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Forum: 1:400 Scale Model Aircraft 03-28-2024, 08:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 560
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Dragon Wings mileage stamps (?)

Here's one of the free models, the only one I picked up but there were a few others for sure.


https://www.diecastaircraftforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=419683&d=1711673694
Forum: Custom Made Models 08-09-2023, 03:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,269
Posted By ACA343X
Re: A SNCASE SE 161 Languedoc, AF early version

All of your French aviation projects are beautifully finished and the narrative that accompanies each adds so much interest to them. Also love the way the Leduc model was finished without painting,...
Forum: Custom Made Models 08-09-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 510
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Cargojet 727-200 1/400

I remember seeing these at YEG, thanks for sharing your customs work and the memories of the aircraft. Love the 727.
Forum: Other Scales & Antique Models 04-19-2023, 10:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,657
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Douglas C-74 Globemaster

Amazing model. Always enjoy your builds and the unique subject matter.
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 04-06-2023, 11:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,229
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Mirage F1 C

Thanks for the clarification regarding the gear doors. Now to ensure I have some decal setting solution left over...
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 04-05-2023, 11:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,229
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Mirage F1 C

Always loved the lines of the Mirage F.1 and particularly with the blue paint scheme featured here. Is the custom nose door piece the one immediately behind the nose gear leg (which is closed)? If so...
Forum: 1:400 Scale Model Aircraft 03-17-2023, 11:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,847
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Phoenix 747s

Richard, thanks for posting the link to your review. Admittedly I have only checked out a handful of them when the subject is something of interest to me, and unlike a lot of collectors I am not a...
Forum: Other Scales & Antique Models 03-12-2023, 11:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,193
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Bristol Brabazon I, G-AGPW

One word...WOW! Your models are always very interesting and the quality of them is superb. I couldn't dream of making something similar from pieces of wood. Keep them coming.
Forum: Custom Made Models 03-09-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,597
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Some 1/400 727 projects

They look great, loving that Purolator!
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 02-17-2023, 12:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,082
Posted By ACA343X
Re: CF-105 & TSR2 in 1/72

Odd, look like something is going wonky when trying to attach a photo. Anyway link is here in case photo doesn't show again, apologies

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Forum: Military Model Aircraft 02-15-2023, 11:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,082
Posted By ACA343X
CF-105 & TSR2 in 1/72

https://www.diecastaircraftforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=399797&stc=1&d=1676521392Latest arrival today was Corgi's TSR2 which goes really well with the Hobbymaster CF-105 Arrow. Each aircraft...
Forum: Other Scales & Antique Models 02-09-2023, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,161
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Anthony Hickey Calgary

Such very sad news but thank you Henry for bringing it to our attention. Praying for his family to manage as best they can. I never met Anthony; being from Edmonton, our global diecast community is...
Forum: Other Scales & Antique Models 02-01-2023, 10:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,357
Posted By ACA343X
Re: This Is The Second Arrival

That looks really nice! Thanks for the photos, and to Gemini Jets for tackling such a subject.
Forum: Custom Made Models 01-11-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,985
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Farman 121 Jabiru

A really interesting project and wonderful job as always, on your rendition of this model.
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 11-13-2022, 09:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,499
Posted By ACA343X
Re: If you could only keep one Die-cast model.....

Easy one to call, Hobbymaster CF-105 RL-201. Have had an intense interest in this aircraft since having discovered it. I think most know of its story and there is a nice write-up on the inside cover...
Forum: 1:1 Scale Commercial Aviation 10-28-2022, 11:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,990
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Airbus A300 first flight October 28, 1972

Am sure no one had any idea how things would look for Airbus 50 years down the road. Congrats to them on this anniversary and thanks for posting about it.
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 08-13-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,626
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Prototype Aircrafts: YF-22, YF-23, X-32, X-35

Excellent job on building those models. I made a couple of attempts at the YF-22 & YF-23 when both were in contention but never finished them. By the time the JSF contest was on I was out of model...
Forum: General Squawk Talk 07-12-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,068
Posted By ACA343X
Re: An Update.

