peter harvey 1 Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 another colour scheme, I hope to do my larger version like this when Richard produces them. Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Philbrick Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 Looks really good. Hopefully new batch will not be too long in being manufactured, any updates? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrman Posted June 26, 2017 Author Share Posted June 26, 2017 Glen, Latest info I had from Richard is they are anticipated to be ready late July/early August. Everything comes to those who wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Hello Chaps , The kits have arrived , I am just finishing the plan so aim to start sending them out next week . You probably know Traplet have gone kaput which will give you an idea why these kits will be the last traditional La7 kits to be made . If you have colour schemes in mind , let me know and we can produce decal sets accordingly . As this is a batch of only 13 and we only made about ten the first time , the instructions and plan will be fairly simple . The smaller La7 is well documented elsewhere on this forum and the 63" version is the same build except that the fin is foam veneer (which saves a lot of sanding ) , the cowl is one piece epoxy and the wing is a more tapered , scale outline . This is a very quick build model with very few parts ,so anyone who has made a wot 4 should be capable . As far as retracts are concerned , I was thinking of using the heavy duty screwjack that we developed for the BF110 . Once we get building I can assess how many will want our retracts. The retracts and oleos will be £109 . I will leave you to source your own wheels as I dont want to presume that light is always best in this instance. I presume one of you is going to do the online build ? Peter did a cracking job on the smaller one but I'm not sure we can expect him to do it all over again . This version of the La7 is a real star. It doesnt have any vices and will make the average pilot look like a hotshot . The big cowl and excellent cooling , combined with relatively short and wide undercarriage does make it one of the most practical fighters to operate . I'm looking forward to some nice examples from this batch . Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 By the way , the price is £175 for the kit , postage will be £14 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Flyer Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Good to hear Richard. Will the retracts you mentioned be electric? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete H Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Richard I will finish the smaller la7 thread eventually. The kit is currently in primer ready for sanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joakim Karlsson 1 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 I am quite fond of this one: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Posted by Timothy Harris 1 on 24/07/2017 15:40:15: Good to hear Richard. Will the retracts you mentioned be electric? Hi Tim . Yes the retracts are electric screwjack . Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Flyer Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Thanks Richard I will have retracts too please . Let us know if there are other specific bits needed . I am really looking forward to it as a winter build. My bigger question is whether to buy another Laser 80 or "borrow" one from another plane 😊. I already have 2 of their lovely 80s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon H Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Posted by Timothy Harris 1 on 25/07/2017 09:24:36: Thanks Richard I will have retracts too please . Let us know if there are other specific bits needed . I am really looking forward to it as a winter build. My bigger question is whether to buy another Laser 80 or "borrow" one from another plane 😊. I already have 2 of their lovely 80s. Dont worry Tim, your name is already down for another, unless you want to really go for it and take a 100 this time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 The larger La7 s are beginning to go out of the door now , so those of you on the list will be able to get cracking next week . Its been a bit harder because Sweep has been away on his "Grand Tour", leaving Graham with a heavy work load . In an effort to resolve the issue he offered to take on his sisters boy , Dennis as an apprentice. Unfortunately, neither Grahams sister , nor Dennis are the sharpest knives in the drawer. Delores, his mum said that Dennis spends most his time playing with his X box in a darkened room . Something that we hear about all too often .In this particular instance it is all the more worrying, as in the high Himalayas , there is no such thing as electricity or indeed X boxes. When Graham entered his bedroom to pick him up , he was sitting in the dark, staring at a shoe box painted black. Still, nothing wrong with him that a large roll up of Graham's "special " Yeti baccy wont cure . Does he look all right to you ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwain Dibley. Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 I see subdued anger there Matey, he has the 30 yard stare going on Man ........ D.D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joakim Karlsson 1 Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Richard Willis, do you have decals for the large model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Yes we do . The most popular schemes are likely to be white 27 and white 93 but within reason we will do most of the La7 schemes . They include the HSU medal symbol and the aircraft victory stars under the cockpit. The decal sets will be £24.95 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 In fact if you look at the picture above you can see both of those schemes on the table in front of Dennis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 I do like the 27 scheme from Wings Palette for #27, under the markings it's simple but enough going on to break it up a bit. Richard, are your 27 decals anything like? What's the score on payment methods? Have you added it to your web site or is it via PM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Interesting, looking back Peter has done this machine with white topsides and a blue rudder flash - winter frock? Then Joachim has shown it in two-tone grey uppers, attributed to the same pilot Ivan Nikotovich Kozhedub, deputy CO of 176th GvIAP. Here's another pne that caught my eye Edited By Bob Cotsford on 01/08/2017 23:28:30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARD WILLS Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 Hi Bob , yes we have exactly those "27" sets . There is historic dispute over the actual colours since everyone is guessing with black and white photos . My advice is , make it look believable. Anyone that hasnt arrange for their kit yet please contact me . I also have three reserves for late comers to the thread. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter harvey 1 Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 looks a bit stunned to me, at least I hope he hasn't been trying zombie dust Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon H Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 have you ever sanded P38 filler? From the look of it he has and wasnt too worried about the dust mask if you catch my drift. Could explain quite a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Flyer Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 Thanks Jon. I must say I would be tempted if a Laser 100 would fit as it would be nice having two 100s and two 80s in my collection, as one day as you said I could look at twins, plus it's nice to have a spare engine in the same size for emergencies. Im not keen on having engines sticking out of the cowling so would need a good look first. I spoke to Richard today to arrange delivery ... very exited. I look forward to this as my Autumn project 😊. I might even buy a spray gun when it's finally finished rather than my usual hand brushed rough finish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter harvey 1 Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 if they had been sanding p38 filler they would be grey all over, I know I was when I last did it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 They haven't been out picking mushrooms have they? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter harvey 1 Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 cant see whats in the pipe but just maybe????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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