Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 (edited) Hello Gents! ..At the prompting (see also nagging) of a fellow ARC'er, I thought I'd show you where I am (or am not :( ) on my 1/16th scale AT-38.. I fully intend to finish this before I retire; however, this thread won't go much past these pictures for a long time.... The aft fuselage is about done. Here is the forward fuselage, wing blanks, and a few vac'd canopy parts To get a sense of the scale, here it is next to my Tamiya 32nd scale Viper..also in progress.. Here's what it should look like in a few years(Suu-20 vs. travel pod)..Mark Carlisle photo: Thanks for looking! Pig Edited January 19, 2010 by Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FrankC Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 If it were the Academy kit - you'd be in trouble.. :lol: That's just amazing. I sure hope you finish it. I don't mind scratchbuilidng "leetle" things - but I can't even begin to understand the dedication,concentration, and modeling skill that something like what you have there (already) would take. That is truely an amazing model Frank Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted January 29, 2007 Author Share Posted January 29, 2007 If it were the Academy kit - you'd be in trouble.. :D That's just amazing. I sure hope you finish it. I don't mind scratchbuilidng "leetle" things - but I can't even begin to understand the dedication,concentration, and modeling skill that something like what you have there (already) would take. That is truely an amazing model ;) Frank Hey Frank! You know..I started this project a few years ago (before I knew any better). The problem with an undertaking like this isn't the work..it's really not hard-just time consuming-the issue is my modeling skills have matured somewhat since I started it-so unless I tear down the whole thing and start over, the front half should look better than the back half :lol: Oh well.. Regards, Pig Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CW4 Erick Swanberg Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 So when are you going to start taking preorders for the resin kit of this :unsure: I would like to place an order. Erick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Youngtiger1 Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 Hey Pig, So your the guy building that 1/16 T-38. That is so cool :) I see these suckers flying all over here at BealeAFB. Although, their not in they cool white scheme with yellow fuselage/tail band but they are still very cool looking Jets. I hope you will finish it soon. I like to see it complete ya hear :wacko: Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
neu Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 What should I say....you're crazy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spaced Marine Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 Yegods! That thing is huge! I applaud your tenacity doing as much as you have! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 That's going to be one big T-38. Nice work so far. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zebra Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 Damnit Pete! You're supposed to be working on the Tamiya F-14 so that I can emulate that build for my new project. My DACO books have just arrived in the mail! That is an ambitious project for any modeller in that scale, I can only begin to imagine the challenges. Looks like you have it well in hand though. I'll be following this build as well as the triple build. Ben Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted November 17, 2008 Author Share Posted November 17, 2008 (edited) Dudes- Haven't visited this thread for a while...I'm surprised the images are still here! After passing out upon seeing Timmy's incredible OV-10; I got a blast of inspiration to work on this again. This really is the model I want to finish more than any other (The release of the Tamiya Vipers got in my way, however!) So, once the block 60 Viper is D-O-N-E, I'm clearing the bench and just finishing it. I bet it'll take at least a year. Whatcha' think? Regards, Pig Edited December 19, 2009 by Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Emvar Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 Dudes-Haven't visited this thread for a while...I'm surprised the images are still here! After passing out upon seeing Timmy's incredible OV-10; I got a blast of inspiration to work on this again. This really is the model I want to finish more than any other (The release of the Tamiya Vipers got in my way, however!) So, once the Polish Viper is D-O-N-E, I'm leaning toward clearing the bench and just finishing it. I bet it'll take at least a year. Whatcha' think? yes or no? Do it or set it aside and model from the stash? Regards, Pig Yes!!!!! Do IT!