Nice to hear that all is going very well with you. I do remember you posting here and it seems both long ago and just like yesterday. The part in your post about the fireworks was rather cool!...
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 06-25-2022, 12:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 612
Posted By ACA343X
Gemini Jets 1/400 B-52H

Having long wanted a B-52 of some sort I discovered Gemini had released one in 1/400. It goes great with the remainder of the collection (see pics with Dragon's B-1B) and is a really nice model with...
Forum: Custom Made Models 06-01-2022, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,296
Posted By ACA343X
Re: 3D printed aircraft models

Really nice project you have there. The attention you've taken to facilitate others who want to build this model is great. I don't yet have a 3D printer but if I do end up with one, would definitely...
Forum: General Squawk Talk 04-03-2022, 08:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,463
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Greetings from Ukraine

Thanks for reaching out and glad you are safe. Am looking forward to seeing your amazing projects once you are able to continue with them. Agree with everything everyone has said here and wishing...
Forum: 1:1 Scale Military Aviation 03-07-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,546
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Better Real Late Than Never

Don't kick yourself. I recently went to a local Tim Horton's (coffee & donuts) to treat co-workers and ordered a dozen donuts. The cashier had no idea what a dozen meant:eek:. Somehow that seems like...
Forum: Site Issues and Support Section 02-20-2022, 10:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,789
Posted By ACA343X
Re: For Sale, Trade or Swap

Thank you for the info, indeed it was fairly obvious now that you have pointed it out. Regards.
Forum: Site Issues and Support Section 02-20-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,789
Posted By ACA343X
For Sale, Trade or Swap

Wondering if I may be able to get some assistance here. This section of the forums is displayed with a blue banner over it, if this has any significance I do not know. I would like to post a few...
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 12-20-2021, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,102
Posted By ACA343X
Re: WLTK 1/200 bombers?

Yes, B-1B wings are movable on this model.
Forum: 1:400 Scale Model Aircraft 12-19-2021, 10:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 809
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Skyservice: First A330 In North America

Thanks for mentioning this frame/livery, I remember around year 2000 seeing this same aircraft with "First A330 in North America" taxiing into YEG and it was really impressive. Canada 3000 also...
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 12-18-2021, 10:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,102
Posted By ACA343X
Re: WLTK 1/200 bombers?

I have B-1B and am happy with it. Some of the panel gaps (especially leading edge of wing/fuselage) are a bit heavy but can be rectified using white glue mixed with gray paint which did a very...
Forum: General Squawk Talk 10-25-2021, 10:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 859
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Please help me find a 1/72 Hornet with my crit

Hello NovaBear and welcome from a fellow Canuck. Hope these photos give you some of the info you are looking for. The model is HA3502. Apologies for the quality of photos, they are just a quick snap...
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 10-20-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,011
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Code Carlo4 Altaya Foxhound done!

Beautiful job! Well worth the effort and thanks for posting the how-to.
Forum: Custom Made Models 08-11-2021, 08:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,384
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Best 737-200 Mould?

Although it's 1/72 not 1/200, and described as a kit, I doubt you will get anything much more accurate than this masterpiece, not sure if its actually available yet?

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Forum: 1:200 Scale Model Aircraft 07-08-2021, 09:54 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 10,508
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Gemini 200 new Mould Twin Otter

Excellent choice as a subject, really happy to see all the new prototypes on show by Gemini. They are going to fill some big gaps in many collections. Thanks in advance!
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 06-19-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,652
Posted By ACA343X
1/200 b-1b wltk

This model arrived yesterday, among my favourite military planes of all time. It was ordered off ebay for around $40 USD so the price was very reasonable particularly compared to what the Herpa...
Forum: General Squawk Talk 05-22-2021, 07:19 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,098
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Why EBAY Sucks...

Sorry to hear about your experience. That would really ruin anyone's day. Just noticed the ebay warning post here that may be of help. Of course they may just change their account ID or start a new...
Forum: General Squawk Talk 05-18-2021, 06:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,693
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Least Liked Airframe?

