Model Forum / General / Models / June 2005

I can't find the link I had yesterday, but I strongly
suggest you all do a google search to watch this 10 min clip
from the Conan O'Brien show where Triumph interviews people
waiting in line to see the movie and give the performance of his

I am looking for a Grumman HU-16C Albatross.  From what I have heard,
there was a 1/72 scale model made some time back, but it now out of
production.  If someone out there has one, and is willing to part with
it, let me know and we can discuss the $$$$$ aspect of it.  I posted a

Is this the old 1960's? Revell Kearsarge kit the people have
discussed was made by altering another mold???
thx - Craig
http://www.militaryhobbies.com/product.cfm?ProductID=6665

I've just installed my new Boxford 5" and it won't go :-(  It is a 1985
model with 240V 2-phase motor,  low-voltage lighting and without coolant.
I didn't see it run at the place I bought it from because it wasn't
wired up so the problem may have existed there as well.   Basically ...

I just got the Ships that I ordered from Squadron they got here on
friday which means it took less than a week for them to arrive.  I
placed my order on Saturday just before Memorial Day.   He said that
they would ship it on Tuesday that means it took only 4 Days for it to

Kit prices on eBay have generally fallen in the past few months, especially
in the missiles and rockets area.  There is one exception, namely Bomarc
missiles.  The History Makers series of Bomarc is now at $51.00 and rising.
Does anyone have an idea as to the popularity of/demand ...

I'd appreciate some insights on an issue which has been exercising the old
grey cells of late. I have an airbrush and have painted quite a few models
with pleasing results (I'm not an expert by any means - I just have low
standards <g>). The thing is that although I have my own ...

I'm looking for several of the earlier models of the Panzer 38, in 1/35
scale.  I think it was Maquette who made them, but I'm not sure.  Anyway, if
you have any quantity you would like to sell or trade please let me know.  I
can't seem to find them anymore like I used to.  I'll ...

I've now sorted out a furnace and most of the associated kit.
However I have no casting boxes (flasks/ cope&drag/ whatever).
I could make some wooden ones cheaply but can't help thinking that
there must be a bloodly great mountain of the proper metal ones

Hi all,anyone deal with them?I sent for their catalog about a month ago
but nothing so far,is that usual for them?
Thanks

Any one know where i can buy metric brass(M3/4 )roundhead'ed or pan
head slotted screws , or failing that BA ones without big postage
charges.
Thanks guys.

Dear group,
After spending more than a year in Iraq I have completely forgotten most of
my modelling experience.
I'm looking for a good airbrush to paint even the smallest lines, even if I

Today's Birmingham News reports that Spivey Hobby, Toys and Gifts burned to
the ground yesterday.  The owner, Mr. Spivey, 78 years old, said he lost
everything in the fire.  HIs building was constructed in 1932.  He remodeled
his building in 1947 and 1989.  His insurance carrier ...

Hi I am interested in more information.  Where is the best spot?  You
can email me at any of the following addresses:
                                        Thanks, Sam
masontssUG575@samsroverdogs.com alexUG575@gantabot.com

Hi to all,
Can anyone supply me with the painting AND decals instructions for the
F-14A (Revell 1/72) ?
Thanks !