http://forum.armyairforces.com/(c) ArmyAirForces30Andy do you mean how big would the letters be in 1/48 scale ? ( I assume you mean Eighth AF ? ) I don't think there was a standard size stipulated for Eighth codes , though those on B-24s were originally 48http://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163580Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:30:59 GMTReed, Following upon your post, I've also "searched around" for the "best deals" for purchase. I've found that, at times, some of the lesser known hobby shops and vendors offer some great deals! As an example, a few yearshttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163484Fri, 28 Nov 2008 20:40:34 GMTSteven makes a good point. It appears that most if not all of the sites have photos of the models. I noticed one of the Lancs looked awful. So spend some extra time looking at the ones you are really interested in. Like Steven, I also lean to diecahttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163472Fri, 28 Nov 2008 14:58:08 GMTMike, Reed has given you a good methodology to search for "reputible vendors" and quality. However, it is still "buyer beware!" I possess 3 mahogany models of which two are very good, but I had purchased these "on sitehttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163454Thu, 27 Nov 2008 19:55:59 GMTMike, There are probably several good dealers out there. One of the simplest ways to narrow things down AND get a sense of how satisfied customers are is to do a search on eBay: Go to eBay. Do a search for the following: mahogany +aihttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163442Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:01:14 GMTSteven.........if the nose art on "Buffalo Bill" is fictitious I wonder if Revell based it on " Boulder Buff " ( 492BG ) ? I can't remember if the original model had a serial number but the background on the box-top is a desert scene ( note the FOhttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163424Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:01:17 GMTWhat size are the bomber code letters for a B-17 & B-24 in 1/48 scale decals? TIA Andy http://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163414Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:57:11 GMTNick and Bob, Thanks for the posts! Yes, I recall the "modeling days of yester-years" which would have been the late 40's and early 50's for me. I do not expect to have "museum-quality-show-pieces," but I am sure I shall enjoy ihttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163245Sun, 23 Nov 2008 14:23:04 GMTI can clearly remember making this model ( well I say "making" ) in the late 1950s when I was about 10; I'm sure it had an Emerson front turret though. We didn't know much about units , sub-types or colours then --very little reference --but I know I phttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163193Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:56:56 GMTJust a thought Steven. If your just getting back into the hobby and are not already familiar with it, you might want to check out Fine Scale Modeler magazine. Lots of good tips on improving modeling skills,http://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163190Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:37:07 GMT Hi Steven, Here is a link to a re-issue of the kit you have. At 1/96 scale you are not going to find anything that works with these "Box Scale" kits. If it were me I would paid the price build it as in a flying desk top modhttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163184Sat, 22 Nov 2008 09:29:56 GMTHi Steven, Here is a link to a re-issue of the kit you have. http://www.oldmodelkits.com/index.php?detail=11988&manu=Revell At 1/96 scalehttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163176Sat, 22 Nov 2008 01:35:13 GMTBefore attempting my "Retirement Craft" of completing four 1:72 scale B-24 Liberators (a D, J and M with the 4th actually being a PB4Y-2 Privateer), I have a "repair" question about a 1950ish Display model "Box Kit" enhttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163169Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:56:57 GMTStephen, Thanks for the reply. I don't know the extent of the damage, but unfortunately, I think it may be pretty significant. He apparently bought it several years ago, and from what he's learned, it's not in the current Corgi catalog. We'll see ifhttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163123Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:00:59 GMTNot knowing the nature of the damage or if it was "damaged-as-purchased," I would assume that one might have a difficult time getting it fixed through Corgi even though they may recommend a hobbyshop. I have 12 different die-cast models of Lhttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163120Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:27:43 GMTDoes anyone know of a person or company who repairs Corgi diecast models? I've got an inquiry from a vet with a damaged B-24. I believe he is planning on contacting Corgi directly. The specific model is of a 93rd BG plane c. 1942. I don't yet know the nahttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=163116Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:24:30 GMT Hello, I am looking for a Lancaster and Flying Fortress mahogany model.I found some addresses on the internet.One of them is desktopmodelairplanes.com who have a lot of models for sell.Is there somebody who is familiar with this compahttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=161750Sun, 19 Oct 2008 14:38:20 GMTI got a Classic Airframes Do-17z off of eBay and it is missing a resin piece (R2) for the cockpit. Can anybody please tell me if & how I can get this part replaced? I've tried Classic Airframes Co. in Chicago but they said they have no extra phttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=159752Wed, 03 Sep 2008 22:47:26 GMTJustin, Here's the link to "Oboyle's" thread with great info and pics dealing with B-24's! also info on kits! This will definitely help you! Enjoy! Best Regards! http://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=159538Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:30:26 GMT"I have found a decal kit for Betsy (1:72 Superscale 72024 B-24D/J) and am now looking for the best model kits. The decal kit says Betsy was a J, but that is probably a mistake -- it is probably a D?" Justin,&nhttp://forum.armyairforces.com/fb.ashx?m=159537Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:18:13 GMT