Classic Kit GB [Official Thread]

Hey, ur right.  there hasnt been much going on here.  there's been some great Group Builds lately.  Even I've been busy with some.  Although, I did manage to finish a couple more Classic Kits.

First up, the Airfix 1:72 RA-5C Vigilante

Next up, the Monogram 1:48 TBF Avenger

WOw, you did super justice to the TBF!  I got tired of scraping flash on my kit :)  got as far as a painted engine, primed prop, and "interior".

I do have a classic Monogram T28, thats what I need to build. plus it's simpler :)

Already posted these elsewhere (and still not finished the Hunter *shame*):

Monogram Do 335

Heller Fw 190F-8

... and a FROG Ta 152H-1 due within days :) 

Thanks, but it's all in the classic kit :)

I have another, though it's in a Pro-modeller box with PE.

Brews wrote:

Thanks, but it's all in the classic kit :) I have another, though it's in a Pro-modeller box with PE.

LOL, nooo, It's all about the build and finish, a little Sin of Pride is not that bad... is it?

Well, here's another one.  The Airfix 1:72 T-6 Texan.

Man, some great work you guys are cranking out! Especially that Avenger and Do 335.

Just picked up the Monogram F-5E Tiger II...may have to submit another entry.

You guys know of any aftermarket goodies for that kit? Not coming up with much. Need to keep digging.

Greetings guys, Viper I really like how you did the Completed Builds on pg 1 There has been some really Fantastic build-ups of these old forgotten kits.  Since this GB runs untill 12/31/08 I will include another  - Next Up a Airfix Blohm & Voss B.v.141  This is such an unusual looking aircraft, that when I found it in the Tomb of Stash I just had to take it to the bench !

The pilots seat looked like two blocks of wood out of the kit. I filed and sanded it to more of a fighter type seat . 

Crazy looking plane isnt it ?  The prototype was Plagued with problems..... Sure would not of wanted to be a Luftwaffe Test Pilot ..

A closer look at the pit.

FROG Ta 152H1 almost complete - just needs spinner spiral:

Also been working on an ancient Tamiya J7W1 Shinden, and an Airfix Beaver. I really will get back to the Hunter soon, though. 

Hey everyone.  I'd like to thank everyone who participated in the Classic Kits GB.  This was the first GB I'd hosted, and the turnout was FAR beyond what I could have imagined.  So thank you to all!!!

Now, being that the last one ran from Feb 08 to Dec 08, its now March, and I'm wondering if maybe a 2nd annual run might be in order? Any thoughts?

I was thinking sometime around the end of may for a start time.  Maybe May 31 - Dec 31.  And I'm thinking for criteria, same as before with a slight change.

• No Aftermarket [decals can be subbed if kit ones are DOA]
• No EXTENSIVE scratchbuilding [keep it original]
• Kit has to be at LEAST 25yrs old.
  

Hey Rob, This was my first GB and one of my Favorites. I think the turnout would be good as there is a lot of interest in the older kits. Check out Sfcmac's  Baa Baa Black Sheep 1/32 builds up in aircraft that was recently posted.

I am always building "old Classics" myself. Right now I have another Revell 1/32 P-40 on the bench getting the treatment...

I am in for another round

I am down with joining another round of this GB.

I have a ton of classic kits. Some of which were already done in this GB!

You name the start time and I will be there :)

I'm in.  Don't know what I'd build, so many choices.

hey Rob, count me in with the Airfix 1/72 Vosper MBT. And one suggestion I have, maybe start a new thread for the new classic Kit GB.

Joe