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Fly-n-hi

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  1. I've built the HB F-14D. Its not a terrible kit. There are some fit issues here and there. All the panels on the nose are difficult to get lined up correctly and the exhausts needed some surgery to fit (may not be an issue with the F-14A). The kit's AIM-7s are not very good, either. I'd just build it OOB. I don't think its worth spending money on AM parts. That's my opinion, of course.
  2. So after the Klear Kote cured did it stand up to a wash?
  3. I have to say it...one of my pet peeves is when people say "Here's my latest build. Its out-of-box...except for the whatever part I added." Dude, it either OOB or it isn't! If the part didn't come with the kit in the box then its not OOB! I can't tell you all how many times I've restrained myself from saying that on Display threads. Sorry...had to say it.😜
  4. Thanks for the embedded compliment in there! But...did you two even read my comment at the beginning of the thread? The over weathering was the literally the only thing I mentioned. I have no problem with criticism but really? 😑
  5. I wouldn't waste too much time getting wrapped up in FS color perfection. When its all said and done you just need the paint to be close enough. After you do highlight, fading, weathering etc., the paint wont even be a close match anyway. It just has to look right...not be right.
  6. I put some tiny easy to lose parts in a small ziplock baggie and then threw the baggie away like a total moron.
  7. Good to know, thanks! I did get in touch with Joanna from the replacement parts link. She replied and told me there are no sprues available at this time. Not sure I'll be able to get what I need. I might have to scratch build this piece.
  8. You have to mix the Tamiya paints to get colors like Light/Dark Ghost Grey.
  9. This is my 1/48 Hobbyboss F-14D. It straight OOB with Fightertown decals. My goal was to make it look super weathered. This particular plane wasn't quite this filthy but I'm happy with how it turned out.
  10. As soon as I set my build down I tell/show the judges where how to pick it up for thais very reason.
  11. Nice vid! I really like how you get straight to the point. I also like the fact that you use text instead of voice...I like being able to pause it and read it. Too many guys post vids where they talk too much and take too long to get to the point.
  12. Hey guys! So the carpet monster ate one of my parts (I think...I actually have no idea where the part went!) Its the HUD cradle from the 1/48 Hobbyboss YF-23, part D15. So I sent an email to Mackey Roebuck at MMD-Squadron to see about getting a replacement sprue. Is this the best option or are any of you aware of something better? I got his info off the the Hobbyboss USA distributors list. Thanks
  13. This. I wouldn't bother with the "metallic" part. You can only see the metallic if you're standing within 5 feet of it.
  14. You definitely should NOT have used Mr Color Thinner to wipe the wash with. You want to use mineral spirits or turpeniod next time for sure.
  15. Just to be clear you are talking about AK Real Color? There is no "AK Acrylic Lacquer" (at least there isn't in the US). I'm not trying to split hairs but mis-labeling paints can make things more confusing. Mr Color thinner works very well with AK Real Color. Id recommend using it.
  16. Great job! I love that kit...I've built two myself!!
  17. I used the Aires set in my Hasegawa F-15C and I think they look fantastic. I'd recommend them simply because I've used them.
  18. I ended up building it as a 1991 bird so its a moot point now. Thanks for the pics and info guys!!
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