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Skyking Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 ....my modeling skills have matured somewhat since I started it-so unless I tear down the whole thing and start over, the front half should look better than the back half... Ummm yeah right Pete. I saw this several years ago when you still lived here in Rochester. Your skills were pretty darn good then too. There's nothing "wrong" with that aft section, and it'll look just as good as the schnoz. Go ahead. I dare you to finish it. You know you want to... Cheers Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dragan_mig31 Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 i think you should finish this one.it is so big and unique so you MUST finish it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted November 17, 2008 Author Share Posted November 17, 2008 (edited) Go ahead. I dare you to finish it. You know you want to...Cheers Mike Do you Double-Dog dare me!? Cheers Pig Edited November 17, 2008 by Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Skyking Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 Do you Double-Dog dare me!? Double Dog dare you AND make you pinky-swear. (learned that one from Maggie's 14 year old) Seriously Pete. As first rate as your kit builds are, I think this is THE build that would be your modeling benchmark for a long time to come... or until you scratchbuild a 16th scale Viper. I say Go For It. Cheers Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chukw Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 Triple-dog dare ya! That's pretty dang impressive Pete- what in the world possessed you to go jumping off this cliff? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted November 17, 2008 Author Share Posted November 17, 2008 (edited) Triple-dog dare ya! That's pretty dang impressive Pete- what in the world possessed you to go jumping off this cliff? Oh, I dunno- I flew this thing; and my wife flew the T-38 as an IP...so we've got a lot of history with this jet. I think it's one of the best looking jets ever. All that and I'm an idiot.. Cheers! Pig P.S. Would you believe this project started almost 20 years ago!? That's when I had the drawings scaled-up, and then I sat on them for another 10 years, until I grew a pair big enough to even attempt it. I started cutting plastic back in 1998, I think- Time to get 'er done! Edited November 17, 2008 by Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CW4 Erick Swanberg Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 Dude this would look so awesome in the Thunderbirds scheme, with the Bicentennial star on the tail!! I agree I love this jet something about it being so sleek is looks like its flying even on the ground, Oh I tripple-dog dare you, Erick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChernayaAkula Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 <...>All that and I'm an idiot.. <...> "Actually, according to the classical Greek definition an idiot isn't some one who's stupid. It's somebody who just sits around and does nothing!" :blink: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JMan Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 Well Idiot or not I bet this is going to be one sharp looking aircraft, keep us posted! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
illithid00 Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 DO IT! This will be even more incredible than your already-awesome Vipers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted December 19, 2009 Author Share Posted December 19, 2009 Hey Guys, I'm ramping up to start working on this again. When the block 60 is done, this is next, and I'll work until it's done. Lucky for me, I've gotten to know Timmy! I'm sure you all remember his incredible scratch built OV-10. I asked him for help with the cockpit artwork,placards, and markings and he jumped right in and blew me away! Here is a look at his handiwork: Insignia instrument panel construction instrument panel The artwork will be used to make decals for each individual switch panel, instrument, etc..Timmy is leading me by the nose on the process, and every time I speak with him I get a little smarter. I am so psyched to be back on track with this, and I couldn't do it without the outstanding help, advice, tutoring, and mentoring from Timmy- Look for more very soon- Regards, Pig Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eastern Posted December 19, 2009 Share Posted December 19, 2009 Wow Pete! That is a real monster! I think it's a nice scale for detailing but such monsters need a great deal of space to be displayed, unless they are hanged on the ceiling. :blink: Good luck with your mammoth project! Alexander. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Skyking Posted December 20, 2009 Share Posted December 20, 2009 Finally! Glad to hear this Pete. I've been hoping you'd restart this ever since I saw what you had done on this when you still lived here in Rochester 4 years ago. This will be without a doubt, THE thread to watch in the coming months. I am marking it as a favorite right now. Cheers Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete "Pig" Fleischmann Posted December 20, 2009 Author Share Posted December 20, 2009 Finally! Glad to hear this Pete. I've been hoping you'd restart this ever since I saw what you had done on this when you still lived here in Rochester 4 years ago. This will be without a doubt, THE thread to watch in the coming months. I am marking it as a favorite right now.Cheers Mike Well, better late than never! I think you've already got the thread that everyone is watching-Love the Ford!! regards. Pig Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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