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Monogram 1/48 Kingfisher
Just made a start on my next project whilst i wait for the paint to dry on an FW190.This kit is another old Monogram one (1967 molded on the lower wing).Its of the Vought 0-S2U Kingfisher.Originally designed as observation aircraft, they also handled such diverse duties as rescue,reconaissance...- Dave W
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Monogram 1/48 Hawker Typhoon
Just finished building a Typhoon which i've had in my stash for nearly 20 years. Its a very old kit (1968 molded on the lower wing half) with raised detail.I decided to sand most of this off and rescribe it.Not because i think its more accurate,but because i prefer the look of engraved lines to...- Dave W
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British 60lb rockets
Im at the painting stage of a Monogram 1/48 Hawker Typhoon.Does anyone know what colours the 60lb unguided rockets these aircraft carried were painted?.The kit instructions say light grey with olive green warheads.But they look a much darker colour in the black and white pictures i have.The...- Dave W
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Yet another Kleer question
I bought a bottle of 'Kleer' in ASDA today.Ive heard a lot about its use as a gloss acrylic varnish for models but had never tried it.There have been a few posts about it on this forum of late,so i thought id give it a try.Somebody on here said they'd bought it under the 'Pledge' label and apart...- Dave W
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FW190A-5 Seat Harness
Does anyone have a photo of FW190A-5 seat harness please?.I've got an old 'Reheat' pe fret of 1/48 german buckles but must have thrown away the instructions.I intend using the buckles and some foil to make the harness for my next build the Hasegawa FW190A5 of Herman Graf.Any help would be much...- Dave W
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Monogram 1/48 Skyraider
I tried posting a build of this kit a few weeks ago.It went horribly wrong when i tried to add photo's amoungst the text.No doubt due to my poor computer skills.So,just for a laugh i thought i'd try again.The kit is one i bought whilst i was working out in the Middle East in the early...- Dave W
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1/48 Skyraider
I'm currently building a Monogram 1/48 Skyraider.I bought this kit in the early 90's whilst working in Saudi Arabia and its been up in my loft ever since.Recently found it and decided to build it.I like these old Monogram kits as they contain loads of internal detail and with a bit of extra...- Dave W
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Interesting Boeing 757 colours
Weve just finished fitting out a B757 for Iron Maidens world tour 2011.Thought some of you would like to see some photos.Would make a striking model.- Dave W
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trumpeter 1/48 Wellington
Thought i would post some photo's of my latest build .It's my first go at a trumpeter kit and i must say i'm very impressed with the level of detail and fit of the parts.My only criticism is that the red on the decals is way too bright.I used replacements from 'Modeldecal for the fuselage codes...- Dave W
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Thinning enamel paint
This question has no doubt been asked before,but I can't find anything on the forum.I'm looking for a suitable thinner for airbrushing Humbrol,Revel and Xtracolour enamels.I've been using Revells thinner but at 4 quid for a small bottle there must be a cheaper alternative.I use White spirit to...- Dave W
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ME110 Colours
I am just about to start painting a Fujimi ME110C.I have decided to finish it as a machine of ZG26 Wespen (wasp).The kit provides a nice colour painting guide,but doesnt give any paint refs.The colours look to me like RLM74/75/02 upper sufaces with RLM76 undersides and a yellow fuselage band...- Dave W
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How do i add photos to an album in my profile?
I'm trying to add more photos to an album in my profile.Can't work out how to put them in from my computer.I've managed to transfer some after posting them here first.Anyone know how to do it ?im a modelling nerd, not a computer geek!(no offence to geeks). -
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New Members models
Hi everyone.Thought i'd post some pictures of some of my completed models.As you can see they are all 'factory finish'.I would welcome some constructive advice on weathering them to make them more realistic.They are all 1/48 scale and the Halifax is my first attempt at a vacuform kit.This ones a...- Dave W
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