IAGeezer Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 1 is good, 2 or 3 even better! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Check Six Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 What kind of loadout do you have in mind? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IAGeezer Posted February 4, 2016 Author Share Posted February 4, 2016 FB-111. The A-10 tanks are the best/closest in size and shape for the 'Vark. I just got the OzMods resin tanks, and they are the exact same length as the Academy tanks, 19mm shorter than the A-10 tanks. So, ya got any tanks?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Check Six Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 FB-111. The A-10 tanks are the best/closest in size and shape for the 'Vark. I just got the OzMods resin tanks, and they are the exact same length as the Academy tanks, 19mm shorter than the A-10 tanks. So, ya got any tanks?? You, young man, have exquisite taste . One thing that puzzles me is that, according to OzMods, FB-111s have different fuel tanks than other 'Vark variants. I haven't confirmed it yet but I get the feeling that the SAC 'Vark tanks are shorter than the other 'Vark variant tanks. Is your OzMods fuel tanks for a SAC 'Vark or the other 'Varks? Do you think they are inaccurate? Being a big 'Vark fan I have in my stash about a dozen 1/48 'Vark kits, mostly Hobby Boss. To answer your question: I've acquired about a dozen Revellogram A-10 fuel tanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IAGeezer Posted February 4, 2016 Author Share Posted February 4, 2016 OzMods catalog lists; OZCONV4803 - F-111 Wing Tanks - $15.40(Which I bought off ebay)(Insert facepalm emoji here) THEN - OzMods-Scaledown SDA48010 - F-111A,C,D,E,F long range fuel tanks - $23.10 SDA48011 - F-111G/FB-111A long range fuel tanks - $23.10 They do not mention whether one is longer than the other. The Academy & OzMods tanks - 132mm long, 14mm diameter The A-10 tanks are - 151mm long, 15mm diameter, as measured on my trusty Hobbico mat. Does the HobbyBoss kit have tanks included, and if so, what are the dimensions? Just curious there... I've looked through the books by Don Logan, Jay Miller(Aero), Tony Thornborough(Osprey), Big Bombers(Bob Dorr) Wings June 79, Apr 92, and Airpower Sept 88. No mention of differences in tanks. No mention on Mr. Vark's F-111.net that I can find. On Z5, the F-111 sticky has some great stuff from him, and also shows the Scaledown tank as slightly longer than the A-10 tank. IT SURE IS NICE TO NOT GET OBSESSIVE ABOUT THIS STUFF!!!!! So-wanna sell off a couple of tanks? I'll even trade a couple of Ozmods tanks(Hee hee). Low mileage! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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IAGeezer Posted February 25, 2016 Author Share Posted February 25, 2016 Bump. Anybody? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
louie Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 let me see how many kits i have when i get home tonight. i think i have2 kits. they are yours either way. cheers bob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IAGeezer Posted February 26, 2016 Author Share Posted February 26, 2016 (edited) Outstanding Bob! PM me regards price, shipping etc... -Scott Edited February 26, 2016 by IAGeezer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Uncool Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 FB-111. The A-10 tanks are the best/closest in size and shape for the 'Vark. I just got the OzMods resin tanks, and they are the exact same length as the Academy tanks, 19mm shorter than the A-10 tanks. The Academy & OzMods tanks - 132mm long, 14mm diameter The A-10 tanks are - 151mm long, 15mm diameter, as measured on my trusty Hobbico mat. :wacko: Genuinely puzzled now... Are the Revellogram A-10 tanks longer than the Scaledown tanks for the FB-111G/FB-111A long range fuel tanks? :blink: Thought they were the same size... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IAGeezer Posted February 28, 2016 Author Share Posted February 28, 2016 Hi Unc- See post #5 in this thread. The Barney version is this; Ozmods tanks = Academy copy. OzMods/Scaledown tanks - longer than the Mono/Revell tanks, and (seem) to have a better shape. I'm no expert, but I have slept at Holiday Inn! Jim Rotramel(Mr Vark)has posted on Z5 here: link I would defer to his wisdom, experience, and, erm - Pictures!! -Scott Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Uncool Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 I would defer to his wisdom, experience, and, erm - Pictures!! Hi Scott, Indeed! Mr Rotramel is to the Varks as Mr Duffey is to the Flankers. Thanks for 'em clarification, tho. Incidentally; have ya gotten yer Hog jugs? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IAGeezer Posted February 28, 2016 Author Share Posted February 28, 2016 Hi Unc- You said Hog jugs......heh heh... I have a line on 1 Monovell and possible 2 HB, I asked about dimensions on the HB tanks and am awaiting a reply. Thanks for asking! Scott Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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