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Offline Monk

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« Reply #15 on: January 24, 2003, 12:14:59 AM »
If you need some hardcore paints, look herehttp://www.jpsmodell.de/jpsmain_e.htm
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Offline Mathman

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« Reply #16 on: January 24, 2003, 12:37:30 AM »
For reviews, I recommend Modelling Madness.  They have a good set of reviews.

For inspiration, I recommend two sites: HyperScale and Aircraft Resource Center.  The models on HyperScale are awe inspiring, while on ARC they are a bit more like what the "human" modellers build.  I wouldn't expect to build models like those on HyperScale right away, but with practice and learning some techniques here and there, you will be able to down the road.

I have used Great Models and Squadron to order models and extra stuff like decals and detail sets.  If you can, I would go into a local hobby shop.  That is where I go when I get paints and some kits as well.

As far as recommending kits, I would start with a Revel/Monogram kit or even Tamiya.  The Revelogram kits may not be the "best" or most accurate, but they are inexpensive and you can see if you really want to get into the hobby.  The Tamiya kits are engineered very well.  Their F4U series is probably the best one in 1/48th.  As you get more comfortable, I would move on to Hasegawa and some of the more "exotic" Tamiya kits.  They are more expensive, but very good quality kits.  The latest Tamiya kits are very good and go together very well.

Enjoy the hobby, and remember, you only have to impress yourself.
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« Reply #17 on: January 24, 2003, 03:17:55 AM »
hyperscale and arc are daily stops for me.  I luckily have an outstanding local shop that is actually cheaper then internet and sells conversion kits and accessories.

Also a lot of models now days are reissues from other companies.  Finishing up 2 UH-1N hueys from Heller that are Italeri molds.  The newer monogram A-4f in the blue angels box is an Hasegawa mold.  

I also highly recommend kits from Accurate miniatures.  The company is out of business but the molds are still in use.  I think Italeri is re issuing the TBM molds here shortly.  If you are ordering off the net, you can find a kit ya like then probably find a build review on it with google.

<--currently collecting the remaining 1/48 amt/ertl a-20 kits :)
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« Reply #18 on: January 24, 2003, 05:11:25 AM »
Thanks for all the great links guys! :)
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« Reply #19 on: January 24, 2003, 06:19:00 AM »
Kind of liked this picture, hope to see this setting in AH someday :)



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« Reply #20 on: January 24, 2003, 11:31:55 AM »
Used to be I had the time--and more importantly the space to build models. Kids put a dent in that. Discovering I could "fly" my planes in the virtual skies really put things on the back burner. I have about 120 unbuilt kits boxed up. I have an itemized list in one of the boxes. Almost all of them are 1/48 scale WW2 aircraft. have all the tools for the job too. As to what airbrush is best I'd say whatever one you can get used to using. I have a relatively cheap single action paasche and it works great.

I used to get a lot of my little tools, etc from this place:

http://www.micromark.com

Also I'd highly recommend this magazine:

http://www.finescale.com/

I subscribed to this for years and kept all my back issues. Unlike other modelling mags that have excellent pics of different projects FM is more of a "how-to" mag with loads of hints and tips that tell you how the guy built that beautiful model step by step. There's also kit reviews, industry news, sneak peaks at coming kits and ads aplenty. If you're thinking about getting back into the hobby I'd say check this out and at least get up to speed on what's out there.

One of these days I'm gonna start chipping away at that mountain of kits. That's be a while tho. Good luck. :)

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« Reply #21 on: January 24, 2003, 06:14:34 PM »
starting about 3 years ago i wanted to do the air warrior plane set in 1/72....200 aircraft and armor models later....(no they are not fininshed by a long shot)....I have some favorite companies.
     Hasegawa
     Fujimi
     Mpm
     Italeri
     Huma
     Special Hobby
     planet model
NEVER any airfix!     .........have a good time.....Box1:p
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« Reply #22 on: January 24, 2003, 06:17:58 PM »
I recommend Accurate models. They're really nice kits and will cost you a lot less than Tamiya or Hawagawa.
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« Reply #23 on: January 24, 2003, 07:18:12 PM »
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Originally posted by Yeager
Yup...

Tamyia makes the best mass produced model kits bar none.

Might I suggest the 1/32 scale Zero :D


Strongly recommend as well. My first attempt to build a model. Enjoyed building it immensly.







« Last Edit: January 24, 2003, 07:20:31 PM by mietla »
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« Reply #24 on: January 24, 2003, 07:25:42 PM »
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anyone have a web sites they recommend for purchasing models?

Long night here staring at servers, need something else to look at. :)




BNM......thanks for your support :cool:


Modelexpo

Really good prices, too.
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« Reply #25 on: January 25, 2003, 12:14:38 AM »
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Strongly recommend as well. My first attempt to build a model. Enjoyed building it immensly.




Hey! No fair cleaning up your workspace just for the pic!

Where are the 2 dozen boxes of kits waiting to be built?

Where are the mish-mash bits and pieces of spares?

Where are the bottles of dried-out paint you plan on using to hold the mixes of your custom colors?

Most importantly, where are the 3 or 4 half-built kits you plan on finishing right after you finish this one?

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« Reply #26 on: January 25, 2003, 12:42:37 AM »
Well having made my living by owning and operating 2 Airbrush store in Philadelphia, I would recomment the following:

1: cheap easy full set would be a Paasche VL ( bottom feed)
2: My perference Iwata HP-BC with a 2mm Needle. Alittle more expensive, it isn't sold in a "kit" you need to buy all the Hoses,jars and hook-ups seperately. But By far more control and accurate. The needle cap can be taken off for even more control ( it can spraypaint a spider web with no over spray)

Iwata also makes a very inexpensive Olympus.

I would recommend Bottom feeders, than gravity feed. Also The Iwata can handle and spray at a wider range of CFM's.

The compressor is really the most important part, you better not skimp there, I normally spray at 90 LBS cfm. while most air brushes recommend 35 Lbs. CFM.

This isn't my hobby, but my living.

NUTTZ
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« Reply #27 on: January 25, 2003, 11:14:17 AM »
NUTTZ what dou think of those testor aztec airbrushes?
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« Reply #28 on: January 25, 2003, 12:21:06 PM »
I see the emery boards. With the cost of hobby shop sandpapers I went to Home Depot and found huge sheets of 400 and 600 grit cheap. They work quite well. My first attempt is a hurri II and I tried using the filler that is sold, but ended up sanding some detail off of it. I tried using the white glue for canopies etc(they dont melt the plastic) and they filled nicely, with little excess to be sanded. The sanded off detail is near the cockpits so they will be painted Aluminum and should show some wear and tear for details.

Agreed, the compressor is the key, Got a Passche 520D with controller and water trap and it works up to 40PSI controlled and will do 50PSI uncontrolled.

I've been told that running at 10psi you can use the air brush almost like a paint brush. I am getting ready to put the lighter camo on and it has flowing lines. Can you controll the paint like a reg brush with 10psi?

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« Reply #29 on: January 25, 2003, 01:01:31 PM »
wow guys thanks so much for all the input. I'm hoping to head out today to a local hobby shop and see what they have.

NUTTZ do you still run those shops in Phila? I'm not too far away, I might stop in if you do.
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