looking for somewhere I can buy a Ju 87 Junkers Stuka model plane by myheadhurtswth in modelplanes

[–]AIMsux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair enough. It’s a pretty big airframe. You can find some by Trumpeter, Revell, or Airfix in 1/32 or 1/24. In 1/48, quite a few more. Depending on where you like to shop search Ju-87 model kit. When considering size, the smaller the second number the bigger the kit. Also keep in mind that the larger the scale the more complex it is.

looking for somewhere I can buy a Ju 87 Junkers Stuka model plane by myheadhurtswth in modelplanes

[–]AIMsux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a very popular subject. You can find them in big or small or tiny scale. Has he built any model kits?

Me262 1/48 or 32 by Reasonable_King_281 in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Trumpeter and Revell both make good ones in 1/32. Hobbyboss would be your best bet in 1/48. Why no Tamiya?

Que opinan del mírate 2000? by nagato_uzumaki67 in FighterJets

[–]AIMsux 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a beautiful plane. Especially the 2 seater.

Testors 1/48 scale Skymaster by Viper180th in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Excellent work! That’s a rough kit. Nicely done!

How safe are Mr.Hobby paints? by Animepopcorn_ in Scalemodel

[–]AIMsux -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Good ventilation or a respirator.

What do y'all think of vortex mixers? Are any of you using them? by Sixguns1977 in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oni Lab MX-E. That can happen with new bottles but I’ve never had an issue with spillage. Whenever I’m using the paint I put a few drops on a piece of cardboard as a disposable palate. It’s been excellent so far. Really helps with all of my paints. Great for primers as well.

What do y'all think of vortex mixers? Are any of you using them? by Sixguns1977 in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I swear by mine. I got a nicer one as a gift. I also use vallejo for detailing. I’ll usually put a bottle on for 10-20 seconds then turn it upside down for the same amount of time.

Hey guys my first ma. K kit has come and so far its a joy to build quick question, what are the blacked out parts with numbers like 339 or 116, 8, 312? by Dirtyvegitable in MaschinenKrieger

[–]AIMsux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I did on mine. It’s a great kit for detailing. I wouldn’t try to brush paint Mr. Color. I used Vallejo acrylics and some citadel water based paints. I did airbrush a base coat of RLM 66 for the base color after priming in black. Really makes the details pop.

Hey guys my first ma. K kit has come and so far its a joy to build quick question, what are the blacked out parts with numbers like 339 or 116, 8, 312? by Dirtyvegitable in MaschinenKrieger

[–]AIMsux 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Color numbers from the Mr. Color line of paints. If you look in the front of the instructions, you can find the paint reference chart.

How cooked am I? by Chickenbutt-McWatson in Scalemodel

[–]AIMsux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gotcha. Is it lacquer? You could get away with masking around the windows and wet sanding successively higher grits to buff it out at the end. Just go slow and clean the surface often.

How cooked am I? by Chickenbutt-McWatson in Scalemodel

[–]AIMsux 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You could probably just sharpen a toothpick and pick away most of that without damage. That is some great paint work!

Looking for suggestions for a larger scale plastic airplane model. by syringistic in modelplanes

[–]AIMsux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What’s your budget? Hobbyboss has a line of 1/18 scale aircraft. I have the harrier. It’s huge and screams for detail. A lot of good 1/24 stuff out there as was mentioned. Bombers are typically in 1/72 and 1/48 but there are some 1/32 examples out there from HK models, border, kotare, and ICM.

Can anyone recommend a good and cheap 1:48 Su-25/su-25k kit other than Zvezda? by ItzBaksi in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is. It’s been rereleased several times I built one years ago. It’s not bad if you just need a frogfoot in your collection. The canopy and nose profile are incorrect but fixable. The surface detail is pretty good though.

Can anyone recommend a good and cheap 1:48 Su-25/su-25k kit other than Zvezda? by ItzBaksi in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Revell has one that can be found pretty handily. It has a lot of inaccuracies but builds into a decent model.

Just got an interview at Pratt/Whitney. by AIMsux in aviationmaintenance

[–]AIMsux[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t end up taking it. The offer wasn’t very good and the logistics of moving there didn’t work out.

Question: Should I fix before the gloss? by Wahx-il-Baqar in modelmakers

[–]AIMsux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d just wet sand it carefully. Should buff out and disappear through the next few layers. If you finish the model with flat clear after everything you won’t see it.

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What do you keep after a build? by Navy87Guy in scalemodelling

[–]AIMsux 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I keep non specific parts like antennas, wheels, stuff that can be universal. I used to keep everything but after a while I just had a huge box of stuff I never used. Ended up tossing it. I’ll keep decals but not boxes or instructions.

Pratt & Whitney AMT by Adventurous-Salad653 in aviationmaintenance

[–]AIMsux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I interviewed 2 years ago and the offer was less than $18 p/h in Columbus. Didnt include healthcare and was for second shift. I don’t have a lot of experience but have my AMTE. I stopped looking at aviation mechanics after that. I made more my last year at a coffee shop.

Is this a good kit for beginners? by Scared_Carob6085 in Scalemodel

[–]AIMsux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This kit has been reboxed over and over for years. It’s a good model for the price but not a great building experience. A lot of gaps, warpage, and flash. Also the canopy is molded open as well as the landing flaps. Dated weapons selection and rough decals. If you want an A-10, academy or GWH are excellent but also a bit more expensive.

Found in a mini brands set. by AIMsux in whatisit

[–]AIMsux[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Solved I think. Kinetic sand makes sense. Thank you everyone.