Peter W Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 The second of my entries for this group will be the Accurate Miniatures P-51C Mustang built OOB with the exception of some different markings. I aim to build it as Col. Charles M McCorkle's P-51B-10 'Betty Jane'. Like my first build there is currently a warbird flown in these colours which is owned by the Collings Foundation is the US. Their one is a TP-51C but mine will be built as a single seater like the original. The Kit The Bits The Decals The Goal Off we go on another fun build, hopefully. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn C Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 The second of my entries for this group will be the Accurate Miniatures P-51C Mustang built OOB with the exception of some different markings. I aim to build it as Col. Charles M McCorkle's P-51B-10 'Betty Jane'. Like my first build there is currently a warbird flown in these colours which is owned by the Collings Foundation is the US. Their one is a TP-51C but mine will be built as a single seater like the original.The Kit The Bits The Decals The Goal Off we go on another fun build, hopefully. Pete Nice choice peter Are you going for a modern restoration finish or war time? Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted December 13, 2011 Author Share Posted December 13, 2011 Thanks Martyn, When I was fortunate enough to go to Chino in 2010 this was the one that caught my eye when walking around. It's a great looking scheme and I've meant to do it ever since. I'm going to finish it a more toned down wartime finish, I just like the dull aluminium look a bit more. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted December 17, 2011 Share Posted December 17, 2011 I look forward to seeing this shiney bird, even if you do tone it down a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted December 17, 2011 Share Posted December 17, 2011 I have this kit, and it's molded with the fin fillet... is this going to cause you a problem ?? Ian - Co-host, Britmodeller 2011 P-51 STGB - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted December 18, 2011 Author Share Posted December 18, 2011 I have this kit, and it's molded with the fin fillet... is this going to cause you a problem ??Ian - Co-host, Britmodeller 2011 P-51 STGB - Hi Ian, It wasn't going to cause me any problems - Right up until you pointed out that it's there, lol. I've just had a look at the kit though and it looks like a fairly easy trim, fill and make good job so, hopefully, shouldn't be a major headache. Thank you pointing it out now though rather than waiting until it was too late. I've seen too many posts where that's happened and it must be frustrating for the builder, so cudos to you for doing things right. Hope to start on this one soon and at least I know what my first job will be now. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 Right, I've finally got something done on this one and am enjoying it a lot. This is a great little kit with some nice OOB detail. The cockpit is now painted up and ready for assembling into the fuselage. I also did the undercarriage bays at the same time. On with the piccies: - The instrument panel was improved with some Archer decals I added some Eduard pre-coloured belts to the seat to spruce it up a bit. And finally the undercarriage bay Back soon with some more. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikmuntz Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Those belts look awesome! I'm sure it'll look even better with the pit installed! What metal paint are you planning to use? Alclad, Metalizer, SnJ? I'm watching this one for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Thanks Erik, I don't usually like the pre-painted Eduard Photetch stuff but with a matt coat and some weathering the belts do look the part. I will use the AlcladII laquers to paint it as I'm used to them and like the result they give. Cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellzy Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Hi Pete that cockpit looks great keep up the good work Wellzy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Very nice Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Really nice work in the 'pit. Ian - Co-host Britmodeller 2011 P-51 Mustang STGB - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted January 22, 2012 Author Share Posted January 22, 2012 Thanks all. A bit more progress made with this one and should have photo's soon. I wish that whoever has the moulds for this kit would hurry up and re-issue it, it really is a great kit OOB. The cockpit detail is good and probably better than the Tamiya version. There's a few gaps that need a tiny bit of your favourite filler to put right but nothing major and a five minute fix at worst. I've just come down from gluing the wing tops on and hope to get this one ready for an undercoat by midweek, fingers crossed. Cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikmuntz Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Sounds like you are making good progress, I'm looking forward to seeing what you've done with her Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted February 3, 2012 Author Share Posted February 3, 2012 Progress has been a bit slow on this one as I'm concentrating on my other build but I have managed to do a little bit. The tail fillet has been removed and filled and now needs a coat of primer just to check if it's going to pass muster. A little bit more to glue on before I can get to that stage though. I did take a few pictures of progress to this point though which, if nothing else, will pad this post out a bit Cockpit glued in place: - Where it's at now: - The other P-51 is moving along rapidly now, so I should be able to make some more progress with this one soon. Cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundergrunt Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Great Cockpit!! I have the same kit for my tuskegee build, ill be following with great intent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Mmmm nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Good progress. Ian - Co-host Britmodeller 2011 P-51 Mustang STGB - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundergrunt Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 That cockpit is beautiful great work.!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racedees Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 Great lookin pilots office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellzy Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 Very nice wellzy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tank152 Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 Great work as usual Pete. I'm not familiar with these kits but looking at your build they look pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter W Posted February 25, 2012 Author Share Posted February 25, 2012 A bit more progress on this one, which is good as the clock ticks rapidly towards the group build end date. The tail fillet removal turned out ok and looks pretty good, well for my efforts at filling and sanding anyway. I didn't like the way that Accurate Miniatures modelled the gun ports, they really are a bit poor. The guns glue into the wing without a positive location and leave a big open hole into the wing. I decided to block the holes and re-drill the ports. I will add some guns made from hollow tube at the end. Plugged: - Sanded: - Drilled & Primed: - Not much to report between then and now but the painting is finished, gloss coat on and it's now waiting for some decals: - Ignore the Malcolm hood, it's only there to fill the cavity whilst I build it. The real one has been chopped into pieces so that it can be posed open. Back soon with some more. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikmuntz Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 Simply amazing work, Pete, amazing. This is looking oh so very good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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