Rodney Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 This was a group build that I've been waiting for after the idea was first floated. I did force myself to complete my F/A-18C before starting this one though. After much debate about whether to build the 1/48 or 1/72, I settled on the 1/72. I actually started working on this kit last Wednesday. The build has been so enjoyable that I've failed to take the time to post pictures. This is the Tamiya 1/72 P-47D Bubbletop. I plan to use Super Scale decals for Fat Cat. Here is the traditional box shot: Thanks, Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 6, 2010 Author Share Posted February 6, 2010 Originally, I planned to finish the kit with the canopy closed but the cockpit really is nice in this kit. This work was accomplished last weekend. Here are pics of the finished cockpit: Last night, I got the first cote of Alclad on the kit and hope to get some more painting done today. Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewS Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 Excellent start, Rodney. Your cockpit is outstanding and it bodes well for the rest of the build. Hope the painting went well. Cheers, Andrew. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 7, 2010 Author Share Posted February 7, 2010 Had a very good day in the hobby room. Primed with Mr. Surfacer 1200 yesterday, fixed issues, and lightly sanded it. Used Alclad Aluminumn for the metal finish and Alclad White Aluminumn for some of the panels (though it is hard to tell in person much less on camera). I used Mr. Color laquers for the olive drab and red. The olive drab was post shaded but is hard to see in the pictures. I'll try to take better pictures when finished. For the most part, I have to work on the landing gear and canopy. Then, onto the decaling process. Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 7, 2010 Author Share Posted February 7, 2010 Excellent start, Rodney.Your cockpit is outstanding and it bodes well for the rest of the build. Hope the painting went well. Cheers, Andrew. Thanks Andrew. It has been a good day. Time for dinner and a movie now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wingman47 Posted February 7, 2010 Share Posted February 7, 2010 Paint job looks great. Ben Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rocat Posted February 7, 2010 Share Posted February 7, 2010 nice build and paintjob. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 15, 2010 Author Share Posted February 15, 2010 After a week of minimum hobby time, I got some good hours in yesterday and today. I'm calling this one done and putting it in the display case. The Tamiya kit a joy to build and a great stress reliever from work. Ok, onto the pictures: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 15, 2010 Author Share Posted February 15, 2010 (edited) A few more... A great theme for a Group Build. Depending on how my next build goes for a differend Group Build, I may try to get another Thunderbolt done. Thanks, Rodney Edited February 15, 2010 by Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewS Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Great result, Rodney. That's a fine finish you've achieved and in markings I've not seen before. Thanks for the pics. Andrew. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Isaac Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Wow thats a fantastic finish! Doesn't look like 1/72. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ham Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Nice work! I agree the Tamiya P-47s are a joy to build. If only all kits went together like this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wingman47 Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 Nice job 'Rodney' Tamiya jugs are great kits and Fat Cat is a cool scheme. Ben Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 Thanks for the kind words guys. After building this one, I really like the lines of the bubbletop. I may try to build a 1/48 before the end of the group build. I'm enjoying all of your builds as well. Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 Nice job 'Rodney' Tamiya jugs are great kits and Fat Cat is a cool scheme.Ben Thanks Ben. I really like the red trim. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tempestwulf Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Originally, I planned to finish the kit with the canopy closed but the cockpit really is nice in this kit. This work was accomplished last weekend. Here are pics of the finished cockpit: Last night, I got the first cote of Alclad on the kit and hope to get some more painting done today. Rodney RIGHT...that's it, I'm buying bloody tamiya P-47's if or when I ever buy more. That cockpit is gorgeous. The Revell kits are nice but they're showing their molding age (flash) and the Tamiya is just coming to the fore. Take the F4U series, gawd awfully detailed. Just have to pay more is all but that's a small formality. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 25, 2010 Author Share Posted February 25, 2010 RIGHT...that's it, I'm buying bloody tamiya P-47's if or when I ever buy more. That cockpit is gorgeous. The Revell kits are nice but they're showing their molding age (flash) and the Tamiya is just coming to the fore. Take the F4U series, gawd awfully detailed. Just have to pay more is all but that's a small formality. It is a great little kit and a joy to build! You won't regret it. Rodney Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ALF18 Posted February 25, 2010 Share Posted February 25, 2010 Fantastic work! Hard to believe it is in 1/72. The cockpit is amazing, and the paint job is superb. ALF Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodney Posted February 26, 2010 Author Share Posted February 26, 2010 Fantastic work! Hard to believe it is in 1/72. The cockpit is amazing, and the paint job is superb.ALF Thanks Alf. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jose miguel Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 I agree, that´s is fantastic!!!!!!!!!!! Great work, congratulations José Miguel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tempestwulf Posted March 18, 2010 Share Posted March 18, 2010 I got my hands on two Razorback's and a Bubbletop for $92 incl. postage. Overkill? I think not considering I also purchased a set of decals off Hannants.co.uk also (along with Mig-21 & P-40 decals) at the same time. I'm thinking of completing another P-47 before this group build is over too and the Tamiya Razorback should be perfect. Great work on the Fat Cat Rodney, agree with all saying this is an awesome group build idea. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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