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Roadkill: COOLCOOLCOOLCOOLCOOLCOOLCOOLCOOL!!!!!!! that is so cool! i can't believe you did that with foil AWESOME!!!!

Thanks guys. The pictures hide a lot of the flaws. My wife says I am too critical of my own work, but I know what and were to look for the flaws.

Nice work roadkill. Better than I could do with foil.

But I do have a few criticisms if you don't mind. The foil looks a bit scruffy in places, like the edge of the tailfins and wings. Also, it is possible to see where you burnished it as there are marks.

Other than that like I said before, nice looking build.

QUOTE: Originally posted by roadkill_275 Don't forget Calvin, you have to build the entire air wing in 1/72 for it too count!!

[:0] Boy, I'm gonna be busy then! How long is this GB?? I do want to put a good compliment of a/c on HIM but I'm having some trouble finding 1/720 Ka-27's & Yak-38's or -40's. Anyone have any suggestions? - Calvin

QUOTE: Originally posted by Skarpotchi Thanks for the kind replies ya'll.

Skarpotchi-
I am currently building the same Monogram F-101B (although not nearly as well as you...)
What's the deal with that hole on the vertical stabilizer? Did you fill it in? I thought it was part of the stabilator attachment, then realized that it wasn't AFTER I glued the fuselage halves together. The kit photos seem to show it but it just can't be right on a supersonic fighter.

QUOTE: Originally posted by Madroc QUOTE: Originally posted by Skarpotchi Thanks for the kind replies ya'll. Skarpotchi- I am currently building the same Monogram F-101B (although not nearly as well as you...) What's the deal with that hole on the vertical stabilizer? Did you fill it in? I thought it was part of the stabilator attachment, then realized that it wasn't AFTER I glued the fuselage halves together. The kit photos seem to show it but it just can't be right on a supersonic fighter.

If it's what I'm thinking it is, it's on the real thing also, although the purpose for it escapes me. Yardbird78 would probably know what it's for, so maybe he'll see this and respond.

Roadkill.....that's not bad. I also had problems when doing foil, but ther more I did it, the more I understood what to do and not to do - try an f-94 for some real funky compound curves that foil does not want to conform to. Just keep at it. Maybe try a different glue - lize gold leaf size or spray mount.

I've slowed down on my F-4 while I am waiting for some milliput. Putty just ain't going to cut it on this project. I started my Mig-21. Someone was kind enough to give me an Eduard zoom set for the academy 21, but I am making it fit to the revell kit. Man, it looks great in comparrison to the revell pit. I'll post pic's of it in the next day or so.

A minor update on the B-36. I didn't do as much detail painting of the interior areas as I thought I would. Most of it is hidden so why bother. I just detail painted the main flight deck and closed up the fuselage halves. There's a gap between the instrument panel and the surrounds moulded on the halves. When I get that delt with, I'll post some pics.

On a related matter, I just picked up a great book on the B-36 called "Magnesium Overcast". 300 pages and 550 pics! Just what I needed for this build.

QUOTE: Originally posted by bstrump A minor update on the B-36. I didn't do as much detail painting of the interior areas as I thought I would. Most of it is hidden so why bother. I just detail painted the main flight deck and closed up the fuselage halves. There's a gap between the instrument panel and the surrounds moulded on the halves. When I get that delt with, I'll post some pics.

I just got that kit on the super-cheap from my local Hobby Lobby. What color is the rear flight deck bulkhead supposed to be? The instructions list a mix of 3 obscure colors I've never heard of (Lufthansa Yellow??)
Can't wait to see your pics.

Yeah, Revell AG has a real knack for calling for oddball color mixes.

QUOTE: Originally posted by Madroc QUOTE: Originally posted by bstrump A minor update on the B-36. I didn't do as much detail painting of the interior areas as I thought I would. Most of it is hidden so why bother. I just detail painted the main flight deck and closed up the fuselage halves. There's a gap between the instrument panel and the surrounds moulded on the halves. When I get that delt with, I'll post some pics. I just got that kit on the super-cheap from my local Hobby Lobby. What color is the rear flight deck bulkhead supposed to be? The instructions list a mix of 3 obscure colors I've never heard of (Lufthansa Yellow??) Can't wait to see your pics.

I used FS34151 Interior Green for all the cockpit stations. Just about all the paint brands have it in their lineup, except of course Revell AG. Hope this helps.

Progress Pix of the two F-101B's

Well I spent too much time adding the avainics package in the nose, but it's done. Now I can move on to the details, masking, and painting.
Enjoy





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QUOTE: QUOTE: Originally posted by Madroc QUOTE: Originally posted by Skarpotchi Thanks for the kind replies ya'll. Skarpotchi- I am currently building the same Monogram F-101B (although not nearly as well as you...) What's the deal with that hole on the vertical stabilizer? Did you fill it in? I thought it was part of the stabilator attachment, then realized that it wasn't AFTER I glued the fuselage halves together. The kit photos seem to show it but it just can't be right on a supersonic fighter.

Well I talked to a man that worked on the Voodoos for 4 years and he has no idea what the holes were for. His only guess was it has something to do with the problems incountered at steep angles of attack. Sorry wish we could help more, but they are suppose to be there.

QUOTE: Originally posted by Skarpotchi Well I talked to a man that worked on the Voodoos for 4 years and he has no idea what the holes were for. His only guess was it has something to do with the problems incountered at steep angles of attack. Sorry wish we could help more, but they are suppose to be there.

OK. I managed to stop by the USAF Museum in Dayton a few days ago and their Voodoo had the space for the hole but it was filled with sheet aluminum (dunno if that was typical or not.) But your explanation makes some sense... I know that T-tailed aircraft in general can run into airflow problems if they stall at the wrong AoA so maybe that's it. At this stage of my modelling ability, seeing that someone much more talented than myself is leaving it be is about all the answer I need.

