Radpoe Spitfire

Having access to a friends large collection of WWII motorcycles this is exactly how most unrestored machines look. If you didn't know better, you'd think these were photo's of real M/C's that need a fair amount of TLC. Incredible- absolutly incredible!!!!

Well Despite the setback of the Soviet Medals, what wonderful news at last!!!! If you don't mind me shouting on this occasion " ABOUT TIME TOO!!!! This was earn't a hundred fold. Those Merchantmen Who seved on these convoys rank amongst the bravest men of the Second World War. What conditions they endured (atrocious weather as well as the enemy Aircraft & U-Boat's) was amongst the worst possible. It's just a shame it took so long.

Whilst rummaging through my loft (at Last!!!!!) I came across an interesting little book about HMS Howe- inside the front cover was a photo & ink drawn plots with dates of where she had sailed. The book came from a clear out of my late Father-in-law's home- he was ex army, but it may have been a relative of his who served aboard the ship. Where does this fit in with modelling? I'm now thinking of building a model of HMS Howe, but is there a kit, or would it take much to covert a model of KGV? And what info is there out in model land please?

:hmmm:I thought the title mean't the wartime artilliary tractor of the same name. When I found out it wasn't I must admit I was a little dissapointed, but that said the modern ones are great fun.

Nick, you ever thought about manufacturing the catapult?..................or at least doing a set of plans?

Hmmm, just looked at their website at the 2013 page and my jaw dropped when I saw a Vampire t.11, but they even outdid that jaw dropper with a 1/48 th Javelin .......Happy days

Hmmmm working on the figues I have seen of 251 mtrs or 823 ft in old money means a kit of just over 49 inches............. Do I want one? If Santa's listening...Oooooooh yes please , failing that, Iv'e got a bit of saving to do next year.

Oooo- sounds very good if it is, I shall have to save some pennies for this one!!

Saw one for the first time in a local model shop, before this knew nothing of it coming out. So can anyone enlighten me about the kit please? I.e. is it a new tool & how does it fair against other new 1/32 Revell releases.

Hmmmmm, I like this a lot- it looks like you have gone where many modellers fear to tread- and only gone & pulled it off!!!!!!!! Well done that man.

A new memorial has been unveiled to the crew of 9 Sqn Lancaster DV334 WS-C, which crashed near Milton, Notts while attempting to land at RAF Gamston 3/12/43. If you wish to visit, the memorial can be found at the entrance of the Milton Mauseleum. The village lies near the A1 and is just off the Markham Moor roundabout- you can see the domed tower of the mauseleum straight in front of you as you pass the turn for Tuxford. Go through Milton, take the left turn as you go out of the village & its about 300 yds up the hill on your left If possible, can anyone please tell me if 9 Sqn had yellow bordered codes at this time as I have a couple of Lancs in the stash & would like to build this aircraft. Many Thanks Rad

Thank you all for the info you've provided. I must admit the quality ot the WnW kit surpasses that of Roden's. If money was no object, I'd go for the WnW offering. However 1 small moan. Can we keep the language down please? I'm not Impartial to use vulgarity, but it isn't needed on a forum like this one. By all means, share your opinion, but younger modeller's don't need to read it. Thanks again for your help Regards Rad

Thank you for confirming that, I will do some investigatiions to find out availability Regards Rad

Hmmm, I saw the WnW threads about the DH 2 after I wrote this. Am I right in saying they are made in New Zealand. If they are, my Sister is in New Zealand for 6 weeks with my Nephew, I will get them to price 1 up and if I can afford one get them to bring one back. Thanks for the reply, Rad

Right,I know we are looking at 2 scales here, but I fancy both Eduard's 1/48 & Roden's 1/ 32. Question is which one to choose? Admittedly, my usual scale is 1/48, but I'm becoming a bit of a fan of 1/32. So what do you fellows recommend please?

Blimey!!!!!!! what a lump in the throat moment that was to see a Mossie airborne again- even though I only saw the film clip like time lapse photography( my works pc limitations ) I was awstruck to see it. Thanks for the link.

Ah Peter, just think of the weight penalty & excess use of raw materials with that extra stub- they forgot about that one

Hi Melchie, We'll have to see about having another model show on at SYAM next year. I know exactly where you're coming from with moving- It's a nightmare!!!! I did it twice in 6 months! Are you staying in the Lincs area, or going further a field? Regards adrian

While I have a fair few at home, some (as much as 25 y/old) are displayed at Doncaster AeroVenture/ South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum. Those at the museum include a F.M. 1/48 Halifax, ( 425 Sqn KW-U) I.D. models 1/32 Meteor F.8, 3 X Airfix Vulcans, Revell Victor................ I could go on but to my Knowledge there are at least 30. If you get chance to go it's worth a visit as there are some real aviation gems on show- both real & models. Regards Rad

Ah a pity, but nevr mind. Still it will look superb once finished. By the way cheeky request, if ever there's another modelshow at AeroVenture/South Yorks Aircraft Museum, will you please bring it along? Regards Adrian

Morning General, That Bucc is looking good. It'd look amazing when finished no doubt, but in who's colours- Senior or Cinderella? For me one of the navy aircraft from the 1972 Belize "airshow" would be nice, despite my being ex RAF. Regards Rad

Hmmm, interesting thread. I'm currently building a HobbyBoss Mk Vb as Buck Casson's aircraft & have been wracking my brain as to which paint to use. I know a shop in Newark has Testors paint stocks. I used their cockpit green for this model & am pleased with the results, so may have to go have a look see if they have the green & brown.

No problem Mark, I hope its helpful. By the way if you can get a copy of the Tamiya 1/32 Mk IX paint scheme drawings they pretty good. By the way, I take it from the Wing co''s surname he's a relative?

Hi Mark, I know there are a few yes answers to your quiery and they're bang on- overall it should be a fairly easy conversion. you can go a lot further though in theory....... if you feel inclined!!!!!!!! Excepting the prototype, the basic fuselage remained largly unaltered until the introduction of the Griffon firewall and cut down rear spine for the bubble top canopy. Most of the wing was identical for the A, B, C & E varients, which mainly differed to gun fit, the first real major re-design was from the Mk 21 wing, with a further design change with the 22 onwards. Other changes came about as the engine power & overall weight increased, these included tailplane, undercarrage & radiator fit. So the theory is you could reproduce any mark of Spitfire/Seafire ( Mk's 1-24/46) from a basic |Mk1 kit through scratch-building....................it all depends on how much you want to tax your skills. Enjoy your conversion, I'm looking forward to see it finished. Regards Rad

OK, I'm sorry if this seems irrelevent to this tomb, but HELP!!!! I took photo's of a WIP Hobbyboss 1/32 Spitfire cockpit , which came out so well ( in my mind) that I'd love to share. But don't know how to download them , can it be done via the phone or am I best to download via a PC? Bear in mind I have forgotten more about kit building than what I know about mobiles & PC's. Regards Rad