Now Enlisting: Grumman Campaign
Joel_W
Associate EditorNew York, United States
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Posted: Saturday, February 22, 2014 - 11:36 AM UTC
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Joel,
I agree on the time frame it does seem a long time, but as to my choice of a/c it is the only one on top of my desk so that is the one I will have to go with. I just need to look into my paint stash and either weed out the dried up bottles (clean them out and use for mixing) or add what I will need. I had not thought to check the glue either 
my bench is in a sorry state, but this campaign will put a fire under my seat to clean up, replinsh, and straighten things up around here. I will need to find some youth group to give the built projects to since there is no room to keep any.
Bob
Bob,
That's a tough deal that you have to give away your finished models. When we lived in a small one bedroom apartment, I kept my finished models in boxes on shelves in my closet.
I do keep my workbench and shelves spotlessly clean, and organized. It's part of the agreement with my wife. I've got an entire bedroom to myself for my hobbies, so a little extra time cleaning keeps everyone happy.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
Texas, United States
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Posted: Saturday, February 22, 2014 - 04:23 PM UTC
Joel, thanks for the concern but I like the building and there is only so much room any place that is home. Some kid will get a kick out of the model and maybe he or she will be inticed into the hobby.
Bob
If it aint broke dont fix it.
#042
England - North East, United Kingdom
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Posted: Wednesday, April 16, 2014 - 08:31 PM UTC
Time to stir up some interest again.
Decided to treat myself for the campaign and ordered some extras for the 1/48 F-14D Tomcat that I'll be doing
I realised after the bits arrived that I only have an the Hasegawa F-14A kit in the stash. All these 'D' part will fit but I now need need to find an aftermarket chin pod for an F-14D. Worse case I may have to scratch build one.
This was posted on the F-14 tomcat lovers facebook page and thought it was appropriate for the campaign.
Modellers Creed: This is my toolbox. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My toolbox is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. My toolbox, without me, is useless. Without my toolbox, I am useless.
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Thursday, April 17, 2014 - 03:01 AM UTC
Allen,
I enjoyed the video even though I did have a hard time figuring out all the single engine props. I think they're a F8F, F6F, & a F4F. The Panther and Tomcat were easy. The Tigercat was a surprise.
I'm thinking of joining you with a 1/48 scale F14A HobbyBoss kit. My build will be pretty much OOB with AM new seats and new exhaust cans.
July still seams years away.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
#042
England - North East, United Kingdom
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Posted: Thursday, April 17, 2014 - 03:27 AM UTC
According to the videos description
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Historic flyby of 6 Grumman Cats in formation at the "High on Kalamazoo" air show 1993. Formation includes the Grumman aircraft FM2 Wildcat, F6F-5 Hellcat, F7F-3P Tigercat, F8F-1D Bearcat, F9F Panther, F-14 Tomcat.
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July still seams years away.
I know how you feel but hopefully that will be enough time to finish my three current projects on the bench.
Modellers Creed: This is my toolbox. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My toolbox is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. My toolbox, without me, is useless. Without my toolbox, I am useless.
#439
Washington, United States
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Posted: Thursday, April 17, 2014 - 03:32 AM UTC
Hmm, F4F, F6F(x2?), TBM (x2), F9F-2, and an F-14 close to the desk. decisions, decisions
Hanger Queens in Waiting:
Monogram 1/72 F8F-1
Corsair the Sky Pirate - 1/72 Ace A-7D
Century Series - Airfix 1/72 F-105G
Anti Shipping - Academy 1/72 PBJ-1D
Academy 1/72 F-84E
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Thursday, April 17, 2014 - 04:03 AM UTC
Allen,
At least I got the types right. I'm into my 2nd week of applying the millions of stencils to my Academy 1/48 scale F4B. Still have the loads to do. At the rate I'm going, I'm hoping to be done by July.
Mark,
A TBM is always an excellent choice. What scale, and what manufacture?
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Monday, April 28, 2014 - 12:42 PM UTC
Well, our starting time is getting closer. Close enough so that I have to actually decide on what I'm going to build. I've narrowed down my choices to two Kinetic 1/48 scale kits: The S2-F Tracker, & the A6-E Intruder. If time permits, I'll try to squeeze in the Accurate Miniature's 1/48 scale F3F-1 as well, but I'm not counting on it.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
#439
Washington, United States
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Posted: Monday, April 28, 2014 - 12:54 PM UTC
I've got 2 TBF/M, both 1/72, an ancient Airfix and a old Minicraft / Academy.
Hanger Queens in Waiting:
Monogram 1/72 F8F-1
Corsair the Sky Pirate - 1/72 Ace A-7D
Century Series - Airfix 1/72 F-105G
Anti Shipping - Academy 1/72 PBJ-1D
Academy 1/72 F-84E
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Monday, April 28, 2014 - 01:07 PM UTC
Just saw Rowan's news post that Kitty Hawk is actually close to releasing not one, but two 1/48 scale Cougars: F9F-8 and TF-9J. So much for my narrowing down my list.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
New York, United States
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Posted: Sunday, May 18, 2014 - 07:16 AM UTC
I enlisted in this. Not my normal subject medium but because it is Grumman and my dad works for Northrop Grumman and they are moving out of Bethpage and off of Long Island this October... I just have to do it.
