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by trex0770
Sat Oct 16, 2021 1:27 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Yellowed BBI models
Replies: 19
Views: 6393

Re: Yellowed BBI models

How about just do a new paint job. Dark ghost gray on the upper side and Light ghost gray on the underside. Decals are easy to make especially if you do a lo-viz model. I've repainted several and it's not complicated. Good luck!
by trex0770
Fri Nov 08, 2019 1:24 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: JSI F-14A Black Knights Version
Replies: 1
Views: 2335

JSI F-14A Black Knights Version

Thinking about selling my JSI F-14A Black Knights. Bought it from a shop which had it hanging on display a while back but never got around to doing unpacking it. Has a couple of minor issues such as 1. broken tail tab, 2. broken vertical tail from being glued, 3. some glue spots from shop owner glui...
by trex0770
Fri Jul 19, 2019 5:39 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Merti at Comic Con 2019.
Replies: 6
Views: 4479

Merti at Comic Con 2019.

Heard from a friend that Merit has a booth at this year's San Diego Comic Con. Wondering if anyone can confirm and if there's anything 1/18 scale.
by trex0770
Sat Jun 08, 2019 12:16 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: Looking to trade for Pacific TBF Avenger
Replies: 4
Views: 2847

Looking to trade for Pacific TBF Avenger

Hi members,

I have a 1/18 scale Bbi Lieutenant JG Alexander Vraciu F6F Hellcat that is brand new in box (never opened) that I'd like to trade for a Pacific Theater TBF Avenger. I'm hoping someone on the board is interested.

Please pm me if you fit the bill!

Thank you!!
by trex0770
Sun Apr 28, 2019 5:42 pm
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: Some items up for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 1675

Some items up for sale

A couple things for sale if anyone is interested. 1. Admiral Toys Me 262A Luftwaffe Kommando Nowotny, "White 8", Walter Nowotny, Achmer, Germany, 1944 NIB - $100 2. Bbi Elite Force Grumman F6F Hellcat "Gadget" Alex Vraciu NIB - $175 3. Bbi Elite Force M4 Sherman like new/ no box. Shelf queen. - $150...
by trex0770
Fri Feb 22, 2019 1:42 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: 1/18 Scale M-4A3E8 Back On Track
Replies: 23
Views: 13662

Re: 1/18 Scale M-4A3E8 The Easy 8

You know I've been asking you about this one Matthew! Looks even better than I expected. You guys are amazing.
by trex0770
Wed Jan 30, 2019 1:26 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: Good Trader Report - PART 2 - Post good Trade stories here!
Replies: 1274
Views: 526785

Re: Good Trader Report - PART 2 - Post good Trade stories he

Wanted to say how impressed I am with Bob (blitteer) on a deal for the Bbi F-16. He offered a great deal, did a fantastic job of packaging and shipping, and most importantly was very honest in the description/condition of the plane. Very stand up guy and honest dealer! Thanks again Bob!
by trex0770
Mon Jan 28, 2019 4:31 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Fast Movers Flight Deck
Replies: 3
Views: 2207

Fast Movers Flight Deck

These took up a whole meeting desk in our dining room!

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by trex0770
Mon Jan 28, 2019 4:25 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: JSI Spot Cat redone
Replies: 10
Views: 4831

Re: JSI Spot Cat redone

A-10LOADER wrote:She looks so much better, nice job. That's a rare Cat, one of only 250 pcs. made.

Steve
"TOMCATS FOREVER, BABY...!"
Thank you Steve!
by trex0770
Mon Jan 28, 2019 4:24 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: JSI Spot Cat redone
Replies: 10
Views: 4831

Re: JSI Spot Cat redone

That LOOKS Great! I still need to do my spot cat. What paint did you use and did you apply all by hand? I spent about 4 hrs total masking the markings and applying paint using makeup sponges. I used Testors Light Ghost Gray which matched exactly with the original color. I forgot the paint sku numbe...
by trex0770
Thu Jan 24, 2019 12:27 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: JSI Spot Cat redone
Replies: 10
Views: 4831

