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by VMF115
Mon Jul 10, 2006 12:12 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Who collects the 1:18 helos.
Replies: 27
Views: 7272

The BBI Blackhawk and Pavehawk do in fact have a sling that sits outboard on the starbord side above the cargo doors. A litttle rope comes with the helo but it is not strong enough for other vehicles. However, it can sling humans things that way simular in comparison for reality. It has the winch f...
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 6:57 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Who collects the 1:18 helos.
Replies: 27
Views: 7272

yes the Blackhawk does have sling load abitlity. You see lots of pictures of them slinging Humvees. They can also sling artillery, supplies etc. I know the Black Hawk UH 60 has sling load ability, I went to AAS "Air Assault School"And graduated from it, I also participated in sling load operations....
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 5:09 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Who wants a 1:18 scale P-61 Black Widow?
Replies: 18
Views: 3584

Who wants a 1:18 scale P-61 Black Widow?

Who wants a 1:18 scale P-61 Black Widow?

I do. :D

Since I was a kid I have always like the P-61 black widow, I think some one should make it in 1:18 scale with in the next 3 years.
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 4:55 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Can you insure your collection?
Replies: 4
Views: 2241

Re: Can you insure your collection?

tkjaer21 wrote:Just wondering, and if you would do so. I've seen some pretty large collections out there.
Yes you can, I believe they need pictures and receipts, and I would get replacement clause, you can insure just about anything.
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 4:49 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: How Large Is Your XD Collection?
Replies: 40
Views: 12458

tkjaer21 wrote:VMF115, You'll probably have everything within the next 12 months. It is addictive.
LOL Yup!!!! :lol:
But I need to be selective, I don’t have much space!!!!
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!

I need to win the lottery so I can build a 1:18th scale Nimitz class aircraft carrier.
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 1:40 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Who collects the 1:18 helos.
Replies: 27
Views: 7272

Does the Bbi Black Hawk have sling load capability?

I have been thinking about getting the hellos my self.
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 1:37 pm
Forum: Customs & Mods
Topic: Custom antennas on planes.
Replies: 2
Views: 1067

Re: Custom antennas on planes.

tkjaer21 wrote:Does any one put custom antennas on their 21st WWII planes for realism? I've been wanting to do it, but cannot find the proper materials anywhere.
Give MiG29K a Buzz he is in to customizing with Styrene plastic.
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 1:31 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: How Large Is Your XD Collection?
Replies: 40
Views: 12458

Well I just got starterd Bbi Modern Aircraft: BBI Elite Force: F-16 "Wolf" on the way BBI Elite Force: F-18 "Dragon" BBI Elite Force: F-18 "Dragon" on the way BBI Elite Force: F-18 "Joly Rogers" WWII Aircraft: BBI Elite Force: F-4U Corsair "#19" BBI Elite Force: F-4U Corsair "#22" BBI Elite Force: G...
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 1:15 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Is the BBI F-18 Hornet worth the money?
Replies: 60
Views: 22384

I have 3 Hornets one Jolly Rogers and two Golden Dragons( one will be here on the 13th ) and I pre-ordered an F-16 :) View Details Status: In Transit - On Time Scheduled Delivery: 07/13/2006 Shipped to: WATERTOWN, SD, US Shipped or Billed on: 07/07/2006 Tracking Number: ********************* Service...
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 12:55 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: New 21st Armor Info Sunday 9 July!
Replies: 138
Views: 45732

Even though I am disappointed that it’s not something that I normal collect, I am happy for all those that have asked for the Pak-40 and now they get one to add to their collection.

Cheers for 21
8)
by VMF115
Sun Jul 09, 2006 12:48 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Is the BBI F-18 Hornet worth the money?
Replies: 60
Views: 22384

Re: mig 29 K

8) i really appreciate this forum i fell a little bit less " the only 33 years old nuts " playing with big plane !!!!! ( i really have big arms now after hand flyng my new F 18 !!!!!) plus i find this cool to exchange idea and talking about our passion ! . My F 18 is so beutiful i can't imagine do ...
by VMF115
Sat Jul 08, 2006 11:25 pm
Forum: Customs & Mods
Topic: Tweaking RC Abrams Tank
Replies: 4
Views: 2686

75th Ranger wrote:Well,

let's say they are 1/6 mission ready!

