[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Getting close to the end with this build, man I build slow...Black base next and then the paint barn. 

[CD48035 & 48036: ANG F-4C/D Phantoms]

3 hours ago, Viperguy said:

Kursada I'd still like to see of decal of NJANG F4D's

Third that motion plus DCANG F-4Ds !!

[GWH 1:48 Mig-29 AS Digital Camouflage]

On 9/4/2020 at 11:58 AM, Night Owl Models said:

The GWH kit was amazing I have been modelling for 20+ years and this company stands out too me on their value, quality, detail and extra details like the engines. 

 

The colors on the engine 

Base- Vallejo 77.724 aluminium 

Shading- Alclad Jet exhaust, burnt carbon, hot metal blue

What color did you paint your cockpit? Ready to begin GWH MIG-29 with Quinta studio decals.  Your Fulcrum came out stunning!

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

On 4/6/2022 at 11:48 AM, habu2 said:

For F-16 WOW is Weight ON Wheels

 

I'll have to dig out my Dash-1 for the exact scheduling but IIRC parked/stopped position of LEF is 2 deg  up 

 

edit see the graphic in this thread:

 

https://www.f-16.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=28990

 

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Thanks gents, good information to know.  I'm going to wrap up the last attachment of parts this weekend and get some paint laid down...now to decide what I want to hang from her. Any suggestions? I know family model B's really didn't stand alert in ADF units tasked with NORAD duties.

[Academy 1/48 F-111F Lakenheath]

On 3/13/2022 at 10:27 AM, BastianD said:

And leaving this bird to dry:

 

That's just sexiness all day and all night...she's going to be stunning... I absolutely love these Ole skool bird's!! Nothing beats those 80s/90s bird's I grew up on!!

[WTTF 1/48 Hasegawa RF-4B for Hasegawa F-4G]

As title says, wanting to trade my RF-4B for a F-4G. 

[My latest Wild Weasel]

Hot damn, you nailed the Euro 1 scheme...I've read some dislike it on the phantom but I absolutely love em in this scheme!  I want to build one now. What paints did you use?

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

8 hours ago, Gwen Phoenix said:

 Oh, slats down; nice! Is this build intended to be an in-flight one, B-ONE?

Always fancied building mine the same, with slats down, but I've never quite liked a wheels-up assembly.

Perhaps it might be done that way (slat/flap down and sitting on her legs) while going some maintenance?

Awesome work! You're slowly taming the beast.

Cheers,

 

Gwen

Thanks Gwen, yes I'm going wheels down but I guess I'll say the pilot was cycling his flight controls lol...figured I'd try some different pose for my build if the option is there.

[Great treat today, not an illusion...it's a IIyushin!!]

Got treated to a rarity this morning ...heard the whine of different engines taxi by and went out to look and lo and behold a PAF IL-78M!!! I was super stoked!! She flew in this morning at BWI-TM, pictures aren't the best, used my phone but what a treat to see this bird in person!! 

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Couple of quick pics. Made some progress, almost ready for paint. Thanks all for the comments. The fit of the kit has been a challenge, main reason I'm building slowly. The intake sub assembly is set off to the side being held with CA and clamps...many gaps in fitting...hence it's not being attached in these photos. Hoping to attach this week coming up and possible paint barn.

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Small update, had some time to sit back down and get some work done. I will say though, this kit is fighting me... many fit woes. Was able to wrestle the IP down after a fight with CA, not perfect but will do for my palate. Weather starting to be nice out, so I'm anxious to finish up and get some paint down. Some perfect putty applied today. To be continued...

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Moving along, hit a bit of a snag, gap between IP and shroud. Think I'll hold here to figure out a solution, thinking attaching IP to shroud. 

[Question about Kinetic F-16 IP fit]

On 2/1/2022 at 7:49 PM, Dave Williams said:

Started some work on the Kinetic F-16MLU and noticed that the IP doesn’t come up high enough to reach the underside of the shroud molded as part of the upper fuselage.  There is a noticeable gap between the top of the HUD up front controller on top of the IP, and underside of the HUD molded on the shroud.  There’s only one way it fits, so I don’t think there’s any interference or I’m assembling it wrong.  I think I could fix it by cutting off the small tabs of tge IP that stick out of the sides, but that seems to be part of the IP shape.  Anyone run into this with the Kinetic 1/48 kits?

Dave Wiiliams, I know what speak of, having same fit issues with my Kinetic F-16B, I think I'm going to remove the IP from pit tub and glue it directly to the shroud, hoping that works

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) My Contribution: 906TFG F-16A]

Your Viper came out great looking Geoff M! Hoping mine will be as good as yours!!

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Quinta set arrived today and I got right to it. Calling for snow this weekend so I plan on some sub assembly at most-no painting unfortunately. 

 

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Waiting on my Quinta F-16B cockpit decal set, I'm really excited to use these. Meantime a little work, clean up then paint. Not feeling the many injection marks.

 

[(2022 F-16 Group Build) 1/48 Kinetic F-16B ADF]

Time to have some fun! This will be a old school F-16B ADF, however I'm not sure yet what markings I want to dress her in of the set I have here. Tonight I will be doing some basic cutting and cleaning up, more to come! Leaning toward a PR ANG bird but the family model 191st bird looks hot too!

[Brigadier General Charles McGee Died aged 102.]

Indeed, the lost of an true and dedicated example of perseverance and a steadfast spirit, despite confronting breakable hatred and unimaginable treatment, all in the name of serving his country.  I would like to build his RF-4C as a tribute. Anyone know of any 1/48 decals for the 16th TRS during the Vietnam conflict? Rest in paradise Sir!

[Group Build Proposal: F-16 Fighting Falcon Furball]

I'm in, gives me a reason to start a build for the new year and with the build being that of my favorite fighter, how can I not be in! Now to decide what to dress her up in🤔  

 

[L/F 1/48 Hasegawa AH-64E]

17 hours ago, arnobiz said:

OK I got a little excited by this project and started working on it so it may come sooner than expected 🙂 The set will cover only the aft part of the engine (the forward part is the same so the excellent kit parts can be used) and will most likely by in two parts: the exhausts themselves on the one hand, the external cover on the other hand to make painting easier.

That's just outstanding customer service! Thank you Sir, I can patiently wait but in the meantime I'll order a AH-64D/E kit to have on hand...oh and some caracal decals too!

[L/F 1/48 Hasegawa AH-64E]

5 hours ago, Falcon053 said:

For sure I'd be interested in you doing them. I was really, really lucky to find a boxing of a Hasegawa E kit, but if you built it, I'd  be ordering.

How much you want for it?

[L/F 1/48 Hasegawa AH-64E]

4 hours ago, arnobiz said:

Yeah, and this one is basically impossible to find 😞 I'd like to do one too, so I'm thinking about making the exhausts myself. Would anyone be interested in an official BAM models release?

Yes sir, Id absolutely be interested in a set of exhausts! As you mentioned finding that boxing of the Echo with upturned exhausts is like finding a unicorn.

[L/F 1/48 Hasegawa AH-64E]

Thanks Dustiepal, I should've been more precise, however I'm looking for the example with the updated sugar scoop exhaust...not sure but from researching I don't think this kit or the Korean version has the updated exhaust.

[L/F 1/48 Hasegawa AH-64E]

Like title says, if anyone has one of these hard to find kits, let me know. Like to keep this CONUS, due to hefty shipping cost.

[L/F 1/48 Revell AH-1W]

As title says, looking for this kit if you have one your willing to part with. I am aware of the Italeri boxing but I am interested in the Revell kit.