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Grey Wolf
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Super! Looks like you can do a super accurate USS Cobia straight from the box according to the review posted above. That's the one I would have wanted to do anyway, seeing as how its the first fleet boat I ever toured and the one I have visited most (Manitowoc should be a regular pilgrimage for any Chicago-area subnut
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Born to Run Silent
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I just got this model as a birthday present from Dan, so I am clearing the deck to begin. Has anyone built this model yet? Got any tips?
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Now thats a nice birthday gift!
Havent build it, but here's a tip. make a Model under construction Thread ![]() and keep us updated on how the models start to take shape! because others can give you tips in the progess, and others can learn from your build ![]() HunterICX
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Thanks, guys! Wow, I'm excited to begin.
So, what is a "detail set"? Some higher quality parts to replace the stock parts?
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yeah, detailed sets or photoetched sets are just replacement pieces with greater detail for the stock!
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Master of Defense
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Yep, higher quality, greater detail, or even custom parts for conversion. Take a look at the great work being done by Siera in his 1/72 U-boat construction thread.
For example, I just ordered a laser-cut wooden deck for my 1/72 Type IIa U-boat kit, to replace the stock plastic one. ![]() |
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Holy.... Bill... I don't want this guy to hate me cause he now has to cough up 500$ for extra detail.
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Rear Admiral
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I got this model a third of the way finished, havent realy had enough time to finish it. This model is huge though. It streches 4+ feet when fully assembled. It is as long as my queen size waterbed is wide.
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Just to add to what Herr Pete and Bill said: That's what I was talking about when we looked at the model at your place - the deck was filled with holes, and the photo-etched deck set that Bill linked has this.
http://www.squadron.com/ItemDetails.asp?item=EU53028 The deck plates now have real holes in them. Of course Dan is right too; all this can get expensive.
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Grey Wolf
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Have a look at this link:
http://www.rokket.biz/models/modelsw...allessio.shtml The best place to visit for the Gato class subs, and some unusual custom aftermarket parts, aswell as tips and advice You can find here: http://models.rokket.biz/index.php Good luck with the build Bill. ![]() |
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It took the better part of the night but I just finished reading Siara's U-boat thread. There's no way I am going to try the stuff he masters, I don't have that kind of skill ![]() I may try some of the parts you listed to see how they look, though. :hmm: Don't worry, Dan, I'll always have the great story to tell about this model ![]() My model build thread begins here. Neal Last edited by Onkel Neal; 10-19-08 at 11:08 PM. |
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