A Perfect Storm: Hawker Tempest Mk.V in 1:32

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speedgraflex wrote: I am not familiar with that kit. Is ICM Special Hobby?
I meant Special Hobby :giggles:
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This will Bruce be fan-tas-tic!

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Thank you, Paul and thank you, Kari. I ordered the Valiant Wings series revised book on this aircraft, and I am waiting for U.K. delivery. I was notified today that this was dispatched!
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Bruce, after our pm:s yesterday, I did the same, could not keep my fingers away after you told you had ordered it!
Looking forward to it !

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Aftermarket : Enter the Barracuda

I am still waiting for the book. I heard from Roy Sutherland after sending an email to him regarding any aftermarket or issues with the kit.

Ordered three sets of corrections.

Product ID: BR32124
Product Name: BR32124 32" 4-Slot Mainwheels - Smooth Tread
Quantity: 1
Unit Price: $8.95
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Product ID: BR32141
Product Name: BR32141 Typhoon, Tempest Mk V Intake Ring
Quantity: 1
Unit Price: $4.95
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Product ID: BR32142
Product Name: BR32142 Typhoon and Tempest seat with Backpad
Quantity: 1
Unit Price: $7.95
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Kit Parts I : Fuselage


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SHAAAAZAAAM!
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Something good is on your way.
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Looking good Bruce! This is gonna be fun to follow.
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Re: A Perfect Storm: Hawker Tempest Mk.V in 1:32

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Duke! This project is on hold until my reference arrives. I ordered paints from Tamiya, and I am thinking about picking up a cheap 1/48 version as a study project since I know nothing about the aircraft.
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