I just have a question: Are kits of Northrop aircraft before the merger of Grumman and Northrop included as well or just aircraft from Grumman and then Northrop Grumman?
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Texas, United States
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Posted: Sunday, May 18, 2014 - 07:28 AM UTC
I still plan on going with an Eduard Hellcat Mk.II 1/48.
Bob
If it aint broke dont fix it.
#363
Pennsylvania, United States
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Posted: Sunday, May 18, 2014 - 11:06 AM UTC
Hmm debating between Eduard's F6F-3, AMT's F7F-3, or Hobby Boss F8F-1; all in 1/48. I am leaning heavily towards the Tigercat, I've wanted to build it for quite a while.
On the Bench:
The Big Three: Eduard 1:48 Bf 109G-2 Trop
Radial Fighters: Hasegawa 1:48 Ki84 Frank
The Mighty Eighth: Eduard 1:48 P-51D-10
Nevada, United States
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Posted: Sunday, May 18, 2014 - 03:21 PM UTC
I started out thinking about building my F14. But now I'm leaning towards the F6F or maybe F3F.
A man's GOT to know his limitations
Surely you can't be serious.
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#042
England - North East, United Kingdom
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 12:28 AM UTC
Not long to go now
can't wait to get started on my F-14 but really need to buckle down and get the other projects on the bench finished
Modellers Creed: This is my toolbox. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My toolbox is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. My toolbox, without me, is useless. Without my toolbox, I am useless.
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 01:29 AM UTC
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Not long to go now can't wait to get started on my F-14 but really need to buckle down and get the other projects on the bench finished
Allen,
You read my mind. About 3 weeks to go. I'm still trying to finish up my 1/48 scale F-4B. Worst case scenario is that I start a week or so later. I just don't like to put a project aside to start another one, then have to go back to it. It's just tough for me to get my Mojo working again for that build.
And I'm still changing my mind, now almost daily as what to build. I already know that the old Accurate Miniature F34F-1 will be one of two kits. Just keep on changing what the other kit will be.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
#439
Washington, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 03:47 AM UTC
Hmmmm, still thinking about an F8F, but there's a Hellcat and an Avenger calling my name too.
Hanger Queens in Waiting:
Monogram 1/72 F8F-1
Corsair the Sky Pirate - 1/72 Ace A-7D
Century Series - Airfix 1/72 F-105G
Anti Shipping - Academy 1/72 PBJ-1D
Academy 1/72 F-84E
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 04:17 AM UTC
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Hmmmm, still thinking about an F8F, but there's a Hellcat and an Avenger calling my name too.
Mark,
I've been hearing those same voices.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
#439
Washington, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 09:39 AM UTC
Tell me about it, I've got several Wildcats, a couple of Hellcats, a Tigercat, a Bearcat, a Panther, a Cougar, a Tomcat. a couple of Avengers, a Stoof, and a Hunter Killer pair.. that I can think of without checking the master list...
Hanger Queens in Waiting:
Monogram 1/72 F8F-1
Corsair the Sky Pirate - 1/72 Ace A-7D
Century Series - Airfix 1/72 F-105G
Anti Shipping - Academy 1/72 PBJ-1D
Academy 1/72 F-84E
Texas, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 12:59 PM UTC
Mark are you still hearing those voices
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Bob
If it aint broke dont fix it.
MichaelSatin
Campaigns Administrator Colorado, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 01:48 PM UTC
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And I'm still changing my mind, now almost daily as what to build. I already know that the old Accurate Miniature F34F-1 will be one of two kits. Just keep on changing what the other kit will be.
Joel
Holy crap Joel, the ultra-elusive F34F?! You GOTTA do that!!
Michael
On the bench:
Sorta depends on your definition of "on the bench"...
New York, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 01:57 PM UTC
Would we also be able to do aircraft that were joint projects? Such as the EA-18G Growler. It was a joint project between Boeing and Northrop Grumman.
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England - South East, United Kingdom
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 03:21 PM UTC
OK as we're getting close to the start date it's time for me to decide, so since I'm also in the FAA campaign which I haven't started yet I'm going to build two F6F's at the same time from the Eduard dual FAA boxing. Which will be for which campaign I'll work out when I start so that's a Hellcat Mk.I and Hellcat Mk.II dual build.
On the bench...
Italeri A129 Mangusta
British Bulldog Spitfire theme build
#439
Washington, United States
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Posted: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 - 04:34 PM UTC
@Bob, you're just jealous that they don't talk to you.
Hanger Queens in Waiting:
Monogram 1/72 F8F-1
Corsair the Sky Pirate - 1/72 Ace A-7D
Century Series - Airfix 1/72 F-105G
Anti Shipping - Academy 1/72 PBJ-1D
Academy 1/72 F-84E
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
Joined: December 04, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, June 05, 2014 - 02:07 AM UTC
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Would we also be able to do aircraft that were joint projects? Such as the EA-18G Growler. It was a joint project between Boeing and Northrop Grumman.
Michael,
A joint project between more then one manufacturer certainly would be allowed if the base aircraft they started with was a Grumman design. In the specific case of the EA-18G, it is a specialized version of the two-seat F/A-18F Super Hornet. The Growler's electronic warfare capability is primarily provided by Northrop Grumman, not the overall design of the aircraft. So in this case I would have to say that it isn't allowed under the present rules.
Joel
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On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
Just Completed:
Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
