Hawkeye's Squawkbox

Scale Modeling Tip: Spinning Propellers

Gerald Voigt — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:18:17 +0000

This tip is from fellow modeler Frank “oldHooker” White who shows us an easy method to replicate spinning propellers on a static scale model. I have several models that can benefit from this as they are being assembled. What this technique also helps with are those models I have in my collection with damaged or missing [...]

Scale Modeling Tips: Hold That Model III

Gerald Voigt — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:41:31 +0000

Couple of quick tips for Holding that model. First the simple but always useful clothespin. I like to reverse the wooden parts to make a better and longer clamp that can be augmented with a rubber band to give the jaws greater tension. Cooper tubing becomes an impromptu handle. I used two pieces of cooper tubing [...]

Texaco Airacobra

Gerald Voigt — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:00:48 +0000

Just having a little fun. I thought I share these images with you of something I am trying to get done before Family Flightfest. I started out using the kits US insignia, but quickly realized that the Texaco Star would be more appropriate. I have quit a bit yet to do…cockpit, install landing gear, canopy and [...]