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I'm glad somebody will be building it! I started that thing about 5 years ago...did some detailing on the rotors only to find out after everything was glued and dried and while I was admiring the (scarce) detail that I added, I had put everything on backwards. Haven't touched it since. I love that bird though, used to want to fly em, so I can't wait to see what you do with it.
-Josiah
I got to fly in a CH-53D during the 1st Gulf War, and I was surprised at how smooth the flight was. I was expecting a really shaky ride, but it was really nice. And, in response to you can't wait to see what I do with the kit, well, same here!! This one has been sitting on the shelf since around 2008, so it's about time the box was opened again, and I got some plastic glued together on it.
Devil Dawg
On The Bench: Tamiya 1/32nd Mitsubishi A6M5 Model 52 Zeke For Japanese Group Build
Build one at a time? Hah! That'll be the day!!
Nice!! I got mine a little later in 2009...and it'll be awhile before I go back to it....got lots planned that I want to get done before I finish her up. If I end up doing another USMC themed gb I might put her in it,,,who knows.
Born 116 years ago today in the great state of VA
Interesting. I didn't know Chesty got a second star. I thought he retired with one star. Great picture, though.
Last Duty station I served at before getting out in 1975 was NWS Yorktown, Yorktown Va. and we were the first groupe to occupy "Puller Hall" our new barracks. Damn thing lookes like a Holiday Inn! The honor was meeting Mrs Puller when she came to the "Hall" to donate some of the Generals momentos to be displayed in the main Hallway of the Barracks Guard and admin buildg. Good night Chesty... Where ever you are. OOORAH!
When Life Hands You A Bucket Of Lemons...
Make Lemonade!
Then Sell It Back At $2 Bucks A Glass...
Hi all – I’d like to join if I may!
Devil Dawg beat me to the Academy CH-53 (I just built their CH-46 and it was an awesome kit) so instead I’ll start with a 1:48 Revell F4U Corsair. I may come up with something more by the time we get started.
Looking forward to it!
Kafziel Hi all – I’d like to join if I may! Devil Dawg beat me to the Academy CH-53 (I just built their CH-46 and it was an awesome kit) so instead I’ll start with a 1:48 Revell F4U Corsair. I may come up with something more by the time we get started. Looking forward to it!
Hey, Kafziel - I don't think there is any restrictions on what you build. Just because I'm building a CH-53E doesn't mean that you can't. The More, The Merrier!! By the way, which version of the CH-46 did you build? I've got the CH-46D & CH-46E, plus an MH-53E Sea Dragon. My plan for the CH-46D is to build her up as Pedro at Cherry Point. I've gotten to fly in that one once, and I always wanted to build a model of her. I've taken MANY, MANY photos of her externally & internally just for that purpose. Just gotta find the right decals now. Would it be possible for you to post some photos of your CH-46?
Mine is a CH-46E from HMM-365 at New River, the squadron that transported my unit in Kosovo in 1999. I didn't do a build thread but there's a few pictures here:
cs.finescale.com/.../160282.aspx
It was a really fun build and the CH-53 is supposed to be just as good if not better. Maybe if I knock out the Corsair too quickly, I'll join you with a 53!
Great looking -46 you got there! I'll get you added with the Corsair...I second the motion for the -53 after the corsair ;)
Thanks! Looking forward to it!
Actually in a GB there is some benefit to a few people building the same model kit. You get to share solutions to problems that might come up during a build, bounce color ideas off of each other, etc.
I know, I know,,,,,,this from the guy that is doing the first ever Mk 79 napes in 1/72, lol
but, there really is more "strength in numbers" with some of the kits that are out there
Rex (got a good laugh at the Chesty "who is she?" photo)
almost gone
Rigidrider OMG!!! 12 weeks in 1971 USMC recruit depot SanDiego, And various other locations over the next several months including Camp Pendalton, Camp LeJune , and Modford Point. Deattilio! What a great idea!,,
OMG!!! 12 weeks in 1971 USMC recruit depot SanDiego, And various other locations over the next several months including Camp Pendalton, Camp LeJune , and Modford Point. Deattilio! What a great idea!,,
I was there in 71', Plt-2017 then ITR at Pendleton then NAS Memphis for training and my first duty station was MCAAF Bogue Field. Almost seems like it was only yesterday.
On the bench: So many hanger queens.
Well it looks like a good time to get cracking on my MAW collection so count me in with the Revell 1/48 Intruder for starters.
Semper Fi
Scott
LOL!!! Yes it does! Plt 1133 then Modford point NC, Then Back to 43 "Los Pulgas" area Camp Pendalton! Semper Fi!
Josiah, I couldn't pass up the USMC. Could you please include me for a LVTP5A1 by AFV Club in 1/35. Thanks, Terry
I've provided a stock photo of the box art. I know theres a resin set available for the interior that would show it nicely with the ramp in the down position, maybe with a couple guys sitting on a bench would also be a nice touch. Terry
[/URL[URL=http://s1346.photobucket.com/user/kingtiger11/media/LVTP5A1/hf010_zps721d58b3.jpg.html] Josiah, sorry for eating up posts here, but this is a lot better picture of the "Bus" with the resin interior kit. Terry
Josiah, sorry for eating up posts here, but this is a lot better picture of the "Bus" with the resin interior kit.
Terry
Got ya added Terry, and man that looks like it is going to be sweet! I can't wait til November!
Josiah, thanks. Looking for an AM interior kit. Terry
Sounds interesting. I should be able to build something for this GB later this year. i'm not sure on what exactly but It's definitely going to be something modern. Probably an aircraft...
Ok, Josiah. I am going to be doing a 1/72 Revell M-60 with reactive armor n 1st Gulf War scheme. I am also going to be doing an Dragon AMTRAC (modern) in 1/72. I think by the time this build starts I will be ready for some armor!
Travis
"If a lie is told often, and long enough, it becomes reality!"
Travis/STFD637
Don't know how I missed you guys, but you are both added!
Is it too late to throw my hat in the ring with a Hasegawa 1/72 F-4 and possibly a V-22 Osprey and/or an F4U Corsair?
Steve
Building a kit from your stash is like cutting a head off a Hydra, two more take it's place.
http://www.spamodeler.com/forum/
I'll get you added Steve, also, I read and replied to your PM before I read this thread so disregard the part about telling me what you're building.
Time has been slowly sneaking up on me...two months til this one gets under way!
Good to see this on the front page again. I'm collecting more goodies for the Phantom as I type this.
Man I'm really jones'n for this one to start. Cant wait for next month.
Modelcrazy, I'm excited as well...only a month and a few days to go!
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