Guest Peterpools Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Bri Much appreciated. Tamiya did an exceptional job on the gear and wheels and now that the secret is out of the bag about extra care needing to be taken on the side wall parts, no need for any resin on there. My plans are being a OOB Contest Model, I'm going against my normal approach and leaving everything open and blowing in the wind. So much of the front office and bomb bay details won't be seen as assemblies seem to pile up on assemblies. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John F Smith Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Gosh, Peter, it's looking just gorgeous overall, but those landing gear..... they are "legendary". I don't think I've ever seen better, anywhere. I'm surely looking at a contest winner. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeblack Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Hi Peter - I've just caught up by reading your whole build thread. It's incredible! Looking forward to learning more, and being inspired to raise my standards as you progress onwards. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 HI John Thank you so much for the wonderful comments on the Mossie and her Betty Grable Legs! I'm finally closing in on the end of construction and the paint shop is mighty close - my favorite part of any build. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 (edited) Hi Ernie No, say it ain't so ... lost for words .... impossible. So very much appreciated your comments on the Mossie Peter Edited November 3, 2016 by Peterpools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Thanks MIke So very glad you are enjoying the build and I'm even surprising myself that build a kit straight out of the box can be so much fun. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyrosjzmichos Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Peter, your work is impressive! Honestly, I've got no words to describe how amazed I am! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azgaron Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Totally awesome build Peter! HÃ¥kan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shan Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Man, those look fabulous. i bought the SAC metal landing gears and Eduard's resin wheels, i think theres gonna be issues having them sanded down to super smooth to get the metal shine on them. Hope it turns out 1/2 as good as yours, i'd be happy with that. it looks like quite a challenge to assemble Tamiya's wheels. i think i should give it a try and if i screw up i still have the resin wheels as backup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karimb Posted November 5, 2016 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Peter buddy! Fantastic work done on the gear my friend. the metallics look really superb... It just happened today i was at the Belgrade aeronautical museum during my layover, i saw a landing gear assembly of a mosquito (all they have) and thought of you ha ha... the one you built is in much much better shape this i can assure you! Looking forward to the painting stages! Karim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoggz Posted November 5, 2016 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Peter, I love the Mossie - it's one of my favourite planes and I'm really loving your example of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 5, 2016 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Spyros Thank you so very much. Papa Tamiya genus; I'm just following the instructions and enjoying the build. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 5, 2016 Share Posted November 5, 2016 HÃ¥kan Thank you for the very kind words on the Mossie Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 5, 2016 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Shan Just take your time with the Tamiya wheels. They key is not to squuz the side walls when gluing or the treads won't fit. I actually glued the center tread on and then ones on either side and then did the side walls. Worked out perfectly. As far as the gear goes, just take your time ... the fit is typical Tamiya perfect. Give 'em a shot. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 5, 2016 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Karim my Friend I am humbled to say the least. If my MNossie comes close to your Albi, I'll be one happy camper for sure. peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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