Well, one step forward, two steps back. I painted the darker color after the two lighter one yesterday and wouldn't you know, it's too dark......so I stripped it all off save for the underside and will start again. I ran out of RLM 75 so ordered more from sprue bros. This weekend I'll try again.

I guess I couldn't forget my Blackhawk ride, so I ordered this:

It's more of a utility version with weapons, rather than the search-and-rescure on I was on. No problem! I like 'em armed!

In the meantime, been plugging away here and there at the Huey:

The rotor isn't fastened yet, and the masking is still in place on those upper tinted glazing. Trying to get her painted up,

Mmmmm.... Just for fun, how does the Hawk compare to the Huey for size....

Jim

Ack, Mike- not much I hate more than having to go back and redo stuff like that...

Jim: Looks cool! The Huey is shaping up nicely and it's amazing how much bigger the Blackhawk is!

mikeymize

Well, one step forward, two steps back. I painted the darker color after the two lighter one yesterday and wouldn't you know, it's too dark......so I stripped it all off save for the underside and will start again. I ran out of RLM 75 so ordered more from sprue bros. This weekend I'll try again.

Bummer Mike, I know how aggravating that is to do something over again.  Hopefully the second time will go easier.

Ken

jimbot58

I guess I couldn't forget my Blackhawk ride, so I ordered this:

It's more of a utility version with weapons, rather than the search-and-rescure on I was on. No problem! I like 'em armed!

In the meantime, been plugging away here and there at the Huey:

The rotor isn't fastened yet, and the masking is still in place on those upper tinted glazing. Trying to get her painted up,

Mmmmm.... Just for fun, how does the Hawk compare to the Huey for size....

Jim

That is cool Jim!  After a ride in one now modeling it!

The Huey is looking great Jim!  Very nice indeed!   

Ken

KNOCK KNOCK!!! Anyone awake in here!?!

Sorry I haven't posted much myself, I did finish the Hellcat, but it keeps getting overcast by the time I get home from work so I can't get good photos.

Gamera

KNOCK KNOCK!!! Anyone awake in here!?!

Sorry I haven't posted much myself, I did finish the Hellcat, but it keeps getting overcast by the time I get home from work so I can't get good photos.

Hi Cliff,

I am still here.  Busy with summer time stuff.  I hope all is well with everyone.

Ken

Son Of Medicine Man

 

 

 

Gamera

KNOCK KNOCK!!! Anyone awake in here!?!

Sorry I haven't posted much myself, I did finish the Hellcat, but it keeps getting overcast by the time I get home from work so I can't get good photos.

 

 

 

 

Hi Cliff,

I am still here.  Busy with summer time stuff.  I hope all is well with everyone.

Ken

 

Still here as well. Lots of summer stuff here as well, plus time spent walking and riding the bike to get some more weight off! Seems the more you lose, the harder it gets as your body becomes more efficient, and requires fewer calories! Whew! I'm stuggling to make progress at this point.

I also did a 3 day trip out to the plains to catch up on some fishing a few weeks ago and may go again this weekend!

The other thing that occupied my time was a class I took in hunter safety. I have no current plans on becoming a hunter anytime soon but it did teach a lot about safe gun handling and responsible gun ownership. Plus if I ever do decide to take that step to be a hunter, this is a part of the process. The class included 2 sessions I had to attend in person and an on-line class that took the evenings of the better part of a week.

Jim

Good for you Jim!  I am still working on my weight loss as well.  It is true, the more you loose, the harder it gets.

Just don't get caught hunting any lions!  LOL!

Ken

Sounds good guys! I've been trying to lose a little weight myself. When it gets hot out I drink a lot of soft drinks and and have switched to diet but it doesn't seem to have much good so far though. 

Jim and Mike: I was hoping to see more work on your choppers and 109, don't keep me in suspense! 

Cliff, I will be posting some pics of the 109 tomorrow as I've made quite a bit more progress. Right now however it's time to let my dog out before a short read in bed and at least 9 hours of uninterrupted sleep!

As I indicated here's some updates on my "Gustav". 

