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All photos are visible to me. Lots of yellow wing. Mike

Husband: "When I die, I shall leave everything to you". Wife: "You already do, you lazy sod!".

VP-30, keep troubling us please. I know that you have a lot of knowledge on subjects like these, including vehicles. Without knowledgeable people, like you and dcrfan I would be permantly in the dark about these subjects. cheers, Mike

Looks like it but that's rather expensive, at £12.95 plus postage, for a single 3D printed figure. The 'old style' of cast resin or cast metal figures commanded those prices because the mould making effort and material needed was expensive. 3D printing doesn't use nearly as much material to produce. cheers, Mike

That looks good, what scale and who produces it? cheers, Mike

I've seen a quote stating "on the engine running apron at Boscombe Down". Is that the 'easternmost pan' that you mention? Mike

gone man, solid gone

before they went decimal

used to be two

said my friend Biggus...

Thanks all, now, can anyone please advise me of where on the airfield the TSR2 was located for this photo. Also, what dimensions are the boundary ring? Going by personnel in the area, I would estimate that the thickness of the ring is between 10 inches and a foot (25.5 and 30.5 CM). Any help will be very much appreciated. For information, I am being asked for this information by a fellow BMr. He is Chinese and Google translate doesn't always translate his queries perfectly; therefore, I am helping him by understanding his query and asking on his behalf. Cheers, Mike

Land Rover Mark 2 (Series II), Royal Marines Eastney 1968. Test route: Southsea, Portsmouth City Centre, Fratton Park, Eastney.

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Thanks, I'll go with that. Mike

So, still guesswork as to what the sign actually says? cheers, Mike

Thanks Pete. I got delayed with a few things but I'm back on track now. cheers, Mike

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was forever getting mine

Hello all, I have set up my task list to make an additional TACR2 as a parallel build but first I must give the latest update on the original TACR2. I mentioned previously that I had joined the wrong gearbox to the engine; which meant that both components were useless for this build. I have now printed another set of each and have painted and weathered them up to the stage I was at before. I have used various washes to try and dull down the bright aluminium and steel paintwork. Underside view. Looking at photos of actual engines, everything seems to turn to shades of grey over years of use. The next phase is to attach the exhausts and prop shafts. The exhaust consists of four parts, the first of which can be seen in the lower left of this image. This part is somewhat fiddly and complex, mainly as the exhaust and prop shafts need to fit close in, between the engine, gearbox and chassis frames. Because of this, the engine and gearbox have only been dry fitted as I shall need to remove them again in order to paint those yellow items before finally glueing into place. Next will be the remaining exhaust parts, top and bottom hoses, followed by the wheels then, hopefully, I can progress onto the interesting part; the cab and rear body assembly. cheers, Mike

I have been sent this image and been asked what the Danger Zone message says. The wording has become illegible, due to wear and tear, but I think it says something like "this area is not to be entered when/whilst engines are running" or words to that effect. Does anyone here know the exact wording of this Danger Zone and, better still, have a photo of a legible version? cheers, Mike

Hello Nick, that is truly a magnificent diorama. You mention the figures from your friend but could you give us more of an insight into those and to the buildings? I like to attempt dioramas but I end up with very stilted figures and my buildings come from kits, each looking too toy like. I would appreciate learning more on your technique on the buildings and those Afghan figures please. Also, what size footprint does that diorama cover? Best Wishes, Mike

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Hello Orso, I have received the following response from a fellow ship researcher: "The RMS Aquitania, an ocean liner operated by the Cunard Line from 1914 to 1950, had an interesting history of paint colors. During her launch, the hull was initially painted in a light grey shade for photographic purposes. This practice was common for the first ship in a new class, as it enhanced the ship’s lines in black-and-white photographs. However, her hull was later repainted to black while in dry dock. Now, let’s focus on the specific area you mentioned: the third-class promenade. While there isn’t definitive evidence, enthusiasts have speculated about the color of the lower part of the walls (or rather, bulkheads) in this area. Here are some educated guesses: Dark Gray or Black: Given the photograph’s dark appearance, it’s possible that the bulkheads were painted in a dark color, perhaps to match the hull or for practical reasons. Dark Brown Faux Wooden Paneling: Another possibility is that the bulkheads resembled dark brown faux wooden paneling. Such sections were often used to cover areas prone to marks or dirt in public spaces. Various Shades of Green: Temporary color charts from that era suggest that different shades of green were popular. So, a light greenish color might not be accurate, but various greens could be plausible." In the absence of definitive records, you’re free to choose a color that resonates with your artistic interpretation! Whether it’s a somber gray, a rich brown, or a hint of green, let your creativity guide you as you paint the third-class promenade of the RMS Aquitania! Cheers, Mike

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