PhantomBigStu Posted June 23, 2022 Share Posted June 23, 2022 (edited) Question for the knowledgeable, I know most kits are B/D masquerading as E's to various degrees but just got myself the 1/72 monogram kit, and seems it has the CFT's and possibly other bits can I do an E out of the box? Or will I need some additional parts? edit: had a look and seems doesn't come with the correct CFT pylons and I don't think I have a set spare.....so have to be a B/D Edited June 23, 2022 by PhantomBigStu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted June 23, 2022 Share Posted June 23, 2022 3 hours ago, PhantomBigStu said: Question for the knowledgeable, I know most kits are B/D masquerading as E's to various degrees but just got myself the 1/72 monogram kit, and seems it has the CFT's and possibly other bits can I do an E out of the box? Or will I need some additional parts? edit: had a look and seems doesn't come with the correct CFT pylons and I don't think I have a set spare.....so have to be a B/D I think there's some differences between the CFT and FAST packs Stu but I've a set of bits from the Academy E that you're welcome to if they are of any use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomBigStu Posted June 23, 2022 Share Posted June 23, 2022 (edited) 24 minutes ago, Col. said: I think there's some differences between the CFT and FAST packs Stu but I've a set of bits from the Academy E that you're welcome to if they are of any use. Cheers, though I’ve decided to just built the monogram as a D and buy an actual E kit in a few weeks time either the new revell from my local or the easy build academy Edited June 23, 2022 by PhantomBigStu 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnobiz Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 On 6/22/2022 at 9:18 PM, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: All excellent choices Arnaud, Ive added you to the list. No obligation to actually join its just showing you're interested. Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkThorn242 Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 Possibly down for this but it feels like finding an F-15 kit right now is like finding hen's teeth. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 14 minutes ago, PinkThorn242 said: Possibly down for this but it feels like finding an F-15 kit right now is like finding hen's teeth. The Big H have a fair selection in 1/72 at the moment. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted June 28, 2022 Author Share Posted June 28, 2022 28 minutes ago, PinkThorn242 said: Possibly down for this but it feels like finding an F-15 kit right now is like finding hen's teeth. Shall I add you to the list of interested members in the off chance you find a kit ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkThorn242 Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 48 minutes ago, Enzo Matrix said: The Big H have a fair selection in 1/72 at the moment. Fair enough. Was toying with doing a 1/48 but 72 will be healthier for the limited space I have to display in. 34 minutes ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Shall I add you to the list of interested members in the off chance you find a kit ? OK. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bianfuxia Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 I just had a shipment arrive from HobbySearch in Japan with an F-15 I got for this GB: 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 Most likely I will do an LN grey, not sure which time/mod though 😉 I think I have a recent Academy boxing in 48th stashed exactly for this purpose! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 2, 2022 Author Share Posted July 2, 2022 6 hours ago, bianfuxia said: I just had a shipment arrive from HobbySearch in Japan with an F-15 I got for this GB: Very nice choice sir, I almost grabbed this one myself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted July 15, 2022 Share Posted July 15, 2022 I thought I had signed up for this GB, but obviously not. Anyway, I have the 'new' tool Hasegawa F15C in the stash, which I bought new from a long defunct model shop in York about 1989. I also have a Cutting Edge Israeli F15 sheet that has a couple of F15Cs on it. In anticipation of the GB, I also have some PE from Dream Models and some Resitech Python AAM. I will be good to go on the 27th. First time I saw the F15 in the air was at Binbrook's Open Day in 1978, a couple from Bitburg were there. Loved seeing them, and although the Cs have gone from Lakenheath, still nice to see the F15Es when have a run up the East Coast. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 15, 2022 Author Share Posted July 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Mr T said: I thought I had signed up for this GB, but obviously not. Anyway, I have the 'new' tool Hasegawa F15C in the stash, which I bought new from a long defunct model shop in York about 1989. I also have a Cutting Edge Israeli F15 sheet that has a couple of F15Cs on it. In anticipation of the GB, I also have some PE from Dream Models and some Resitech Python AAM. I will be good to go on the 27th. First time I saw the F15 in the air was at Binbrooks Open Day in 1978, a couple from Bitburg were there. Loved seeing them, and although the Cs have gonfrom Lakenheath, still nice to see the F15Es when have a run up the East Coast. Welcome aboard always room for an Israeli Eagle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sierra Mike Sierra Posted July 15, 2022 Share Posted July 15, 2022 On 07/11/2021 at 15:22, Sierra Mike Sierra said: having in mind a F-15D of 57th FW A slight last minute change in the production schedule: Having got hold of Furball's USAFE MOD EAGLES sheet I am now in for a Hasegawa F-15C of the 57th FS, Keflavik AB with conformal fuel tanks (which I in tend to steal from one of my three stashed Hasegawa F-15Es). