Jetmech57 Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 This is the first time trying to use any kind of forum at all. I'm 68 and not up to speed on what to do, like what button to use ?, how to reply to someone.? What's that icon for ? etc..... I guess it will be a learning curve I hope you can all excuse my mistakes I'll be making ! A little of my history. A+P mechanic since 1975, US Navy vet. Worked for Grumman Aerospace for 14 years building all versions of the F-14 Tomcats, A-6E Intruders, EA-6B prowlers, EF-111 Ravens and all the first version aircraft prototypes and all of Grumman's chase and research planes. It was easy to research a model kit of one of them, I just went to work ! Spent my later years working on private corporation jets, Gulf Streams, Hawkers, Lear's..etc.. Now retired and disabled ( I spend a lot of time at the VA Hospital, a fun place to waste time ) I can now build to hearts content ! I hope I can help fellow builders out there if I can ! Thank you again for a warm welcome to you all ! Joe M LSP_K2, Dragon, D.B. Andrus and 15 others 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome! BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAZY IVAN5 Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 You're very welcome ,kind sir! I think you'll find that the VAST majority of the folks here are very courteous and knowledgeable! If you need help or advice this is the place for you. BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easixpedro Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Ohhhh, you didn't mention that earlier?! An IRON WORKS rep in our midst?! I like building Grumman things Seriously though, welcome aboard! -Peter BiggTim and CRAZY IVAN5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome aboard, Joe! Kev BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome! BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Hey Joe, many of us are retired geezers so you needn't feel out of place (if you do). You sound like a font of knowledge which is well appreciated here. Thanks for your service too. BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ray Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome, Joe! BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozart Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Good to see you hear Joe, you’ll soon feel very much at home and, Yes, finding your way around takes a little while but you’ll get there! As some of my fellow “friends” like to point out, I’m old too…..even older than you. BiggTim and Out2gtcha 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome to this wonderful community, apparently you're a fountain of remarkable knowledge on very different aircraft, have fun!!! BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vince14 Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 5 hours ago, Jetmech57 said: This is the first time trying to use any kind of forum at all. I'm 68 and not up to speed on what to do, like what button to use ?, how to reply to someone.? What's that icon for ? etc..... I guess it will be a learning curve I hope you can all excuse my mistakes I'll be making ! A little of my history. A+P mechanic since 1975, US Navy vet. Worked for Grumman Aerospace for 14 years building all versions of the F-14 Tomcats, A-6E Intruders, EA-6B prowlers, EF-111 Ravens and all the first version aircraft prototypes and all of Grumman's chase and research planes. It was easy to research a model kit of one of them, I just went to work ! Spent my later years working on private corporation jets, Gulf Streams, Hawkers, Lear's..etc.. Now retired and disabled ( I spend a lot of time at the VA Hospital, a fun place to waste time ) I can now build to hearts content ! I hope I can help fellow builders out there if I can ! Thank you again for a warm welcome to you all ! Joe M Welcome aboard chap! If you want to reply to someone directly, you can click on the word 'Quote' (bottom left of a person's message, next to the '+' sign) and it will open up a space for you to respond with their message already pasted in for you - that's what I've done to reply directly to you! BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christa Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 As a recently joined member I half expected to buy a few kits and I have done. I had not expected I would sell or pass on any kits, but I have done. I had not expected to buy and read a number of excellent books suggested by fellow members and I have done with great enjoyment. This community has happily surpassed my expectations, not to mention so many examples of good information and top class builds, generously shared and appreciated. Welcome Joe. Elftone, LSP_Kevin, mozart and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viper Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome sir.. BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.B. Andrus Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome aboard, Navy! Cheers, Damian BiggTim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furie Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Welcome Joe! Jack and mozart 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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