G’day all! This is my first post on ARC after being an avid follower of the site for some years now. This is also my very first complete build. I used many resources both on this site as well as many other internet sites to help me with the build. I’ll put my hand up right now and say this bird is not entirely accurate, and may upset the ‘rivet counters’ as it’s not fully legit as the instructions state.
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decided to cut down the nose gear as I have seen on other builds to give the
Tomcat that ‘ prowling' pose just before carrier take-off. Again,
it’s not entirely accurate, but like I said, I’m just starting out and will
hopefully develop my skills and detail as I do more builds. As the Academy kit
doesn’t come with adjustable flaps, I cut these out and lowered them myself. I
also did the some scratch built petals for the cans - not the best finish,
but..meh!