Martian Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I would go for Wicked Woman or possibly Vagrant Virgin, they have the best artwork by far. Martian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christer A Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Mmmm, nice resin parts! As for interior green, XF-71 is not the way to go IIRC. Have a look here http://www.ipmsstockholm.org/magazine/2004/01/stuff_eng_interior_colours_us.htm With that said, I´d opt for a mix of 2 parts XF-3 Flat Yellow and one part XF-5 Flat Green. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andymoore Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I'd go for wicked woman too, and if so I think she should have her flaps deployed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaffajake Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 13 minutes ago, andymoore said: I'd go for wicked woman too, and if so I think she should have her flaps deployed You're terrible 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 My choice would be for the second one.... with the eeerrr stripes on... really like the p-38, very cool looking AC! I built the hase 1/72 and really enjoyed it... I plan to build some more. looking forward to your progress mate! Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigdave22014 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I feel that the only opinion I am able to give is: Your modelling desk is far too tidy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggers Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 (edited) Go for it Johnny Lightnin'. There's a corker of an accurate Pee-38 out there for Fs2004 Flightsim(The all-red "Yippee" IIRC). I used to virtually "display" it some years ago and can attest that they go very well plus being pretty nimble for a big lass. I also note that the good Dr is once again piftly swissing behind the instructions,he really IS a rascal..... Like Tony's spoonerism of Miss V.Nert Pipples too(be he did a bit of "twiddling"too,trying to tune in no doubt). Edited March 28, 2017 by Miggers 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallBlondJohn Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Another vote for the Virgin, even though Wicked Woman's shoes are to die for... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Looking at those nose art decals, I thought they were for a P 47`s !!!!!! I also agree with Big Dave....Bench is to tidy and organised . Simon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 On 27/03/2017 at 9:37 PM, Victory-is-in-the-Kitchen said: Great stuff Johnny, looking forward to this. I have a 1/72 MPM P-38J and some aftermarket decals for Col. Olds. Scat III.. I can't wait to start that but by modelling rules I must finish what's on the bench! Beautiful Bitch does it for me. It'll look great with the red spinners and yellow tails. Thanks. Actually started tonight, I'm swaying toward the Vagrant now although I love the BB. Good luck with your build. Are you doing a WIP? On 27/03/2017 at 10:46 PM, corsaircorp said: Hello Spad, No, I still remain for the Viagran Virgin even if WW is tempting So, I restart mine... Thank for the spark Sincerely. Corsaircorp Mom yes I'm being swayed. Ooh do it are you doing a WIP? I could get tips. 23 hours ago, rob Lyttle said: Looking like a draw. The only solution to this quandary is to build two! I did the Hobby boss 1/48 easy build kit a while back and loved it. Remarkable bit of moulding- the main airframe was a top and a bottom, and fins! This looks a little more involved. Looking forward to it. I'll have a look for yours. Is it on here? I'm thinking if it goes well I might just build some more. 21 hours ago, crushkill said: My vote is for "Beautiful Bitch" but that's probably because I'm an American with a penchant for profanity 😂😂 The speed of your builds is amazing, such a joy to watch too! Thankyou I usually just plod along but the plastic is just so darn addictive. 19 hours ago, Thom216 said: Wicked Woman is wooing me! You're going to have to build one kit per decal sheet. It's the only logical thing to do... Don't tempt me. 18 hours ago, Martian Hale said: I would go for Wicked Woman or possibly Vagrant Virgin, they have the best artwork by far. Martian I wonder what makes you say that? But I think Mrs V is on top at the moment. (no pun intended) 18 hours ago, Christer A said: Mmmm, nice resin parts! As for interior green, XF-71 is not the way to go IIRC. Have a look here http://www.ipmsstockholm.org/magazine/2004/01/stuff_eng_interior_colours_us.htm With that said, I´d opt for a mix of 2 parts XF-3 Flat Yellow and one part XF-5 Flat Green. Ok cool. Thanks for the tip. 10 hours ago, andymoore said: I'd go for wicked woman too, and if so I think she should have her flaps deployed Dirty bird. 9 hours ago, rob85 said: My choice would be for the second one.... with the eeerrr stripes on... really like the p-38, very cool looking AC! I built the hase 1/72 and really enjoyed it... I plan to build some more. looking forward to your progress mate! Rob Thanks yeah I'm going that way too. I'll have a look for your one. Was it on BM? 7 hours ago, Bigdave22014 said: I feel that the only opinion I am able to give is: Your modelling desk is far too tidy! I always tidy up at the end of a build but even so I love a tidy desk. Keeps me sane. 4 hours ago, Miggers said: Go for it Johnny Lightnin'. There's a corker of an accurate Pee-38 out there for Fs2004 Flightsim(The all-red "Yippee" IIRC). I used to virtually "display" it some years ago and can attest that they go very well plus being pretty nimble for a big lass. I also note that the good Dr is once again piftly swissing behind the instructions,he really IS a rascal..... Like Tony's spoonerism of Miss V.Nert Pipples too(be he did a bit of "twiddling"too,trying to tune in no doubt). Ooh yes I love "yipee" 3 hours ago, TallBlondJohn said: Another vote for the Virgin, even though Wicked Woman's shoes are to die for... Yes.....nice.......shoes. 