discussion Airfix 1\24 a hurry make over

[peterairfix]

I have decided to give my tired old airfix hurry a quick make over as have purchased a new set of after market decals and a camouflage masking set.
I am currently leaning towards the second and third option but most likely to be the second.
Here's the sets and decals and the most important victim.View attachment 317564

 

[peterairfix]

I wonder if any one had noticed as it's been pointed out to me I have mkl hurricane and the decals are for a mkll so would it matter that much or should I save for a mkll

 

[Allen Dewire]

Hi Peter,

I wouldn't know the difference between the 2 MKs at all. I would say, if you are not worried about 100% accuracy, go for it. As long as you are having fun, enjoy it. The old one looks really good in my eyes.

 

[peterairfix]

Hi Peter,

I wouldn't know the difference between the 2 MKs at all. I would say, if you are not worried about 100% accuracy, go for it. As long as you are having fun, enjoy it. The old one looks really good in my eyes.

It's been on the shelf for a few years and as it was done before I started airbrushing so it was in need of a refurbishment plus I have already started on rubbing it down.View attachment 317612View attachment 317613

 

[rtfoe]

Hi Peter,

This is the only kit that has illuded me and I had to settle for one from Trumpeter. Will be watching you bring this up to present standards.

Cheers,
Richard

 

[rtfoe]

I wonder if any one had noticed as it's been pointed out to me I have mkl hurricane and the decals are for a mkll so would it matter that much or should I save for a mkll

The Mk1's had a slightly shorter nose. The MkII's had a 4.5" plug added just in front of the canopy for the slightly longer newer Merlin XX engine. It's your build, just enjoy building it the way you want it.

Cheers,
Richard

 

[peterairfix]

After a good run down and masking I have applied the first new coat of ocean grey.
And applied the masks and they just need a bit of cutting to make them fitView attachment 317946View attachment 317947

 

[rtfoe]

Hi Peter, remember you're doing it in 1/24 scale so easy on the wriggly curves. :smiling4:

Cheers,
Richard

 

[Guest]

I wonder if any one had noticed as it's been pointed out to me I have mkl hurricane and the decals are for a mkll so would it matter that much or should I save for a mkll

The decals appear to be for a mkIIC - are you planning to add the cannon barrels?
Dave

 

[peterairfix]

The decals appear to be for a mkIIC - are you planning to add the cannon barrels?
Dave

I will keep it as a mkl for the moment as I am recovering from a hefty car repair bill but I will add some cannon barrels I the near future.

 

[peterairfix]

More done I have applied the green and redone the canopies and unwrapped plus a few more bits painted on.View attachment 318069View attachment 318070View attachment 318071

 

[Steve Jones]

Totally missed this one Peter!! Look forward to seeing the final pics

 

[Jim R]

Hi Peter
Cracking paint job on this old model. Hardly believe it's the same kit that came off the shelf. Masks look a good buy. The decals will bring this alive.
Jim

 

[Guest]

Is this the lit-up Hurricane from the other thread?

 

[peterairfix]

Is this the lit-up Hurricane from the other thread?

It's the same one but I had so many problems with the lighting I just couldn't get it right that I abandoned the idea and went back to a normal build.

 

[Guest]

Shame, a plane that big seems like an ideal size for adding working lights to.

 

[flyjoe180]

Nice refurbishment paint job Peter.