Thanks guys. I ran across that DCS P-51D skin one day, and it inspired me to finish "Petie 3rd" for AH, if only to see how the AH P-51D compares to DCS's. I find the majority of the DCS skins to be just this side of magnificent. Its a 4K skin vs a 1K skin too, so the detail work on DCS skins can be so much more sharp.
Here is my wing paint color. When I started working on the 51's, Fencer made a strong case for painted wing surfaces and I guess I just kept up with it all along. I think the metal effect is stronger on vertical surfaces with some curves in them, like fuselage sides.
![](https://bbs.hitechcreations.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=403339.0;attach=34083)
I have a real problem though with the graphics engine adding a blotchy pinkish-hued areas when I start adding details, grime and weathering. Haven't found a way to suppress it.