 Tamiya 1/32nd scale F-16CJ (Block 50) Fighting falcon., A Viper by any other name..... |
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 May 17 2008, 03:42 PM
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 Tamiya Tomcat tweeker  Group: Members Posts: 3327 Joined: 25-January 05 From: Hallelujah Mts, Pandora. Member No.: 4084  |
Hi guys 'n' gals,
 Thanks for stopping by. I'd like to share this build with you if I may? After the recent F-15E Strike Eagle I was considering a number of projects but stumbled across this Tamiya F-16 CJ kit at a recent model show. It was being sold by someone thinning out their stash and was marked down from the retail price so I took the plunge. I'd long admired the kit but had n't managed to save enough to buy it. By coincidence, there seem to be quite a few Vipers being built at the moment so I'm in the fortunate position of being able to crib ideas from many sources  The plan is to model a line bird from the 23rd FS, "The Fighting Hawks" based at Spangdehlem. A big thanks to JMEL who has already kindly donated decals from his stash to help me build this bird, cheers Jake  As many of you know, the kit instructions call for the modeller to begin by building the engine and dolly. Since I don't intend to display the motor I started elsewhere. For me, there are three main areas of focus on a modern jet fighter. In no particular order they are, the jet nozzle/s, the undercarriage and the cockpit. Some of the eagle-eyed amongst you may have noticed that I like to spend a little time on each of these parts  For this build I've started building up the cockpit first. The Tamiya tub looks first rate and would build up into a beautiful rendition straight from the box. Of course, that does n't stop the modeller from tweeking it a little. Armed with my copy of The Modern Viper Guide I've added a few little bits here and there. I'm sure many of you know that Jakes' book is a peach with lovely, clear photography. What this means is that you can see loads more detail to add.  O.k, enough of the intro.......on to the piccies. I've tried to size these at about 100k hoping that this will give a compromise between clarity and easy browsing for dial-uppers.  One of the most notable omissions on the left hand side of the cockpit is the yellow canopy locking lever. This large spidery object was constructed from tiny plastic extrusion. (It's probably a bit too close to the undercarriage retraction lever but I won't say anything if you don't.............)  Whilst the throttle is a mini work of art, the stick needs work to the buttons on its' top. Here, I've added the four seperate buttons. Each one is a different design. Top left is a button, top right as a domed knob, bottom left is a fairly plain knob and bottom right is a castellated knob. The seat rail is dry fitted for the photos and is a WIP but, annoyingly, I've just noticed I've knocked the top off the elbow rest! (I'd repositioned it in the down position similar to the way Jake has done on his build.) This post has been edited by geedubelyer: May 17 2008, 04:22 PM |
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May 17 2008, 03:59 PM
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 Ad astra per aspera Group: Members Posts: 8505 Joined: 4-October 05 From: Ramsey, New Jersey, USA Member No.: 5747 |
This should be good...
 Great start
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May 17 2008, 04:06 PM
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Tamiya Tomcat tweeker Group: Members Posts: 3327 Joined: 25-January 05 From: Hallelujah Mts, Pandora. Member No.: 4084 |
QUOTE (AnthonyWan @ May 17 2008, 04:59 PM)  This should be good... Great start Hi Anthony, thanks for the kind words. I hope you like it.  Most of the buttons and knobs are presented neatly by Tamiya. The layout of some of the panels differs from the reference book but apparently that's not un-common. I've added the G-suit hose on the left console and O2 hose/comms line on the right.  Tucked away at the rear of the right hand side console is a map light with coiled flex. For some unknown reason, Tamiya have left all of the dials devoid of detail  This is puzzling since the older F-15E kit had raised detail which was easier to pick out with paint. I've resorted to drilling out the instruments, punching out discs from clear plastic and adding some Reheat paper instrumentation behind. It looks o.k. from a distance  The MFDs are photographic film cut to shape (including the HSCI) as this jet will be displayed as static. (No crew this time..)  So,........I've made a start The seat's up next. Now I've got to go and offer up a sacrifice to the carpet monster in the vain hope that I can find that armrest!  Cheers, 
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 May 17 2008, 04:22 PM
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Devoid of ANY Social Life Group: Members Posts: 6023 Joined: 9-November 06 Member No.: 8197 |
Great start to this New Project..I have been looking forward to this since you mentioned it...
Look forward to following the thread.. HOLMES... 
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May 17 2008, 04:31 PM
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 I'm Green and Runny Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 8-May 08 From: Just East of there, and just West of here Member No.: 12690 |
Very Nice work!!!!
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May 17 2008, 04:34 PM
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Tenax Sniffer (Open a window!) Group: Members Posts: 252 Joined: 22-February 07 From: The Netherlands Member No.: 9253 |
Nice 'pit
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May 17 2008, 04:36 PM
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 Life Member (Mon-Key Handler) Group: Members Posts: 3496 Joined: 7-March 08 From: Sweden Member No.: 12176 |
Mmmm...cockpits *droool*
I have a weakness for cocpits as well.....it´s almost sad to put them into the kit because all the goodies won´t show  Your cocpit looks great!! |
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May 17 2008, 04:47 PM
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Devoid of ANY Social Life Group: Members Posts: 6982 Joined: 19-July 03 From: Southwest Ohio Member No.: 773 |
 Oh, Guy! I'm in love already. I really like what you've done with the EHSI. If I can get you anything else you need for this masterpiece-in-the-making, by all means, don't hesitate to ask! I can't wait to see more progress. Thanks for sharing your ideas and craftsmanship with us! Jake |
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May 17 2008, 05:24 PM
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 When i get sad, i stop being sad and be awesome instead. Group: Members Posts: 1052 Joined: 9-March 06 From: Dijon/Chalon - France Member No.: 6674 |
very nice cockpit!!
