This is one big model and it is important to plan ahead. So now let’s take an overview of where we are at...
Some wheel well parts in the process of painting and weathering.
some miscellaneous parts removed from the sprue, some painted, some just primed. A lot of pieces there for the canopy.
more painted parts
wing parts which i plan to paint before attaching.
the main airframe. I need to re-prime for a final check of the seams. Also a few more parts to add before I paint the camo.
The cockpit assembly. This will need masking and an overall primer coat for a hopefully final seam check. There are a few more parts to add beforehand though.
I have sorted the sprues for the payload that I will be adding. A targeting pod on one shoulder mount, a Phoenix on the other, a pair of Sidewinders, plus a bomb load on the centre racks. I have looked at a lot of photos and configurations.
This final picture is of the box with the sprues and parts not needed.......I will have to get a new spares box with this lot added....