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Patryk S.
Following!

Neil
Welcome Patryk! 🙂

Stefan Fraundorfer
I'll take a close look at your model. I have the same one in my stash and would like to build it myself in the near future. Have fun Neil!

J35J
Taking a chair👍🏻

Mark Sherwood
Parked the 360, watching. You should have prolific as your middle name, the amount of builds dude. It would make me more confused than I am. Hurrichurchspitwell anyone. 🤟😵‍💫🤘😵‍💫🖖😵‍💫👍🤣🥸

Robert Podkoński
Taking a seat of course!

Chris
Che bello aereo!

Neil
Wow! Welcome all. Really great to have interest from such a talented bunch of fellow modellers. @stephan, looking forward to your version very much also 👍👍 @mark, I know, I'm a bit nuts! I love having lots of the go, takes a while to complete and I'm useless at doing reveal photos. But it keeps it all fresh for me! My job is all about multiple projects, so similar state of mind! 😂

John
I do NOT envy you your masking job but it should look amazing when you finish (or run out of tape). 👍

Neil
Hi John, thanks for your interest mate. I should be ok tbh as the kit comes with a superdecal (cheat) sheet! So although there's some stressful masking on a metallic finish, it's hopefully all doable 👍 I've added some more images today. Thanks for your likes also to all who've dropped by too 🙂

J35J
Looking great! 👍🏻

Donald Dickson II
I did this one as well. Those decals are actually pretty good.

I tried acrylic metallics for the first and last time on this one. When I removed the masking for the red, it pulled EVERYTHING, primer included, right up. The finish was awesome until then. Alclad and Metalizer for me from there out.
Diavoli Rossi F-84 | Album by smokeriderdon (1:48)

Neil
Hi J35J - thanks very much 👍 🙂

Hi Donald, Yes, I agree, the kit decals are nice - though they are on the thicker side. On application they hide a lot of the kits surface detail in my opinion. However subsequent passes with more (and more!) softening and setting solution is doing them justice - more pictures to follow. Sorry to hear of your paint issues when building. Yes. My version is painted solely with Vallejo acrylics: Vallejo primer, Vallejo colour and Metal Colour 👍 You rescued your version well, looks good 🙂

Donald Dickson II
Thank you. In person you can see the areas that pulled fairly clearly.

I used Solvaset on the decals. That managed to get them to settle down fairly well. But yeah, it did hide a bit. BUT, i liked the thickness as those large ones required a good bit of fiddling to get where they needed to be and they stood up to the handling perfectly.

Francky
Metalisers require a certain sense of masochism 🙂 I always try to paint the metaliser last, although mskign the red in this case is challenging, I admit. In general, the sequence of paints is very important in all cases and is certainly important with pesky colors such as yellow

Christian W
I finally started this thing.

István Szücs
I'm curious for the final result!

Christian W
Me too 😉 I think I'm going on with that hood. The chances to get the right on ist nearly Zero.

Chris Parsons
Aah….been there, done that. I know your pain young Jedi!
I had the original as well at one time, re-powered with a 68 440 six pack, never going back to build another real "muscle car" but nice to have a representation of it at the least.
I converted the AMT 1971 body to a 73/74 body (it's a much cleaner mold) but used parts from Revell/ Monogram B body kits to get there in the end…musta used at least 4 other kits for parts. Scariest part was changing the rear side windows shapes from sweeping up to sweeping down. I may have pictures here somewhere…not sure but, I'm pretty sure I posted the build thread on Britmodeller if your interested

Christian W
@Chris ... That was my first thought when I read the first sentences, where you wrote that you converted the 1971 into that: the small window at the side and the c-post. I'll do a research on britmodeller to see, what you've done. On that point, it is too much work for me to go such a way. I want do have the kit done in December. I know, the details "under the body" could be better, but when it sits in the shelf, it doesn't matter somehow. For my needs, it is ok. It's only the hood, what concerns me for accuracy with the look to the movie car.

Christian W
@Chris ... I found your thread. But sadly there are no pictures anymore.
britmodeller.com/for..ger/#comment-3826045

Chris Parsons
Oh crap!
Sorry

Christian W
No problem 😉

Chris Parsons
I've found and added some images of my finished model here, no longer have images of the w.i.p. No idea what happened to them, you may be able to use (or not) for your build. The images are in my "Albums"

Bill Newcomer
I shall follow too.

Chris Parsons
That's nasty! I've had a paint do that to me as well! Never a good time!

Martin Oostrom
Tough luck Christian.

Bill Newcomer
I have never seen hobby paint crack like that. What is the carrier, enamel, lacquer, water?

