Gambler Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 (edited) Hi all, EDIT:A change of direction for this build, the original scheme has been dropped and it will now be done in an NSAWC F-16B scheme. I had actually started this model before i had purchased my Super Hornet, but once i had the SH in my hands with Twobobs Decals, i couldn't resist building it straight away, so this one sat in the cupboard for a while until just recently. I've finally got a few things done on this one and have gotten off my lazy backside, and taken a few in-progress pics. :wacko: First off, the cockpit.Since this build will be with Canopy closed i didn't go overboard on the cockpit.I just used the kit pit, but replaced the seats with Avionix one's, as the kit one's are horrible.I also modified the rear IP to represent the Block 15 one, as the kit one is for a Block 10 going by HABU's site. Intake. Here is the Aires Nozzle Ring attached and blended into the kit, which was a bit of a headache as the Aires part was quiet a bit smaller than the kit part. This pic shows the Aires Nozzle Ring fitted, plus the Cutting Edge Resin Parabrake which i grafted onto the kit fin as the CE one was just too warped. Aires Resin P&W Nozzle.I still have to put the red "NO PUSH" decals on then flat coat the shiny bits. Thats it for now,thanks for looking, Cheers, Jeff. Edited September 14, 2008 by Gambler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Looking very good. Especially your intake. Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Rock Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 WOW,great job on that Aires exhaust.Cockpit is very nice as well.Will keep an eye on this build,one doesn't see too many Venezuelan Vipers built up. Cheers,Miro. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sv51macross Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Looking very good so far. :) Will this have the anniversary tail-art? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geedubelyer Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Great start Jeff, the cockpit looks neat and tidy. Those Aires nozzles are splendid. You've really made the detail pop! I'll watch out for more updates soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
speedlimit Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Love your build Jeff specially that cockpit. The nozzles are splendid as well! Eric Quote Link to post Share on other sites
herr66 Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Excelent job! Especially ACES II. seats and nozzles! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Tavendale Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Nice one Jeff! The PW can looks sensational! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChernayaAkula Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 (edited) Nice work so far! Cool choice of subject! Edited August 3, 2008 by ChernayaAkula Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewPerren Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Jeff that's a cracker. Keep em coming. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tomcat Tweeker Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Great work there Jeff!! Love that Nozzle! Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
latormentabritanica Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 First off, awesome looking build, especially the burner cans. Secondly, which Aztec Models decal sheet are you using? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Very Nice ! Gregg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gambler Posted August 3, 2008 Author Share Posted August 3, 2008 (edited) Edited September 14, 2008 by Gambler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aggressor Supporter Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 Interesting to see a Venezuelan Viper. Looking forward to seeing more and that exhaust nozzle looks great! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Walker Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 Wow, nice pit and nozzle. Don't forget the seat rails, though..... looking forward to more. Cheers, M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gambler Posted August 5, 2008 Author Share Posted August 5, 2008 (edited) Wow, nice pit and nozzle.Don't forget the seat rails, though..... looking forward to more. Cheers, M Aaarrrhhhh, i didn't even notice the Avionix seats didn't have the rails!.....i just assumed they were complete :) Oh well, the canopy's glued on now, so unless i have a change of heart thats how they'll have to stay. :D .........with tinted canopy closed you can't see too much in there anyway, thats why i didn't use an AM pit.Just goes to show though that you should double check everything!.........Thanks Matt. :wub: Cheers, Jeff. Edited August 5, 2008 by Gambler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gambler Posted August 5, 2008 Author Share Posted August 5, 2008 Interesting to see a Venezuelan Viper. Looking forward to seeing more and that exhaust nozzle looks great! Thanks Raptor. :wub: Cheers, Jeff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gambler Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 (edited) Ok, onto the Wheel Wells and Landing Gear. Like the exhaust ring, the Aires main wheel well was a bit small, so i added a piece of plastic strip to one end of it to fill in the gap lengthways and filled in the gaps on the sides with Magi Sculpt putty, (which i have not added yet when this pic was taken.) The Main Well painted up.(I wish Aires would include Decals or Placards with their sets). Nose Gear Well. Landing Gear parts ready for installation.(The main wheels aren't the correct pattern for this Jet, but i couldn't find anyone that did the correct ones, so these will have to suffice). Thanks for looking, Jeff. Edited August 8, 2008 by Gambler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewPerren Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Hey Jeff your pushing along now. Boy am I glad that I wasn't the only one who found the aires main bay too small, nice save though. I love the look of twin tub canopy closed. What are you going to hang off her? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack-Swiss Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 That is some top notch work!!!!! gambler your work here and on previous threads never cease to amaze me! I like (apart from the detail etc) the neat way you do your job...the painting is absolutely superb!!!!! :D Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Tavendale Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Looking real good mate! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gambler Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 (edited) Andrew, Jack and John, thanks fellas, your too kind. :D Thanks again guys, Jeff. Edited September 14, 2008 by Gambler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
a4s4eva Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Great work. looking forward to seeing more Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RedCrown Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Awesome work Jeff.I also like the looks of the Aussie F-18 that you include with your posts.Do you have more pics of that one as well? Rick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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