Out2gtcha Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 (edited) Once again, we tread into unknown waters....................... I figured since I have been slackin a bit & since its my B-Day, that Id start this "present to myself" in the ABIM GB The kits is really straight forward, and and once you see it youll agree it wont take much to make a winner out of this one. Im putting my Rufe on hold for a short while while I knock out this wonderfully weird 1/32nd scale X-Plane. It just arrived from SprueBrothers and I will have an in-box review up shortly. The kit IS wonderfully detailed, but I will be changing and adding some things along the way. The kit comes in a surprisingly large but very sturdy white cardboard box - Come along for the ride eh? Might as well right? JK more progress soon and cheers, Edited December 7, 2013 by Out2gtcha shepard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee White Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 is it a resin kit? I saw the box at the Nats, but didn't want to peek inside so I wouldn't be tempted to buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Oh yeah, two giant discs of resin. Very nice too. Should have some pics up soon Lee. Thanks for stopping by Lee White 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Excellent I am looking forward to this one...oh... And Happy Belayed Birth Day Brian ! Cheers Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngtiger1 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Can't wait to read it.... With all these cool kits coming out my wallet just text me this......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ads Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Potential there mate - are you going to make it? ads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Awesome! I'm very excited to see you build this one, such a cool plane. Good luck Brian! Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tnarg Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 This is the nicest flying saucer out there. Bugs Bunny insignia and all. Looking forward to this show. Tnarg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 yep, I'll be following...........Harv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Thanks guys! Here are some more pics of what you get in the box. Im not putting up a TON of pics as I will wait and post a link to the IBR review of this kit I will send to LSP for publishing. Its not a terribly huge thing, but the rivet work is VERY restrained and well done - Just a little flash to take care of but nothing the WAY below average modeler couldn't handle - My Tamiya A6M2 + MDC Rufe center section for a size comparison - Pit is a bit sparse (have some scratchbuild plans for that) but the wheels, elevons, and props are VERY nicely molded - Everything is in individual but connected sealed bags, and so far the fit looks ok - Two vac canopies and nose cones make things handy. Both sets well done and clear - Im now soaking every single resin parts in Westleys Bleche Wite (Now Black Magic Bleche Wite) overnight to get rid of any mold release agents, grease and/or dirt - When I get up later tomorrow today, I will wash everything off w/cool water and soap, and likely start in on the pit area along with some initial trial fitting, and maybe even some other misc detail work. Thanks and cheers, Uilleann and sandokan 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seiran01 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Thanks for posting, Brian, it looks like Planet is using a better quality resin than the light beige stuff we're used to. Mind if i steal your box top pic for the kit database? Ta Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Ya doin a Reno Racer..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloorwestSiR Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Happy belated b-day Brian. Mine is on the way so thanks for the preview of what to expect. Westley's Bleche Wite isn't available in Canada so any suggestions for an alternative? I might try some bike degreaser since it's safe on plastics. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepard Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 (edited) OOB???? can i doubt a bit?? watching with interest.... cheers shep Edited August 29, 2013 by shepard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 a reference picture from Marvel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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