Bob Hall
I thought it was cat hair at first glance and I was going to suggest, it time to shave the cat, but I see it's more of a deep rooted issue ! 🤔

Christian W
Thanks for your comments. First when I came into my hobby room I also thought it is a hair but... you see. I don't know, what went wrong. I used my rattle cans as on every model kit I built for years.
@Bill I don't know, what the colors are based on. As soon as I had no issue with them I didn't care.

The Dodge sits in a bath to get the paint of. After 24 hours the black was gone. Usually the primer stays on the body. In this case it was as usual 😄 but the hood is sticky and some parts of the body too. The crap goes on.

In the time of hoping and praying 😄 I took the bumper to get rid of that bumperettes.

Nigel Chapman
Is it a chemical reaction with the different paint colours?
Do you use the same paint manufacturer for your rattle cans?

Christian W
Maybe and no 😉
I do not know, whether it is a chemical reaction or something else. The manufacturer are different. I had the same issue with a
-> black Pontiac (easily 5 years ago - Pontiac Firebird - RIP | Album by Dominik (1:25)),
-> blue F40 (finished in 2017 - 1987 Ferrari F-40, Revell #7327 | Album by christian-w (1:24)) and
-> black Viper (Restoration in 2022). But the cracks came after some months or years and not within 24 hours.
-> KARR after
Now, when I'm writing this lines, I remember, that
-> another Pontiac got cracks in 2022 too (1989 Pontiac Firebird (red) for a friend - wip | Album by christian-w (1:25)).
The filler was the same but the body color was another manufacturer like on the Dodge. But the cracks came after clear cote. So ....

What do they have in common?
Filler? Yes. Only the Viper has old color under the new painting (it was a restoration - paint remover followed by a new paint job)
Color? Different manufacturer
Clear coat? Not all of them. Only KARR, the red Pontiac and F40.
Cracks came between 24 hours (Dodge), 9 months (red Pontiac) a couple years (F40). Also the time between the different layers vary or the question about a wet sanding and painting over it. There are a minimum of 2 days between the steps. Usually weeks, especially with clear coat.

I don't see a clear pattern.

shadowlight
Just some more thoughts about what do they have in common...
- moisture, temperature and air condition in your working room
- air pressure and paint thinner
I am very sorry that this happened to you btw.

James C
Finally got around to making a start on the paint work.
Taking a little longer to dry due to the cooler temperatures at present, so hope to spray the dark green on the upper surfaces tomorrow.

Mark Sherwood
Built this, nice kit. I'm in.

James C
Thanks Mark 🙂

I have since sprayed the green onto the upper surfaces, installed the landing gear and sealed the paintwork under a coat of Tamiya X-22 clear gloss.
Once it has properly cured, I will make a start on the decals.

Guillaume Blanchet
Looking great! Does this kits have raise or recess panels lines?

Guy Rump
Looking good James. 👍

James C
Thanks guys 🙂

@ Guillaume - The wings, engine cowling and forward fuselage are all engraved, but it has raised panel lines on the rear fuselage.
Decals are very old and thick which chipped laying down over the aileron hinges.

Guillaume Blanchet
Tkanks for the informations. I migth get myself one of these cheap kit one day.

John
@ Guillaume I second James' recommendation. The detail in the cockpit is...minimal shall we say, but if you build it with closed canopy, it won't make much difference unless you are one of the "at least I know it is there" detailers. 😉

It's a good, cheap kit that is fun to practice techniques on but it could use some better decals like James says, or you can just paint the markings and use the smaller kit decals.

Guillaume Blanchet
Nice to know. I did build the cheap Tamiya Zero kit a while a goes. I used the raised panels line to guide me wile I engraved them with my tool. It was a long process and the result was ok. I'm looking of a new challenge, I'll know where to look 😉 .

James C
The Ki-84, also known as the "Hayate" (Gale) in Japanese (Allied codename "Frank") was a formidable World War II fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force (IJAAF). It is regarded as one of Japan's best fighters of the war, renowned for its speed, agility, and firepower.

The Ki-84 was developed by Kawasaki Aircraft Industries during the latter stages of World War II in response to the increasing Allied air superiority in the Pacific theater.
Its development began in 1942 as the Japanese Imperial Army Air Force (IJAAF) sought a successor to the Ki-61 Hien, which was plagued by structural weaknesses and engine reliability issues. It first flew in March of 1943.

The need for a new fighter arose from the shortcomings of the Ki-61 and the threat posed by advanced Allied fighters like the P-38 Lightning and P-51 Mustang as well as to counter American bombers like the B-29 Superfortress.
The IJAAF issued a specification calling for a fast, maneuverable fighter capable of competing with Allied designs.

