Fly-n-hi
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So after the Klear Kote cured did it stand up to a wash?
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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.😜
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On 5/17/2021 at 2:14 PM, scapilot said:
Just an informative opinion here...101 was a land based training squadron. Their time out to sea was limited to two, maybe three days tops for CQ dets. Hence, these birds would never see this much wear and tear unless everyone in the line shack just up and quit. Not meaning to sound as a negative critique, it just wouldn't match this particular paint scheme.
On 6/3/2021 at 8:12 AM, A-10 LOADER said:Exactly bud, plus this jet was a show/demo jet and never ever was this weathered. Very nice job on the weathering and maybe you should have picked different markings to go with the heavy weathering.
Steve
"TOMCATS FOREVER, BABY...!"
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? 😑
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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.
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I put some tiny easy to lose parts in a small ziplock baggie and then threw the baggie away like a total moron.
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On 11/5/2020 at 10:45 PM, Tapchan said:
Looks great sir 🙂
On 11/7/2020 at 12:40 PM, Thadeus said:Lovelly paintjob. Probably did not get that dirty in real life, but still, amazing weathering. Must have taken a lot of time to finish it. Great job.
On 11/8/2020 at 1:29 PM, Drake64 said:beautiful work
Roberto
Gentlemen, Thank you!!
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19 hours ago, Flynn_lives said:
I cracked a F/A-18D canopy during polishing and contacted HobbyBoss. Yeah it took a week to get a response, but all they needed was the kit# and the part ID. I think I paid $10 for two of those sprues(extra one just in case it happened again).
A month later they arrived from China.
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.
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On 10/4/2020 at 9:03 AM, GreyGhost said:
Very nice Tomcat !
-Gregg
Thank you, sir!
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You have to mix the Tamiya paints to get colors like Light/Dark Ghost Grey.
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On 9/23/2020 at 7:49 PM, caudleryan said:
Incredible build! I love the weathering!
Thank you! I appreciate that!
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Fantastic work!!
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That is totally cool!
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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.
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On 9/13/2020 at 3:53 PM, southwestforests said:
At 10:05 that connects with where that unless it is a game miniature I'm always afraid to pick up someone else's model; I didn't build it and don't know where its strong and weak points are. A lot of that goes as far back as late 1970s when a friend okayed me picking up his Tamiya Panzer 2 and even though I was a more prolific tank builder at the time, in picking up Tripp's tank I managed to break off 2 of the return rollers. 😞 Yes, that still bugs me all these decades later!
As soon as I set my build down I tell/show the judges where how to pick it up for thais very reason.
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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.
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2 hours ago, Curt B said:
Honestly, I have not had to avail myself of HobbyBoss customer service, so I am only going to comment based on what I would do. When I navigated to the HobbyBoss website, I found a "Spare Part Service" button, which, when clicked, takes you to a link to a 'joanna@trumpeter-china.com'. Presumably, HobbyBoss is owned by Trumpeter? I would try that route, provide the kit, sprue and part numbers, and see what they say. It's my experience that the various manufacturers have a HUGE range of levels of service. My experience with Tamiya Customer Service, for instance, has been fantastic, and put me in touch with a US local person, who has provided spare parts in a really fabulous manner, usually as quickly as possible. I also recall having good experience with other manufacturers, just don't recall having deal with HobbyBoss. I'd try the address I mentioned, if it were me.
Good to know! Thanks!
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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
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On 7/18/2020 at 10:21 PM, Vidar_710 said:
Its called Mica. And in 1/144 scale? I wouldn't bother with the pearled finish - it would be out of scale. Mica is just a tad darker than Boeing Grey.
Tracy
This. I wouldn't bother with the "metallic" part. You can only see the metallic if you're standing within 5 feet of it.
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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.
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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.
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Great job! I love that kit...I've built two myself!!
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Well done! Colors look spot on!
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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.
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I ended up building it as a 1991 bird so its a moot point now. Thanks for the pics and info guys!!
Hobby Boss F-14
in General Discussion
Posted · Edited by Fly-n-hi
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.