C-47 Skytrain/Dakota/DC-3 GB

Count me in please. If I can get a custom sheet made I've been wanting I'll build a 1/144 and 1/72 DC-3.

modelcrazy

Thanks Keyda,

Go ahead and put me down for the 1/72 Airfix Dakota Mk.IV, you have my intrest piqued. I'll probably get it soon and start on it in Jan. I don't know if I'll do it in the NASA livery or BOAC but probably the BOAC.

 

Added to the roster!  I think we'll land up with quite the variety in paint schemes with this GB.  I'm looking forward to seeing what everyone does!

keavdog, I still can't picture just how small that DC-3 is going to be!  You must have very steady hands, I fumble with small parts all the time!  I usually send them flying to the carpet monster.  EDIT:I googled a picture of that kit, and all I can say is wow!  The smallest thing I've built so far is 1/144 B-58.  It didn't seem that small while I was building it, I think the 1/144 Herc's gave me more trouble than the Hustler.  I do have a 1/200 Herc in the stash, I think that will be the smallest one I ever try!

I've used them before on a British Airways 747. Like Keavdog said they are super thin and need to be cut out but are very nice once they're on.

B-36Andy

I'd like to do a Monogram DC-3 in 1/48. I have Draw Decals of Delta Ship 41. 

Anyone used Draw decals before?

 

I have used Draw decals on a number of kits.  They are super thin and on a continuous film so they require careful trimming.  Thin but durable.  They will easily fold over on themselves but are recoverable.  They react well to setting solution and I have always finished with a clear coat.  Greg has a great catalog.  I ordered the Alaskan airlines decals set for my tiny 1:200 DC-3.

Thanks Keyda,

Go ahead and put me down for the 1/72 Airfix Dakota Mk.IV, you have my intrest piqued. I'll probably get it soon and start on it in Jan. I don't know if I'll do it in the NASA livery or BOAC but probably the BOAC.

modelcrazy, I got you down as a maybe!

GAF, I never even knew Nasa used the C-47 as well.  Learn something new everyday!

B-36Andy, I'll get you added to the roster.  I can't remember if I've used Draw decals or not.  I think I may have, since the name sounds familiar.  I'm pretty sure I used them on an old Otaki C-5 Galaxy.  Didn't have any issues with them that I can recall. 

I'd like to do a Monogram DC-3 in 1/48. I have Draw Decals of Delta Ship 41. 

Anyone used Draw decals before?

modelcrazy

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BTW, I'd be killing 3 birds with one stone LOL. DC-3, NASA and Airfix.

 

A triple play!!!

That's cool Gary.

It wouldn't be too hard to find decals, in fact, I might already have some. I'll think about it.

BTW, I'd be killing 3 birds with one stone LOL. DC-3, NASA and Airfix.

Modelcrazy>  You know, if I wanted to kill two birds with one stone, maybe this scheme would be appropriate?

Gary

Keyda

I might be intrested. I was just looking at an Airfix Dakota this afternoon for Bish's Airfix build starting in Jan.

Put me down as a maybe.

fotofrank

 

 

GMorrison

Trading Post- I have a really nice set of decals (KLM or Swissair) that I've scanned and would be happy to trade for something. I'll keep the basic stencils.

The KLM are the classic "Flying Dutchman" scheme with the tri-color tail. Really a good looking airplane.

 

 

 

 

Yeah, since this is open to DC-3's as well as C-47's and other variants of the Gooneybird, I'd really like to do an unusual livery as opposed to an O.D. and gray airplane. Of course, if I can fine decals for Tico Belle, that all changes. My wife and I flew on Tico Belle back in the 80's from Titusville to Amelia Island, FL, where the VAC flew an airshow.

 

Not sure if you have tried it before, but making your own decals is something to consider.  It can be a bit of a pain in the rear, but it's slightly less frustrating than trying to hunt down decals.  I've made my own a few times with our printer, Testors decal paper and bonder spray. 

I made these ones for Whiskey 7.  Picture kind of sucks, cause they are in a ziploc bag with a piece of wax paper over them.

GMorrison

Trading Post- I have a really nice set of decals (KLM or Swissair) that I've scanned and would be happy to trade for something. I'll keep the basic stencils.

The KLM are the classic "Flying Dutchman" scheme with the tri-color tail. Really a good looking airplane.

 

Yeah, since this is open to DC-3's as well as C-47's and other variants of the Gooneybird, I'd really like to do an unusual livery as opposed to an O.D. and gray airplane. Of course, if I can fine decals for Tico Belle, that all changes. My wife and I flew on Tico Belle back in the 80's from Titusville to Amelia Island, FL, where the VAC flew an airshow.

Trading Post- I have a really nice set of decals (KLM or Swissair) that I've scanned and would be happy to trade for something. I'll keep the basic stencils.

