John1 Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 I recall reading something here about a resin canopy set for the Tamiya F-4 series. Can't find anything now though, not sure if it was in one of the posts that ex-member Jennings decided to pull down when he ran out of here? Regardless, does anyone have info on this set? I'm particularly interested in any first-hand experiences / product reviews. TIA, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeroen_R90S Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 HTH, Jeroen LSP_K2 and John1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali62 Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 36 minutes ago, jeroen_R90S said: HTH, Jeroen Thank you for the quote Jeroen Here is a direct link to my product John, https://aerocraftmodels.bigcartel.com/product/mcdonnell-douglas-phantom-replacement-canopy-set-for-tamiya-kits cheers Ali John1, jeroen_R90S, Michael931080 and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 1 hour ago, John1 said: I recall reading something here about a resin canopy set for the Tamiya F-4 series. Can't find anything now though, not sure if it was in one of the posts that ex-member Jennings decided to pull down when he ran out of here? Regardless, does anyone have info on this set? I'm particularly interested in any first-hand experiences / product reviews. TIA, John I have a review almost finished, it's a great set, I'll get a shift on and finish it tomorrow. LSP_K2, John1, Daniel Leduc and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Needham Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 Buy with confidence (I have 2 x sets) and this AM set from Ali and they will save hours and hours of forlorn hope trying to polish out or conceal the inexplicably placed pour stubs on the Tamiya kit clear parts. Gary John1 and Mark P 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John1 Posted July 31, 2022 Author Share Posted July 31, 2022 Gary / Kage - if I could ask - how's the fit of the resin? How's the clarity compared to the kit parts? I've always been a bit nervous when it comes to clear resin casting. On a related note, anyone know if there are masks out there for this kit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Needham Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 John. I have not used either set as it wasn't available when I built my first F-4J, however there is a small 'lug' to cut off as one would expect with a resin AM clear part. Clarity looks excellent on mine and given Ali's QC, I am confident it will remain so. Irrespective if you use the Tamiya part, the 'scar' will always be there and no matter how many polishes and 'Klear' dips I gave mine, it is still there and the eye goes straight to it when you know it is there. Regarding masking, the framework on a F-4 is about as easy as it gets with Tamiya tape and a sharp blade and so I imagine a specific AM designed set won't be necessary. I certainly didn't use one on mine and masked it myself and mine came out perfectly with about 45 mins of work. HTH Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Leduc Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 6 hours ago, Ali62 said: Thank you for the quote Jeroen Here is a direct link to my product John, https://aerocraftmodels.bigcartel.com/product/mcdonnell-douglas-phantom-replacement-canopy-set-for-tamiya-kits cheers Ali Hey Ali, Any possibilty for a Revell replacement set..? Dan. firefly7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scimitarf1 Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 I intend on using Ali’s set on the Revell RF-4 to correct the proportions and the windscreen. Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 55 minutes ago, Daniel Leduc said: Hey Ali, Any possibilty for a Revell replacement set..? Dan. I think Parts r Parts produced a correction set to improve the sit of the Revell canopy, it's not listed on the site, but if you email Bruce..? Daniel Leduc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly7 Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 I second request for a Revell set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TankBuster Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 Looking forward to the review as I am thinking of buying for my F-4J I have just started. Cheers. 12 hours ago, Kagemusha said: I have a review almost finished, it's a great set, I'll get a shift on and finish it tomorrow. John1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John1 Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 I ordered my canopy set from Ali. Received it within a week or so and can vouch that the quality is outstanding. Very clear resin, fantastic detail. Also included are the rear structures inside each canopy, which are missing on the kit parts. I can also vouch that Ali's customer service is outstanding. I was missing a small part and he promptly put a replacement in the mail. Order with full confidence. One question - any recommendations on what to use for gluing the windscreen to the fuselage? There is no framework at the bottom of the windscreen side panels so I can't afford to make a mess. Will standard superglue result in any fogging issues? Also, is it possible to polish these parts for a bit more shine or would that result in potential damage? I'm a big fan of Novus plastic polish for my regular clear plastic parts. Any suggestions would be welcome. Mark P, daveculp, Stefano and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 My last resin canopy I dipped in Future and could not believe the difference it made. As far as glue, I used Formula 500 made for RC airplanes. It’s a white glue that dries clear and had a “rubbery” of flexible texture to it when dry. John1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 For polishing plastics, I've never found anything better that Meguiar's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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