Blackbird686
SOH-CM-2026
She's getting there, thanks for sharing the shots! I really enjoy watching these projects transform, and from the looks of things, this will be a definite keeper. 
BB686
BB686
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Please see the most recent updates in the "Where did the .com name go?" thread. Posts number 16 and 17.
Douglas A20 Havoc
- Thread starter Milton Shupe
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Wow!
That is all I can say.
My jaw drops and I am speechless everytime I see one of the WIP screenshots.
For some reason the Douglas A-20 / Boston family has always been one of my favourites. I remember building an Airfix model of one as a kid and it was one of the first paywares I ever bought (back in the days of CFS2).
I will refrain from asking "Are we there yet?" as I know that the team is putting whatever resources they have to the task (but I will think it on a regular basis). Only regret that I don't have any skills to add to the team.
Gavin
That is all I can say.
My jaw drops and I am speechless everytime I see one of the WIP screenshots.
For some reason the Douglas A-20 / Boston family has always been one of my favourites. I remember building an Airfix model of one as a kid and it was one of the first paywares I ever bought (back in the days of CFS2).
I will refrain from asking "Are we there yet?" as I know that the team is putting whatever resources they have to the task (but I will think it on a regular basis). Only regret that I don't have any skills to add to the team.
Gavin
Thanks Gavin, et al, for the comments. Wellis and Spokes2112 are doing their things well and time will see this through of course. Unfortunately, not everyone is retired (like me) and do not have the hours available to just knock this work out. It's painstaking and meticulous and requires lots of detailed effort to produce, test, and get through the process.
Meanwhile I try to keep busy with other things as I am impatient by nature. That is why the Vultee xp-54 was done, the video tutorials for gmax, and now the Martin B-26 Marauder is in progress.
So much to do; so little time.
Once Wellis is done with the paint kit(s), things will start poppin'. And Spoke2112 and I will have to make some quick progress with the gauges and custom xml.
Can't wait to get stuck in with painting!
I think we will hear from wellis soon as he nears the end of his paint kit journey for the four models. He has done an excellent job as getting this project ready for some serious paint jobs. Thanks Wellis.
wombat666
Administrator
And a very big 'Thank You' from me to all involved.
I have fond memories of 'Havocs/Bostons' from a very early age.
My Father was briefly stationed at Canberra, where a Dutch unit was working up on their B-25 Mitchells.
The story I was told much later explained why they spent their 'Free Time' buzzing the Canberra suburbs in Havocs.
It seems the USAAF wanted as many Mitchells as they could hold of, and when a squadron of Havocs turned up, along with a requisition order for the Dutch aircraft, the USAAF crews were told to go away.
The Dutch squadron had locked their (well, they paid for them!) Mitchells up and posted several of their Indonesian infantrymen, complete with rifle and bayonet, around the hangers.
As a result of the impasse, the Dutch kept their Mitchells and the Havocs were left unclaimed, the USAAF crews returning via railway.
Boys will be boys, so rather than wear out the Mitchells the crews had a fine old time wearing out the Havocs.
I have fond memories of 'Havocs/Bostons' from a very early age.
My Father was briefly stationed at Canberra, where a Dutch unit was working up on their B-25 Mitchells.
The story I was told much later explained why they spent their 'Free Time' buzzing the Canberra suburbs in Havocs.
It seems the USAAF wanted as many Mitchells as they could hold of, and when a squadron of Havocs turned up, along with a requisition order for the Dutch aircraft, the USAAF crews were told to go away.
The Dutch squadron had locked their (well, they paid for them!) Mitchells up and posted several of their Indonesian infantrymen, complete with rifle and bayonet, around the hangers.
As a result of the impasse, the Dutch kept their Mitchells and the Havocs were left unclaimed, the USAAF crews returning via railway.
Boys will be boys, so rather than wear out the Mitchells the crews had a fine old time wearing out the Havocs.
That's an interesting story there Wombat; thanks for sharing. 
wellis
SOH-CM-2026
Not ready for prime time, just yet, but getting there. Here are some shots of the progress on the G model and a very preliminary livery. Color is not quite right, among other things . Also some jpegs of the primary templates. These are layered (many layers) .psd files with layers organised into what are, hopefully logical groups (rivets, light and shadow, dorsal, ventral, etc). I'll put up some shots of the C in a bit and the P-70's later in the week. I have been trying to bring them all along together, so bear with me.
. Also some jpegs of the primary templates. These are layered (many layers) .psd files with layers organised into what are, hopefully logical groups (rivets, light and shadow, dorsal, ventral, etc). I'll put up some shots of the C in a bit and the P-70's later in the week. I have been trying to bring them all along together, so bear with me. Attachments
Like it very much... great work (btw... where did you download the mapping file? would like to work on natural metal scheme)
G.
G,
May as well await the paint kit(s) as he is almost done there. Wellis is the only person who has the original templates as this is a team project, not a community one. Shouldn't be long now.
Matt,
Awaiting the paint kits and some gauge programming. Not much I can do short of releasing it as is...
Awaiting the paint kits and some gauge programming. Not much I can do short of releasing it as is...
No malice intended, merely a bit of levity in world of tension and anticipation.
Matt, it wasn't perceived as such either. Just sharing the facts with you.
Thanks for your interest.
wellis
SOH-CM-2026
Matt, it wasn't perceived as such either. Just sharing the facts with you.
Just to let you know it is in fact getting closer...there are four models for this project...so,hang in there. This the G (almost done) and one of the included liveries. RAAF 22 Sqdn.
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AussieMan
SOH Staff .."Bartender"
Good one mate. That one wasn't on my list as every painter has produced that paint. Have a book with plenty more so will have some fun when released.
Beautiful work Sir
Since there is still interior work to do, I will plan on releasing a package for painters once the exterior kits are completed if that's okay with you.