Dutch Posted June 8, 2018 Share Posted June 8, 2018 Does anyone know if aftermarket decals are available for the Hobbycraft 1/144 B-36 peacemaker? I have the B-36D kit (HC1272) and it looks pretty generic. AFAIK, the B-36D/F/H/J were "almost" externally identical, so the only variation would be in markings. Though I would love to do a B-36D of the 42nd BW(H) from Loring AFB, ME, I may want to model a more colorful B-36J of the 95th BW(H) from Biggs AFB, TX. Just curious. This kit will test my natural metal finish skills. R/ Dutch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Slartibartfast Posted June 8, 2018 Share Posted June 8, 2018 Maybe Jimmy Stewart's aircraft from Strategic Air Command? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted June 8, 2018 Author Share Posted June 8, 2018 Yes, indeed! Maybe even that one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gator52 Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 I've never seen any aftermarket B-36 decals in 1/144, but would buy if produced. Jonah Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kingoalie Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 I thought Warbird Decals made a sheet but it looks like that was 1/72nd. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted June 9, 2018 Author Share Posted June 9, 2018 Microscale, Scale-Master, and Warbirds all did two or three sheets in 1/72 scale. By 1955-56, most B-36's were pretty generic looking: SAC bands with wing badges and possibly color highlights on nose wheel doors, jet pods, and tip of tail. Possibly prop spinners as well. The different shades for magnesium and polished aluminum will test my skills enough. Hmm. I could do a whiffie in SIOP scheme with AGM-28 Hound Dogs! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drifterdon Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 Hey Dutch, I got a pretty comprehensive sheet in 1/144 several years ago but I don't recall who it was from. Seems like it was a private fella making and selling them on his own. I know I don't have his email any more but I'll check the sheet and see if I can figure out who made it. It did not come with instructions but the subjects on the sheet were on the interweb so it wasn't difficult to find out what markings went with what plane. Don Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zerosystem Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 a 1/144 sheet would be nice... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I just know which direction this thread is going to - LOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drifterdon Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 7 hours ago, KursadA said: I just know which direction this thread is going to - LOL Well Kursad, you are about the only one that listens to us 1/144 builders and actually follows through with gorgeous sheets. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 So which one of you is lending me the kit? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zerosystem Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I can if nobody closer to you steps up. I've got the RB-36 kit which has all of the parts for the other versions (except the FICON variant). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gator52 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I’ve got the FICON version if you prefer. Jonah Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drifterdon Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 3 hours ago, KursadA said: So which one of you is lending me the kit? I've got one too that you can use so looks like that part is covered.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Oh look: somebody is selling an NB-36 nose. Hmm... https://www.shapeways.com/product/Z6UMBTBN9/1-144-nb-36h-nose-section-gear-down Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve N Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 I would be down for a 1/144 B-36 sheet. I've got the Hobbycraft kit about 80% complete, but it was a rush job and I'm not really happy with how the paint and decals turned out. Since there aren't really any aftermarket options, I'm reluctant to strip it. SN Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie D. Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 Im down for some sheets I've got all three boxings, Kursad, if you need one to borrow I can send as well. Charlie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drifterdon Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGjyH2ulsCk Stripes around the jet intakes would be a challenge but hey, you're Super Man (aka Kursad) so if anyone can do it, you could. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hooker169 Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 On 6/9/2018 at 9:02 AM, Kingoalie said: I thought Warbird Decals made a sheet but it looks like that was 1/72nd. On 6/14/2018 at 3:15 AM, KursadA said: I just know which direction this thread is going to - LOL Hey Dutch,,,,, Fish On!!!!!!! Seriously, I'm down for a set! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 (edited) I will definitely do it in 1/144 scale first, even with NB-36H markings if I can fit them. I ordered the reference material and will eventually borrow a kit from one of you when I draw the base profiles and the infrastructure work. I have already committed to delivering too many subjects for the next few months, though; so no firm commitment or a product number yet. Edited June 15, 2018 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve N Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 Would you be including all the wing walkways? The thought of trying to paint those is what really put me off on the idea of stripping and repainting my B-36. SN Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Yes, all the wing walkways will be there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
viking73 Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 On 6/14/2018 at 5:10 PM, KursadA said: Oh look: somebody is selling an NB-36 nose. Hmm... https://www.shapeways.com/product/Z6UMBTBN9/1-144-nb-36h-nose-section-gear-down Thanks for this link Kursad! They have some pretty neat looking 3D printed parts for the Monogram B-36. I just ordered the single radome piece for the early RB-36F I'm building from the Monogram kit. The closed bomb bay doors look great too but I'm not sure I want to spend that much $$$ on it. Especially when I need to order more Caracal Decals!!! 🙂 -Derek Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 I also have a FICON kit I'm happy to lend. I can also lend you the FICON book. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 (edited) Thanks a lot for the offers, folks - I am not sure which one of you is the closest to Texas, but I will contact you to borrow a kit when I start working on this sheet. With so many new releases lined up for the next couple of months, realistically the earliest I could get started with the artwork is September-October. Edited June 18, 2018 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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