eraucubsfan Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Hey Guys - I decided to get going on my Hornet build. This will be Blue Angel #7 using the Meng kit and using Furball Decals. I will be using the Eduard Seats and wheels, Flying Leathernecks Wingtip launchers as aftermarket (so far) The issue (not really an issue as most aircraft don't have it anymore) with the Meng kit is that they do not include the non-ACS rear panel. I decided to use the Hasegawa kit version. It looks like it will fit with no issues. I started with the rear cockpit coaming and scratch-built the camera that is installed. That's all for now... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Thadeus Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Sweet. It's cool Hasegawa pieces fit well with Meng cockpit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Happy Posted September 8, 2022 Share Posted September 8, 2022 I’m looking forward to your build. Very cool with the scratch built camera. Mr. Happy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ST0RM Posted September 9, 2022 Share Posted September 9, 2022 The Blues are performing in town today though Sunday. I saw their Supers for the first time, yesterday. Including the Foxtrot as it filled in as #5. Looking forward to seeing your build. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted October 7, 2022 Author Share Posted October 7, 2022 (edited) Small update, got some paint and such on. Still need to fine-tune the stop watch. Not everything is glued either in these photos. Edited October 7, 2022 by eraucubsfan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted October 7, 2022 Author Share Posted October 7, 2022 On 9/8/2022 at 9:33 AM, Mr.Happy said: I’m looking forward to your build. Very cool with the scratch built camera. Mr. Happy Thanks On 9/9/2022 at 7:20 AM, ST0RM said: The Blues are performing in town today though Sunday. I saw their Supers for the first time, yesterday. Including the Foxtrot as it filled in as #5. Looking forward to seeing your build. Hope you enjoyed the show! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Happy Posted October 7, 2022 Share Posted October 7, 2022 Hey progress IS progress. It looks as if your going in the right direction. Pace yourself and enjoy the build. Mr. Happy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gary F Posted October 8, 2022 Share Posted October 8, 2022 Nice looking cockpit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted October 8, 2022 Share Posted October 8, 2022 (edited) While I'm sure there are plenty of reference photos out there on the 'net I'll throw these in, taken during the 2021 season to match the Furball sheet: . Edited October 8, 2022 by habu2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 Work continues on the Blue Angel I've filled the gun openings and sparrow openings on the side of the fuselage. These Meng kits are really nice to put together. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sietse Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 Looks great. Keep the good stuff coming.👍 Sietse Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted December 20, 2022 Author Share Posted December 20, 2022 Forgot to post, but work continues on my Rhino The flaps are a huge improvement over the Hasegawa kits. Wingtip launchers were swapped out for the correct ones and much better-detailed ones from Flying Leathernecks. Also must Blues aircraft "at-rest" usually have a HUD cover, so I decided to make one for my aircraft Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markiii Posted December 25, 2022 Share Posted December 25, 2022 On 10/31/2022 at 6:36 AM, eraucubsfan said: Work continues on the Blue Angel I've filled the gun openings and sparrow openings on the side of the fuselage. These Meng kits are really nice to put together. Did you also fill in the chaff buckets? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted December 27, 2022 Author Share Posted December 27, 2022 On 12/25/2022 at 1:40 PM, markiii said: Did you also fill in the chaff buckets? I did Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Happy Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Brent, This a really good project you’re working on and I hope you will continue to bring us more wonderful updates on your BA Bug. Mr. Happy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted March 22 Author Share Posted March 22 Long overdue update: Finally warmer weather here in NC allowed me to get some paint on my Rhino. The paint is SMS BA Blue and Yellow. The blue is lighter than what appears in the pictures, although it might be a touch dark. Decals are from Furball and they are awesome Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Happy Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Glad to see your build is back in the saddle. Looking good, Mr. Happy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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