Great work everyone. The 101's look awesome so far Skarpotchi. Keep it going

Got the basic framework done on the Goer launcher for my nike missle. Having lots of problems with alignment in all dimensions and directions but its a fun scratchbuild so far. It's got a long way to go and alot of stuff to be added. The wheels roll. the launcher raises and lowers. The "trailer" pivots and detaches.

Thanks I-Beam, yours is looking great as well. Keep it up.

Looking good guys. Sorry I've been away for awhile, but life has had an annoying habit of intruding on my modeling time.

QUOTE: Originally posted by Madroc Originally posted by bstrump What color is the rear flight deck bulkhead supposed to be? The instructions list a mix of 3 obscure colors I've never heard of (Lufthansa Yellow??) Can't wait to see your pics. This should be Yellow Zinc Chromate. Some of the interior pieces were supplied by contractors and they used what paint they had on hand. I found a really nifty reference site on bombers a while back that listed some of the contractors on the various bomber projects and it was a real eye opener. Found out that Maytag (yes, the washing machine people) manufactured parts for the B-36, B-45 and B-52. Kevin M. Bodkins "Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with ketchup" American By Birth, Southern By the Grace of God! www.milavia.com Christian Modelers For McCain Reply Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, July 2, 2005 12:52 PM Sorry for the absence for a while. I had computer issues and very busy with work. I have the F-106 started and I will be getting some photos soon. Everybody seems to be doing great and all looks good!!!!!! Reply Edit bstrump Member since March 2004 From: British Columbia,Canada Posted by bstrump on Saturday, July 2, 2005 8:01 PM Some great progress being made here! Skarpotchi, I-beam, roadkill, your builds look great. I've got some progress of my own to show you. Here's where I've gotten so far on the Monogram B-36: And here I've mocked up the assemblies Big, huh? I'll be spending the next little while polishing the seams and modifying the rear radar into the single radome of the RB-36D, which is the version of the kit that I'm doing. Reply Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, July 2, 2005 8:59 PM lookin good, everyone! Reply Edit jcheung5150 Member since January 2005 Posted by jcheung5150 on Saturday, July 2, 2005 10:22 PM hey roadkill_275, is it too late to join this GB? I have a Tamiya T-71 M1 waiting to be built....... Jimmy  Reply roadkill_275 Member since September 2003 From: North East Texas Posted by roadkill_275 on Sunday, July 3, 2005 7:08 AM Welcome aboard Jcheung5150. Always room for another (even if it is a target!!) Kevin M. Bodkins "Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with ketchup" American By Birth, Southern By the Grace of God! www.milavia.com Christian Modelers For McCain Reply Tankmaster7 Member since August 2004 From: Nowhere. (Long Island) Posted by Tankmaster7 on Sunday, July 3, 2005 10:41 AM QUOTE: Originally posted by roadkill_275 Welcome aboard Jcheung5150. Always room for another (even if it is a target!!) GRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!! LOL. I love the T-72. Awesome tank for its day. Welcome abord!! -Tanky Welcome to the United States of America, a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation, in partnership with Halliburton. Security for your constitutional rights provided by Blackwater International. Reply zokissima Member since July 2003 From: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posted by zokissima on Tuesday, July 5, 2005 7:00 AM I do believe that within a week or so, I should be starting my entry for this build. Reply roadkill_275 Member since September 2003 From: North East Texas Posted by roadkill_275 on Saturday, July 9, 2005 1:45 PM Added a few more bits to the MiG. Working a new schedule now and its really taking some getting used too. I'll post some more pics when I get the chance. Kevin M. Bodkins "Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with ketchup" American By Birth, Southern By the Grace of God! www.milavia.com Christian Modelers For McCain Reply jcheung5150 Member since January 2005 Posted by jcheung5150 on Saturday, July 16, 2005 3:32 PM Hi all! here are some progress pics of my T-72. Does anyone know what an appropriate camo scheme would be for a Soviet version of this tank? The instructions call for olive drab, but I was wondering if there are any other schemes used? hmmm.....perhaps I will ask this in a separate post. Jimmy  Reply kaleu Member since February 2003 From: Racing capital of the world- Indy Posted by kaleu on Sunday, July 17, 2005 2:25 AM jcheung, I posted a short reply in the armor forum, however once I wake up later today I'll dig around and see what else I can find for you. Erik "Don't fruit the beer." Newest model buys: More than I care to think about. It's time for a support group. Reply jcheung5150 Member since January 2005 Posted by jcheung5150 on Monday, July 18, 2005 9:23 PM thanks for the help Kaleu. someone posted that the Soviets didn't use olive drab, so I might look into some other scheme..... Jimmy  Reply zokissima Member since July 2003 From: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posted by zokissima on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 6:35 AM No, they do not use Olive Drab. There are correct colours available from Model Master however. I have a question for the admin of the GB. I want to try to scratchbuild/kitbash an AT-T tractor (truck body on T-54/55 chasis) I have very few references, but I just love the way the vehicle looks, so I wanted to make the best I could out of it. It will be far from 100% accurate, so I do not know whether or not that would be legit for this GB. If so, please let me know, as I'd probably like to start building soon. Reply Tankmaster7 Member since August 2004 From: Nowhere. (Long Island) Posted by Tankmaster7 on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 8:29 AM Zok, believe a resin converson is available from panzershop for that. -Tanky Welcome to the United States of America, a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation, in partnership with Halliburton. Security for your constitutional rights provided by Blackwater International. Reply « First«891011121314 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY! Our community is FREE to join. To participate you must either login or register for an account. 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