The KLM are the classic "Flying Dutchman" scheme with the tri-color tail. Really a good looking airplane.

plasticjunkie

Keyda

How about an additional GB Badge for the Civilian entries?   

 

I knew I was forgetting something, lol.  I'll get to work on that right now.

fotofrank, That is the main idea!  But instead of everyone building whatever, they all have a common theme, in this case the C-47/DC-3.  Yep roughly six weeks until the start date!  Would be glad to have you on board.

GMorrison, I will add that onto the first post! 

Turns out that the MATS decals are home made.

Geez, Mr. Morrison! Too much to choose from. That's a good thing.

I'll check that out, GMorrison. I did find some MATS decals in various scales on eBat just now. I contacted the seller to find out just how good they are. I really don't want some one's home made decals for something like this.

I'm working on a post that'll have the sprue shots, a photo of my subject (also a restored museum plane), and whatever I have on the decals.

Frank, I've uncovered all kinds of Goonie Bird decals. Take a look at the scalemates page for "all C-47 models". Surprising amount of stuff.

Keyda, based on the hall passes you've been handing out, you might add "partially started and crossovers ok". That'll attract more flies too.

Keyda, I'm pondering joining this group build. Is the idea that we all build our own airplane, discuss the build, show build progress, then show off the finished masterpiece? I've never participated in anything like this before. I think I can accomplish the build in the allotted six months though.

While doing my research, though, on which kit to build, I thought of Ice Pilots and Buffalo Joe and his old airplanes. Tried to find Buffalo Airways DC-3 decals here in the lower 48, but came up with zip. Also looked for decals for the VAC Tico Belle, our Florida C-47. Right now I'm trying to find an Airfix C-47 kit.

So, I like have six weeks to make my decision, right?

Keyda

How about an additional GB Badge for the Civilian entries?   

PFJN, plasticjunkie, and goldhammer you've all been added to the roster!  No worries goldhamer, started is okay with me.

Can't wait to start this.  I dug the kit out to add the last of my aftermarket bits I've purchased to the box, and I wanted to dive in!  Lol.  This will certainly be my most involved build so far.  I've got a bunch of aftermarket and materials for scratch building!

I have the Mono 1/48 AC version, but is a partial start with the interior painted and floor and pit in it, and a partial start on the wing center section....would guess about 20% complete. 

If allowed, put me down.  If not, no worries.  Got two to finish up first, plus some house remodel to work on too.

I’m in with a 1/72 Revell DC3 in civilian 1940’s Cubana Aviación  livery That I had professionally made.

I've yet to read that, but would like to.  I've been reading articles mostly, and on the resupply effort for the Flying Tigers.

Also considering a C-47 from the 1st Air Commando group.

Really need to pick this one up.  I have the one for the ETO and MTO.

https://ospreypublishing.com/store/military-history/series-books/combat-aircraft/c-47-r4d-skytrain-units-of-the-pacific-and-cbi

Gary

I enjoyed reading "Flying the Hump" by Don Downie. It's a color photo collection, really informative. Downie flew C-46's so most of the a/c photos are of those.

It's a good book.

Keyda,

Hi.  You can put me down for a 1/72 scale BT-76 conversion.  I ordered the Lonestar Models kit for the US Forest Service Smokejumper aircraft that Lewbud provided info on.  I'm still not sure what base kit I will use, since the conversion kit says it was developed for the Italeria craft, but that it should work on most any 1/72 scale kit.

Pat

https://wildfiretoday.com/2012/11/03/smokejumpers-dc-3-retires/

GMorrison

I'd forgotten about that one. What decals do you have? I see vintageflyer has a couple of sets.

I figured it would be a change of pace from either the Monogram or the Italeri.  I did a nice Italeri one in Bish's "D-Day GB" for the 70th anniversary. 

The kit is not the one I linked above (which was just to show what the kit was like).  It has decals for two birds out of the 89th TCS, 438th TCG (code letters"4U") and one called Factory Fresh from 1943.  I hope to find one from the CBI to represent as I've been reading up a bit on the effort to supply China during the war.  I will probably print any decals I may need, though I certainly have enough serial numbers on the decal sheet to make any variation I may need.  Except for the lack of interior, it looks like a decent kit.

Gary

Found a picture of "Factory Fresh" online:

https://www.dc3dakotahunter.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/C-47-over-hump-II.jpg

GAF

The kit I am going to build is an odd one.  It's the Walthers Cornerstone Series HO scale Aircraft Kit C-47 #933-1150.  Yep!  HO scale!

Eagle90, I can't wait either, lol.  I would of started it sooner, but I have another GB I've commited to.

GAF, You can start any time after the 1st of Dec.  Plenty of room for scratch building in that kit!  I'll be venturing into some scratch building myself on this one!

keavdog, That DC-3 must be tiny!  I have a 1/200 Herc, and that is pretty small, lol.  I admire you guys that work on stuff so small, I don't know how you do it.  I'm so clumsy with small parts!