1/144 boeing 717 conversion?

[Mike Esposito]

Starting with the minicraft md-80, can one make this conversion? Are resin engines available?

I believe shortening of the fuselage is also required.

Thanks

Edited April 25, 2015 by Mike Esposito

[feoffee2]

Hi

Personally I would start with the airfix dc9 as the md80 wings are wrong and so are a lot of other features of the md80s compared to a 717. If you have an airfix dc9 you could try the ozmods conversion which has the engines and tail although the engines I believe are wrong. Another option is to modify a set of v2500 engines off a revell kit or the md90 conversion set from braz. The airfix fuse is the correct length as well.

Thanks

[Paul J]

The 717 to me is still a DC-9 with a couple new bits bolted on. Sorry but Its what I think.

[Skodadriver]

The easiest way by far to build an accurate 717 is the PAS Models kit http://pas-decals.com/index.php/product/view/4/92

[Jessica]

And if you haven't got that one, there's a Contrails kit which isn't bad.

[Ed Russell]

There's also an Ozmods one (engines too small) as well as the Contrails (engines only slightly too big). The Fly kit is the best starting point but needs some work.

[pinky coffeeboat]

Agree with Skodadriver, the PAS models kit is the best and easiest way. If I remember right (and its been over 6 months since I looked at any of my models, being overseas with work) the only problem I found was the vortilon under the wing was incorrectly shaped. But other than that, it looks nice and has some fine engine details. I bought the Hawaiian boxing with a nice set of Draw Decals included.

Jeff