dnl42 Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 (edited) Who's interested in a Grumman group build? I have strong interest in the aircraft from when I worked there from 84-89. I was an engineer in Bethpage, and did some analyses of the EA6, F14, and E2C. I have very fond memories of working there and met some outstanding people--including my wife :)/>/>/> We have a truly amzing selection of kits, PE, resin, and decals. Widely available kits include F4Fs, F6Fs, and F14s, in all of their many forms. Among the many others are the F9F, A6, EA6, E2C, C2, TBF, the about-to-be-released HU-16, and OV-1. There are even some rare ones, like the Duck, Widgeon, F5F, and X-29. Not sure there's an AgCat though... Scales range from 1/32 to 1/144. We even have some simple kits for kids. We could leave it open to anything, including the LEM. Or, we could limit it to just military aircraft or perhaps a specific era. Personally, I'm leaning to anything that was built and identified as Grumman. Let us know in the comments. Since I have zero experience moderating a group build, I would hope somebody that does have experience will moderate too. Edited February 5, 2013 by David N Lombard Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moose135 Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I'd be in! As a Long Island native, I've always had a soft spot for the Iron Works. I'd go along with anything Grumman - aircraft, space craft, passenger buses, you name it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wizard_rkt Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Yeh! Let's do it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
xavi84 Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Boy Howdy! Where do I sign up?!?! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
janman Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Sounds like a great idea! I too am a fan of the products of this Long Island based company. I also think the LEM should be included in this GB. Such an important craft! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drifterdon Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 (edited) I like this idea. And I say don't limit to just milair. I remember as a kid at Boy Scout summer camp paddling around the lake in a Grumman canoe. Heck, I'm in! Don :salute:/> http://honestoutdoor...grumman-canoes/ Edited February 2, 2013 by Drifterdon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Think this one is a good idea. Tons of airframes (and postal trucks) could be done for this one. Suggest you make a "poll" to see how many people might joing up. Gives the GB mods an idea of if the idea is a winner or not. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Devilleader501 Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Im in I have an Intruder I need to get hoppin on. Only thing done to it is sanded the Fuse down. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hornet97 Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I`m in got some Cats, intruders, prowlers,hawkeyes,and greyhound to build make it a year long build. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wh1skea Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I'm in. If this gets approved, it will make my second upcoming Intruder build. Right next to the on I want to do for the What-If Group Build. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
martin_sam_2000 Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I'm in. I have more than a few grumman aircraft sitting in the stash needing a reason to be built!! Sean Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Litvyak Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 This'd give me an excuse to build the Tracker in my stash! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlicari Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I have a big lineup of F4F Wildcats to do! I'm in!!! Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Yuri61 Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I think this is a great idea! How long would the GB go for? I thinking 32 scale A-6 Intruder! Wait until you see it, it's a really nice kit. Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K2Pete Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Include the Lunar Module fer sher ... and I'm in! Geez, Aircraft, Spacecraft and automotive vehicles? What DIDN'T these guys build? I'm already curious to see all these Grumman products replicated here! Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted February 3, 2013 Author Share Posted February 3, 2013 This is outstanding! Keep those votes coming! Looks like there's an overwhelming tide for anything Grumman! From the LEM, (when I was there, many of the old timers would wax poetic about "the LEM days") to the canoe. Trucks included the Grumman Olsen vans, a common regional sight, the Postal truck, and fire trucks. There were also civil aircraft, including the Gulfstream line of corporate aircraft, Grumman American light aircraft, Ag-cats, and the "Gulfhawk II" variant of the F3F. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Neo Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Sound fun btw what is LEM ?? @David here are some goo links for Group builds Here there are 2 links in that post that make good reading ! Cheers Neo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted February 3, 2013 Author Share Posted February 3, 2013 LEM is the Lunar Excursion Module Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 This GB idea is getting some fast action, and SO many things which are buildable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted February 3, 2013 Author Share Posted February 3, 2013 (edited) Time to start the template. Name: Grumman Iron Works GB Dates: July 13 - Dec '13 Mods: David Lombard (me), and others yet to volunteer Link to planning thread Description: A celebration of all things Grumman. Aircraft, spacecraft, trucks, and boats. Must have been built, at least as a prototype, and must have carried the Grumman name (Northrup-Grumman and Flxible Bus are off-topic). The start date is a guess, so far only 2 are listed starting in July v. 3 in March. I also showed the standard 6 month duration, but personally, I'd prefer a little longer, like 9 months. I really want to focus on Grumman v. the current Northrup-Grumman. The Wikipedia entry is mostly complete (they don't list the Gulfhawk II explicitly, but it is listed under the F3F entry). Having written that, I do have my reservations about Flxible Bus. Hey, I just saw the the Grumman/Piccard PX-15 Ben Franklin submersible for the first time--that would be cool! How say you, the participants in this party?! Edited to exclude Northrup-Grumman and Flxible Edited February 4, 2013 by David N Lombard Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aaronw Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Personally I'd end it in 1994 when Northrop bought Grumman. That is similar to the way the Boeing GB handled it although the situations are reversed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Litvyak Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I'd agree with the idea of limiting it to before the acquisition by Northrop. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
xavi84 Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Hey David, if you haven't found anyone to help moderate this GB yet I'd like to volunteer. Send me a pm at your ealiest convenience. Xavi Quote Link to post Share on other sites
janman Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Personally I'd end it in 1994 when Northrop bought Grumman. That is similar to the way the Boeing GB handled it although the situations are reversed. That's the way I would do it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alex.B Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Personally I'd end it in 1994 when Northrop bought Grumman. That is similar to the way the Boeing GB handled it although the situations are reversed. That's the way I would do it. Mee too! Sounds interesting.. maybe I'll be in with an Intruder! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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