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Originally posted by jetfool View PostGreat picture. Glad to see him wear his MOH. Glad your friend recognized the medal and spent time talking
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davegee Only Heartburn? Gotta love our gov't schools I give the benefit of the doubt to most, but 'a weapon'...seriously? Best, SteveI solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
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Steve, I think that was accompanied by steam coming out of the ears, too! Not to put too fine a point on it, but as I recall, that was during a time before TSA, pre 9/11 (not that I am a TSA fan!) but the airlines were tasked with paying through private companies to provide processing and security of passengers in the airport terminals. Needless to say, some of those hired, at minimum pay, weren't our finest representatives of airport and airline passenger security!
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True, I recall those airport pre-911 days and little did we realize, that was only the beginning. Disclaimer on my part, I believe for the most part TSA does a thankless job decently. I have had few issues other than time which has always been an issue. As for our gov't schools, that's getting difficult to justify their results. Best, LB
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Originally posted by davegee View Post
Steve, I think that was accompanied by steam coming out of the ears, too! Not to put too fine a point on it, but as I recall, that was during a time before TSA, pre 9/11 (not that I am a TSA fan!) but the airlines were tasked with paying through private companies to provide processing and security of passengers in the airport terminals. Needless to say, some of those hired, at minimum pay, weren't our finest representatives of airport and airline passenger security!
And, keeping to the general topic of Corsairs, in 1944 Foss took command of VMF-115, a Corsair squadron that saw considerable action in the Philippines.
Here is the link for those wanting to read it: https://www.cnn.com/2002/US/02/27/war.hero.cnna/
cheers,
davegee
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Thanks Steve. I gave him all your parameters for set-up. He and his teacher set it up and looks like it is going to be a nice cockpit. What do you do first to start painting, wash with soap and water, sand, prime
then paint? My first time finishing 3-d parts. I have watched the videos on here and practicing.
Going to be a great x- mas for me this year. Birthday is next week and wife has ordered the Tiger Tank Pro from Motion today for b-day present. Got everything paid off and enjoying retirement. Rex
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Originally posted by jetfool View PostThanks Steve. I gave him all your parameters for set-up. He and his teacher set it up and looks like it is going to be a nice cockpit. What do you do first to start painting, wash with soap and water, sand, prime, then paint? My first time finishing 3-d parts. I have watched the videos on here and practicing.
Going to be a great x- mas for me this year. Birthday is next week and wife has ordered the Tiger Tank Pro from Motion today for b-day present. Got everything paid off and enjoying retirement. Rex
Congrats on the King Tiger and Happy B-Day ! Should be a great building season at your place.
Any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to ask. Best as always. SteveI solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
You'll never be good at something unless you're willing to suck at it first.~Anonymous~
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Originally posted by Elbee View Post
Rex, Other than ABS, most 3D prints using PLA or PETG plastics do not sand well. Depending on the detail level, examine the part for major defects, these can be filled with Thick CA. The parts you have printed are going to need some clean up as the curved side panels were printed with supports most likely. Those can be testy to sand/cut away, but you've no doubt done this before. . You can use a Bic lighter to quickly melt away the fine hairs and goobers if need be. A good off the shelf primer will work, I use Black or Dark Grey Rust-Oleum from Home depot. I usually do not sand the parts after priming. Any enamel, acrylic or lacquer paints will work as long as the primer is dry.
Congrats on the King Tiger and Happy B-Day ! Should be a great building season at your place.
Any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to ask. Best as always. Steve
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Oh Boy!,
Santa just let me know that I've been a very good boy and I have a special present on the way!.
A BUBBLE TOP CORSAIR!
Happy dance time!.
Boy is the Wallsburg Warbird Works going to be busy this next year.
Time to text Callie for the decorations for my Christmas present. Yay!.
Big box with blue tape hurry, hurry, hurry...
Aghh...
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Originally posted by Spad Driver View PostI have a special present on the way! A BUBBLE TOP CORSAIR! Happy dance time!. Aghh...Congratulations! Merry Christmas!!
Best to you and yours, LBI solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
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Originally posted by Whiskey Bravo View PostIs there anyway to remove some of the decals I have installed to make a change and not remove the paint on the foam?I solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
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Originally posted by Elbee View Post
WB, probably not. I know that sounds terrible, but no use sugar coating it. I have fixed similar spots with Sherwin-Williams light weight wall filler, primer and matching paint. It is a process. If you pull the marking across itself, rather than up and away from the airframe, sometimes you can lessen/avoid some damage. i wish you the best, Sir. Let us know how it all turns out. Best, LB
Good luck!
davegee
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Davegee,
2019 my wife and I took our trip to Florida and visited the Naval Museum. Saw your Corsair and it is amazing. Then we visited the Valiant Museum and I spent close to an hour and half just looking, taking pictures and taking notes on all the details you added to your P-47 that they have under glass. Amazing! I have an old Scale R/C magazine of you and Bob Frey flying it in competition. Came home and added (Stole) many of your details on my Yellow P-47. Your work gave me the encouragement to try more details on mine. For that I Thank You, Rex
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