
John Stambaugh
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About John Stambaugh
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Rank
LSP Junkie
- Birthday 04/15/1961
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Website URL
johnsnorthwestcarpet@gmail.com
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Gender
Male
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Location
Georgia, USA
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Interests
Country living and large scale aircraft modeling
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Sakai reacted to a post in a topic: SOW gear sets... WOW!
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John Stambaugh reacted to a post in a topic: Ju-87B-2
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John Stambaugh reacted to a post in a topic: Eagle's Head. Horst Hannig Fw-190A-4
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red baron reacted to a post in a topic: SWORDFISH trumpeter
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Excellent build of a classic. Thanks for sharing.
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Proof that the elderly should not be overlooked. Excellent build sir.
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MikeC reacted to a post in a topic: Kit Part Numbering
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Kit Part Numbering
John Stambaugh replied to MikeC's topic in Q&A: Tips, Techniques, and Photography
Yes I agree it is quite frustrating when time is short and too much is wasted hunting down those tiny parts. Still I try to remind myself that the manufacturers have given us a fantastic renaissance of high quality new tool kits. I will give this excellent tip from MikeC a try. Thanks, John -
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John Stambaugh reacted to a post in a topic: Dragon Bf110C-3, 235-5 235 Squadriglia (Cockpit WIP))
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IainM reacted to a post in a topic: Dragon Bf110C-3, 235-5 235 Squadriglia (Cockpit WIP))
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Dragon Bf110C-3, 235-5 235 Squadriglia (Cockpit WIP))
John Stambaugh replied to IainM's topic in Works in Progress
Hello Iain, the IP looks great and like you I have used Klear acrylic to simulate lens glass. Last build I used Testors clear gloss enamel straight from bottle. One coat covered well and no leaks to places it shouldn't be. Just thought you might try it out. Fine work by the way. Am following with great interest as I have the same kit on the short list.- 47 replies
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Archer Fine Transfers reacted to a post in a topic: Pre-shading tips anyone?
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Pre-shading tips anyone?
John Stambaugh replied to Archer Fine Transfers's topic in Q&A: Tips, Techniques, and Photography
Hey Woody, I only started pre shading my last few kits. 1st thing that I learned was that it is easy to erase the pre shading with too heavy of color coat. Build up color slowly one panel at a time. The other lesson learned is to use a similar color to the top/color coat. Example: a grey for the sky underside camo as opposed to a black which may be more appropriate for dark topside colors. Happy modeling, John -
John Stambaugh reacted to a post in a topic: Dragon Bf110C-3, 235-5 235 Squadriglia (Cockpit WIP))
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1/32 TBM-3 Avenger decals, where are they?
John Stambaugh replied to LSP_Ron's topic in LSP Discussion
I can highly recommend Techmod decals. 2 sets are available for TBF/TBM Avengers from rebelalpha on Ebay. -
D.B. Andrus reacted to a post in a topic: Straightening SAC metal landing gear?
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Straightening SAC metal landing gear?
John Stambaugh replied to denders's topic in Q&A: Tips, Techniques, and Photography
Only so many hours in the day. -
Out2gtcha reacted to a post in a topic: Straightening SAC metal landing gear?
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Straightening SAC metal landing gear?
John Stambaugh replied to denders's topic in Q&A: Tips, Techniques, and Photography
Have done so. I believe that if he wanted that SOW could be the 1st choice in AM landing struts. -
Archer Fine Transfers reacted to a post in a topic: Looking for recommendations for a model build stand. (FOUND)
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Straightening SAC metal landing gear?
John Stambaugh replied to denders's topic in Q&A: Tips, Techniques, and Photography
Yes the SAC white metal struts will easily bend without breaking but that is precisely the problem with their legs. I just finished Trumpeter's P-47D-20 and badly bent the tail strut. Wasn't hard to do. It easily straightened but is just too weak so I ended up using the kit plastic part. Would really like to see Synthetic ordnance works come to the rescue on this matter. Their main gear legs are near indestructible! -
Hey Archer fine transfers, you should take a look at "The Jig". I picked up one of these at a model show a couple of years ago. It is CNC cut from acrylic. Strong with some heft to it. Fully adjustable with soft cushioned cradles. They make these for all types of modeling and even custom sizes.I just ordered a 2nd one but extra wide to handle the 1/32 twin engine bombers(B-25 etc.) Web site is on Etsy: trulyloveus. Type in "a modelers helping hand ". It is the best modeling stand out there IMO!
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Aftermarket items for 1:24 Airfix F6F-5 Hellcat?
John Stambaugh replied to chuck540z3's topic in LSP Discussion
Yes, I very much agree. -
24th Scale Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat (Airfix - of course...)
John Stambaugh replied to Mistral's topic in Ready for Inspection
Excellent work! Thanks for the inspiration. -
And where would we be today if not for mans natural desire to excel? Still living in caves and wondering if the moon is made of cheese. As to modeling contest; let those who wish to compete with others do so. Noone is forcing you to participate. But instead model what you want and how you want. And by the way, that is in no small measure what it is to be an "idiot" American.
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Yes I agree that the master builders are indeed artist. And to those who will NOT accept less that 100% accuracy I would say; thank you. I believe that these exacting standards are what impress upon the kit manufacturers to step up their game and they have done so. And where would we be without the aftermarket suppliers? It is precisely our demand for accuracy and minute detail that gives them the market to supply. So to the artists out there; I again say thank you for helping to make our hobby what it is today!
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Oh boy, a Spitfire build and the Tamiya to boot. IMO the most elegant aircraft ever!
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