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Thank you for the comment! Part 3 is coming soon so stay tuned. Thanks for watching the video and best wishes!

Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. I wanted to add as much detail as I could but the photo etch upgrade kit wasn't available, so I had to overcome and improvise. I did a lot of experimenting with different colors and materials. I have revisited the flag and actually did almost as you suggested. I printed out a flag and applied it to aluminum foil and was able to get it looking much better. Thank you again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

I must admit that the tiny PE parts have been a challenge for my 62 year old eyes. I'm just taking it one bit at a time and not rushing. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Great to hear that my videos are being helpful. Best of luck on your USS Arizona build. Thanks for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Best of luck on that build. It is an awesome kit and should be well worth your efforts. After the USS Texas I will start the USS Enterprise CV6 in 1/200 scale. That will take a while to complete as well. Thank you for your comments and for watching the video. Best wishes!

That would be cool. Let's see, the USS Texas would be approximately 18 foot long at 1/32 scale. That would take up a lot of room. It would be an impressive model. Maybe when I retire. On second thought... No, I'll stick with 1/350 scale. Thanks for the comment!

Erm maybe but the model itself would be huge in 1/32 scale , you would need a bigger house lol Look at the model of the Yamato at the Kure Naval Museum in Japan for example of scale .

@@harrymarwick2529 Yeah, it would be big, 18' if I calculate the scale correctly. That would be a life long project. Imagine the details that could be added at that scale. Thanks!

Thank you for the comment, it is appreciated! I was very disappointed recently when I turn on the model to show a friend. The beacon flashing lights on the back of the nacelles quit working. I have no idea at this time as to how to even attempt a repair as the model would need to be dissembled to assess the wiring panel. I have come to the conclusion that I will no longer light starship models. They look great with all the lights but such a disappointment when they stop working. Thank you again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

The weathered cab does have character and could present a story about its condition to the viewer. How it got so beat up and abused is up to the imagination of the viewer. It definitely has had some hard miles. But, that cab was the result of a mistake made in the building process as I mentioned in the video. It turned out to be salvageable but required the drastic weathering seen in the video. I plan on making an additional tractor in a rusted and well used condition in the future. Thanks for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Great ideas for a diorama. Perhaps you could do them in 1/350 scale to save room. Those dioramas would be huge in 1/72 scale. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

​@@modelsbymonte2431 the whole idea was a dramatic scene. A 1:350th-scale H8K Emily? Does one even exist?

@@user-ni2zo5zo3c I don't know. Just a thought that may help being your idea to life. 1:72 scale would be big for that diorama, but not impossible.

Thank you for the comment. I appreciate the positive reinforcement as I have my doubts at times. My biggest concern on this build is the weathering. Weathering needs to be added but I'm walking the tightrope on just the right amount and not overdone. The photos make the weathering look heavy but it is not that much to the naked eye. Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Not good eyes but good glasses. I could not even attempt this without glasses for up close work. I also admit that there are some parts in the upgrade kit that are simply too small to work with. Gun sites at 1/350 scale are crazy small! I'll do what I can when the time comes but my old eyes are doing the best they can. Thanks for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Thank you! I agree with your assessment of this kit, it is a beast to build. I had a lot of gap issues. But for a kit that cost $1.00 at a garage sale, I'm happy with it! There were a couple of missing parts but it all seemed to work out. Thank you again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Thanks!

There is a lot going on with the deck, and I have a lot of ammo boxes, vents, cleats and other items to add. I'm not used to 1/350 scale either so wish me luck! Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Hello, Thank you for the comment! The "computer image" is probably a poor description on my part. The photos in this video are from a book that has computer generated images of the USS Arizona. The book is titled "USS ARIZONA IN 3D" if memory serves. The book contains many detail images of areas that are difficult to see in normal photos off the internet. Since you are building this model I would strongly recommend getting the book, it will also help with the rigging details. Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

There was a website that sold these dry transfer placards. I believe it was Archer decals. The link is www.archertransfers.com/ I hope this is helpful. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Sorry for the late response! The nose art was made using the Testor Decal Maker Kit. You can find these kits at Hobby Lobby and your local hobby shop. It works with an ink jet printer. Just select your artwork, size it appropriately for the scale and print it on the decal film. The kit comes with a spray to affix your image to the decal film. After the decal is dry, you cut it out and apply it like any other waterslide decal. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Thank you for supporting my channel and for your comment, it is highly appreciated. I'm working on the Trumpeter 1/350 USS Texas currently. I have a favor to ask of you. As a viewer and subscriber to my channel, would you like to see "work in progress" videos? This would be several shorter videos over time. Or, would you rather see one video of the construction from start to finish. I have done both and the several videos over time don't seem to do as well. Your input will be greatly appreciated. Thank you again for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