HOOAH!
When your done we need to see a video :shock:
by VMF115
Sat Jul 08, 2006 1:13 pm
Forum: Customs & Mods
Topic: Tweaking RC Abrams Tank
Replies: 4
Views: 2686

75th Ranger wrote:I've not tweaked the HP but I have added a lot of items to it....mine are combat ready.....

All i need is a SABOT round!!!
Yours has a working miniature cannon and a working remote control optical sight? :shock:
by VMF115
Sat Jul 08, 2006 1:08 pm
Forum: Customs & Mods
Topic: 1:18 LVT A2 with STUART M-5A1 TURRET--W I P --UPDATED 11/16
Replies: 49
Views: 20554

I am truely impressed with your work!!!!
by VMF115
Fri Jul 07, 2006 6:16 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: New 21st Armor Info Sunday 9 July!
Replies: 138
Views: 45732

Could it be the B-17G "Wicked Witch"?
by VMF115
Fri Jul 07, 2006 5:53 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: another surprise ?
Replies: 42
Views: 11939

Could it be a F-100 Super Saber?
or any one of the Century Fighters?
by VMF115
Fri Jul 07, 2006 5:00 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Hello, I am new here and I have the Hobby Pox!!!!!!
Replies: 30
Views: 8177

I am new to WWII stuff, the Korea/Vietnam/Modern stuff I have all of. I just need the Axis powers to collect for the WWII. I feel new to WWII and love it. The Planes are a marvel to look at and display. I agree with you. I always sucked :lol: at making models but this is a nice way for me to have t...
by VMF115
Fri Jul 07, 2006 4:50 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Going to be even less at TRU?
Replies: 30
Views: 7232

Great I just started collecting. :roll:

IS this the beginning of the end for 1:18 scale military collectable /toys
Or are the 1:18 scale military collectibles going to be marketed to the collector’s solely.
by VMF115
Thu Jul 06, 2006 9:31 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: BBI Marine's Dream turns into my nightmare!
Replies: 42
Views: 12486

Well, as for not checking, some people might actually want to be telling the truth when they re-sell an item as factory sealed/NRFB. Go figure. I think from now on I will check what I buy before I leave Wal-Mart from now on. or any aircraft I buy on ebay. I had a problem with a Side Show item, but ...
by VMF115
Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:39 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: 1:18 scale Mig 29,,, This is what I want
Replies: 21
Views: 10404

:idea: When thinking about the auxiliary louvers, think about the Air vents in cars, and how you slide them Open and closed.





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by VMF115
Wed Jul 05, 2006 11:42 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: What every modern day aviation collector would love to have
Replies: 14
Views: 4246

The Book Fire Fox came out in 1977 years before most of the general public had any idea what Stealth was. The Concept of the FireFox was a stealth hypersonic plane, with advance avionics that are getting off the drawing board and are being tested “thought Control”. http://www.af.mil/news/airman/0296...
by VMF115
Wed Jul 05, 2006 6:06 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: 1:18 scale Mig 29,,, This is what I want
Replies: 21
Views: 10404

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by VMF115
Wed Jul 05, 2006 6:00 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: 1:18 scale Mig 29,,, This is what I want
Replies: 21
Views: 10404

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Some pics of the intake doors and auxiliary louvers
by VMF115
Wed Jul 05, 2006 5:04 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Smoke II pictures
Replies: 67
Views: 19851

it's more of a sparrow than an amraam...looks a bit like both but sizewise and looks-wise closer to a sparrow (aim-7m), although a bit chubby. I mounted two leftover f-16 sparrow/amraam's on my f-18's nacelle pylons (even though i don't think the hornet carries the aim-7m version of the sparrow)......