Hewy Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 Forgive me if its already been posted, i have a couple of querys, I will be entering the gb (i shall post up later),I've made a start over the last few days and have taken pictures, I'm doing a 48th tamiya bircage, a blacksheep vmf214,white 93, circa1943, First am i right in thinking the tail hook should be left off, do i need to fill in the step hole on the flap, colours? Tamiya give mix colours does mr hobby do a single upper colour, what is the fs number for the upper colour, thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 21, 2020 Author Share Posted June 21, 2020 (edited) 9 hours ago, Hewy said: I'm doing a 48th tamiya bircage, a blacksheep vmf214,white 93, circa1943, First am i right in thinking the tail hook should be left off, do i need to fill in the step hole on the flap, colours? Tamiya give mix colours does mr hobby do a single upper colour, what is the fs number for the upper colour, thanks Excellent another Sheep build. Yes on the hook, yes on the step in the flap, colors should be the 3/4 tone white, Intermediate blue, non-spec blue, GSB. If you have a photo post it so we can help analyze the demarcation in the scheme. Here is a good thread, the color should be ANA 607/FS15042 or 606, the post war is ANA 623. Though i opted for the post war color to stay 100% lacquer. Edited June 21, 2020 by Corsairfoxfouruncle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 21 minutes ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: If you have a photo post it so we can help analyze the demarcation in the scheme. Here is a good thread, the color should be ANA 607/FS15042 or 606, the post war is ANA 623. 10 hours ago, Hewy said: what is the fs number for the upper colour, the link explains it, but for clarity. ANA is the ww2 standard. ANA = Army Navy Aircraft. FS 595 is a post war US Government approved colors system. You will commonly see see ANA623 = FS15042. ANA623 is wartime Gloss Sea Blue GSB, and was replace in 1947 by FS 15042 GSB, as the ANA color tended to fade. They are similar, but NOT the same color. ANA606 and 607 are also referred to as being FS15042 (or 25042 and 35042) the first numeral denotes the paint sheen 1=gloss, 2= sating, 3 = matt. They are NOT FS 15042 either. The linked thread contains accurate information supplied by noted US colors researcher Dana Bell. Mostly this is missed, and by model paint companies as well. (if it lists paint as ANA623/FS15042, at least one of the shades is wrong) The only company I know of that makes separate accurate colors for ANA606, 607, 623 and FS15042 is colourcoats. I have been meaning to try out some Tamiya recipes for ANA 606, 607 and 623 for my own use. Tamiya XF-17 Sea Blue is way too green, @Jamie @ Sovereign Hobbies memorably described ANA623 as a On 01/07/2019 at 21:34, Jamie @ Sovereign Hobbies said: fairly dull, smokey, greyish blue. @Mike Starmer made a mix On 02/07/2019 at 16:38, Mike Starmer said: I matched Glossy Sea Blue 623 in Elliott's USN colours book with 4 x Humbrol 77 + 1 x Humbrol 68. The book sample is not full gloss, more satin finish. A coat of satin varnish provided the required effect. 77 is Sea Blue, 68 is purple. Apologies for the digressions, but it's a subject where the wrong information is usually the most common available... 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackG Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 Still in the construction phase, but was wondering what people consider as a good standard of reference for camouflage pattern of the FAA Corsair? regards, Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookenbacher Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 42 minutes ago, JackG said: Still in the construction phase, but was wondering what people consider as a good standard of reference for camouflage pattern of the FAA Corsair? I've found the Fundekals instruction sheet very useful (TSS schemes at the end), you can download a copy here. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewy Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 @Corsairfoxfouruncle and @Troy Smith ,thanks for the response i appreciate it, i do have photos of the aircraft ,alas bw ones, i shall post up tomorrow,with links or pics , with my starter thread I've been totally busy today, sorry, troy ,your post explains a lot, thanks Dennis do you have a link for a picture of the tail wheel with the hook removed? Thanks again gents 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 21, 2020 Author Share Posted June 21, 2020 8 minutes ago, Hewy said: Dennis do you have a link for a picture of the tail wheel with the hook removed? Yes let me dig it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 21, 2020 Author Share Posted June 21, 2020 21 minutes ago, Hewy said: a picture of the tail wheel with the hook removed? Here you go Hewy... Its an easy thing just cut it at the base sand/file smooth and Bobs your mothers Brother. This one ⬇️ was stateside so it didnt only happen overseas. Dennis 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncletommy Posted June 22, 2020 Share Posted June 22, 2020 Had something ready to go and then bam! The old heart attack. Afraid I'm going to have to drop out of this one too. More info here: Apologies! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 22, 2020 Author Share Posted June 22, 2020 3 hours ago, uncletommy said: Had something ready to go and then bam! The old heart attack. Afraid I'm going to have to drop out of this one too. More info here: Apologies! We understand Tommy... Please take all the time needed for a full recovery. Health is way more important than some bits of plastic and glue. Please feel free to chime in and visit from time to time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 These just arrived in the post today. 👍 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 1 hour ago, John Masters said: These just arrived in the post today. Excellent news John! They look very nice too and will make for a very interesting model whichever scheme you choose. Welcome to the Latin American Corsair Club! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 2 hours ago, modelling minion said: Welcome to the Latin American Corsair Club! M<any thanks. It would be a shame to not build at least two of these... I have the Hasagawa F4U-1D kit for at least one. For this GB I am thinking of #6 but that crazy camo (#7-8) would be a superb challenge for painting... There is a NMF as well... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnson Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 18 minutes ago, John Masters said: For this GB I am thinking of #6 but that crazy camo (#7-8) would be a superb challenge for painting... All good but #7 or #8 would be amazing. Any photos around of the real thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 24, 2020 Author Share Posted June 24, 2020 37 minutes ago, Johnson said: All good but #7 or #8 would be amazing. Any photos around of the real thing? Yes https://www.asisbiz.com/il2/Corsair/El-Salvador/pages/Vought-FG-1D-Corsair-ex-Salvador-Airforce-01.html 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 9 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Yes https://www.asisbiz.com/il2/Corsair/El-Salvador/pages/Vought-FG-1D-Corsair-ex-Salvador-Airforce-01.html note the pic Dennis linked is EX Salvodorean, and is looking worse for wear this looks like a 'in service' shot the camo blends in well 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray_W Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 Hi Everyone, I'm going to come into this STGB with my very old (only 21 years) 1/48 Tamiya F4U-ID. The plan is to do a US Glossy Blue subject from the January to August 1945 period. Still deciding on the final subject and getting organised. Question for you. Tyres? Seems huge variation in F4U-1D tyres on US carriers - ribbed (or is it smooth?), diamond and what looks like a chubby diamond. Also the classic two different tyres fitted to the same aircraft. Any rhyme or reason? VF or VMF? Any thoughts on this would help. Thanks in advance. Ray 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 25, 2020 Author Share Posted June 25, 2020 (edited) Welcome aboard Ray... Much like any other aircraft there were official reasons for having treadless tires vs treaded tires. That rarely lasted past the official files and paper requirements. Combat use and wear & tear would have them use what ever was available. Edited June 25, 2020 by Corsairfoxfouruncle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray_W Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 1 hour ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Welcome aboard Ray... Much like any other aircraft there were official reasons for having treadless tires vs treaded tires. That rarely lasted past the official files file and paper requirements. Combat use and wear & tear would have them use what ever was available. Dennis, Thanks for the welcome. I thought as much with regard to the tyres. Since I made this post I decided on the subject and have good photos of my chosen subject with diamond pattern tyres. Placed the order today for some aftermarket. Ray. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 I'm sorry to say I'm going to skip this GB. I'd got hold of a kit and decals for it, but to be honest I just have too many other things I'd rather be building at the moment so can't really work up the enthusiasm for it. The Corsair will make it onto my bench at some point in the future. cheers Julian 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 2, 2020 Author Share Posted July 2, 2020 4 hours ago, zebra said: I'm sorry to say I'm going to skip this GB. I'd got hold of a kit and decals for it, but to be honest I just have too many other things I'd rather be building at the moment so can't really work up the enthusiasm for it. The Corsair will make it onto my bench at some point in the future. cheers Julian Im sorry to see you or anyone bow out, but Id rather see it sit and wait than not get the attention she deserves. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 6 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Im sorry to see you or anyone bow out, but Id rather see it sit and wait than not get the attention she deserves. Thanks Dennis. It'll be back! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoolioPaulio Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 I just thought I'd put a little message out, apologies to all because I have done very little commenting or liking on other peoples builds during this GB. When it started I had little to no motivation, what with the world being up in the air. I'm now getting back into it, and enjoying it again with three builds currently on the go, I'm just still struggling a bit with focusing on things. My routine is all to cock still, I vary rarely leave the house as I'm working from home full time, and unless I need to go somewhere I'm of the mindset 'why should I risk my, and others health' etc. So I'm not finding as much time to go on the forum despite being at home more, as I'm doing all kinds of hobbies for variety. But know that I'm there in spirit, and I'm sure you are all doing a cracking job Paul 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 14, 2020 Author Share Posted July 14, 2020 22 minutes ago, HoolioPaulio said: I just thought I'd put a little message out, apologies to all because I have done very little commenting or liking on other peoples builds during this GB. When it started I had little to no motivation, what with the world being up in the air. I'm now getting back into it, and enjoying it again with three builds currently on the go, I'm just still struggling a bit with focusing on things. My routine is all to cock still, I vary rarely leave the house as I'm working from home full time, and unless I need to go somewhere I'm of the mindset 'why should I risk my, and others health' etc. So I'm not finding as much time to go on the forum despite being at home more, as I'm doing all kinds of hobbies for variety. But know that I'm there in spirit, and I'm sure you are all doing a cracking job Paul No worries Paul These are Strange times for sure. Health of mind, body, and spirit are more important than some bits of plastic and glue. Take your time as its all about fun here not finishing. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted July 14, 2020 Share Posted July 14, 2020 2 hours ago, HoolioPaulio said: struggling a bit with focusing on things. I'm with you 100% on that Paul, I'm finding it very hard to keep focused on anything at all and my modelling has slowed right down. So don't worry mate you are far from alone, pop in when you feel up to it don't feel any pressure to have to be building models, as Dennis says this is only a hobby, and when it is forced it stops being any fun. Craig. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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