I ran into another snag after putting on the gloss cote and starting the decals. The kit comes with tiny decals to put on the outside diameter of the "beule" or bulges on either side of the engine cowling, (where the "eyes" are). Unfortunately, none fit correctly so now I'm forced to paint them if posssible. They're extremely narrow so it's going to be a challenge. Also, I still must contend with the broken antenna point on top of the vertical stab. I've drilled a hole where it was and am canning one from another "G" that was already damaged. 

So far, I like the kit overall in spite of a couple curveballs its thrown at me.

Mike: Despite your problems she's coming along great so far.

BTW: Sorry but I still don't have any Hellcat photos, overcast yesterday and very windy today. I didn't want to risk having the model blow off somewhere. I really need to set up some sort of photo booth. On a brighter note the Wildcat is close to done now, I masked and sprayed the canopies (my most hated part) yesterday and am trying to make a replacement pitot tube out of wire and epoxy.

Hi Mike,

I can't find a way to reply directly to your post.  The 109 is looking great!  You did a great job painting the "eyes".  Good work so far! 

Ken

Hi Cliff,

Looking forward to seeing your "Cats".

Ken

Son Of Medicine Man

Hi Mike,

I can't find a way to reply directly to your post.  The 109 is looking great!  You did a great job painting the "eyes".  Good work so far! 

Ken

 

Hey Ken, thanks! 

And if you click on the 'Add Quote to your Post' button after clicking on 'Reply' on the post you're looking at it will add the whole thing to your reply.

mikeymize

As I indicated here's some updates on my "Gustav". 

I ran into another snag after putting on the gloss cote and starting the decals. The kit comes with tiny decals to put on the outside diameter of the "beule" or bulges on either side of the engine cowling, (where the "eyes" are). Unfortunately, none fit correctly so now I'm forced to paint them if posssible. They're extremely narrow so it's going to be a challenge. Also, I still must contend with the broken antenna point on top of the vertical stab. I've drilled a hole where it was and am canning one from another "G" that was already damaged. 

So far, I like the kit overall in spite of a couple curveballs its thrown at me.

 

TAD

Almost finished with decals and stencils. Had to repaint an area of the fuselage where the Balkan cross lies and ended up having to redo the cross and 87 octane stencil as well. Fourtunately I had some extras in my spares as the kit only supplied enough for one application. I'll be painting the canopy this weekend along with applying a pinwash and random weathering/ exhaust staining.

Hi Mike,

Sounds like you are rounding the bend.  We are looking forward to seeing it!

Ken

Son Of Medicine Man

Hi Mike,

Sounds like you are rounding the bend.  We are looking forward to seeing it!

Ken

 

mikeymize

 

 

Son Of Medicine Man

Hi Mike,

Sounds like you are rounding the bend.  We are looking forward to seeing it!

Ken

 

 

 

 

Well, I'm almost done; here's a pic of what I have thus far. I still have a few bits and bobs to add but she's darn near ready for a Luftwaffe Jagdflieger to strap in and go!

 

 

Hi Mike,

She is looking great!      The paint job, the wash, everything looks fantastic!  It looks like it could take off and fly!

Ken

Yeah Mike, she looks perfect to me! 

Well, finally finished. After a few set backs I feel pretty good about the final result. Next up I'll be doing an Airfix 1/48 Hawker Fury. It's real basic; no PE or aftermarket stuff. Just a nice easy build which is what I'm in the mood for after the Gustav!

Here's a decent 3/4 view for the wall Ken. Post whenever you get a chance.

She looks great to me Mike, love the camo.

Gamera

She looks great to me Mike, love the camo.

 

mikeymize

Well, finally finished. After a few set backs I feel pretty good about the final result. Next up I'll be doing an Airfix 1/48 Hawker Fury. It's real basic; no PE or aftermarket stuff. Just a nice easy build which is what I'm in the mood for after the Gustav!

Here's a decent 3/4 view for the wall Ken. Post whenever you get a chance.

 

She looks great Mike!!      The front page has been updated.

Ken

Hey all!

Incredible story here:

Tanker saves a jet

Jim

Towed with a fueling boom?!?! Heck yeah Jim, that's some story! Thanks for sharing with us.

Cool story Jim!  Thank you for sharing!

Ken