Stokey Pete Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Sheesh! Pete, this is truly astounding. I’m almost sad that it’s coming to an end. It’s been a joy to watch it come together. The results are so impressive. Pete Fleischmann and Derek B 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Fleischmann Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 2 hours ago, chuck540z3 said: Putting that beautiful model on a stick elevates where this model is headed two fold. It is going from really cool to super exciting. I can't wait for the finish line! Cheers, Chuck Thanks Chuck! been stalking your CF-104...coming along in brilliant fashion my friend! cheers Pete chuck540z3 and Derek B 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robthepom Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 I also dont want this build to finish, its such insperational build, thanks Pete Fleischmann, D.B. Andrus and Derek B 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAD3 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 So a question to anyone watching this excellent build who may know. I’ve seen pictures of the Pavehawk in action in Afghanistan. Some have doors off and some have doors in. Was this an option made by the crew? Is it common practice or not? Thanks Andrew Pete Fleischmann 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Fleischmann Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, WAD3 said: So a question to anyone watching this excellent build who may know. I’ve seen pictures of the Pavehawk in action in Afghanistan. Some have doors off and some have doors in. Was this an option made by the crew? Is it common practice or not? Thanks Andrew Hi Andrew- I debated about this...truthfully, there are more photos of Pavehawks down range with the doors off than on. Aesthetically, I prefer the HH-60 with the doors on- my buddy Gemo, who flew these in Afghanistan gave me the out I was looking for, when he told me during the “cold” season, the doors were often on. His stories are incredible. I have so much respect for the men and women who fly/crew these birds- launching every day into unknowable circumstances to save lives and bring guys like me home. I am lucky to keep the company of such people. Some day..over a few beers..I’ll tell you Timmy’s! Story..because he is too modest to talk about himself- but he is one heroic SOB. cheers. Pete Edited February 19, 2021 by Pete Fleischmann Kahunaminor, Derek B, USMC Herc and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Pete, got a couple questions regarding your crew chief. Where did you get the right hand that is holding the hoist control, and where did you get the control??? Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAD3 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Thanks Pete for the info. I agree about the bravery. Been doing a lot of research about the crews during this build and I’m in awe. I think though leaving the doors off is what want to try. Maybe keep the interior more visible. Thanks Andrew Derek B and Pete Fleischmann 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Fleischmann Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) 7 hours ago, Hawkwrench said: Pete, got a couple questions regarding your crew chief. Where did you get the right hand that is holding the hoist control, and where did you get the control??? Tim Tim, this figure- started out as this figure- same arms...I just moved his right arm up a bit. The right hand is cast with the SCAR grip. I simply added the top section of the hoist control to the top of his right hand with scrap plastic. I drilled the grip out of his left hand for the cable. The head was swapped out for a Live Resin head with helmet. Edited February 19, 2021 by Pete Fleischmann Starfighter, J.J., Michael931080 and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Man, your good! Making a Franken figure and it looks real! Guess I'll order that for my hoist build. Thanks! Tim Pete Fleischmann and Derek B 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Fleischmann Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 Hey all! shoutout to Harold at AMS Resin! He has been experimenting with various resins to come up with a formula that will prevent the blades from sagging over time. We have been communicating back and forth throughout the process, and I am so impressed with his knowledge and skill- he’s got it figured out and the new, straight blades are on the way to me- Also thanks to Zactoman for jumping in with his knowledge and expertise! I am fortunate to have so many talented people care enough to help- Woody at Archer, Harold, Zacto- all you guys are fantastic-means a lot! Thank you!! cheers Pete Greg W, Brett M and Out2gtcha 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Fleischmann Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 Also- seeing as the Pavehawk is almost done, I’ve started farting around with this: (photo from Live Resin)- They have 6 new figures for the Kitty Hawk MH-6, and they are outstanding! Yaroslav at Live Resin is a friend of mine, and we’ve been chatting about some potential new figures as well- These figures will make the difference between a model, and something really interesting and fun IMO- plus this will need a full Archer rivet job! also looking forward to a USCG Jayhawk conversion of the HH-60H..think I’ve got the water figured out for an ocean rescue- so standby! and yes the big AT-38B will get some more love too! cheers Pete GMK, scvrobeson, johncrow and 12 others 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Matt Foley Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 4 minutes ago, Pete Fleischmann said: Also- seeing as the Pavehawk is almost done, I’ve started farting around with this: (photo from Live Resin)- They have 6 new figures for the Kitty Hawk MH-6, and they are outstanding! Yaroslav at Live Resin is a friend of mine, and we’ve been chatting about some potential new figures as well- These figures will make the difference between a model, and something really interesting and fun IMO- plus this will need a full Archer rivet job! also looking forward to a USCG Jayhawk conversion of the HH-60H..think I’ve got the water figured out for an ocean rescue- so standby! and yes the big AT-38B will get some more love too! cheers Pete Pete you are going on a Helo rampage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Fleischmann Posted February 26, 2021 Author Share Posted February 26, 2021 Just now, Mr Matt Foley said: Pete you are going on a Helo rampage! so true- like I’ve always said, these helos are like “flying armor “ dirty boot prints on the floor, lots of gear, ammo belts- and these figures are like the “tank riders” that I love to see on armor models- so cool- cheers Pete Out2gtcha, scvrobeson, KiwiZac and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy! Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) I’m sure that will be an eggstordinary project! Edited February 27, 2021 by Timmy! Pete Fleischmann 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 Looking forward to all of these upcoming helo builds. I'm sad to see the pavehawk build winding down, but happy there's 2 more helos waiting!!! Tim Pete Fleischmann 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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