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KINGTHAD

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May 2004
From: Dallas

Posted by KINGTHAD on Wednesday, January 26, 2005 12:14 PM

Jeeves I dont know how you do anything in the cold. Here in Texas as soon as I get home from work I jump right into my shorts and Im in heaven, if it gets over 110 you just make your self a colder drink.

Thad

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Aurora-7

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December 2002
From: Connecticut, USA

Posted by Aurora-7 on Wednesday, January 26, 2005 12:24 PM

QUOTE: Originally posted by KINGTHAD

.................. if it gets over 110 you just make your self a colder drink.

For me that would have to be liquid nitrogen.

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Tuesday, February 1, 2005 11:37 PM

well then let me just say.............

"bump:"

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, February 3, 2005 1:15 AM

Joe, so how new were these Zero's at the time Question [?]

It's my intention to model one as it looked directly after the attack when they landed back on the carriers.....

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darson

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February 2003
From: Melbourne, Australia

Posted by darson on Thursday, February 3, 2005 6:30 AM

Well I've definitely made my decision on a build. I've put the Hasegawa 1/48 Nakajima B5N2 Type 97 Kate 3 torpedo bomber on lay away for a couple of months at my LHS.

The only thing is I might need a bit of help with some diagrams to scratch build the attachment on the prop end of the torpedo.

Cheers
Darren

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Thursday, February 3, 2005 9:04 AM

they were only months old at the time of the attack. fuchida when he made his appearance on the akagi brought the new birds with him.

darren sounds excellent. i will look for more on the torps.

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jboutin

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From: 288921 E, 5659868 N UTMz12, NAD83

Posted by jboutin on Thursday, February 3, 2005 11:46 AM

Hey Fightnjoe,
I think I would like to do this one, the time line is just about right and After the hurricane I am doing for the BoB GB I had sort planned on doing a Japanese plane, I had thought maybe an ocsar but a A6M2 from the Zuikaku would be cool too. So put me down for an A6M2 in 1:48.
Any suggestions for a good kit?

JAY - fighting evil since 2:15pm, July 8,1976 -

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Thursday, February 3, 2005 4:40 PM

jay got you. as far as kits. either the tamiya or hasegawa build up to nice replicas.

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, February 10, 2005 3:52 AM

QUOTE: Originally posted by fightnjoe

they were only months old at the time of the attack. fuchida when he made his appearance on the akagi brought the new birds with him.

darren sounds excellent. i will look for more on the torps.

joe

So it would be fair to assume that the only weathering would be some exaust and gun stains Question [?]

BTW were they shiny or matte, i only ask because i watched the Final Countdown the other night Tongue [:P]

Imagine that Tomcats against Zero's[:0] Big Smile [:D]

Darren your build sounds cool freind Cool [8D]

i think i may have a diagram of these wooden attachments around here somwhere, not easy to find this room has hundreds of books in it, but i'll have a poke around for you Thumbs Up [tup]

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, February 10, 2005 4:06 AM

QUOTE: Originally posted by KINGTHAD

Jeeves I dont know how you do anything in the cold. Here in Texas as soon as I get home from work I jump right into my shorts and Im in heaven, if it gets over 110 you just make your self a colder drink.

Thad

110 and your in heaven[:0]man i think those temps would kill me Dead [xx(]

thanfully we only get 100 plus here for 3 to 4 weeks a year Thumbs Up [tup]

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Thursday, February 10, 2005 9:22 AM

jules i do believe that would be fair. the finish would be more of a satin. not a gloss but definite not a dull.

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KINGTHAD

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Posted by KINGTHAD on Thursday, February 10, 2005 12:19 PM

Jules, It feels like it gets to a 110 but most of the time it may only reach 101-102.

Thad

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Anonymous

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November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Friday, February 11, 2005 3:00 AM

Thanks Joe i'll make sure i finish it in satin Thumbs Up [tup]

Thad that still bloody hot...Whats the humidity like[/]

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KINGTHAD

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From: Dallas

Posted by KINGTHAD on Friday, February 11, 2005 8:32 AM

Some days are two shirt days, you just have to plan ahead. Its not that bad I still rather it be hot than cold.

Thad

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Jeeves

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From: Saratoga Springs, NY

Posted by Jeeves on Friday, February 11, 2005 12:40 PM

QUOTE: Originally posted by KINGTHAD

Some days are two shirt days, you just have to plan ahead. Its not that bad I still rather it be hot than cold.

Thad

The way I figure it... you can always add more layers when it's cold-- but there is only so much you can take off in the heat without either getting arrested or at the minimum- ticking off your neighbors Wink [;)]

Mike

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Friday, February 11, 2005 3:00 PM

folks i want to point to a site where you can post for info on the attack.

http://www.pearlharborattacked.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard4/ikonboard.cgi?s=4102849e7ff8ffff

very kind and knowledgable people.

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 12:09 PM

i am posting this one for two reasons. to bump it and to remind all that if you are still undecided about a subject you may want to start considering options. some of the kits are harder to find. some may be discontinued. the reason for starting this thread so early was to help to get the info out there and provide some options. with such an enormous amount of time before the start date i was hoping to help all to get an early start on kit and detail purchasing.

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Aurora-7

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Posted by Aurora-7 on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 12:40 PM

I'd like to make a change in my subject. There's lots of 'Kates', 'Vals' and 'Zekes' going to be made, along with some P-40's so I'll change my build to a PBY stationed at Perl durring the attack. I'd like to get my Monogram kit together.

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 1:27 PM

no problem. i thought that might be the case. that is why i havent designated any kits yet. just so you enjoy it.

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darson

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Posted by darson on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 10:02 PM

If anyone is interested, I have some decent references on the Kate, Zero and p-40. If anybody needs anything specific drop me a line. BTW one of the references on the Kate (a detailed technical guide) is completely in Japanese, but does have some great photos.

Cheers
Darren

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fightnjoe

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Posted by fightnjoe on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 10:27 PM

awesome darson. lets do this. if you need ref links or such post what you need. we can see about helping.

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pmm736

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Posted by pmm736 on Wednesday, February 16, 2005 7:33 PM

Joe, You can officially put me down for the Commander Series 1/350 USS Ward (well this kit is the Decatur, with parts to build the Ward). If someone could point me in the direction of a resource regarding the proper paint colors, that would be great.