Very, very nice.

I also have to comment on the quality of the pictures. Very nice shots. What kind/brand of camera are you using to take your shots?

Thanks, David !
The camera is a Canon Power Shot G2, 4 megapixel. The original images are large (2272 x 1704 @ 180 pix/in). I use two 100w G.E. "Reveal" bulbs for lighting. I am a Media Arts major, & I've had 3 semesters of photo, so I've been fortunate to have some training.
Thanks again, I'm glad you like it !

Sweet looking Sturmvogel there! I just got the Hasegawa 1/32nd scale one today. Hope to start it soon.
For all you 262 fans check this site out....

http://www.stormbirds.com/project/index.html

Thanks, trupr ! That is a really good site. I used some of the pics from there as reference on my 262. Nice to see 'em flying again ! Now if they'd just come to Massachusetts . . .

Great looking build, Pix! Definately one for the display case.

Out of curiosity, has anyone tried the Italeri 262? I've heard that it's the same as the Dragon, but I've never found out for sure.

demono69