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Kevin Struemph
added a new project.
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1:48 E-2C Hawkeye (Kinetic K48013)1:48 E-2C Hawkeye exterior (Kinetic K5005)1:48 E-2C Hawkeye Landing Gear (Scale Aircraft Conversions 48082)
1 16 January 2017, 21:12
Andrew Horton
This is beautiful work. I was thinking about purchasing this kit.
5 August 2020, 05:15
Kevin Struemph
Thanks, Andrew. I have to tell you that this kit was a real learning experience. It had a lot of bad joins and required A LOT of filling and sanding. I joke that there was more superglue and dental resin in it than plastic, by the end. I would recommend a nice aftermarket wing fold kit - it should save you the hassle of the wing join issues. Don't waste money on the metal landing gear. The engine nacelles were a dodgy fit so be patient and test fit before committing to glue. I used A LOT of weight in the nose to keep it on the deck. The cockpit is sparse but you can barely see it so no big deal. Be sure to check your references early and often to save yourself extra headaches. I don't know if Kinetic has updated the plastic for later versions but I hope so - this is such a cool plane, IMO. Good luck!
15 September 2020, 15:20
Treehugger
Welcome aboard
15 September 2020, 15:46
David Taylor
Nice one.Kinetic and Italeri have done one or two trackers but no E1 Tracers Hmmm.
15 September 2020, 15:49

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