Bf 109 G-14/U4

[Impisi]

Don't know where you got that image from, I found it in that book and there it written "White 5"

 

[jknaus]

Don't know where you got that image from, I found it in that book and there it written "White 5"

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Awesome, thank you. I just found that book this morning, but have not read through it yet. Many thanks.
Also reading the instructions I am certain there was no yellow band on the tail. I'm still not sure about the spiral, but will go with it anyways.
Appreciate the help.
James

 

[Heavens Eagle]

On the Fw 190 A8-R11 I built a while back the lower parts of the cross on the fuselage were painted over with RLM76.

My build

and the reference photo.

You really have to do diligence to get as close as possible to the original.

 

[Piet]

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beter pic ,you can see the WerkNr on its tail

 

[Impisi]

I searched my books and offer this

the first Image could be the right one, but I'm not sure and the second does not look correct - well judge yourself - the last two images are from some german web sides

book/magazine title always first

 

[jknaus]

Very cool, thank you. The first one beside the 109 with red landing gear isnt the same aircraft, but I do like the blue defence of the Reich bands on the tail. For anyone who doesnt know, the red landing gear showed that aircraft took higher octane C4 fuel instead of the normal B4 fuel. The ground crew could tell from a distance which aircraft required the higher octane. I didnt notice that profile in the mushroom book, will have to look again. Unfortunately they are using the wrong colours as everywhere else shows the bird with RLM 74, 75, 76 scheme and not the RLM 76, 80, 82 scheme. Still it does reinforce the impression that there was no tail band so very helpful. I got all of my pictures so far from the German site but not had much luck other places. I like the white 5 thats laying on its side because of the open panels. Unfortunately its not my bird as it has a black tail band. I am very convinced though from the various pictures of my bird and others that it isnt a dark paint beneath the cockpit, but rather exhaust from bad fuel fouling the sides I really appreciate the extra info Martin, thank you. Some good info and also more places to check details. Great stuff. Actually this is really pushing me to keep going. Thanks everyone.
James

 

[jknaus]

Okay a bit of work done. Pictures later today. I am waffeling now so will accept some help. I didnt realize I ordered another set of decals, but I did. This means I might need to get another kit as there is a scheme I really like. So flip flopping between which bird to do. You've all seen the scheme I picked and a lot of ref pics and advice were given which is awesome. But I also like this scheme from 4 JG 77.

The decals come with blue and red shield markings. From looking at the first photo I would say red is probably correct as it does not match the blue 3. The Eduard markings are too light blue by the way.
So what do you guys think? Stay with White 5 or do Blue 3?
James

 

[moon puppy]

Blue 3 with the red insignia, or both!!

 

[jknaus]

Blue 3 with the red insignia, or both!!

With the red insignia.

 

[Rhino]

Blue & red. I'm surprised the serpent badge isn't handed to face forward on both sides.

 

[jknaus]

A few pics. About as far as I am going on the engine as I wont have the cowlings open. Also the Quintas IP. Man it is amazing.

 

[moon puppy]

Looks great James.

 

[jknaus]

Thanks Bob. Unfortunately I wont be back to it for a bit. Had to order some Micro Metal Foil Adhesive for the decals and Saturday will be down to Edmonton for the AMPS contest and to visit with the Grand Kids and family. Maybe Sunday can get back into it if I'm lucky. Still feeling pumped to build this so maybe the mojo is finally back.

 

[moon puppy]

Had to order some Micro Metal Foil Adhesive for the decals

I used Alclad Aqua clear for the adhesive.

till feeling pumped to build this so maybe the mojo is finally back.

Amps show, time with the kids and got the mojo?! All Wins James, go man GO!

 

[jknaus]

A little bit of work this morning. Frames in and working on the cockpit. Man those Quinta decals are amazing. Filled in a panel and hole that are not on this build as well as removing the umbrella supports on the left side of the cockpit.
Pics not great, still trying to figure out my phone.

 

[moon puppy]

Looking good James.

 

[centaur567]

Wow!! Nice detail. Gary S.

 

[Impisi]

Looks good! Those detail sets are getting better and better, where does this lead to, I wonder.

 

[jknaus]

Looks good! Those detail sets are getting better and better, where does this lead to, I wonder.

Details which might be beyond beginners, those a little less talented and those of us who's age makes it harder to see or to do now, are within our grasp, it will just cost. Meanwhile those who can and wish to make their own details can carry on and they can also make 3D updates to do even more.
James

 

[Heavens Eagle]

I have been well impressed with the Quinta decals. I had some trouble with the seat belts on my Ju87A. I am going to be working on the seats for my Ju88 this next week and am going to try some things on the seat belts for them using different adhesives. On the Ju87 I used some CA to tack them together and such and had some trouble with them breaking at short bends. Places like the lap belts wrapping from the side of the seat around into the bucket didn't like the sharp curve so I am going to try something.
Hold off on the belts till I do and I will let you know what I did and how it went.