Swamp Donkey Posted October 7, 2013 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Dug out 7 of 'em - can't find the tub - will photograph the line up best I can and post tomorrow SD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hythe Posted October 7, 2013 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Already building a Matchbox F.6 for the obsolete GB, but I could see myself doing another one for an STGB. The Lightning was always my favourite at airshows, as a kid! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Procopius Posted October 7, 2013 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I have a 1/72 Trumpeter F.2 that I've been wanting to do as XM190 during the Churchill funeral overflight. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeback52 Posted October 7, 2013 Share Posted October 7, 2013 . I've no objection to What-ifs, be they a change of colour scheme/operating nation or an unbuilt project/figment of your imagination, so long as they are at least recognisable as a variant of the machine. I'd sort of considered combining the fuselage/cockpit of the Sukhoi SU-7 with the wings/undercarriage/belly tank of the Lightning F6 . Allan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamp Donkey Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 As promised, a gaggle? of Lightnings - all Airfix 1/48, built when these kits first came out….. ….also found the tub, which is now on the work bench as it was never finished - didn't even make it to the shelf of doom………. Not the greatest photo, but you get the idea….. bring on the GB (fingers crossed) SD 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Wow! That's a very impressive collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamp Donkey Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 (edited) But no 11sqn machine - what an oversight on my part - needs to be rectified....instantly! Will dig a new one out of the stash and get cracking on it - must keep it away from Mrs SD though - I promised no new starts! SD Edited October 8, 2013 by Swamp Donkey 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 But no 11sqn machine - what an oversight on my part - needs to be rectified....instantly! Will dig a new one out of the stash and get cracking on it - must keep it away from Mrs SD though - I promised no new starts! Tell her that you are just gtting your hand in for the GB... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamp Donkey Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 I'm not that brave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADMUSKY Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Can i join, ive got three Airfix 48ths in the stash F1/F3 and 2 F6s and loads of aftermarket and decals that ive collected,will be a Leuchars machine, palnning to do F3 74sqn machine,F6 23sqn white tail and a 11sqn, this will give me the boot up the #### to get them done (well at least one) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted October 8, 2013 Author Share Posted October 8, 2013 Wonderful collection of Lightnings SD & what's better you have more planned Already building a Matchbox F.6 for the obsolete GB, but I could see myself doing another one for an STGB. The Lightning was always my favourite at airshows, as a kid! Good idea. One can never have enough Lightnings I have a 1/72 Trumpeter F.2 that I've been wanting to do as XM190 during the Churchill funeral overflight. What better way than to do it in the, albeit virtual, company of other Lightning modellers. I'd sort of considered combining the fuselage/cockpit of the Sukhoi SU-7 with the wings/undercarriage/belly tank of the Lightning F6 . Allan A sort of Lightning lite? Certainly sounds as if it would look the part. May I suggest the Lightning tailfin as well if you hadn't already planned to do so? Can i join, ive got three Airfix 48ths in the stash F1/F3 and 2 F6s and loads of aftermarket and decals that ive collected,will be a Leuchars machine, palnning to do F3 74sqn machine,F6 23sqn white tail and a 11sqn, this will give me the boot up the #### to get them done (well at least one) Yes, yes you can, any one of those sounds a great choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamp Donkey Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Thanks for the comments, all.... Have order in for 10 new Airfix 1/72 Lightning at TAHS....can't wait....Gods finest ever machine SD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 One can never have enough Lightnings Sadly, I don't have any... Well... okay... I have an ancient Hasegawa F6 in The Stash but none on my display shelves. I did have a Trumpy F6 in The Stash, but I was disappointed with it (and also a little angry ) so I got rid. Reeeely looking forward to the Airfix kit. I wonder if Freightdog or Heritage will produce fins and tanks to allow it to be converted into earlier versions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted October 8, 2013 Author Share Posted October 8, 2013 Well that's us 15 strong already and therefore reached the first requirement for an STGB to occur. Obviously the more the merrier so don't be shy if you wish to join in the fun and haven't registered an interest yet. As a little inspiration have a look at this thread posted not long ago http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234948019-for-lightening-fans/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamp Donkey Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Surely the F3 can't be too far behind....just before the beaufighter? SD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted October 8, 2013 Author Share Posted October 8, 2013 Sadly, I don't have any... Well... okay... I have an ancient Hasegawa F6 in The Stash but none on my display shelves. I did have a Trumpy F6 in The Stash, but I was disappointed with it (and also a little angry ) so I got rid. Reeeely looking forward to the Airfix kit. I wonder if Freightdog or Heritage will produce fins and tanks to allow it to be converted into earlier versions. Me neither Enzo but there is one Grand Pheonix kit lurking in the imidiate stash vying for attention soon. Perhaps Airfix will follow the new 72nd kit with other versions shortly to save conversion work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Perhaps Airfix will follow the new 72nd kit with other versions shortly to save conversion work? The problem I can see is that all the earlier version will require both new fuselages and wings. It would effectively be a whole new kit! However, I'm perfectly happy to cut down the wings provided I can get a decent tank and fin. maybe I should look for some old Airfix kits to provide those parts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Ogilvie Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 I'm in Iain 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted October 8, 2013 Author Share Posted October 8, 2013 I'm in Iain Dare I ask what scale you are planning Iain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Ogilvie Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 My dear fellow - do you *really* need to ask? Why 1:144 of course! OK - so I lied... Iain 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 I might be in, depends on the date and time frame! Alex 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted October 8, 2013 Author Share Posted October 8, 2013 My dear fellow - do you *really* need to ask? Why 1:144 of course! OK - so I lied... Iain I knew someone had to have that Revell kit lurking in their stash! Seriously though, let me guess, Trumpeter 32nd kit with a few 'minor modifications' perhaps? I might be in, depends on the date and time frame! Alex We'll find out if and when once the votes have been cast but I'll put your name down for the meantime Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisrope Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 Might as well put my name in for this one, I'm down for the Sabre GB and the Trainer GB if it goes through. Hopefully they'll be nicely spaced through the year, not one after the other or all at the same time Something in 1/72 hopefully the brand spanking new Airfix kit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted October 15, 2013 Author Share Posted October 15, 2013 Might as well put my name in for this one, I'm down for the Sabre GB and the Trainer GB if it goes through. Hopefully they'll be nicely spaced through the year, not one after the other or all at the same time Something in 1/72 hopefully the brand spanking new Airfix kit Got your name on the list fella. I'm sure Mish will keep everything nicely spaced to avoid congestion and too much overlap. With the large number of GBs and STGBs being proposed this one is a while away so we have plenty time to prepair if it does go ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Got your name on the list fella. I'm sure Mish will keep everything nicely spaced to avoid congestion and too much overlap. With the large number of GBs and STGBs being proposed this one is a while away so we have plenty time to prepair if it does go ahead. that depends on how many coffees she's had!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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