chuck540z3 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 (edited) For your perusal is my latest effort after approximately 9 months of work, the 1/32 Tamiya kit for the P-51D Mustang. I threw everything I could for after-market stuff at this build, including the following: 1) Web Garden seatbelts + wood floor + dinghy, #132071. These appear to be the best seat belts out there made of microfiber fabric. 2) BarracudaCast Cockpit Sidewalls, # BR32012 3) BarracudaCast Instrument Panel, # BR32013 4) BarracudaCast Cockpit Upgrade, # BR32014 5) BarracudaCast Paper Droptanks, # BR32016 6) Barracudacast Mustang Diamond Tread Tires, # BR32029 7) Eduard BIG ED photo-etch brass kit, including: - Exterior, # 32302 - Engine, # 32307 - Interior- Early, # 32712 - Gun Bay- Early, # 32732 - Masking Set, # JX136 8) Aires Browning M2 .50 cal. Electric Wing Mounted Guns, # ARS 2012 9) LOTS of scratch-built bits here and there as well as full wiring and plumbing in the gear bays, cockpit and engine. For decals, I used Zotz decals (ZTZ32/042) for P-51D-10-NA, 44-14570, flown by Capt. Ted E Lines, of the 335th FS 4th Fighter Group. I also used a complete decal sheet of stencils from Fundekals (highly recommended) and BarracudaCals cockpit stencils and placards (also highly recommended). I chose this Mustang partly for the cool nose art but also because it was very dirty, which I love to try and replicate in my builds for those who have followed them before. For reference material, I used the following: 1) How to build Tamiya's 1:32 P-51D Mustang by Brett Green (highly recommended) 2) North American P-51 Mustang- Owners workshop Manual (Haynes) 3) P-51 Mustang by Michael O'Leary 4) North American P-51D Mustang by Robert Peczkowski (highly recommended) I have a LONG WIP thread here for those who might want to see all the gory details of this build- both good and bad- so check further in the thread to make sure I got it right the first time, which wasn't all the time! Special thanks to those who helped immensely along the way, especially Jari (Finn) and Christian (Tourist) who kept me relatively on track as I stumbled along. Thanks guys, I really appreciate it! The wings were puttied both top and bottom as they were from the factory, but I let some of the rivet and panel line detail show through to replicate wear and tear. It came out a bit stronger than I had planned, but oh well! Build thread is here: P-51D Build Thread So here's the pics in no real particular order.... Edited March 16, 2013 by chuck540z3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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chuck540z3 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Share Posted March 11, 2013 (edited) A few more... Now two pics with old friends, the 1/32 Academy CF-18B... and the last build I made, the 1/32 Tamiya F-4E... Edited March 16, 2013 by chuck540z3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eastern Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Hi Chuck, This one turned out to be an absolute stunner. Gorgeous build! I followed your in-progress thread being astounded with what I've seen. Your meticulous approach and keen attention to the details is commendable. Your craftsmanship is top notch. And I can say that each your build kicks your bar higher and higher. Very nice metal finish. It looks as if it's real metal. Very deft painwork and weathering. I would say the model is a real but scaled down thing. Congrats! Your Mustang is a real masterpiece! Cheers and happy modeling! Alexander Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Molardoc Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Hi Chuck, An absolutely fantastic build with the final photos being pure inspiration! Your build threads are a journey to be enjoyed from start to finish, both in terms of learning about the subject and your innovative modelling tips and techniques. Thank you for sharing your passion. Molardoc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brewer Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Spectacular build, Chuck! I thoroughly enjoyed ever step of the WIP! Can't wait for your next project, kicked up a notch! :P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Niels Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Incredible ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geedubelyer Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 (edited) Brilliant! Edited March 11, 2013 by geedubelyer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jinxter13 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 (edited) :jaw-dropping: Need I say more B) Edited March 11, 2013 by #1 Greywolf Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crazy Snap Captain Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Top notch! Congratulations on a fantastic build! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nimrod77 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Very nice Chuck! Beautiful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Neo Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Incredible work as usual! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cap'n Chaos Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Pretty damn nice dude! One to really be proud of! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Emvar Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Very Nice Chuck!! Emil Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coneheadff Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Awesome Chuck!!! Thanks for all the time you took to make such a great WIP again! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnS Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 :thumbsup: I like the shots with the CF-18 & the F-4. Nice size comparisons. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
balls47 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Hey Chuck, Does the word "WOW" mean anything to you?!?! Maybe AMAZING?!?! Builds like this and the F-86 that ANZO posted (yesterday?) are in a class by themselves. Your P-51 next to a couple of your "kerosene hogs" makes for a nice "Heritage Flight." Sadly to say, those may be winding down due to the garbage that is sifting out of Washington, D.C. I'm sorry, but I just had to get that in there. Again, great job, as usual. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Daddy Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Fantastic finished product and a great build thread!! Thanks Chuck! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 PHENOMENAL ...... ' Nuff said. Photographs are EXQUISITE. :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :worship: :worship: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuck540z3 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Share Posted March 11, 2013 Thank you everyone for your kind comments. Like most kits, this one fought me a few times, but I don't think there's another aircraft kit on the market at any scale that's as high in quality and overall accuracy. I'll build another one one day, but next time it'll be a "restored" P-51D in very shiny polished aluminum. That would be cool. I like the shots with the CF-18 & the F-4. Nice size comparisons. Me too! Since I had my photo stuff all set up, I thought I'd throw a couple of the old builds in there to see what the differences were for size. When I picked up the F-4E I quickly realized what a huge pig it really is. No wonder you guys all do 1/48! As mentioned by balls47, this does remind you of the Heritage Flight which I've seen many, many times. The jet aircraft may change, but there's always a Mustang to lead the way. Pretty sad that it's over- for at least a while anyway. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichB63 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Hi Chuck, Congratulations on the 'stang! The finished model is beautiful...and your detailed construction log so helpful and informative. Indeed, your contibutions have "kicked up a notch" the overall value of this forum. Bravo! Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Bravo sir, Bravo!!! I'd love to gaze into your display case in-person some day... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loftycomfort Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Chuck, This is simply OUTSTANDING! Everything is top notched, as always, from you. Soooo, what's next on your build list? Terry Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oortiz10 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Great stuff Chuck! I like the way you did the distressed and weathered aluminum. I may have to try that on a future NMF. Keep up the amazing work! -O Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tourist Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 As mentioned in the progress thread; it's a beauty! Your photography is also very good but I have one gripe, I think you should pick a dark grey background, the whole thing would look even better. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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