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airfixpeter Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 As well as my plastic one I am going to be doing something different. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 16, 2022 Author Share Posted July 16, 2022 6 hours ago, airfixpeter said: As well as my plastic one I am going to be doing something different. Great Im looking forward to this one… A wooden model is a rarity these days so should be quite popular. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted July 17, 2022 Share Posted July 17, 2022 This one's come around quickly and I forgot all about it oh dear time to find a kit! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arfa1983 Posted July 17, 2022 Share Posted July 17, 2022 I've been waiting all year for this one! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoftScience Posted July 19, 2022 Share Posted July 19, 2022 Joining up with an Academy Ra'am in 1/48. The kit has some parts stuck together, but it is well below the 25% threshhold. I recall the few bits I already finished, being a total bear, but lets see if I can resurrect the project. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 A query for any knowledgeable people out there. I am planning on adding some Python 3s AAMs to the wing pylons of my 1/72nd build. Searching photos etc, show the launch rails to be wider with a curve to accommodate the bigger tail of the Python compared to the Sidewinder. I haven't found any of the pylons as aftermarket so far, and resigned myself to building some using the Sidewinder rails in the kit with a new extension piece, but I would like some better photos or a drawing to help. A nod in the right direction would be helpful and much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 20, 2022 Author Share Posted July 20, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mr T said: A query for any knowledgeable people out there. I am planning on adding some Python 3s AAMs to the wing pylons of my 1/72nd build. Searching photos etc, show the launch rails to be wider with a curve to accommodate the bigger tail of the Python compared to the Sidewinder. I haven't found any of the pylons as aftermarket so far, and resigned myself to building some using the Sidewinder rails in the kit with a new extension piece, but I would like some better photos or a drawing to help. A nod in the right direction would be helpful and much appreciated. Would these work ? https://www.scalemates.com/kits/paragon-designs-72061-2-x-python-3-aa-missiles-and-mount-adaptors-and-rails--148255 https://www.aircraftresourcecenter.com/Rev4/3601-3700/rev3618-Isracast-32021/00.shtm Edited July 20, 2022 by Corsairfoxfouruncle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 (edited) Thanks, yes I looked at these pages on Scalemates. Pity Paragon packed up. On reflection, he picture of the 32nd/48th Isracast stuff, I reckon can be scaled to give the dimensions for a scratch built adaptor. I suspect the Israelis made the missile to fit a Sidewinder launcher and so I have a known dimension as well as the missile body. Edited July 20, 2022 by Mr T Spelling 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 20, 2022 Author Share Posted July 20, 2022 9 hours ago, Mr T said: Thanks, yes I looked at these pages on Scalemates. Pity Paragon packed up. On reflection, he picture of the 32nd/48th Isracast stuff, I reckon can be scaled to give the dimensions for a scratch built adaptor. I suspect the Israelis made the missile to fit a Sidewinder launcher and so I have a known dimension as well as the missile body. Im sorry I should have explained The link was more for the drawings & photos so you could get an Idea. I wasn't trying to push you towards a purchase. I probably shouldn't post after a certain time at night as I don't always think before I type. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Navy Bird Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 43 minutes ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: I probably shouldn't post after a certain time at night as I don't always think before I type. Consider yourself lucky if it only happens at night. Happens to me all the time! Cheers, Bill 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr T Posted July 21, 2022 Share Posted July 21, 2022 No apologies needed, you actually helped me formulate a cunning plan to make the parts. For the curved extension, I am going to look through my bits box for wing/fuselage with a right bit of curvature and a flat section, or something with the right curve that can added to the flat bit. Possibly easier than trying to get the right curve on flat sheet of card. I have found couple of photos that might help. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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