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Hi Chris Try an auto store, and yes, some DIY stores will also carry cellulose thinners. Be careful though, it's nasty stuff. Maximum ventilation & always wear a mask. Used to be used to paint cars, but was phased out quite a while ago as it's so harmful if breathed in over a prolonged period. The brand I have is Barrettine. Edge

I have no knowledge of the aviation infrastructure there, but could Goodwood be a potential venue with (if necessary) some of the aircraft 'based' at local airfields and coming together for a flying display? The team there have a wealth of experience of putting together some fantastic events, including an increasing amount of aviation linked to the Revival. Plus Goodwood circuit is based on the old perimeter track at Westhampnett. Edge

Great topic Heather! Hope you don't mind me following along to pinch any tips? Edge

Lovely build & a flawless finish. Really, really like that. Edge

Really great finish to all 3 kits Heather. And doesn't the Mediterranean style camouflage look out of place (but nonetheless attractive) in northern Europe?! I'm part way through Tony O'Toole's excellent 'No Place For Beginners' which is an excellent source of inspiration should you choose to look for a warmer 1940 theater of operations! Edge

I've made a tentative start on this, my 1st short-run style kit. Fuselage halves & most cockpit pieces are removed and cleaned in readiness for painting. Unlike the kits I've built previously I've been unable to line up the cockpit parts for a dry fit into the fuselage (no joining pins) so am thinking of building it in situ, once painted. Pic of the kit and additions: Contents by Gavin Edgerton, on Flickr Edge

Another top result Tony. Especially love the realistic silver colour. Edge

Welcome aboard Chris! Edge

Welcome Jenny from sunny Leamington. As has been said, this really is the friendliest of places to hang out & ask those questions that'll help with a current build or just expand your knowledge. Edge

Cheers Tbolt. I didn't even realise P-47s used them! Edge

I'm guessing that the RAF used whichever was to hand & as there's a photograph of the 108 gal paper tank I thought I'd go for that. I'm also sure that the smaller tank was also used (Norway being closer to the north of Scotland than Berlin is to East Anglia). Edge

Thank Beard. Unfortunately out of stock so I've ordered the Pavla P-47 update which includes the larger, paper tank. Edge

Mike, thanks for such a speedy & informed reply! I had checked Hannants, using as many search references as I could think of, but of course not P-47! I'll head over now & take a look. Edge

Hi All I'm planning to build an RAF Mustang III from the KP kit fairly soon & have started a little research & have got together some extras to add to the build. I'm thinking of building an aircraft based in Peterhead/Dallachy that was used to escort the strike wings on their raids in the Norwegian Fjords. Probably settled on YT-N from 65 squadron with white nose/spinner or, if I'm feeling brave, something from 315 squadron with black/yellow stripes on the spinner and nose (masking nightmare!). One of the photographs in 'A Separate Little War' shows a pile of 108 gallon fuel tanks "ready to be fitted to 315 squadron Mustang IIIs", so I am assuming these could have been used by any of the escorting Mustang squadrons to extend their range and would like to add a pair to my build. They're a completely different shape (and size) to the 'normal' Mustang drop tanks, so would add a little extra to the build. The problem is that I can't find any! Freightdog used to sell as set, but they're out of stock. I have emailed them to ask if another production run is likely, but no reply so far. Does anyone know of another producer?? Edge

That is a stunning build of an iconic car. Edge

Looking great Tony. Especially like the silver tape idea! Edge

Lovely, lovely job Tony & good to see a Sunderland in something other than white! Your extra work on the panel lines has certainly paid off. Edge

Wow what a lovely build & some great tips too. Edge

She looks gorgeous Bill. Best of luck for the scans tomorrow. Edge

I think the 1/72 Special Hobby kit (Sea Hornet F.20/PR.22) has the latter in an all over silver. I can't vouch for its accuracy, but a search of the serial might reveal a period photograph. Edge

Jamie. I think I know how you're feeling here! I have worked in the motor industry (including a good portion of that as a cretin in a dealership!) and can happily testify that there a numerous different shades of any manufacturer's colours - even if they share the same paint code. Some colours have multiple mixes and shade suggestions for the painters to use, but even then it is common practice for a repair to need blending across several adjacent panels. Add in the effects of aging, sun bleaching etc & it's mind boggling how many variations of your Ford red could exist. During manufacturing QC, the team use a spectrometer to assess if the paint on a new vehicle meets their standard range - range being the appropriate word. Hope you don't mind me chipping in (pardon the pun) - otherwise quite happy to be told where to go! Edge

Hi Bill. Fingers crossed that it's nothing serious & you're back to the bench in no time. Edge

I'll tag along too, if you don't mind? Love the book and have a 1/32 Revell Mk.II with a pile of extras, including the Top Notch masks to build one of Geoff Wellum's Spitfires. I'm leaning more towards QJ@G as it's quite probably a later airframe & closer to Mk.II spec. Additionally it was new when he first flew it so I can leave the weathering to a bare minimum! Edge

I wonder if a coat of Halfords filler primer sprayed on then sanded back might fill in the trenches sufficiently? Edge

That is wonderful! Edge