2 hours ago, Spookytooth said: Looking at those nose art decals, I thought they were for a P 47`s !!!!!! I also agree with Big Dave....Bench is to tidy and organised . Simon. I know there ace aren't they. Check the next post. 'Tis covered in dust. Jont. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 (edited) Evening folks. Not quite the update I had planned as I had to ferry the kids to and fro tonight to their school play then help with some late homework. But I DID actually start some work. Its all about the pit tonight. I had a go at fitting the main part into the fuselage but realised it wouldn't JUST go in. the kit and resin part side by side. I checked the instructions and a lot of the new parts need some Dexter action. So out with the dirty old mat for cutting and deploy Dexter. Ten minutes it took to get here! The part is thin and felt very snappy if I applied too much pressure so I let the saw do the work and after another ten minutes...... and a tone of dust were pretty much through. dont forget your masks people resin dust is crappy for the lungs. side by side again and the resin is looking a lot better. I did a test fit in the fuselage and et voila. It just slots in. No really. I'm sure it'll not fit with the rest added. taking of the rest. front IP panel. Zing! chair. Whammo! walls. Bam! Head rest thing. Blammo! radio stuff, I think it's radio stuff. Zap!! look at the dust fly! Resin everywhere. Right yes well after all that I tidied up did a bit of sanding down and put away the hard core cutting mat and we are here. I left the tiny parts on the block as I can get at them with a scalpel when needed. Sorry mess hounds we're back to tidy ville. I need a cup of tea after that. next time we will be PE bendin' and a stickin' stuff together. Thankyou all for all the great input and interest in this. I'm really enjoying this build, I'm planning on testing out the metallic finish on a mule first but I'll cross that bridge when I get to it. Thanks for stopping buy. Take care and as always. Happy Modelling. Johnny saw blade. Edited September 10, 2017 by The Spadgent 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 49 minutes ago, The Spadgent said: ll have a look for yours. Is it on here? Dear Whirling Dervish, No, mine isn't on here. The build was nearly 2years ago now, and haven't been on BM very long. As is my tendency, I went for the nmf décor, and did the airframe in sticky back metal foil. I discarded the daft artwork supplied . You'll know this already, but prepare for a shed load of ballast up front - nose, nacelles, anywhere it'll fit. Resin heavy, is it?!?😃 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Great post Johnny Good work with Dexter - scary stuff! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Good start getting all that resin dust out of the way. It will be interesting to see if it fits the kit properly. As to the selfie, you're not my long lost cousin from Phobos by any chance are you? My choice of nose art is primarily motivated by the Baron's woeful lack of effort to come up with a follow on for Maureen! Martian the Louche. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christer A Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Nice and tidy cuts there! It should be downhill from there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Great sawing there Bane. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Good work with the saw there John, although the pic with you with a mask on is a bit scary. Could print it out and put it above the fire place to keep the kids away LOL. Simon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusty one Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Another vote for the bitch from me Johnny,the comfy chair is out,the popcorn maker is plugged in and ready to go,now salted or sweet?😃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Lots of resin surgery going on here, Johnny MD! Great job Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Hi Spad, Waf ! The mask and the saw make you looking as a kind of Hannibal Styrene Lecter ! Usually, I use some sand paper on a piece of marble or thick glass, starting with very coarse one (60 or 80) And finers ones, but the glass allow you to stay level. With the saw, I broked lots of resin parts Nice job on your parts, about the tips, I'm sure that I will receive some from you huh ! Sincerely. Corsaircorp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaffajake Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 6 hours ago, TheBaron said: Great sawing there Bane. I was thinking he was going for the bane look. Next up- complete head hair removal. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 That's a lot of scary chopping! Well done on going for it... mine me was a quick affair, a whirlwind romance if you will.... here is "itsy bitsy II" thread cheers Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzn20 Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Put the lot on and call it ................ WAAF Block. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggers Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 (edited) 16 hours ago, Martian Hale said: As to the selfie, you're not my long lost cousin from Phobos by any chance are you? Hmmmmm,much firm sawing action,I like it. As to the selfie/speed hair-do malarky,I thought "He's been out on his motorbike without his helmet on"or some such similar hair/wind action sport. Edited March 29, 2017 by Miggers 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomoshenko Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Nice hatchet work on the resin John, but hell sir, your selfie scares the bejesus out of me - sort of Jack Nicholson's The Shining meets Black Sabbath's Never Say Die meets Dennis Hopper's Blue Velvet character meets mad modeller high on resin dust! Gonna have to have a load o beers to get to sleep tonight. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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