Crossofiron Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 Hello all, I must confess to being a bit of a HPH Models Groupie. Iv'e got five of their kits and pre-ordered this few months back; It is simply stunning!!! It cements, in my opinion, why HPH are the best model 'artists' in the world... It's up there with the PBY which is my next project; I simply had to have a go at this one first! Here's what you get when you take off the sleeve and open the box; Here's a sneak preview of the size; I of course, had to purchase the Landing Flaps which are sold separately; Now, to the subject (which I have the support from HPH Models for); I am going to get unique decals produced for this project and will update you on what I did of course. From the that's all brother.org website; Nearly 75 years ago, on June 6, 1944, That’s All, Brother carried the first of the paratroopers from the 101st and 82nd Airborne divisions. Piloted by Lt. Col John Donalson, the plane led over 800 C-47s that dropped over 13,000 paratroopers into a battle that changed the course of mankind. After serving on D-Day, and in Operations Market Garden, Repulse, and Varsity, the airplane returned to the United States and was sold to the civilian market in 1945. During the course of many owners over the next several decades, the historical significance of the airplane was lost and it was eventually sold to be scrapped. Fortunately, two historians from the United States Air Force discovered that this historic airplane was lying in a boneyard in Wisconsin. The Commemorative Air Force was able to acquire the airplane, and through a large group of donors and volunteers, restore the airplane to flying status. So all, there you have it, now to get all the stuff out and get going!!! Thanks for looking. Cheers Steve coogrfan, blackbetty, D.B. Andrus and 14 others 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 Lovely! Before I got rid of FB, I was a devout follower of TABs page. It was great to see her first flight live. I also love the fact that they paid attention to the details when restoring her, and that the resto is the ACTUAL TAB that flew. I love the details HpH provides, but have been let down quite a few times when it comes to their assembly details, as occasionally it seems their QC could use a refresher. Im hoping the gooney bird is up to snuff, and you dont run into any of the issues I have run into! The kit does look really lovely. Have you thought about designing your own paint masks for TAB? All the markings seem fairly straight forward and doable for masks. Heres looking forward to some progress! Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 Awesome project, Steve! And I believe this is the first build of this kit I've seen anywhere. I'll be following along avidly - and jealously! Kev Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 Oh that's totally awesome! I have the kit too and will follow with great interest! Atta Boy! Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KitmodellerNZ Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 Looking forward to seeing this one come together Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamj Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 Kinardlywait. Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan_G Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 nice choice! will follow with great interest jan Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fvdm Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 OK, now I'm officially jealous. This one isn't in my reach so I will follow you closely to enjoy this build. Have fun. Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jep1210 Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 Shaweet!!! This is gunn be good!!!! Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomjw Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 Popcorn: check. Comfy seat: check. Coffee: check. I'm going to enjoy this. Cheers, Tom Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgbooyv8 Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 Like the others, I will follow with great interest! Cheers, Peter Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossofiron Posted March 22, 2019 Author Share Posted March 22, 2019 Bugger, gonna need a bigger workbench... Might take a window out when I do the PBY. The fit, as you would expect is exceptional & everything fuselage wise is pre trimmed. Thanks for comments all. Cheers Steve TorbenD, LSP_Kevin, Anthony in NZ and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 10 minutes ago, Crossofiron said: Bugger, gonna need a bigger workbench... Might take a window out when I do the PBY. The fit, as you would expect is exceptional & everything fuselage wise is pre trimmed. Nice! That is going to be a large beast. Do all the panel lines line up from side to side and wing top to bottom? Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rigor Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 I was just thinking the same thing ? Crossofiron 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossofiron Posted March 22, 2019 Author Share Posted March 22, 2019 59 minutes ago, Out2gtcha said: Nice! That is going to be a large beast. Do all the panel lines line up from side to side and wing top to bottom? Do you what? They pretty much do! I can see some work around the Wing Roots maybe but there is no sign of warping or distortion, its like a sculpture! Now it's time to get the Marigold Gloves out, got some serious washing of parts to do!!! Out2gtcha and LSP_Kevin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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