Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Fiat G.55 Centauro

[Thunnus]

It's strange to lose such a large part.  And yes, I definitely had it at the beginning of this build since I modified both legs to accept brass tube axels.  I have a feeling they will turn up eventually.  If not, I will mull over how to create a replacement.  They are relatively simple.

[HiFiCoffi]

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Hi John,

I've been following your builds with great interest for quite a long time; they were all extremely inspiring and entertaining. I did this kit some time ago, though with a different camo paint scheme (Italian three-colour camouflage scheme), and was hoping to see another amazing WIP from you, but this misfortune with the lost landing gear, gosh, not good. 😒 But as I understand it, you still have one left, so why not try 3D scanning and then 3D printing? It would be a shame to put this project away. Good luck, John.

[Thunnus]

41 minutes ago, HiFiCoffi said:

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Hi John,

I've been following your builds with great interest for quite a long time; they were all extremely inspiring and entertaining. I did this kit some time ago, though with a different camo paint scheme (Italian three-colour camouflage scheme), and was hoping to see another amazing WIP from you, but this misfortune with the lost landing gear, gosh, not good. 😒 But as I understand it, you still have one left, so why not try 3D scanning and then 3D printing? It would be a shame to put this project away. Good luck, John.

 

Or maybe this???

 

 

 

 

[HiFiCoffi]

Either way, go with this project, it's very promising. Mustang can wait.

[Thunnus]

2 hours ago, HiFiCoffi said:

Either way, go with this project, it's very promising. Mustang can wait.

Thank you for your enthusiasm for the Centauro build!  As I stated before, I'm going to rest on this one for a while.  My decision for now.

[Mark_C]

Just a quick note on that AM landing gear - if it's made by SAC, you may want to reconsider.  I've not read many positive reviews of their products.

 

For example:

 

https://forum.largescaleplanes.com/index.php?/topic/95126-question-regarding-sac-metal-landing-gear/

 

 

They may have improved since then, of course.

 

 

[HiFiCoffi]

1 hour ago, Thunnus said:

Thank you for your enthusiasm for the Centauro build!  As I stated before, I'm going to rest on this one for a while.  My decision for now.

I understand that. In that case I am taking a seat in the first row to watch the Mustang project, in my future plans as well.

Cheers Leszek!

[Thunnus]

1 hour ago, Mark_C said:

Just a quick note on that AM landing gear - if it's made by SAC, you may want to reconsider.  I've not read many positive reviews of their products.

 

For example:

 

https://forum.largescaleplanes.com/index.php?/topic/95126-question-regarding-sac-metal-landing-gear/

 

 

They may have improved since then, of course.

 

 

Thanks for the heads up Mark!  I've heard enough negative things about SAC products that I would not consider them for any normal circumstance.  However, in this case, it might be the easiest way to replace a lost piece.  I'm still holding off on that purchase since the lost piece (I'm hoping) will turn up somewhere, somehow.

 

[Dpgsbody55]

5 hours ago, Thunnus said:

.... since the lost piece (I'm hoping) will turn up somewhere, somehow.

 

 

And when you're not looking for it .

 

I hope you do resurrect this build.  I was enjoying following your progress.

 

 

Cheers,

Michael

[LSP_Ray]

I hope you find the missing piece, John!

I think the SAC gear would be ok in this case. It is primarily a vertical force on the gear the way the Italians designed it, so it shouldn't bend over time. Most of the gear that have problems are canted with an offset wheel, like the Spitfire.

[amurray]

"It's strange to lose such a large part."

 

Only if you do not understand the Power of the Carpet Monster!  

[ROM]

Hi John

As I have the kit, maybe I can try to 3d design the legs. Then I would send the file and you could make it print by a friend near you. Or I could send it at shipping cost.

I wanted to do this anyway for my build.

Let me know

 

Romain 

[Thunnus]

Thanks for the support and encouragement. I'm sure all of us have encountered the carpet monster on occasion and can relate to my experience.

 

 

On 6/27/2026 at 1:26 PM, ROM said:

Hi John

As I have the kit, maybe I can try to 3d design the legs. Then I would send the file and you could make it print by a friend near you. Or I could send it at shipping cost.

I wanted to do this anyway for my build.

Let me know

 

Romain 

 

Hey, if you develop legs for the Centauro, please let me know.  I don't have access to a digital printer and clueless about that so I would probably be interested in having the legs sent to me.  Thank you! I'm still hoping the lost kit leg shows up somehow!

[Mal_Belford]

Looks mighty good.

 

And yes Anyz extra ads alot, love their stuff. 

[Steve Eagle]

Just walk around your work area barefooted. You will find that part😵‍💫🫩

Ask me how I know😁