@@modelsbymonte2431 Hey Monte, I think the best approach is to combine what you do with the audience you want. As a novice modeler myself, I target new modelers and those with some experience as my main focus for my videos. Also, the video only has what I feel a weekend modeler can achieve in a weekend. Yes, it is multi part vid builds which will never get tons of views. But there is an audience for it. If you want more views, you have to limit your videos to 20 minutes or less and have the build from box to finish, then you'll get lots more views. People want to feel like they are part of the process but really don't want to invest hours and hours into it, and they want to be entertained along the way, you master that, and your channel will explode. You're probably asking yourself that if that's such good advice why am I not doing it? Well, that's because you need to post regularly and I have a hard time finishing a build in 4-6 weeks let alone one every 2 weeks, that's more than I have time for and still have a decent product. At least that's my take on it, you know from your own experience what to do, you just have to choose a direction and go with it my friend! Hope this is helpful. Johnny

@@hillbillymodeling Thank you so much for you thoughts on this subject. I have to agree with you that it is difficult to complete a kit in four weeks. I suppose it depends on the complexity of the kit, too. I'm not monetized and I post these videos to share the process and meet others like yourself. I do agree that a video over 20 minutes does not keep the average viewer interested. Thank you again for taking time to share your thoughts. I'm looking forward to seeing more from your workbench. Best wishes!

No, the crew figures did not come with this kit. The figures were purchased from Shapeways.com. Shapways is a 3D printing company, just search for 1/144 scale Naval figures and you should find what you're looking for. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Based on what I have learned, it is a 50 / 50 shot at getting an early production kit or a late production. Stores like Hobby Lobby will more than likely have the later production run kit, which means the model would be cast in the old molds. This is the only explanation as to why some builders have no gap issues and others do. Other companies make this kit in 1/48 scale and have a superior casting, but at a higher cost. This is a decent kit if you overlook the fit and gap issues that some of these kits have. If, like you say, patience is short, I would bypass this kit to be on the safe side. Thanks for watching the video and for your comment. Best wishes!

@@modelsbymonte2431 I found that hobby lobby has junk. That is why they can sell them so cheap.

Thank you so much for your comment, it is truly appreciated! There is so much to learn about this subject and all the different LM's that were used. I did my best to get all the details as accurate as I could. An example would be the Landing Point Designator or LPD. My research showed that in the Apollo 11 LM, it was only in the left window as view from the inside. I have seen other builds showing it in both windows. I don't know for certain if I got that right or not. I spent a lot of time on various modifications and, based on your comments, I think it was time well spent. Once again I thank you for your comment and for watching this video. Best wishes!

Thank you for your comment. Yes, I do use an airbrush, but I also utilize a paint brush as well. All the large surface areas are painted with an airbrush. I will go over areas like panels and control surfaces with a brush. I apply a slightly darker shade or lighter shade with the brush. The paint is well diluted so that it will dry without showing brush strokes. Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes from Texas!

I'm happy you can utilize some of the extras that I added to this model. There are many that are easy to add. Seat belts and engine details can really set you model apart from the rest. Other extras to make this kit better are adding the missing braces to the mirrors. These are small additions but make a difference. Have fun with your build and best of luck!

Thank you! I appreciate the comment. This is one of my more detailed semi builds. I still have the double trailer set to build to complete the set. Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

I get a sense of deja vu for some reason!

Thank you for the reply. I am not monetized so I do not make any profits from the videos I post. I just simply like to know if my models are something people like to see and, hopefully, I can learn something from the comments. You seem to be a loyal follower and I absolutely appreciate any comment or reply. Best wishes! Oh, did you like the tank?

@@modelsbymonte2431 I did.

Some would say "interesting". But I agree that "fascinating" is the appropriate description of the video. Thank you for watching the video and for the comment. Best wishes!

Wow! Your attention to detail is absolutely amazing! I was hoping that no one would notice that error. I actually tried to find a left handed figure but, as you noticed, I was unsuccessful. 😆 Thank you so much for watching the video and for leaving a comment, it is highly appreciated! Best wishes!

Thank you! I have had a lot of comments on the deck painting. In fact, so many that I did a separate video on how to paint wooden decks. Check it out if you have time. Thanks for watching this video and for your comment. Best wishes!

