Revell USS Arizona 1/426

[BOATMAN]

WELL ive got one on my hornet but i shant fit it as i cant see where to fit it not in the destruckions

 

[Tommergun]

WELL ive got one on my hornet but i shant fit it as i cant see where to fit it not in the destruckions

From here: https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235073857--/

And there are more photos in the link.

 

[Tommergun]

Topsides just about all done, just need to do the tiny Vought O3U biplanes.

I cut the floats off the catapults because I need to reposition the planes. The one on the turret should face forward, and I wanted the one on the deck catapult to be in a slightly different position.

I cut off the blob that was a wing strut and filled in the ejector holes. I then attached the float to the fuselage and inserted a pin that will fit into a hole I drilled into the catapult. Easier to hold the little guy too while working on it.

I then used Evergreen rod for new struts.

Dont ask me why I'm doing all this when these things are so tiny. I guess I was just up for a challenge.

 

[Tommergun]

Little planes done.

 

[kevin]

Looking very good

 

[Ron2]

Had a lot to do today and not much bench time. A little further. I'll be excited to do a nicer kit if this ship. Going to see Kenny Wayne Shepherd tonight!

 

[Ron2]

Had a lot to do today and not much bench time. A little further. I'll be excited to do a nicer kit if this ship. Going to see Kenny Wayne Shepherd tonight!

This is the third time I've posted in the wrong place!

 

[Tommergun]

Matte clear sprayed. Some final details then done. I might add some minimal rigging. Minimal.

 

[Ron2]

Matte clear sprayed. Some final details then done. I might add some minimal rigging. Minimal.

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Looks good! I like the red on the guns.

 

[BarleyBop]

up for a challenge.

Yes! Answered the call. Nice!

 

[Tommergun]

Alright, adding just a little rigging down the centerline, that's about all I can handle.

 

[BarleyBop]

a little rigging

Nice! A little adds a lot!

 

[Ron2]

Topsides just about all done, just need to do the tiny Vought O3U biplanes.

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I cut the floats off the catapults because I need to reposition the planes. The one on the turret should face forward, and I wanted the one on the deck catapult to be in a slightly different position.

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I cut off the blob that was a wing strut and filled in the ejector holes. I then attached the float to the fuselage and inserted a pin that will fit into a hole I drilled into the catapult. Easier to hold the little guy too while working on it.

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I then used Evergreen rod for new struts.

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Dont ask me why I'm doing all this when these things are so tiny. I guess I was just up for a challenge.

Good idea with the rod!

 

[Tommergun]

Finished with this nostalgia build. Fully enjoyed it.

 

[kevin]

That's a good looking ship.

 

[BarleyBop]

Fully enjoyed it.

"That, my dear Watson, is the ultimate success!"

 

[Ron2]

Finished with this nostalgia build. Fully enjoyed it.

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Man that mounting makes a big difference!

 

[WtShark]

Sorry I missed this when it was originally posted, but sure glad I found it-
This is magnificent work!
Amazing details, clear, crisp paint and a beautiful build.
Well done!!

 

[Down Time]

WOW!!!!!! Looks amazing, I lucked out at a fleamarket, picked up the same kit for $10.
When I get to it I'll use your thread as a guide.

 

[Rockin' Rob]

Nice job. That Base makes it. I'm going to have to get my router out