Doug Cole
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McLaren MP4/2CPublished: February 21, 2024 The McLaren MP4/2C is a legendary Formula 1 racing car that debuted in the 1986 season. Designed by Gordon Murray, the MP4/2C was highly successful. The car featured an aerodynamic design and innovative technical advancements. Powered by a turbocharged TAG Porsche engine combined with the car's lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics, it was hailed as a marvel of engineering,… more |
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DHC-6 Twin Otters Decal SetPublished: January 20, 2024 This set of decals was released by Iliad Designs in 2021 and includes the following markings for some unusual DHC-6 Twin Otters. Markings for the De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter and the DHC-6-300 Twin Otter in these liveries
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More DHC-6 Twin Otters Decal SetPublished: January 20, 2024 Iliad Designs has released a new sheet for the DHC-6 Twin Otter, which is their second. The subject aircraft has seen extensive service with various nations. There are six sets of markings. The first is a short-nosed aircraft with United Nations insignia. The second is a USAF Academy plane with period WWII markings. The third livery is of the Ethiopian Army. Next is the Panamanian Navy… more |
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Piper L4 Cub Grasshopper Detail (2 Sets)Published: January 20, 2024 The ItemIf you want to bring your Piper L4 Cub Grasshopper aircraft kit to the next level, this excellent detail set is just the thing for you. This extensive PE sheet set has most of the appliqués that can be added to the kit to provide a fully detailed rendering of the Piper L4 Cub aircraft. In addition, acetate window sections and resin cockpit and wheel sets are also included … more |
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Hawker Tempest Mk.V Vacu CanopyPublished: January 20, 2024 The ItemIf you want to bring your Mark I Hawker Tempest Mk.V aircraft kit to the next level, this excellent canopy set is just the thing for you. This crystal clear vacu-formed canopy provides an excellent viewing piece for the cockpit area Adhesion can be done in a variety of ways including thin cements, paint, or even floor polish, depending on the part’s requirements.… more |
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Curtiss SNC-1 Falcon II Landing Gear SetPublished: January 19, 2024 The Item If you want to bring your 1:48 scale Curtiss SNC-1 Falcon II Aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 14-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Dora Wings model… more |
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Sidewinder Show Rod by Tom DanielPublished: January 16, 2024 I was simply elated when Atlantis Models not only rescued the tooling for the Sidewinder Custom Show Rod from the boneyard, but released it with special burnt copper brightwork and a spectacular new set of decals, designed by Tom’s son Kelly Daniel. It’s kit number M2210 and has around 40 pieces in 1/24 scale kit. Fig 1) I’ve always loved Tom Daniel kits and this one hasn’t been seen… more |
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'71 Boss 351 MustangPublished: December 4, 2023 The Boss 351 was a perfect blend of the previous “Boss” 302 & 429 Mustangs, and nearly as rare with only 1,806 of the 351’s produced. But the golden age of muscle cars was quickly dying out, and the Boss 351 was only built for one year. With twin Ram Air hood scoops feeding a specially modified 330-horsepower 351-cubic-inch “Cleveland” V-8, the Boss 351 had plenty of power. … more |
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Glowing Ghost of the Red BaronPublished: August 10, 2023 Atlantis Models gets credit for another Tom Daniel classic save by resurrecting the Glowing Ghost of the Red Baron kit Atlantis M6742-Model Kit. At 1:4 scale it’s easy to work with and It’s a great kit for beginners too. Attesting to its popularity the kit’s been re-released a few times in various versions as well as, but this fresh new 2023 offering by Atlantis Models is the first… more |
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Porsche Carrera RSR TurboPublished: August 10, 2023 For the 1974 racing season, four Porsche 911 Turbo Carrera RSR cars were produced for the Martini Racing Team introducing a turbo boost to the 911 platform. Powered by a 2.1 L turbo-charged engine providing nearly 500 HP, the #22 car driven by Muller & van Lennep took second place at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race. This 2023 model kit re-release has been issued numerous times by… more |