Thank you for watching the video and for your comment! I hope your kit doesn't have the fit issues mine had. As I mentioned in the video, the kit was bought at a garage sale for $1.00. I was told that it had boxes stacked on top and that could have caused some plastic to get warped. Best of luck on your build and thank you again!

@@modelsbymonte2431 Ill manage. That's what we modelers do.

Thank you for the comment, it is appreciated. I built the Revell / Monogram B-17G and also had some fit issues and details that had to be added. I fate would have it, I built it as the Commemorative Airforce "TEXAS RAIDERS" I was very sad at the loss of the aircraft and the pilots involved. I think the photo etch set I used on this build came from Eduard. (Not completely certain) Good luck with your project and thanks again for watching the video and for leaving a comment. Best wishes!

Thank you for the comment. I'm working on the USS Texas in 1/350 scale and the photo etch is way smaller that what I'm used to working with. Best of luck on your build of the USS Arizona, I'm sure it will be a fantastic display piece when you are done. Thanks for watching the video and best wishes!

Thank you so much for the comment, it is truly appreciated. This was one of my first submarine kits in many years and I was pleased with the way it turned out. The model is now on display in the model museum onboard the USS Lexington in Corpus Christi Texas. Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Thank you for your comments, I appreciate them. Best of luck on your Enterprise build. I'm disappointed with mine. I was enjoying the model the other day, watching the lights blink and noticed something wrong. The strobe lights on the end of the nacelles were not flashing. That really made me angry. I started the 1/350 TOS Enterprise and have already started the lighting effects. After I complete this one, I decided that from now on I'm not lighting any more models. Heartbreaking to turn on the switch and the strobes don't flash. There is no wat to access the interior of the model without doing extreme damage. It is now simply a static display. Anyway, best of luck on your build and thanks again for the comment and for watching my video. Best wishes!

Thank you for your comment, I appreciate it. I prefer to paint the decks and I learned that I am not a fan of the prefab aftermarket deck applications. I was asked to build a model of the USS Texas in 1/350 scale. The model and all the aftermarket parts were provided for me by the person requesting the build. This included the aftermarket deck application. I can say now, since dealing with this deck, I do not like the deck applications. Painting the deck, to me, is so much easier than dealing with this aftermarket monster. Of course this is just my opinion. I'm sure that there are those out there that prefer the application over painting. Thank you again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. I agree, these Freightliner kits are fun to build. (even if I messed up the paint the first go-round) Thanks again and best wishes!

I did a search for 1/48 scale B1B decals. I believe the set I used was from Superscale Decals. Not 100% certain on that however. That's the best I can do. I hope you find what you are looking for. Thanks for watching the video and for your comment. Best wishes and good luck with your build.

@@modelsbymonte2431 thank you I think im going try printing custom decals for the dyess afb I can't find them online anymore :(

@@ChanceChoa I purchased three sets of decals when I got them. I can check in my stash and see if I have any markings for Dyess AFB. I would be happy to check if you wish.

@@modelsbymonte2431 oh really could you do that for me that would be great help for me

@@modelsbymonte2431 I would love that

Thank you for your comments and for watching the video. The cab construction is something of a sore spot for me as well. It should have been one piece IMO. I'm not familiar with the "Michigan Type" tanker or the differences so I'll take your word on that subject. It is also becoming rare to see a cab-over on the highways these days as well. Good luck on your build of the Freightliner and thank you again for the comment. Best wishes!

This is probably the best comment I have gotten on this build. Thank you! I worked my tail-end off on this model. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

I have heard a mix of replies on the fit of this model. Some say no issues at all and some have the same as I encountered. I have to agree with your assessment, it must be the result of old molds being used countless times. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Don't feel alone. I struggle as well with armor models. I never had an armor model do well in competition. I have friends that are into doing the "super detailing" of aircraft. They install all the cockpit details, wiring, cables, internal frame work and so much more. Their additions look fantastic! The trouble is, to me, once the fuselage halves are glued together, no one sees it! Only the photos taken during construction prove it is there. I believe in detailing anything that can be seen, opening panels etc. I personally don't see the benefit on super detailing anything that will never be seen. That's just me. Just like this model, most of the cockpit can't be seen in the completed model. I guess we all have our strengths and weaknesses when it comes to models! Thank you for your comment and for watching the video, it is highly appreciated! Best wishes!

Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. The panel lines make a big difference on this model because of its size. Without some sort of detailing or weathering it would probably be just a lot of gray paint to look at. There are so many ways to accent panel lines. I've seen airbrushing, oil paints, special accent paint, and on and on. Each method works well as I have probably tried them all. But using watercolor and pastel chalk has proved to be the easiest method and most forgiving to me. I still use the other methods depending on the model but try to keep it simple when I can. Thanks again for watching the video and for your comment, Best wishes!

Thank you! The model had a great deal of misalignment issues and I thought the model was never going to come together. It took a bit of patience working the gaps and, as the builder, I can still see areas that just were not "perfect". All in all it turned out better than I had hoped and it did surprising well in competition at the local IPMS. Thank you for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

To be honest, a can of Bondo would have probably worked out well on this build, I used a lot of filler and super glue. Thanks for the comment and for watching the video! Best wishes!

David R Lentz, USA Can one just use Bondo?

@@user-ni2zo5zo3c as long as you pay for it.

@@user-ni2zo5zo3c I was joking, of course. I would not recommend using Bondo on a scale model. I don't know how well it would work and it is a very heavy compound. I realize that very little would be used but I just don't know how well it would adhere to the plastic. It does dry fast and sands fairly easy. Heck! I just might give it a test run on a future project. As of now I do not recommend it. (But what do I know?)

​@@modelsbymonte2431 David R Lentz, USA Almost any of the putties for plastic scale model kits will have solvents (if that is the correct term). Years past had I built three of the Tamiya 1:48th-scale kit of the De Havilland DH-98 Mosquito RAF Light Bomber/Photo-Reconnaissance Aircraft, one f which I had used a bit of Squadron filler somewhere along the rear left fuselage. If formed a sort of "sinkhole" round the size of a fresh blueberry--not exactly tiny! I had to patch it on the exterior--this time using Testor's putty.

Thank you for the comment. The completed model turned out better that I thought it would considering the missing parts and alignment issues. I want to see if I can get the 1/48 scale B-58 to display along side. It is had to find at a decent price. Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video, Best wishes!

@modelsbymonte2431 I believe I found a 1/48 B58 at an Ollie's dept. store some years back for only $10!

@@Red-rl1xx Hey! thanks for that info! My last search for a kit only showed used kits and at a dollar value I do not wish to pay. I'll keep looking. Thanks again!

I am at a loss for works and it took me some time to collect my thought for this reply. I guess the first thing I wish to convey is my deepest sympathy for the loss of your models. I do not know the reasons why but I simply can't imagine that happening and the blow to your heart that you must have had once you learned what happened to your artwork. The value is priceless on these creations. Just the cost of the kits and the aftermarket additions is a considerable investment. Most do not realize the time and dedication that is put into making these models, they see them as toys and do not understand the value. I'm not saying this is what happened in your case but just an overall perception I get from those that do not understand the hobby. You had a great collection and I do share in your loss. I highly appreciate your comment on my video and appreciate you taking the time to view the content. The goal of the video is to share the construction process and methods I took to overcome the assembly issues. I feel I have achieved that goal by your comments and I certainly appreciate it. I do not know your circumstances but I do pray that you are able to make a full recovery and I wish the very best for you. Once again, I am sorry for the loss of your kits and models. It is unimaginable to me. Best wishes!

@@modelsbymonte2431 David R Lentz, USA Thank you so much for your kindness. I will be looking for your other videos. :)

Thank you for watching the videos and for leaving a comment, it is truly appreciated. The model has yet to make its maiden voyage. Every time I plan on taking it out something prevents it from happening. I actually built this so I could share the hobby with my grandson. My first RC scratch build was a shrimp boat at 1/25 scale. I had construction plans for that build. This build was all original, no plans, just a concept drawing. My grandson is far away and the opportunity to share RC boating is getting to be rare. The model makes a nice display and visitors often comment on the ship. I just need to get it in the water, soon! Thank you again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Believe me, I made a ton of mistakes on this kit. This was my first time to simulate rust effects at this scale and I spent hours working the technique. I would apply and remove and reapply until I got something that looked somewhat acceptable. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!

Thank you for the comment and thanks for watching the video. The model has been a great joy to look at after it was completed. However, just recently, I flipped the switch to turn on the lights and the flashing LED's on the end of the nacelles stopped working. This has been a fear of mine ever since I completed the model. What do I do if the lights stop working? It is impossible to access the insides without destroying the model. I don't think I will ever spent the time to light up another starship model. I was working on the 1/350 original (TOS) Enterprise wiring and put it aside for a while. I will finish that model but no more lighting for me. Thank you once again for the comment and for watching the video. Best wishes!