Thano Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 On 7/6/2019 at 6:37 PM, RonGUSA said: It has nothing to do with following the instructions. Its the fit of the parts, they are just to tight! I'm not the only one saying this. As I said Nigel on YouTube had to use a lathe to turn down the crankcase parts J3 &J4 by a least a 1/2 of a mm without a lathe it's sand...sand...sand. Ron G I sanded and scraped down the mating areas of part J3 and J4, and a little off the edges of J5, and snipped a millimeter or so off the tabs. Worked well, a bit snug but it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyT Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 Skin wrinkling http://legendsintheirowntime.com/LiTOT/Content/1944/F6F_Fl_4410_folded_p076_W.png https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-grumman-f6f-hellcat-was-a-carrier-based-fighter-aircraft-grumman-xf6f-36112576.html https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiGqaWr77bjAhVErxoKHQI3B-EQjRx6BAgBEAU&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fpin%2F308707749434885700%2F&psig=AOvVaw1bhJS5bVRHlqLWRl2ZslMy&ust=1563278220938478 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMK Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 So, is there any guides to how the F6F-5 was converted to the F6F-5P photo reconnaissance variant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMK Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 Thanks Jennings. From a logic/seductive reasoning perspective, there would’ve had to have been some kind of camera control box. Following on from that, it would make sense that the cameras and the camera control box were standard with other USN/USAAF fits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 5 hours ago, Jennings Heilig said: Since we’ve found zero documentation thus far, anything I or anyone else tells you is purely a guess. But in order to control cameras, yes, you would need a camera control panel. Where it was or what it looked like I can’t say until we come up with a -5P manual with illustrations or photos. But it *is* very seductive Didn't Harv do a -5P sometime here a while back, or am I thinking of something else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted August 6, 2019 Share Posted August 6, 2019 For those who came in late 1/24 50 cal here: http://www.gaspatchmodels.com/products/ammo-belt-flexible-cal-50-1-24.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted August 18, 2019 Share Posted August 18, 2019 I’ve progressing hesitating into my build. I’m working on all things common to a Dash 3 and a 5. I haven’t seen any movement in the aftermarket world for an F6F-3 windshield/canopy so I’m setting up to make my own with an old Mattel Vacuform machine. I really don’t want to build this kit into a Dash 5 if I can avoid it. My thoughts so far on this Airfix Hellcat... I like the effort Airfix put into recreating the details. The Eduard Engine Detail set has some merit, but as for me, their Wingfold set doesn’t enhance the work that Airfix already did in this area. The tires need to be replaced and the Reskit tires are excellent. However the Airfix kit tail wheel is better than the resin one. The Airscale cockpit is best suited for an F6F-3 and I like it very much. The kit’s .50 cal guns are quite acceptable. Sharping the detail of the cooling jackets and adding a bit of detail to the breeches make them as good as the aftermarket sets. The fit of the engine components is tight, but that’s better than too loose. After 30 minutes of sanding, everything slides together nicely. The oil cross over tube parts and the cylinder pushrods are to my eye, too large in diameter. I really like the look of the engine after these parts were replaced. I haven’t worked on an Airfix kit in eons, but I like this one because I like the subject. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted August 18, 2019 Share Posted August 18, 2019 3 hours ago, Randy said: I’ve progressing hesitating into my build. I’m working on all things common to a Dash 3 and a 5. I haven’t seen any movement in the aftermarket world for an F6F-3 windshield/canopy so I’m setting up to make my own with an old Mattel Vacuform machine. I really don’t want to build this kit into a Dash 5 if I can avoid it. My thoughts so far on this Airfix Hellcat... I like the effort Airfix put into recreating the details. The Eduard Engine Detail set has some merit, but as for me, their Wingfold set doesn’t enhance the work that Airfix already did in this area. The tires need to be replaced and the Reskit tires are excellent. However the Airfix kit tail wheel is better than the resin one. The Airscale cockpit is best suited for an F6F-3 and I like it very much. The kit’s .50 cal guns are quite acceptable. Sharping the detail of the cooling jackets and adding a bit of detail to the breeches make them as good as the aftermarket sets. The fit of the engine components is tight, but that’s better than too loose. After 30 minutes of sanding, everything slides together nicely. The oil cross over tube parts and the cylinder pushrods are to my eye, too large in diameter. I really like the look of the engine after these parts were replaced. I haven’t worked on an Airfix kit in eons, but I like this one because I like the subject. I'll be up for a canopy or two for sure, I already have the airscale cockpit and really think an F3 worth pursuing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trak-Tor Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 (edited) I think I may put this here, instead of creating a new thread: aeroscale.kitmaker.net Quote Master has released two sets of turned brass gun barrels replicating the uncovered and faired 0.50 calibre Browning machine guns for the 1/24 scale Grumman Hellcat Cheers. Juraj EDIT: Just saw it it in the "Vendors" section... Sorry for the duplicity... Edited October 17, 2019 by Trak-Tor update Ryan, coogrfan, nmayhew and 4 others 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozart Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 That’ll be “duplication” Juraj, duplicity is something completely different, ie trickery, fraud, lying etc. nmayhew, Rick Griewski, Trak-Tor and 1 other 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted October 17, 2019 Author Share Posted October 17, 2019 1 hour ago, mozart said: That’ll be “duplication” Juraj, duplicity is something completely different, ie trickery, fraud, lying etc. There is a semantic connection, though, if you consider that one of the colloquial analogues for duplicitous is two-faced. Kev nmayhew, mozart, Trak-Tor and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozart Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 31 minutes ago, LSP_Kevin said: There is a semantic connection, though, if you consider that one of the colloquial analogues for duplicitous is two-faced. Kev Ah yes, Janus! nmayhew and LSP_Kevin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trak-Tor Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 It's always nice to learn something new. Don't hesitate to correct me anytime you see something wrong in my posts... Juraj mozart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozart Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 4 minutes ago, Trak-Tor said: It's always nice to learn something new. Don't hesitate to correct me anytime you see something wrong in my posts... Juraj The English language is full of subtleties and nuances Juraj. As a non-native speaker your use of English is excellent but I thought you’d appreciate a well intentioned correction. Thano, LSP_Kevin, LSP_K2 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ray Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 On 10/18/2019 at 1:43 AM, mozart said: The English language is full of subtleties and nuances Juraj. As a non-native speaker your use of English is excellent but I thought you’d appreciate a well intentioned correction. Subtleties & nuances? Sometimes English is down right weird! Your knowledge of English is very good, Juraj! A hell of a lot better than my Russian, which is the only language I have had some education in from that part of the world! Trak-Tor and LSP_K2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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