swallows Posted July 11 Share Posted July 11 Just my 0.02 cents: a nose conversion for the F-105B to go with the Trumpeter kit. Sheet CD72144 includes three options for this early version but no kit is available unless you count the prehistoric Hasegawa effort. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted July 11 Share Posted July 11 (edited) On 7/11/2024 at 7:37 AM, Curt said: On the JT3D / TF-33 engines for the 707 / C-135 variants; it would be great if someone made them mix-n-match, 1/144, with and without the turbo compressor inlets, as there were various combinations. I plan to do a WC-135B in 1/144. These had the no-turbo compressor inlet types in all four positions. Not sure if there was a standard KC-135E configuration since these were all modifications. Be a nice compliment to the Caracal sheets. https://www.airhistory.net/photo/265210/61-2674/12674 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pratt_%26_Whitney_JT3D#/media/File:P&W_JT3D-3B_engines_on_a_RAAF_Boeing_707.jpg https://www.airliners.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=723265 Curt, I feel you! AMT/ERTL & Minicraft both only gave the modeler the option for TC hoods on #2 & #3 TF-33 engines, severely limiting the choice of markings (Correct for EC-135H/P, but not for EC-135C/J). The inner pylons are different from the outer pylons, so you just can't swap engines/pylons around. It requires cutting and repositioning the fan portion of the engine with or without TC hood to the correct inner / outer pylon. Maintrack sold separate 1/72 TF-33 engines and separate inner and outer pylons with and without TC hoods allowing all options possible, but they are long gone now. (ed. note: I just found a previous post by ElectroSoldier from 2023 where he states that; "Maintrack sold his KC-135 stuff (if they were for the 135) to Whirlybird models, who sold them to Freightdog, who is thinking about bringing them into production but waiting on Italeri releasing their 135 kits again to make it worth while." I have an almost complete KC-135E engine configuration list; only missing two ser nmbrs. Still working a similar list for EC/NKC/RC/TC 135 models. K/r, Dutch Edited July 19 by Dutch added link and text Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted July 11 Share Posted July 11 20 hours ago, Loach Driver said: How about some modifications for the Revell CH-53G 1/144 kit? Fuel tank mounts and small fuel tanks for the early USAF HH-53B version. EAPS intake filters. These come with the HH-53C version of the kit but that kit is particularly rare these days. A conversion kit for the USAF Pave Low, covering everything from the early HH-53H to the MH-53M. Large fuel tanks and mounts for the CH-53D (could come from the Pave Low conversion set). A CH-53D set could also include the latest mods fitted to the CH-53D in Iraq and A/stan during the GWOT. RH-53D conversion set (mirrors and fuel tanks/mounts). Each set could include accurate shortened undercarriage legs to give the fuselage its proper sit and height when parked. LD. L.D., You are onto something here. I only have a couple Revell 1/144 HH-53C kits, but about 8 or 9 CH-53G kits. Why Revell did not include the extra sprue bits and just blank them out on the instructions, we will never know. Batwings and 600 gal tanks are available from SW-3D in Taiwan and they are very nice. But the most needed parts are the EAPS & IFR probe, not to mention the MH-53J/M conversion and RH-53D mirrors and towing winch/ trapeze. Boy, who would have thought that this thread would generate so much interest in such a short time? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
USAFsparkchaser Posted July 11 Share Posted July 11 20 hours ago, Gator52 said: Turkey-feathered nozzles for the 1/144 Academy B-1B would be a great complement to 144025- Chris YES WE NEED THESE. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
USAFsparkchaser Posted July 11 Share Posted July 11 12 hours ago, Stefan buysse said: Hi, I'd also love the 1/144 KC-135 noses. And engines for the 1/144 KC-135's. Not just engines for the KC-135E's, but also CFM 56's for the KC-135R's. These may well be of interest for airliner modellers. Some time ago, I was in the Aviation Megastore in Schiphol and I asked Erwin if there were any aftermarket 1/144 CFM 56's and there weren't. And strakelets for the 1/144 GWH B-52G's. I'd love to be able to build some more subjects from CD 144-020. A backdate set for the 1/144 B-1B's from CD 144-025 is also a great idea. Cheers, Stefan. Yes to all this Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stefan buysse Posted July 11 Share Posted July 11 10 hours ago, Curt said: I just picked up two sets of these, one each for a KC-135R and DC-8-71. Stunning. https://www.scalemates.com/kits/up-draft-model-works-ltd-1401-kc-135r-engines--1543364 Thanks for the heads-up, Curt. These look great. Cheers, Stefan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hemspilot Posted July 12 Share Posted July 12 1/72 F-16 Late Blocks two seaters spine and other small parts, F-16 VISTA conversion, early F-16 landing gear Sparrow pylons. 1/72 and 1/48 pylons 1 and 9 for F-15EX, F-15SA, F-15QA. 1/72 NF-104 conversion. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonbryon Posted July 12 Share Posted July 12 Correct engines for a 1/48 C-21 Learjet (to fit the Hasegawa/Revell kit) would be a wonderful accompaniment to CD48096. Jon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
F-16 Posted July 12 Share Posted July 12 The 1/72 P-3C kit could use a lot of help. First it needs corrected wheel wells. Second it needs all the modern antennas upgrades and the nose IR turret. P-3C Orion Antennas.. Scott CNJC-IPMS Quote Link to post Share on other sites
