Model Forum / General / Models / April 2004

...that I've started buying photoetched detailing sets for kits I don't have?

    US Mossies confuse me thoroughly.  I've got both the Tamiya 1/72
FB Mk.IV and B Mk.VI kits.  Are either or both of these suitable for
conversion to USAAF a/c?  Am I correct in thinking that these are
basically paint/marking conversions?  If so what US versions can I

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One day left!

Where can I buy foundary sand in Lancashire?  I heard there was a source out
at Colne but can't track it down.
Regards
Steve

Who if any one has done  two seated conversion for the Me Bf 109 in 1/48 or
even a kit.
Thanks Paul

Yo,
After much looking around for a perfect theme for my model collection I came
up with the decision to collect model cars. I especially like ones with
detailed engines in them. Can anyone recommend good model brands that

I"m not a WWI guy but these figures look interesting (see link)
http://www.militaryhobbies.com/product.cfm?ProductID=5614
can anyone suggest a good 1/48 fighter that won't cause me too much
headaches for a fun diversion into WWILand?

I have been searching for 1978 Trans Am model kits and diecast cars,
and also 77 and 79, and they are ALL made in either black or silver,
except for a few 1/64 scale ones, and I don't want one that small. The

Hi,Ho guys
Heard a rumor that Trumpter is coming out with a 350th Liberty ship.
Any truth????  or just wishful thinking??
greg

I have a mint box camaro kit. The box is perfect and the wrapping is
still on.
The side panal is seperated but has not been ripped.  I would like to
know how much this kit is worth.  Thanks.

Ordered 2/16 finally here today.
Revell Breguet Atlantique.  It was an advance order, but I have seen the kit in so many
magazines and so many others have built it, I wonder why Squadron didn't get it as fast as
the others..

I have several Model Airplane News magazines dating from the 1950's - the
oldest being from 1951. Most are in good condition with some having just the
cover missing. The pages have yellowed over time but are generally in good
shape. Does anyone know what these magazines are worth or ...

I have been looking over car kits lately and have some questions I hope
someone can answer. What exactly is meant by the following terms?
Phaeton
Sedan

anybody suggest any good links to slingshot kits, ie vintage front engine
dragster models.
cheers