Fred Wilms
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EA-6B UndercarriagePublished: May 6, 2011 ConstructionThis kit contains 56 photo etched parts. There were 3 extra parts, namely an extra hold down shackle. The photo etched parts were in perfect condition. These details were used in the 3 wheel well areas. They all fit well except one area. A notch was made in one corner item -- as shown in the photo. The area modified was in the main landing gear tie into the deck… more |
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EA-6B Electronic EquipmentPublished: May 6, 2011 ConstructionThis kit contains two photo etched sheets with 33 parts. The photo etched parts were in perfect condition. The details were used in the aft electronics bay. The unit folds down and is called the birdcage. This unit will be placed in the down position. The assembly is straight forward and fairly simple to assemble. I did not use the bend brake for this project. … more |
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E-2C 2000 Hawkeye Cockpit InteriorPublished: February 13, 2011 ConstructionEdward has produced an E-2C Hawkeye photo-etched cockpit installation and seat detail system, pre-finished and with adhesive backing. Photo-etched parts were in perfect condition. The instructions were excellent for the most part, but I believe they forgot to show where the face air outlets (eye balls) and fire warning instrument system were located. Per my… more |
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Fieseler Fi 156C Storch 'Gran Sasso'Published: January 28, 2011 History: The Fieseler Fi 156 is a fabric and steel tube constructed 3 place liaison aircraft. It is noted for its short takeoff and landing characteristics used by all the German forces. It’s primarily used by German upper echelon personnel including Hitler himself. It also played a major role in a daring rescue of the imprisoned Italian dictator Benito Mussolini.First… more |
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Ju88a-4 Bomber + Luftwaffe Ground CrewPublished: January 15, 2011 Editor's note: This kit is from Dragon's Cyberhobby line. HISTORY:The JU88 can be considered Germany’s equivalent to the British Mosquito. Production of the JU88 family totaled about 1,500 aircraft. The bomber first flew in December 1936. The aircraft had several engine variations, from water-cooled to air-cooled radials. Its top air speed was 292 mph,… more |
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Hawker MK1B TyphoonPublished: December 5, 2010 HistoryThe Hawker MK1B Typhoon is a British made aircraft and one of the most formidable used in WWII. It was used as a bomber/interceptor and also as a ground support aircraft. Top speed of this aircraft was 417 mph. and it could climb to 20,000 ft. in 7.6 min. The KitThe kit is made up of injection molded gray plastic parts. The details were excellent with… more |
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Panzerwerfer 42 auf MaultierPublished: April 1, 2022 HistoryThe use of multiple rocket launchers by the German armed forces during WWII was quite extensive. The mobile version of a 150mm rocket launcher type 42 was mounted on a half track Sd Kfz 4 Maultier. It guaranteed a high mobility, especially in off-road conditions. The KitThe kit is made up of injection molded gray plastic parts. The details were in excellent… more |
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German Sd.Kfz. 251 EnginePublished: September 23, 2021 KitThe kit is made up of injection molded gray plastic parts. All the parts were numbered and bagged, matching the corresponding numbers on the assembly instructions located on the back of the box. The details were in excellent condition, with no defects. Minimal or no flashing on the details and a small sheet of brass etched details. Engine Specifications
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