Ian Suds Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Wow, the Tamiya Mosquito really is a stunning kit, and you are doing it justice! I'm tinkering with the old Revell 1/32 Mossie and will be watching this thread for inspiration and ideas to steal! Cheers Viv Lol, ideas aren't on here to steal, they are willingly shared. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Great work so far will be keen to see what the kit looks like when finished. Keep up the good work All the bestChris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StyrenePilot1970 Posted August 16, 2015 Author Share Posted August 16, 2015 Cockpit sidewalls done. Along with part of the bomb bay support structure. Here are a few photos of the aforementioned and the cockpit in situ. And the shape of things to come.... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbobtheflimbob Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Fantastic! I recently build the tamiya 1/48 mossie so it it interesting to compare the two. First class modelling! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 I have just got the Tamiya 1/48 version and I'm looking forward to building it, But I do like this 1/32 version and that cockpit looks really nice Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StyrenePilot1970 Posted August 17, 2015 Author Share Posted August 17, 2015 Fuselage is zipped up. Going to need very little filler, except for a couple of places I knicked with the blade. Tail feathers added a little out of sequence. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S5 modeller Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 That's some stunning work there. May I ask? I don't know if you've noticed, but a couple of your photos of the tail are showing up some dark round circles. Is it just a trick of the light, or are they sink marks? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StyrenePilot1970 Posted August 17, 2015 Author Share Posted August 17, 2015 They aren't sink marks - they are smooth to the touch - you can see them out of the light as well! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S5 modeller Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 That's strange. As long as you can't feel them, they should dissappear under the paint. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGA Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Great updates once again Sir! I really do like the cockpit and I would be happy if I get my P-61 cockpit anywhere remotely in your league of finish. Just the inspiration I needed, thanks! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nbaker Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Very nice work Sir I must persuade the Mrs that I can't live without this kit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StyrenePilot1970 Posted August 17, 2015 Author Share Posted August 17, 2015 Some buried gems from the Mosquito - some of which may never be seen again.... Tail wheel mount and bulkhead. Instructions called for Interior Green - but I had a reference photo that showed it as unpainted wood. Not that it matters, most of it cannot be seen once the tail planes are applied. Bomb Bay roof Front of cannon bay and back of the cockpit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Mine arrived last Thursday. I hope I can only do it the same justice that you have. Top job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Suds Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Progressing well, still a quality build. Bomb bay roof is well detailed, like the look of this kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Really nice work and a great reference to use when I get mine. I can't wait! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Wow, looking good....great work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 This is lookinig really nice love the details. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StyrenePilot1970 Posted September 16, 2015 Author Share Posted September 16, 2015 Alright - been too long since my last update. Engines and nacelles together, as well as work done on the wing spar. I also put together the flaps and the wingtips just to be ahead of the game a little. I am still amazed by this kit. This has to be the best fitting kit I have ever built. The engines are secured into the bearer arms by two screws through the firewall. The engine dropped into place and the holes lined up perfectly. The maze of hoses and piping all fit as soon as you figure out which way to slide them in. Here are a few photos. I'll try not to be so long in my next update. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StyrenePilot1970 Posted September 16, 2015 Author Share Posted September 16, 2015 I'm going to need a bigger desk. Mocked up the components together to get an idea of how big this thing is. View from the bottom. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Wow. It looks so good like that it is almost a shame to display it the right way up. A mirror base seems to be a requirement here! Thanks for an excellent and informative thread. Tamiya should be paying you commission! Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Suds Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 As Adrian States, looking good. Shame the underside will be hard to appreciate. Great build, you are doing this kit real justice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Fabulous work so far. Keep it up mate! Gary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S5 modeller Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Those engines are stunning, almost look ready to fire up. Keep up the good work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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