I chose this Ertl
1/48 A-20G-40 to demonstrate one of the fun things in the business of modeling.
The model has been around for a while and recently, was re-issued by
Italeri. I call this kind of model a Sinderella. For a little investment and a
bit of effort you can get not only a bang for the buck, but also a model that
shines in your display area.
Essentially, the
model depicts a 389th Bomb Squadron aircraft that served in the Pacific.
Squadron In Action book was a valuable reference and I built the model out
of the box using the old decals. These were the only hassle in the building
process. You should take care to move forward the main undercarriage from its
intended position. I did this after the model was finished because it was easy
to believe that the rear position is adequate since it bodes better with the CoG.
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The focal area of
kit improvement was the cockpit. The life raft and sun screen typically
represent the roomy environment of the cockpit once the hatch is opened. I made
these from stick it gum wrapped with wet tissue paper and aluminum foil
complemented with wires.
Rafi
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