JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Mon Feb 05, 2018 12:19 pm

normandy wrote:No rush, its like watching a series on cable...all good! :salute:
rschaap wrote:Sorry to hear that you are going through that. Take care of the hand, that big bird will wait for you.
Thanks for the support guys, much appreciated.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by granch » Fri Feb 23, 2018 9:17 am

Yes, take care, we will be waiting. Chris

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Fri Feb 23, 2018 4:58 pm

granch wrote:Yes, take care, we will be waiting. Chris
Thanks Chris, appreciate that.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Sat May 26, 2018 6:20 am

Greetings all,

FINALLY after 5 years and 3 months of more off than on work, I got the Light Ghost Gray on the Tomcat. All the detailing I added really shows off now with some color on her. I'm very excited and happy to be at this stage of the game. Up next will be the FS 36320, Dark Ghost Gray applied to the forward fuselage section.
I'm hoping that the updates come on a more regular basis from here on out. Thanks again to everyone for your support and interest in this project.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by cnq » Sun May 27, 2018 5:40 am

It's starting to look good. Great work.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by normandy » Sun May 27, 2018 5:57 am

Looks great and the added detailing shows what can be done with these models.
I've always liked the Ghost Gray camo on aircraft, update us when you can. :salute:

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Sun May 27, 2018 10:51 am

Thanks for the encouraging words boys and your continued interest. It's very much appreciated.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by supersonicfifi » Tue Jun 05, 2018 9:22 am

found this dude on Facebook :

https://www.facebook.com/Fancherello/

he is making an incredible 1/32 tomcat .... you should exchnage witth him :)

https://www.facebook.com/Fancherello/vi ... 478634475/
1/18 mirage 2000 & RAFALE should i say more ?

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Tue Jun 05, 2018 3:48 pm

Thanks, yes, we've talked many times. He is a very talented guy. I enjoy following his posts.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Fri Jun 08, 2018 2:38 pm

Greetings everyone,
Today was another huge step forward. The Dark Ghost Gray was applied to the forward sides of the fuselage. It's hard to see the difference between the bottom color, Light Ghost Gray and, the side color except at certain light and from a certain angel. Next step is to apply the top color, FS 35237 Medium Gray. Feeling excited about this build again now that it's starting to come to life. Thanks again to all who stay along for the journey.

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All the "panel fastener" details I added are really starting to show up now, time and effort well spent, very happy.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by air one » Fri Jun 08, 2018 11:12 pm

That is just amazing how your paint and riveting changes everything compare to the original ...
Top work as usual Steve!

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Sat Jun 09, 2018 8:49 am

air one wrote:That is just amazing how your paint and riveting changes everything compare to the original ...
Top work as usual Steve!
Thanks Erwan, appreciate that.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Sun Jun 17, 2018 9:56 am

Greetings everyone,

First of all, Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.
Another milestone was accomplished on Friday, the top color, FS 35237 Medium Gray, was applied to the Big Cat. To say that I'm happy would be an understatement. Finally after 6 years of more off than on work, the Tomcat is starting to come together. All the details that I meticulously added to the airframe are finally starting to shine. It was a TON OF WORK but, so worth it IMO.
There are a couple of very small areas that need some sanding, with 4000, before I can add some of the other colors before I gloss coat.
Thanks to all who are still following along, it's greatly appreciated. On to the pics, enjoy.

Steve

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by air one » Sun Jun 17, 2018 11:42 am

Master Steve Strikes again !!! :wink:

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Sun Jun 17, 2018 1:24 pm

Thanks air one, very kind.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by supersonicfifi » Thu Jun 21, 2018 10:56 am

TOMCAT FOREVER or "This tomacat take forever ?" :lol:

Keep up the good work , still enjoying the show !

:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Thu Jun 21, 2018 3:55 pm

supersonicfifi wrote:TOMCAT FOREVER or "This tomacat take forever ?" :lol:

Keep up the good work , still enjoying the show !

:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:

:blueangel:
I guess I deserve that but, life and my health have taken their toll on my re-build. I will finish this project hopefully sooner than later. I have to finish it while I'm still physically able.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by normandy » Thu Jun 21, 2018 6:34 pm

It looks just amazing, the indoor pics show the color differences very well.
No need to hurry perfection, this Tomcat will be finished when its ready.

"Feeling excited about this build again now that it's starting to come to life."
That is a wonderful feeling, when all the work one puts into a project starts
to look like what was envisioned on day one.

Steve...I'll keep watching, its a hell of a show. Nice Work!! :salute:
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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by air one » Thu Jun 21, 2018 10:41 pm

Yep Steve,
Enjoy every by bit of it as much as we do... no contest here.
Just pure enthusiasm !
Some others take MUCH MORE time than you moving on with this kind of project... (who said « you »???)

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Fri Jun 22, 2018 3:14 pm

Thanks very much for the kind and encouraging words guys, it greatly appreciated,

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Sun Jun 24, 2018 5:43 pm

Greetings everyone,
Small update for tonight, I masked off to spray the airbags on the Big Cat. Overkill I know but, at this stage of the game and after all this work I'd rather be safe than sorry. I'll spray these tomorrow along with other small areas this week. Small steps but, progress none the less.
Thanks to everyone who's still keeping a watch on this project.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Thu Jun 28, 2018 11:40 am

Today's updates,
Had a very productive week so far on the Big Cat. I was able to get the over-wing fairing air bladders painted, the nozzle shrouds and, the forward fairings for the tails. I still have other smaller items that need painting before I can apply the gloss coat but, pretty happy with the progress so far. At least it's starting to look like something now.
Thanks to everyone who still keeps an eye on the project. Hope you enjoy the pics.

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Wed Jul 04, 2018 9:58 am

Greetings all,
Happy 4th of July.
Today's update consists of painting all the small details on the Big Cat prior to the gloss coat. I really enjoy this part because, next to the decal stage, this step starts to bring the aircraft to life. Enjoy the pics and thanks very much for looking in.

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Arresting hook safety pin area and the fuel dump painted gloss red.
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Painted the air intake "face" to represent an opening in the body.
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Painted the gun gas exhaust ports black to simulate the openings.
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Painted the ventral fins face to represent the opening.
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Painted the gun bay gas purge system air intake faces to represent the openings. I've since touched them up, they look much better.
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At the rear of each ventral strake, there is an opening in the body ( don't know the proper nomenclature for this area ) and, this was painted black as well to simulate the opening.
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All the ECM blisters were painted as well.
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Using my reference photos, I also painted any openings on the belly of the jet black to simulate the openings as well.
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And finally, the Chaff / Flare buckets were painted.
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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by air one » Wed Jul 04, 2018 10:53 am

Master job Steve...
As usual!
Awesome!

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Re: JSI Tomcat - Super Detailing???

Post by A-10LOADER » Wed Jul 04, 2018 11:45 am

air one wrote:Master job Steve...
As usual!
Awesome!
Thanks very much air one, very much appreciated.
Your thread is in need of an update soon.


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