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Post by miked62 on Jan 6, 2009 0:56:48 GMT 9
Hi...I'm new to the F-106 forum. I was enlisted in the Air Force from 1982 - 1988, as an Intel specialist. I wasn't associated with the F-106, but a lifelong fan of the aircraft. Over the years I've built several models, but production has slacked off during the last 10-15 years. I did pick up the Monogram/Revell 1/48th F-106 kit a couple of years ago, hoping to build it in relatively quick fashion. I ran into the usual stumbling blocks, namely that I would have to do some modification to the kit to allow it in a gear-up model (I've always preferred to build aircraft models gear-up, in flight condition...easier to store them, too). I wonder if any other modelers out there have successfully done the same with the Monogram/Revell kit. I started to work on it again, and have so far had to close the speed brakes and also raise the flaps about 5 degrees to be in neutral position. The gear doors appear to look simple to modify in the closed position. I also purchased a decal sheet (can't remember the manufacturer..I'm not at home), with about 5-6 options...I'm planning on finishing the kit off in Montana ANG markings. I plan on visiting this forum regularly...thanks in advance.
Mike
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Post by lindel on Jan 6, 2009 1:03:42 GMT 9
Welcome to the crowd!
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Post by Gene on Jan 6, 2009 10:40:26 GMT 9
yes, welcome...hope you can post some photos of your models. and im from montana so...  on ya.! gene  |
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Post by Mark O on Jan 6, 2009 10:44:57 GMT 9
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Post by Gene on Jan 6, 2009 10:59:44 GMT 9
thats the kind of photography i'm talking about..."nice" model gene |
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Post by MOW on Jan 6, 2009 15:42:40 GMT 9
I just left a request on that post to use his pics on the site. Hope he agrees. |
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Post by MOW on Jan 6, 2009 15:44:15 GMT 9
Hi...I'm new to the F-106 forum. I was enlisted in the Air Force from 1982 - 1988, as an Intel specialist. I wasn't associated with the F-106, but a lifelong fan of the aircraft. Over the years I've built several models, but production has slacked off during the last 10-15 years. I did pick up the Monogram/Revell 1/48th F-106 kit a couple of years ago, hoping to build it in relatively quick fashion. I ran into the usual stumbling blocks, namely that I would have to do some modification to the kit to allow it in a gear-up model (I've always preferred to build aircraft models gear-up, in flight condition...easier to store them, too). I wonder if any other modelers out there have successfully done the same with the Monogram/Revell kit. I started to work on it again, and have so far had to close the speed brakes and also raise the flaps about 5 degrees to be in neutral position. The gear doors appear to look simple to modify in the closed position. I also purchased a decal sheet (can't remember the manufacturer..I'm not at home), with about 5-6 options...I'm planning on finishing the kit off in Montana ANG markings. I plan on visiting this forum regularly...thanks in advance. Mike Is this MSG Mike from the guestbook? Welcome Mike and no worries about past affiliationbs with the Six, you've got one now |
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Post by miked62 on Jan 7, 2009 5:33:06 GMT 9
Mark...thanks for the link to the gear-up example...looks like it might be challenging. I also read another review on this website from someone who built the same kit, and it doesn't sound so straight-forward. Hopefully mine won't have as many issues. Patrick, I'm not the same as MSG Mike on the guest book, but thanks anyway. This website is such a great reference for details, markings and history of the Dart. I'll be sure to post photos if my build is a success (granted, I build on a budget and not too detailed, but enough for my satisfaction).
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Post by MOW on Jan 7, 2009 10:14:28 GMT 9
Mark...thanks for the link to the gear-up example...looks like it might be challenging. I also read another review on this website from someone who built the same kit, and it doesn't sound so straight-forward. Hopefully mine won't have as many issues. Patrick, I'm not the same as MSG Mike on the guest book, but thanks anyway. This website is such a great reference for details, markings and history of the Dart. I'll be sure to post photos if my build is a success (granted, I build on a budget and not too detailed, but enough for my satisfaction). Send some photos when you're finished and I'll put them on the www.f-106deltadart.com/models.htm page |
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Post by miked62 on Mar 26, 2011 10:36:17 GMT 9
I can't believe it's been over TWO YEARS since I last posted on this forum, but I lost interest in the Monogram 1/48th F-106 model and have abandoned any plans to complete that one. Instead, today I purchased what I've really wanted for several years; the 1/72nd Hasegawa kit (found one at Hobby Haven in Des Moines, IA). I plan on starting it hopefully this spring/summer. I may have questions during construction, so I'll be back from time to time. Now to see what's available in aftermarket decal choices.
