uscusn Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 I had intended to start with the Hase F-14A+ (kit #P23) but didn't have all the material needed to get started on it. So I opted for the Revell F-14D, only because I already had a detail set and the decals are on the way. And besides it builds a little quicker than the Hase Tomcat. Though it is a challenge! So with any swing wing jet I start with the wings. Quickly slapping them together, clean the seams and shoot a little primer to check the edges and then put them aside. Reading other reviews, some have mentioned warped wings on some of their kits. I was fortunate not to have that problem. However! there was an awful mold line along the spine to the nose on the upper fuselage 1/2. Might as well been a glue seam to clean up.! With the wings put aside I then started on the cockpit. Using MM Dk Gull Grey (36231)to paint the interior components and inside the upper fuselage. I will be using Eduards PE set for the Revell F-14D (48304) to enhance the stock cockpit. This set will also improve the canopy and landing gear. Starting on the cockpit tub, removing the upper rear bulk head and grinding off part of the quadrant to later accept the PE replacement parts. Which I will install later. The seats in the kit are the correct Martin Baker Naces seats for the Delta Cat. Though I would prefer resin replacements. I'll just save them for the Hase F-14D. After enhancing the kit seats with Eduards PE bits they will suffice for this build. Painting the seats with Aeromaster Dk Green (sage) for the cushions, MM Ft Black for the frames. Aeromaster Lt Grey for the seatbelts and harnesses. Yellow and Black will be used for the ejection handle. Well thats it for now, back to more building. More images to follow as this build progresses. Guten Nacht from So. Cal. Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doctorpepper Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 it just occured to me that my academyt f-14a eduard etched parts are nearly simliar... this is probably due to... the same cockpit tub! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted January 3, 2005 Author Share Posted January 3, 2005 You have deducted correctly as I have the Academy kit here also and was almost tempted to use the set on that kit. But I stuck with the Revell kit. Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jonathan_Lotton Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 Good luck with that! Mine had pretty bad warpage, hope yours doesnt Question, what squadron are you building as? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kushko Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Since this topic is for the Revell F-14D I've added my questions here instead of creating a new topic... 1) once of my wing bottoms is pretty warped, should I straighten it before glueing the two halfs together or glue them together and then straighten it? 2) same question for the fuselage: the front portion of my bottom fuselage is warped. Should I glue the rear together and fix the warping with the two parts together, or fix the warping before glueing the parts together? 3) How hot should the water be and how long should I leave the pieces before trying to fix the warping. 4) Finally, I'm also using the Eduard set 48034. With the throttle piece, should I paint it first and then bend it and glue it in, or should I bend it first and then glue it? Thanks. Kevin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted January 6, 2005 Author Share Posted January 6, 2005 Since this topic is for the Revell F-14D I've added my questions here instead of creating a new topic...1) once of my wing bottoms is pretty warped, should I straighten it before glueing the two halfs together or glue them together and then straighten it? 2) same question for the fuselage: the front portion of my bottom fuselage is warped. Should I glue the rear together and fix the warping with the two parts together, or fix the warping before glueing the parts together? 3) How hot should the water be and how long should I leave the pieces before trying to fix the warping. 4) Finally, I'm also using the Eduard set 48034. With the throttle piece, should I paint it first and then bend it and glue it in, or should I bend it first and then glue it? Thanks. Kevin I was lucky mine did not have the wing warp as some others have. 2. Did not have any warpage on the front part of the fuselage but did have an awful mold seam at the spine all the way to the nose. Might as well been a glue seam. 3. Don't know that one since I've never tried though I am about to on some rotor blades for Hind-24 to show some droop. 4. I painted the throttle quadrant 1st then worked it into shape and touched it up after installation. images on that to follow this weekend. Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted January 6, 2005 Author Share Posted January 6, 2005 Good luck with that!Mine had pretty bad warpage, hope yours doesnt Question, what squadron are you building as? No wing warpage, leaning on an Enduring Freedom VF-31 bird. But still playing the field. Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted January 17, 2005 Author Share Posted January 17, 2005 As we slowly get this baby together at this point doing the PE work on the seats and cockpit from the Eduards set. Adding a little more detail in the cockpit by installing the center bulkhead detail panels, rudder pedals and front inner side panels really enhances the pilots section of the pit. Next on the seats, added seatbelts and seat adjust levers. Not in the image but also the ejection pull handle in front of the lower seat cushion. Next step is to complete the pit area, paint the detail bits on the upper fuselage 1/2. As well as adding the Pe and film bits to each of the instrument panels. Definately not a quick build Revell kit which is normal. Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VFA-103guy Posted January 17, 2005 Share Posted January 17, 2005 Chuck- You reeally should opt to build a VF-101 show bird using the new markings from VF-Decals.... :) Brian Marbrey :P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted January 17, 2005 Author Share Posted January 17, 2005 That is a great idea I have considered since they've become available recently. Usually the line bird are pretty clean and I prefer the out at sea not quite cleaned every 15 days look. Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jonathan_Lotton Posted January 17, 2005 Share Posted January 17, 2005 Lookin good Chuck, keep em comming Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike5401 Posted January 17, 2005 Share Posted January 17, 2005 That is a great idea I have considered since they've become available recently.Usually the line bird are pretty clean and I prefer the out at sea not quite cleaned every 15 days look. Chuck Fly Navy Hey Chuck, if you want a bird thats dirty then yes the new VF-101 is the way to go. I am telling you the Show Birds and even the line jets a freakin dirty, I mean really dirty! Check these links for some dirty VF-101 jets! VF-101 More VF-101 Hope this helps Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted January 17, 2005 Author Share Posted January 17, 2005 Mike your absolutely correct, and thanks for the great link. You just pushed me off the fence. Have a fine Navy day! Chuck Fly Navy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike5401 Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 Chuck, GLad I can help! I bet it will look great! Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uscusn Posted February 11, 2005 Author Share Posted February 11, 2005 (edited) Well it has been awhile, so lets get back in the saddle. Had DSL problems over the weekend so hence the delay. But now I get an update on this cat. I know have all the material gathered to complete the build. VF decal sheet of VF-101 are here as well as HobbyDecals transfer sheet for the missiles. Going back into the cockpit tub, I have completed the instrument panels and installed them into the tub. Still need to do some detail painting on the consoles before installing it into the upper fuselage half. This image of the RIO's panel before the detail bits installed. This shows both instrument panels installed. Will install the seats after all the painting is completed. Still a few little odds and ends to do for the final finish in the cockpit. Touch-up the consoles a bit as well as the control sticks and a levers to install. More to follow. Chuck Fly Navy Edited February 11, 2005 by uscusn Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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