Don't mean to be on a downer, as enthusiasts we probably get excited being around or in any aircraft. Who cannot get excited seeing even the most mundane airplane departing or on approach, or an...
Forum: Custom Made Models 05-16-2021, 03:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,941
Posted By ACA343X
Re: How to do Decals for Customs?

Formerly used Testor's decal paper but not sure about it's availability nowadays. A quick look on Amazon revealed a few choices, several options available (both clear and white in same package)
...
Forum: Custom Made Models 05-16-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,941
Posted By ACA343X
Re: How to do Decals for Customs?

[(Double post)
Forum: 1:200 Scale Model Aircraft 05-15-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,059
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Herpa Wings De Havilland DHC-7 "Dash 7" HE5577

I flew on one of these long ago (City Express) and it was sure was memorable, thanks to the STOL characteristics in such a larger aircraft. Thanks to Herpa for producing this model.
Forum: Custom Made Models 05-15-2021, 01:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,052
Posted By ACA343X
Re: A Piper Cub

Another masterpiece made by your own hands. Keep up the great work.
Forum: 1:400 Scale Model Aircraft 03-21-2021, 10:48 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,796
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Delta Gets Tough With Licensing

Just imagine what those Delta CRJ's recently going for $$$ on ebay are going to be fetching now!
Forum: Custom Made Models 02-19-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,325
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Some things get better with age...decals don’t

"If your decals are damaged because they are too old you could try to print new ones on a piece of White decal."


This idea makes so much sense, would have helped with those schemes such as Star...
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 02-12-2021, 11:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,667
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Yellow bits with Hobbymaster f 22

Wheel chocks maybe?
Forum: 1:200 Scale Model Aircraft 12-22-2020, 01:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,494
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Another new collector

Since you collect Inflight and Olympic models, how about this one? Checks both boxes! (Photo from jumbliesmodels)

https://www.jumbliesmodels.com/images/products/1496823386-36217000.jpg
Forum: Military Model Aircraft 12-22-2020, 01:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,398
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Calibre Wings F-14A Tomcat TOPGUN Maverick & G

My Captain Obvious question of the day, is provision made to display it upside-down on the stand somehow? Looks cool in that manner.


Fun fact: F-14 celebrated its 50th birthday, first flight...
Forum: 1:400 Scale Model Aircraft 11-19-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,425
Posted By ACA343X
Re: In Praise of Dragon Tens

If memory serves Dragon Wings also made provision for not only the engine differences (most notably the DC-10-40 No.2 engine bulge) but also the extended wing introduced on later variants. I recall...
Forum: 1:200 Scale Model Aircraft 09-25-2020, 09:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,532
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Inflight200 A330 / A340 tail shape

The Inflight/Aeroflot shape looks too parallel, not enough taper, regardless of height. It looks to me more like a 707 fin minus the aerial. I recall having seen a diagram on this forum explaining...
Forum: 1:400 Scale Model Aircraft 09-18-2020, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 896
Posted By ACA343X
Re: NG models - Weathering effect???

Unless you would only collect models from this one manufacturer, they would look completely out of place among the rest of your "pristine" collection. Most have fairly large/substantial collections...
Forum: 1:200 Scale Model Aircraft 09-09-2020, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,302
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Waxing diecast models?

As mentioned above the factory-added clear coat protects the model. Working on customs I have used wax (specifically Turtle Wax, the paste type) to remove minor blemishes in paint etc. This stuff...
Forum: General Squawk Talk 06-07-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 11,244
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Waffle collectibles ignorance

This is a horrible story and shows how opportunistic some people can be. On the other hand I would love to see some pics of your cranes, I once had an eye out to get one or two myself.


Trying...
Forum: Custom Made Models 05-23-2020, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,135
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Notice to all custom makers

I am working on a project right now and encountered a similar problem, i.e., tampo print would not come off using acetone. I ended up using turtle wax paste with a paper towel and a bit of elbow...
Forum: Custom Made Models 05-13-2020, 09:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 943
Posted By ACA343X
Re: Commission for Custom work

Hi there,


I posted long ago under the name Sgt Caribou but cannot log in using the old name anymore. Saw your post and I used to do some customs (albeit 1:400) quite awhile back. Unfortunately I...
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