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May 17 2008, 05:29 PM
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 Livin' in sin with a safety pin Group: Members Posts: 8207 Joined: 12-November 03 From: Follow the Money Member No.: 1515 |
I like the scuff marks on the floor - nice attention to detail.
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May 17 2008, 05:40 PM
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 Life Member (Mon-Key Handler) Group: Members Posts: 3542 Joined: 11-May 08 From: Lugano-Switzerland Member No.: 12709 |
Very nice work on that pit!!!!
Cheers and keep it up 
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May 17 2008, 07:48 PM
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 Full Blown Model Geek Group: Members Posts: 1597 Joined: 5-July 03 From: Belgium Member No.: 634 |
that's a pit....an not a xmass three with red and yellow everywhere.......
something really looking like a military jet pit. Great job Pat |
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May 17 2008, 11:09 PM
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 Hot chicks dig guys who build model airplanes! Group: ARC Sponsors Posts: 4025 Joined: 12-March 04 From: Sunny Southern California paradise Member No.: 2199 |
Looks great, but what happened Guy? I thought you were build a TOMCAT next! hint, hint...
-brian |
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May 17 2008, 11:26 PM
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 Student Group: Members Posts: 1144 Joined: 11-December 04 From: Bournemouth England Member No.: 3813 |
I was hoping for a Tornado..
Looking forward to more updates Guy. |
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May 18 2008, 01:18 AM
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Devoid of ANY Social Life Group: Members Posts: 6982 Joined: 19-July 03 From: Southwest Ohio Member No.: 773 |
QUOTE (Brian P: Fightertown Decals @ May 17 2008, 06:09 PM) I thought you were build a TOMCAT next! hint, hint... -brian He came to his senses! 
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May 18 2008, 05:47 AM
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 Grrraarr!!! Group: Manufacturers Posts: 3611 Joined: 26-November 04 From: Preston, Idaho (home of Napoleon Dynamite!) Member No.: 3710 |
Tomcat?
Tornado? How about a Corsair II? Happy to see you sharing another 1/32 creation with us! I'll be watching closely! |
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May 18 2008, 01:11 PM
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 Full Blown Model Geek Group: Members Posts: 1149 Joined: 26-June 03 From: Rochester New York Member No.: 421 |
Hiya Guy. Between you and Pete... I dunno. I think it's time to take up a different hobby. Looking great already, as usual. Cheers Mike |
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May 18 2008, 04:42 PM
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 Tenax Sniffer (Open a window!) Group: Members Posts: 390 Joined: 30-April 05 Member No.: 4779 |
The tamiya F-16 is great and i'm glad you chose this one as your current project, i'm sure will learn from this build.
Regev. |
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May 19 2008, 05:16 PM
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Tamiya Tomcat tweeker Group: Members Posts: 3327 Joined: 25-January 05 From: Hallelujah Mts, Pandora. Member No.: 4084 |
Hi gang
HOLMES, boogerman, BeeJee, Aigore, many thanks for your kind words guys. I hope you stick around for future updates and enjoy the build. QUOTE (jmel @ May 17 2008, 05:47 PM) Oh, Guy! I'm in love already. I really like what you've done with the EHSI. If I can get you anything else you need for this masterpiece-in-the-making, by all means, don't hesitate to ask! I can't wait to see more progress. Hi Jake, glad you dropped by. I'm overjoyed that you like the work so far. I'll be following your build closely so please highlight anything I need to correct before I get to it, o.k? Thanks for sharing your ideas and craftsmanship with us! Jake rom, habu2, Jack-Swiss, Hi guys, I appreciate your words of encouragement. habu2, I suspect I may be troubling you for info at times if that's alright? QUOTE (foxtwo @ May 17 2008, 08:48 PM) that's a pit....an not a xmass three with red and yellow everywhere....... Cheers, Pat. I really like the effect that Pig achieved in his build with the lettering around the knobs and switches. I don't think my version is quite as neat as Petes but I'm pretty happy with it. The colours are a direct copy of the piccies in Jakes' book.something really looking like a military jet pit. Great job Pat QUOTE (Brian P: Fightertown Decals @ May 18 2008, 12:09 AM) Looks great, but what happened Guy? I thought you were build a TOMCAT next! hint, hint... Yeah, sorry about that Brian, I hope you're not too disappointed. I'll try and make it up to you in the future. -brian Jake (PS630), Chris, Mike and Regevmo I'm thrilled to see you guys here. I hope you'll continue to enjoy the ride as things progress. (Zacto, that is one wicked sig. banner!  )This weekend was spent attending the spring time airshow at RAF Duxford so no news yet. I'm working on the seat at present and I've just finished stippling some two-pac modelling putty to create sheepskin. I'll try and post some pics later in the week. Keep well all,
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May 19 2008, 06:30 PM
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Rivet Counter Group: Members Posts: 140 Joined: 13-January 07 From: The Netherlands Member No.: 8937 |
Nice cocpit you're showing! Very nice details!
I'll be on your six with this build! This post has been edited by Viper01: May 19 2008, 06:31 PM |
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