eraucubsfan Posted July 12 Share Posted July 12 12 hours ago, jonbryon said: Correct engines for a 1/48 C-21 Learjet (to fit the Hasegawa/Revell kit) would be a wonderful accompaniment to CD48096. Jon This... I wonder if you could somehow design someway for the extra window in the fuselage? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fulcrum1 Posted July 13 Share Posted July 13 (edited) Love this idea! From my experience when items are released, buy it. Wonder if you need it later. Edited July 13 by fulcrum1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fulcrum1 Posted July 13 Share Posted July 13 I think Argentina A-4/Falklands stuff in 1/48 would be fun. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AVShooter2112 Posted July 13 Share Posted July 13 Don't know what their official designation is but some camera pods in 1/48 like the ones used on the F-4C Gemini chase plane. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hemspilot Posted July 13 Share Posted July 13 On 7/12/2024 at 10:44 AM, F-16 said: The 1/72 P-3C kit could use a lot of help. First it needs corrected wheel wells. Second it needs all the modern antennas upgrades and the nose IR turret. P-3C Orion Antennas.. Scott CNJC-IPMS Did you check the Black Dog stuff? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stefan buysse Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 On 7/11/2024 at 1:26 PM, Curt said: I just picked up two sets of these, one each for a KC-135R and DC-8-71. Stunning. https://www.scalemates.com/kits/up-draft-model-works-ltd-1401-kc-135r-engines--1543364 Hi, It turns out that updraft model works does not ship to my area (Europe). So, there's an opportunity to sell Caracal 1/144 CFM 56's there. Cheers, Stefan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 On 7/12/2024 at 5:44 PM, F-16 said: The 1/72 P-3C kit could use a lot of help. First it needs corrected wheel wells. Second it needs all the modern antennas upgrades and the nose IR turret. P-3C Orion Antennas.. Scott CNJC-IPMS Scott, Have you tried Micro Resin Designs #72001 MX20HD Electro-optical Sensor Turret for the nose turret? K/r, Dutch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 20 hours ago, AVShooter2112 said: Don't know what their official designation is but some camera pods in 1/48 like the ones used on the F-4C Gemini chase plane. Looks like a pair of travel pods with the nose/tail cutoff at an angle and cameras inside. Could be done easily enough with the right travel pod and some clear lenses, I should think? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AVShooter2112 Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 37 minutes ago, Dutch said: Looks like a pair of travel pods with the nose/tail cutoff at an angle and cameras inside. Could be done easily enough with the right travel pod and some clear lenses, I should think? I thought about that but I think the camera pod diameter is smaller. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wild Weasel V Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 These were made by modifying a LAU-10 rocket pod. The ends were cut off, an internal track to carry the film cameras installed and fairings made for each end with windows for the cameras. You can see how they were converted in this article from a 1966 Air University Review magazine (jump to page 67 for pictures). https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Portals/10/ASPJ/journals/1966_Vol17_No1-6/1966_Vol17_No5.pdf There's more pictures and information here: https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235135422-f-100d-with-strike-camera/#comment-4872634 HTH, Jonathan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AVShooter2112 Posted July 16 Share Posted July 16 4 hours ago, Wild Weasel V said: These were made by modifying a LAU-10 rocket pod. The ends were cut off, an internal track to carry the film cameras installed and fairings made for each end with windows for the cameras. You can see how they were converted in this article from a 1966 Air University Review magazine (jump to page 67 for pictures). https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Portals/10/ASPJ/journals/1966_Vol17_No1-6/1966_Vol17_No5.pdf There's more pictures and information here: https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235135422-f-100d-with-strike-camera/#comment-4872634 HTH, Jonathan That's very helpful. Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted July 16 Share Posted July 16 1 hour ago, AVShooter2112 said: That's very helpful. Thanks! Agree thanks WWV Quote Link to post Share on other sites
f5guy Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 On 7/10/2024 at 10:46 PM, Spruemeister said: An ignored subject which is sorely needed is replacement 1/72 TF-33 engine nacelles and pylons with optional leading edge turbo/compressor inlets for the AMT/Ertl -135 kits. The kit parts are lousy. Bad fit, poor detail, no inlet duct, flat disc for a fan, etc. The T/C inlet option on the pylons would allow the kit to build the various versions that it was actually released as. The kit as it is in the box is a KC-135E (inlets on the inboards only, none on the outboards). A lot more of these kits would get built with better engine options. Rick L. I second this one 👍 Fred K. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
f5guy Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 Also, how about some wheels, and maybe even landing gear legs and/or engines for the Mach 2 1/72nd DC-8. The kit parts are awful. Fred K. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Arrowhead Posted July 20 Share Posted July 20 (edited) - Correct spine for the F-105D Thunderstick II to go with your recent Thud sheet. The old C&H and Airwaves resin attempts are long OOP and Revellogram’’s mould mod is a joke (also OOP). - Inlet and nozzle mods for the F-16/79. - Full package for the NASA F-18 HARV. - Early Hornet prototype mods (LERX groves, dogtooth wings and stabs, short ailerons etc) - X-33 TPS pod for NASA F-15B. - If dreaming is allowed, YA-10A prototype conversion … Edited July 20 by The Arrowhead Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Supertom Posted July 20 Share Posted July 20 (edited) Hi Kursad, Would you consider making a 1/72 F-15EX/SG/QA set for the new Academy or Revell kits? That'll be the ECM blisters, the new pylons, and F110 engine nozzles. There's seriously nobody doing it and with more people buying the Eagle II it'll be a great opportunity. Thanks! Edited July 20 by Supertom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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