JSI Spot Cat redone

This is my Special Edition electronic Spot Cat which I repainted using makeup sponges. It turned out pretty decent for minimal effort (about 4 hrs total masking and painting). http://i868.photobucket.com/albums/ab244/trex0770/JSI%20Tomcat/0106002222.jpg http://i868.photobucket.com/albums/ab244/trex0...
by trex0770
Mon Jan 21, 2019 9:56 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: WTB complete front landing gear/wheels for F-14
Replies: 6
Views: 3409

Re: WTB complete front landing gear/wheels for F-14

If your working on a Tomcat, why not share those WIP pics with the rest of us ? I am always curious to see other 1/18th scale Tomcat projects. Steve "TOMCATS FOREVER, BABY...!" Hi A-10LOADER, Will do once I'm further along. Limited time and space with full time work and activities for two 1st grade...
by trex0770
Fri Jan 18, 2019 6:43 pm
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: WTB complete front landing gear/wheels for F-14
Replies: 6
Views: 3409

WTB complete front landing gear/wheels for F-14

Hi,

This is a long shot but I have a project 1/18 F-14 that I'm working on and was wondering if anyone has salvage 1/18 F-14 front landing gear and wheels. Also could use the main landing wheels too! Thanks!! - tl
by trex0770
Thu Jan 17, 2019 4:21 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Brewer Brothers Model Kit, Hobby & Toy Expo
Replies: 0
Views: 1518

Brewer Brothers Model Kit, Hobby & Toy Expo

Just wanted to give anyone living in Southern California a heads up to this event happening this Sunday (Jan. 20, 2019) at Old World Huntington Beach: Brewer Brothers Model Kit, Hobby & Toy Expo at Old World Huntington Beach Expo starts at 9AM at the Old World Banquet Hall. Tickets are $6 at the doo...
by trex0770
Tue Dec 04, 2018 5:51 pm
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: Any Interst In A Tricked Out Blackhawk ?
Replies: 4
Views: 3123

Re: Any Interst In A Tricked Out Blackhawk ?

Matthew, Those are awesome.....I know because I have the kits you sent me way back when. Your kits and customs are second to none! Anyone wanting the Blackhawk couldn't do better than your upgrades and the prices are worth it, especially when you consider what the original Bbi Blackhawks have been f...
by trex0770
Thu Sep 06, 2018 9:47 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Revisit-M-10 - Wirble - DAP -Replacement Main Helo Rotor ?
Replies: 18
Views: 9780

Re: Revisit-M-10 - Wirble - DAP -Replacement Main Helo Rotor

Hey Matthew,

I'm in for the DAP kit and Crab Eye/Tail sensor kit.

Hope you're doing well!

Thanks,

-TL
by trex0770
Sun Aug 12, 2018 10:16 pm
Forum: Buy, Sell, & Trade Forum
Topic: Salvage Yard
Replies: 198
Views: 161984

Re: Salvage Yard

Hi fellas,

If anyone could help me to find a replacement windshield and canopy for the Merit Int'l. AV8B Harrier I would be forever appreciative! My Harrier's glass could not survive the curiosity of a 6 yr.

Thank you so much!

-trex0770
by trex0770
Mon Nov 23, 2015 8:19 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: NEW JSI 1/18 UH-1B – Gun Ship 501st Aviation Battalion “
Replies: 28
Views: 12116

Re: NEW JSI 1/18 UH-1B – Gun Ship 501st Aviation Battalion

Do like the mini-gun and rockets though!
by trex0770
Mon Sep 21, 2015 4:21 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: REVIEW OF THE 1/18 scale Harrier AV-8B
Replies: 130
Views: 54423

Re: REVIEW OF THE 1/18 scale Harrier AV-8B

I also just fixed the gap issue. My plane had globs of glue that had dried and were impeding the wing root from snapping all the way down. I pried the wing root up, scraped the glue, applied new glue and now it sits flush...looks 100x better too!
by trex0770
Mon Sep 21, 2015 10:17 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: REVIEW OF THE 1/18 scale Harrier AV-8B
Replies: 130
Views: 54423

Re: REVIEW OF THE 1/18 scale Harrier AV-8B

Here's some updated photos of my Harrier with a spare Litening pod and GBU-16 (from the JSI/Merit F-14) as well as a reference photo. Btw, the predrilled holes in the GBU-16 lined up perfectly with the Harrier's tabs, they just needed to be enlarged ever so slightly. Still need to do some modificati...