Shaka HI Posted January 31, 2017 Author Share Posted January 31, 2017 I have this heavy book titled "The Great Book of World War II Airplanes" which started this passion for me decades ago. It's falling apart, but I've read this more times than I can remember. The scheme, I'd like to replicate: Some scratching of the area behind the seat...I just need to show there's something more than blank space visible through the windows (which seems oversized). This is not a "signature" build gents...one day, I will be a lot more mindful about the details I need/should add to my signature model -- in the mean time, I'll continue to build, learn and gain experience. Thanks for the offer, Carl! You're the best, man. But I think I can hand paint the mouth. I'll AB the white and fill in the rest! kkarlsen, Big Texan, mpk and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 it'll look just fine under a coat of paint, behind the windows, inside the closed fuelage I too LOVE that scheme and would build a Hellcat just for that reason Shaka HI and mpk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmthamade Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 IIRC Eduard did a mask set for the sharkmouth hellcat, don't know if it came in 1/32.... Don Shaka HI and mpk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennismcc Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 The cockpit is looking good and the scheme that you have chosen looks great, I had to look the scheme up and was surprised to see it described as a cat mouth, though thinking about it it is pretty appropriate for a Hellcat. Cheers Dennis Shaka HI, mpk and Shawn M 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloorwestSiR Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Shaka, if you want a scan to use as a template let me know. Carl Shaka HI and mpk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaka HI Posted February 1, 2017 Author Share Posted February 1, 2017 That's an idea, Carl. I'll PM you my email later. Thanks! mpk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_S Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 I too have the Great Book. Third heaviest in my meager collection - behind The Complete Far Side I & II. mpk and Shaka HI 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaka HI Posted February 2, 2017 Author Share Posted February 2, 2017 Geesh..it took me 2.5 HOURS this evening just to do the lap belts...RB Products..looks the part but it's a royal PITA to work with... mpk, Bill_S, BradG and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClumsyDude Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Sure does look the part Shaka ... can I also say how convincing that cushion on the headrest is? Great stuff mate. Jim mpk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_S Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Great looking pit, Shaka! Welcome to tweezer hell, my friend. mpk and Shaka HI 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Catching up with your build Shaka, very impressive indeed . What is the plan with the wheel bays? Cheers. Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaka HI Posted February 3, 2017 Author Share Posted February 3, 2017 Freaking trouble maker! mpk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinnfb Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 LOL, oh mine, You gave me good laughter, nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaka HI Posted February 3, 2017 Author Share Posted February 3, 2017 Martin, I know there's some issues with the wheel bays as I've read some builds online about this kit..but I'm unsure if I'll address them. I'll need to see if it's worth my effort on this particular build. Another 90 mins on the shoulder belts...my eyes hurt. And patience tested! Shawn M, BloorwestSiR, Bill_S and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennismcc Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 I can only use the RB belts with my magnifying lamp and a healthy dose of patience but they are so worth it, just used them on 3 Spitfires. Cheers Dennis mpk and Bill_S 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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