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Post by lugnuts55 on Mar 26, 2011 23:46:18 GMT 9
miked62,
I built a model of the 106 in both scales and I presonally prefer the 1:48 scale because it's larger and easier to hold the parts and put together. I was not faithful to squadron markings on either one but the airplane looks good. I have them hanging from a cup hook screwed into the ceiling over my desk.
I have several other airplanes hanging there as well like the F-105 Wild Weasel in 1:48 scale. It was a 3 in terms of skill level and it was probably the one I enjoyed building the most so far.
On all the models I have hanging, they all have wheels down. I think I will try to build one with the wheels up since it will be hanging anyway.
Good luck with the 1:72 you will be building. Let us know how it goes.
Mike
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Post by miked62 on Aug 22, 2011 1:29:36 GMT 9
I'm starting to get anxious to start the 1/72nd Hasegawa kit of the F-106 and have a question...were the radomes usually flat black or glossy? I saw on another modelling forum that someone stated the anti-glare portion of the nose (the black trim running from the front of the canopy and curving down to just in front of the radome) is supposed to be flat and the radome glossy, but I think it would look better to have the radome flat and the black trim area glossy, or at least satin finished. By the way, I attended the national IPMS convention in Omaha this month in hopes of finding decent 1/72nd scale F-106 decal sheets, but only found one which wasn't to my liking (the other was a bit yellowed). I decided to use the kit decal sheet for the Spittin' Kittens. I'll provide updates as construction starts.
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Post by Jim on Aug 22, 2011 2:49:53 GMT 9
I'm starting to get anxious to start the 1/72nd Hasegawa kit of the F-106 and have a question...were the radomes usually flat black or glossy? I saw on another modelling forum that someone stated the anti-glare portion of the nose (the black trim running from the front of the canopy and curving down to just in front of the radome) is supposed to be flat and the radome glossy, but I think it would look better to have the radome flat and the black trim area glossy, or at least satin finished. By the way, I attended the national IPMS convention in Omaha this month in hopes of finding decent 1/72nd scale F-106 decal sheets, but only found one which wasn't to my liking (the other was a bit yellowed). I decided to use the kit decal sheet for the Spittin' Kittens. I'll provide updates as construction starts. Neither is to be shinny/glossy- the radome was coated with a neoprene type of rubber that was dull... The black painted area is to be painted with flat black- it is for anti-glare purposes and not decoration..... If you ever saw a SIX with a glossy radome, it was because someone was wiping it down with Vaseline- a no no as it accelerated the deterioration of the coating. To replace that coating was labor intense.... For accuracy- both surfaces are to be flat black....... For appearances- do what ever you like, but be prepared to defend your choice if you show it to a purist... The Old Sarge |
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Post by miked62 on Aug 22, 2011 22:56:06 GMT 9
Thanks, Jim...duly noted. I'll probably spray paint the radome flat black and hand paint the anti-glare flat...just to have a little difference in the the textures.
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Post by bear (Deceased) on Aug 23, 2011 23:43:16 GMT 9
Jim Some of the Radome were shiney right out off the box, but after a while they would become dull.
Bear
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Post by Jim on Aug 24, 2011 0:53:00 GMT 9
Jim Some of the Radome were shiney right out off the box, but after a while they would become dull. Bear Believe you are right Bear for the replacement radomes, but remember that as the 27th rec'd their birds from Conair, that they were dull.. But Hell, that is 51 years ago............... Jim Besides, he would only have to mask off once |
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Post by jeep3 on Mar 7, 2013 6:03:30 GMT 9
Ken, your gear-up Revell 6 is gorgeous. Very very nice detail. What kind of tubing did U use for going up the tailpipe ? I've started one and like the look of wheels up. Thanks
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Post by miked62 on Sept 29, 2013 23:30:47 GMT 9
Okay, so it's been another two years since my last post, and as I predicted, I can't get too interested in building a 1/72nd scale Six, so I found the Hobby Master die-cast equivilent recently. I've collected a few other models of theirs (F-111, F-105, A-4 Skyhawk) and found the F-106 at a hobby store in Overland Park, KS...marked down to $52.99, so I couldn't pass it up. I decided to add an anti-collision beacon to it, since it was only represented by a painted red dot. I still have the Hasegawa kit and will probably build it at some point, but now I've begun a renewed interest in the F-106. Attachment DeletedAttachment Deleted |
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Post by LBer1568 on Sept 30, 2013 4:37:00 GMT 9
Nice models. Mine never turn out that good. Maybe my age and vision???
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Post by MOW on Sept 30, 2013 5:19:27 GMT 9
Very nice miked62 very nice  and the nav light looks much better than any ol red dot would. |
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on ya.!
and the nav light looks much better than any ol red dot would.
