EricTheRed Posted April 16, 2017 Share Posted April 16, 2017 I have begun my dream build - the BBMF in 1:32 scale, starting with a couple of Spitfires and Hurricanes. The first Spitfire is to be the Mark IIa P7350 "EB-G". My base is the Revell 1:32 kit p/n 80-3986, along with "Kits World" decals and "Yahu" instrument panel. My question concerns the Spinner. Regardless of what it looked like in early WW2, I am trying to find the appropriate 3-blade spinner to match what P7350 has today...and it certainly isn't the shape supplied with the kit, which looks - well - too short and dumpy. I have scoured the interwebs, this forum without success...can anyone advise... 1. Which spinner type does full size P7350 fly with these days? Rotol? DeHaviland? Other? 2. Does any after market shop supply this in 1:32 scale (with blades)...I don't mind having to "fiddle" with it a bit. MANY thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted April 17, 2017 Share Posted April 17, 2017 (edited) courtesy of Wiki Looks similar to the Rotol unit fitted to a lot of Mk V's, though the blades are different. This would probably be the easiest starting point. Spitfire Mk.Vb.................SAAF by Etienne du Plessis, on Flickr A quick google reveals that the old hsegawa Mk.V kit comes with both a DH and Rotol unit, so they are out there is spares box land. see https://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/kits/has/kit_has_08052.shtml The unit originally fiited to most Mk.II's was the blunt Spitfire Rotol unit, also seen on most BoB Hurricane Mk.I's IIRC Ironically the blades used by BBNF are now made in Germany... HTH T Edited April 17, 2017 by Troy Smith tidy up 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Work In Progress Posted April 17, 2017 Share Posted April 17, 2017 (edited) Yes, that is a Mark V Rotol type spinner. As Troy suggests the current prop blades are most likely from Hoffman, who certainly make a lot of warbird prop blades including for Spitfires. http://www.hoffmann-prop.com/en/13/Propeller_Vintage_Aircraft Edited April 17, 2017 by Work In Progress 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricTheRed Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 Cheers to all for the feedback - much appreciated - promise to post a few pics on the project soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomBigStu Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 (edited) IIRC Its not techicnally the mkv rotol, its a new build one made in germany, I think the prevaling wisdom is to use a MkV rotol spinner with the mk1 rotol blades...but don't take that for certain Edited April 20, 2017 by PhantomBigStu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricTheRed Posted May 2, 2017 Author Share Posted May 2, 2017 UPDATE - Based on the feedback I poked around the interwebs for Spit Mk V kits and parts...and I have bought this... Quickboost 1:32 Spitfire Mk.Vb Propeller w/ Tool for HobbyBoss Kit #QB32-165 http://www.ebay.com/itm/121883715596 Once again cheers for the feedback! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 (edited) P7350 has a Mk V prop fitted, which ordinarily should be fitted to the flights Mk V AB910 which is fitted with a four blade I believe taken from a Spit in storage, broken down for spares - possibly a Mk16. Edited August 7, 2018 by Whitewolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72modeler Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 On 4/17/2017 at 7:10 AM, Work In Progress said: Yes, that is a Mark V Rotol type spinner. As Troy suggests the current prop blades are most likely from Hoffman, who certainly make a lot of warbird prop blades including for Spitfires. http://www.hoffmann-prop.com/en/13/Propeller_Vintage_Aircraft Yep, and IIRC, they also made a pair of opposite rotation 4-blade props for the XP-82 and F-82E each being restored to flight; the XP-82 is about to make its first flight after an incredible restoration. if anyone is interested, do a search for 'XP-82 restoration and prepare to be amazed! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Procopius Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 On 5/2/2017 at 11:08 AM, EricTheRed said: UPDATE - Based on the feedback I poked around the interwebs for Spit Mk V kits and parts...and I have bought this... Quickboost 1:32 Spitfire Mk.Vb Propeller w/ Tool for HobbyBoss Kit #QB32-165 http://www.ebay.com/itm/121883715596 Once again cheers for the feedback! I've been told this is slightly small for the Revell kit, just as a heads up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 (edited) Grey Matter figures do a 1/32 Three Blade Rotol Prop for a Spitfire. Will need to obtain one shortly as I intend to build P7350 from the Revell 11a kit. Edited August 8, 2018 by Whitewolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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