Michael Novosad
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F-4J Phantom Hypersonic Models Stabilator Upgrade, Part 3Published:
The Zoukei Mura KitRefer to Part 1 for the construction of this fine model kit. There have been a number of positive reviews for the Zoukei Mura F-4 Phantom series of model kits, and I cannot add anything new, other than these are really great kits. I would encourage anyone interested in this airraft to purchase any Zoukei Mura Phantom. You will not be sorry. Aftemarket Accessories UsedSeveral months ago I had the opportunity to review the following Hypersonic Models aftermarket accessory set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom sometime in 2020. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize the Hypersonic Models set. Since the Zoukei Mura Phantom have had their fair… more |
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F-4J Phantom and New Ware F-4J/S Phantom EXPERT Canopy Masks, Part 5Published:
The Zoukei Mura KitRefer to Part 1 for the base construction of this fine model kit. New Ware masks are part NWAM0332 and cost $8.62 Aftemarket Accessories UsedSeveral months ago I had the opportunity to review the New Ware Expert Kabuki canopy mask set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom sometime later. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize this set. Since the Zoukei Mura Phantom have had their fair share of reviews I will focus my efforts on describing the use of the New Ware canopy masks. Masking and PaintingThis mask set comes in two small sheets and a single page instruction sheet showing the individual masks locations on the two backer sheets… more |
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F-4J Phantom with Hypersonic Models Canopy Upgrade, Part 2Published:
Aftemarket Accessories UsedSeveral months ago I had the opportunity to review the following Hypersonic Models aftermarket accessory set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize this set. Since the Zoukei Mura Phantom has had its share of reviews I will focus my efforts on describing the modifications to the kit with the inclusion of the following Hypersonic Models accessory set into the build.
In addition, I used the New Ware F-4J/S Phantom Expert kabuki masks for this model. See my previous… more |
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Messerschmitt Me 410 A-1Published:
ContentsThis book is a compilation of the 4-view colour profile, scale plans and photo details of the single variant of the Messerschmitt Me 410 A-1. Scale plans in 1/72 ( the Italeri kt is available) and 1/48 (Meng and Revell kits are available) scales plus drawings from wartime technical manuals. Also included are photos of the aircraft details in black and white and colour. The first three pages are dedicated to 1/72 scale line drawings, including right and left sides, plus top and bottom views. These pages include wing details without airbrakes and the forward fuselage details of the BK-5 (50mm cannon) equipped Me 410 A-1/U4. Next several pages including a foldout section for the 1/48 scale drawings. Excellant detail included therein. I especially… more |
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F-4J/S Canopy Mask for Zoukei MuraPublished:
Company BackgroundNew Ware is a company in the Czech Republic that is well know to spacecraft modelers. They were new to me. I looked into their website and the text is a mix of English and Czech, and it is noted that Russian, German and Italian are also spoken. They offer kabuki-type masks for many of the popular scales from 1/24 down to the diminuative 1/144, plus eggplanes. Their on-line catalog is broken down by scale, with a further breakdown for model kit manufacturer. Each mask description for the kit noted with details for the contents such as all clear parts, interior (when offered), other clear parts and wheels. Contents DescriptionThere are two sets of canopy masks included: exterior and interior. This set is noted as "expert" on the… more |
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F-4 Phantom Stabilator UpgradePublished:
From the WebsiteHypersonic Models are currently located in Sennan City, Osaka prefecture, Japan, and products are manufactured, packed and shipped from there. All items for sale here are original Hypersonic Models' products, we don't act as re-sellers for other brands' or companies' products This is an upgrade set for Zoukei Mura Phantoms. With the kit, the stabilators can only be mounted in one position (neutral). With this set, you can set the stabilators in any one of three possible positions of your choice and improve the detail on the stabilator pivot cover plates as well. Also included are the reinforcement "fish" plates found on Air Force Phantom stabilators (not found in the ZM kits). Photos show how a "pitch up" and "pich down" position looks like before the… more |
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F-4 Phantom Canopy Details for Zoukei-Mura KitsPublished:
About HM (from the website)Hypersonic Models are currently located in Sennan City, Osaka prefecture, Japan, and products are manufactured, packed and shipped from there. All items for sale here are original Hypersonic Models' products, we don't act as re-sellers for other brands' or companies' products. Contents DescriptionThe parts and instructions come in a small, sturdy cardboard package with a flip top lid. The detail set is comprised of resin and PE parts for windscreen, forward-, center- and rear canopies and includes canopy actuator jacks, safety uplocks (optional installation), detailed downlocks, forward and rear compasses and various detail parts for the center canopy section. Parts are included for all major variants: F-4B/N, F-4C/D, F-4J/S, F-… more |
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F-4 Phantom Fuselage Corrections for Zoukei-Mura KitsPublished:
About Hypersonic Models (from the website)Hypersonic Models are currently located in Sennan City, Osaka prefecture, Japan, and products are manufactured, packed and shipped from there. All items for sale here are original Hypersonic Models' products, we don't act as re-sellers for other brands' or companies' products. Contents DescriptionThis is a set of aft fuselage half parts that correct the shape error on the engine shoulders of the Zoukei Mura short nose Phantoms. The parts are cast in an olive green resin, with fine recessed detail and panel lines. In addition to the re-shaped geometry, some additional surface detail has been included. This is not a drop-fit replacement set. Cutting of the fuselage is required, as well as some sanding of the… more |
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Mikoyan MiG-29 & MiG-35: Famous Russian AircraftPublished:
Introduction(from the Specialty Press website) Designed as a mass-produced and relatively cheap light tactical fighter, the MiG-29 first flew on October 6, 1977. After extensive flight testing, it entered production in 1982 and deliveries to the Soviet Air Force began in 1983. In addition to its main counter-air role, the aircraft had a useful air-to-ground capability, carrying free-fall bombs and unguided rockets. From the outset the MiG-29 had been steadily developed beyond the fourth generation with changes to the airframe, avionics and weapons systems and new variants were produced in the early 2000s. The MiG-29 known as the Fulcrum in the west, became both one of the Soviet Air Force's main fighter types and a successful Soviet export with nearly a third… more |
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F-14 (A/B) "Tomcat" Resin WheelsPublished:
Reskit is a Ukranian manufacturer of resin accessories for 1/32nd, 1/35th, 1/48th, and 1/72nd scale modern aircraft. Products include wheels, weapons, electronics pods and exhausts for various modern aircraft from the United States, France, Great Britain, Japan, and Russia. The web site is Ukrainian language but includes English translation. Select the scale and several product pages are shown. Contents DescriptionThis set includes five, individual castings: two main wheels with separate rear hubs and two nose gear wheels. The resin is a very dark, glossy grey color, and the detail is quite nice. All the tires have raised lettering on both sides. Each wheel must be removed from a small casting plug and the burr sanded smooth, while the main wheel rear hubs… more |