Zactoman Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 I made em! They're mine! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Flankerman Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 Fantastic work Chris - I bet there are now dozens (if not hundreds) of Su-27's just waiting to be finished - and now that you have provided correction etc for all three major errors, they can now be finished. If there was a prize for 'Model Parts Provider of the Year' you would certianly get my vote. You jocular reply to Wasserfall - "I made em! They're mine!" got me thinking............... At what point does the Trumpeter Su-27 cease to become 'my' model ???? The very first rule in the IPMS UK rulebook states.... (for putting a model in the competition)... 1. All models must be the handiwork of the entrant(s) only. I guess it never is - as the kit manufacturer provides the basic shapes in the first place. Then there are all the 'correction' parts - then the 'superdetail' parts, then the paints & decals.... Don't get me wrong - I'm not criticising anyone - just musing on how far away we have come from actually doing our own 'handiwork'... Although the 'handiwork' part is probably putting all the bits together - and presenting it as a finished whole? I suppose to get back to basics I would have to chop down a tree and start carving from scratch.... but then who grew the tree ??? Take it easy... I'll get my coat...... Ken Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spaced Marine Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Hmm....I need to start an In-progress thread on my Flanker tonite...I have wprk, but no pics! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FLANKERCHILE Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Zactoman I tryed to buy using PayPal from your web page. It was imposible. But I did direct from PayPal web page. Do you have recive a notification about it. I email you and you didn´t answer me. Nosecone, canopy, intakes... Why not a SU-35 convertion set <_< Regards from Chile Quote Link to post Share on other sites
upupandaway Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I'm hoping to keep the cost reasonable, if not affordable... Well, as to this I can only say that when I first saw pictures of the "loved ones" my jaw dropped instantly and my reason... well what is that again? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 (edited) 100,000 !!! :D :) Canopy shipment arrived today. All orders should be shipped tomorrow or the next day, including Flankerchile's. Sorry, I've spent all my free time in the garage rather than on my computer these past days and I'm behind on the e-mail responses... Edited February 14, 2006 by Zactoman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FLANKERCHILE Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Thank you Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skuki Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Geeee , that is work of art, I think I would buy one even if I wouldn't plan to build a Flanker. Thanks Chris, :blink: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Lynam Posted February 17, 2006 Share Posted February 17, 2006 ARC members will get first shot at them, those with in-progress threads already started at the head of the line. Chris, Does it count if I've opened the box? BTW, I posted a sweet video of an Su-30MK demo in the Real Aviation forum. Check it out! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 (edited) Finally! After all that work! The first few sets have been shipped! More will be shipped on Monday (President's Day (I have to work )) Tuesday... Danny where's my beer??? :) Edited December 8, 2007 by Zactoman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stusbke Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 (edited) OMFG :) dude thats a kickass job there mate be proud of your work and if we ever meet. The beers are definatly on me mate greetz STB frederick jacobs Edited February 18, 2006 by stusbke Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geedubelyer Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 :o Awww.........now I'm gonna have t' change my shirt....I dun drooled all over this 'un!! I only hope I can do justice to all of your hard work Zactoman. Simply STUNNING my friend......SIMPLY STUNNING :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LST01 Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 (edited) Paypal is standing ready: just wondering how much :D Cherio! Laurens Edited February 18, 2006 by LST01 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rafael Winter Posted February 18, 2006 Author Share Posted February 18, 2006 OMG.... A really piece of art.... thanks once again... Rafael Quote Link to post Share on other sites
upupandaway Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 Hehehe... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
M&M Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 Looking good as ever, zactoman. agree with Rafael en LST01(Laurens) Just sprayed the pit and will post pics together with LST01, he will pay for my set intakes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LST01 Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 Ok, I'll pay for your intakes Rob and because it's my birthday at the 28th of march, I'll take the F-23 1:32 as a gift Cheers!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
M&M Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 Ok, I'll pay for your intakes Rob and because it's my birthday at the 28th of march, I'll take the F-23 1:32 as a gift Cheers!! Yea, sure I'll bring 2 six pacs, by the time its your birthday we should have finished the pits and perhaps the fab intakes, rob Btw All most fininshed my F-16 BARAK , just the bangseat an the pilot. Then its SU(MO) time with you Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kasatka Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 Chris, i've got everything to build big Flanker.. except your intakes..=) well.. I need to buy the model as well... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 (edited) :wacko: Too many e-mails and PMs! I'll never be able to respond and still get anything done. So... Thank you for all the kind words, I'm blushing...Pig is still MY hero... Price for the intakes will be $54 + S&H ($6 US, Canada, and Mexico) ($11 international)... No, I'm not making a list, preliminary special offers are to ARC in-progress builders (multiplying like rabbits!). Next week I will post a new thread in the jet modeling forum for ARC members to order. After this I will update my website with a buy-now button for sales to the rest of the world... No, I don't plan to do an Su-30 or Su-33 conversion... No, I'm not planning to do a canopy for the upcoming Su-27UB (unless they really botch it )... My next project is the 1/32 YF-23 (see pics on pages 79, 80, and 81 of this thread, look for a future thread in the in-progress forum!)... Yes, I am single, and I do like beer :D For those receiving the first kits with no instructions, here's a few pics to help with locating the probes (airspeed indicators?). Sorry about the quality of the pics, too difficult to get them all in focus with my camera... Edited December 8, 2007 by Zactoman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted February 18, 2006 Share Posted February 18, 2006 (edited) A little clearer... :D Edited December 8, 2007 by Zactoman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bela Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Excellent Chris!!!!! excellent!!!! unlke the other updates you made, that really enhance the trump kit, I really think these intakes might actually overshadow it. looking forward to them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vandy 1 vx4 Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 I was in your neck of the valley today Zactoman. ( Smith Bros. Hobbies) I can run down their on sunday. any time What kind of beer do you want? Vandy 1 P.S. I can bring my Flanker so you can see. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
APUMAN57 Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Hi Guys, I have a couple of questions. First one, does the Aires cockpit instrument combing have any fit problems with the Zacto Canopy front section ? Second is a paint question, What is the normal resin cleaning method prior to primer or paint ? I hear soaking them, Soap & Water, Laq thinner, Acetone ........etc. I use to use Iso - alcohol but, I'm not sure it really cleans good enough. Thank you for any help guys. !!! Joe the By-Passer P.S. Thank you Chris for all you hard work, I hope our Flanker builds measure up to your quality !!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geedubelyer Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 First one, does the Aires cockpit instrument combing have any fit problems with the Zacto Canopy front section ?Hi Apuman, the only fit issue I found was the gun camera. Because of the accurate profile of the Zactomodels replacement windshield, you may have to reduce the height by a tiny amount. I used a razor saw to remove mine and the thickness of the saw cut was all that was required.Second is a paint question, What is the normal resin cleaning method prior to primer or paint ? :blink: ...........Oops!, You're supposed to WASH the resin? Oh well, maybe on the intakes then. :lol: HTH Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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