Kawasaki's design team, led by Takeo Doi, aimed to create a robust and agile aircraft.
The Ki-84 was designed around the Ha-45 engine, a powerful Japanese radial engine known for its reliability and performance.
It incorporated several advanced features for its time, including a bubble canopy for improved visibility, a streamlined fuselage for reduced drag, and an advanced armament layout.
Initial production was delayed due to difficulties in engine production and shortages of strategic materials (common issues faced by Japanese aircraft manufacturers during the latter stages of the war)

The Ki-84 was first introduced in 1944 and quickly gained a reputation as one of the fastest and most maneuverable fighters in the Japanese arsenal.
It was deployed in defense of the Japanese home islands and saw action in the Philippines, Okinawa, and other Pacific battlegrounds.

Its sleek design, powered by the powerful Nakajima Ha-45 engine, allowed it to reach speeds of up to 600 km/h, making it one of the fastest aircraft of its time.
The aircraft was also known for its impressive climbing ability, reaching altitudes of over 11,000 meters in just a matter of minutes.

In combat, the Ki-84 proved to be a capable dogfighter, able to outmaneuver and outgun its American and Allied counterparts.
Pilots praised its handling characteristics and its ability to absorb punishment in the heat of battle.

Several variants of the Ki-84 were developed, including specialized versions for ground attack and reconnaissance missions.
These variants reflected the adaptability of the basic airframe and the changing needs of the IJAAF as the war progressed.

Specifications:

Crew: 1 (pilot)
Length: 9.92 meters (32 ft 6 in)
Wingspan: 11.22 meters (36 ft 10 in)
Height: 3.38 meters (11 ft 1 in)
Empty weight: Around 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs)
Max takeoff weight: Approximately 4,100 kg (9,039 lbs)

Powerplant:

Engine: Nakajima Ha-45 radial engine
Power: Typically 1,900 to 2,000 hp depending on the variant

Performance:

Maximum speed: Approximately 624 km/h (387 mph) at altitude
Range: About 1,700 km (1,056 miles)
Service ceiling: Around 11,000 meters (36,000 ft)
Rate of climb: 19 meters per second (3,740 ft/min)

Armament:

Guns: Usually armed with two 20 mm Ho-5 cannons and two 12.7 mm Ho-103 machine guns (later models could have variations in armament configurations).

Optional Armament: Some variants could carry additional armament such as bombs or rockets for ground attack missions, showcasing its versatility.

The Ki-84 earned a reputation for its exceptional performance in aerial combat, often outperforming contemporary Allied fighters in terms of speed, agility, and firepower.
Japanese and Allied pilots alike respected the Ki-84 for its robust design and formidable combat capabilities. Its excellent handling characteristics made it a favorite among its pilots.

Despite its late introduction and limited production numbers compared to Allied counterparts, the Ki-84 remains a symbol of Japanese engineering prowess and determination during the later stages of World War II.

However, the Ki-84 was not without its flaws.
Its high-performance engine was prone to overheating, leading to frequent maintenance issues and a high attrition rate among aircraft.
Additionally, the aircraft's fuel consumption was high, limiting its operational range and endurance.

The Ki-84 Hayate, or "Frank," stands as a testament to Japanese innovation in fighter aircraft design during World War II. Developed to counter Allied air superiority in the Pacific, it combined speed, agility, and firepower in a formidable package.

Although production challenges and material shortages limited its impact compared to Allied fighters, the Ki-84 left a lasting legacy in the annals of aviation history as one of Japan's finest fighters. Its performance data and historical context illustrate its pivotal role in the war effort and its enduring significance in the study of military aviation.

This model depicts a Ki-84 Hayate as flown by:
Staff Sgt. Joten Naito
Kurai Unit, 502 Temporary Interception Corps 24
Nakatsu Airfield, Fukuoka Japan
March 1945

The large white backgrounds beneath the roundels were commonly used on Japanese aircraft when flying in defense of the home Islands.
Their primary purpose was for ease of identification for anti-aircraft gunners to reduce the chances of friendly fire incidents.

Thanks for following 🙂

Neuling
Thanks for showing/telling! 👍👍

Mark Sherwood
I agree with Neuling nice rendition of the Hayate. 🤟🥸🤘

Markus Baring
Hello, whats wrong with this kit ?.
Best regards

Markus

René "Lord Bilbo" Bartholemy
It's been started...

Markus Baring
Ok, thank you for answering.

René "Lord Bilbo" Bartholemy
Welcome! 😉

Łukasz Gliński
Another build of this shopping trolley with a rotor? I'm in! 👍

Nicolas
watching

David Smith
I hadn't seen Konrad's build! I'm not promising the same attention to detail.

Michael Kohl
Following too

Christian Lehmann
👍

Ekki
Watching.

Nicolas
Great looking little bird.

Robert Podkoński
Taking a seat here too.

Stuart Fowle
Looking good 👍