**** DONE: GB-59 1/24 Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat - WW2 PTO V

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Replacement parts came in yesterday. Got the whole tree for three parts.
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One of the only issues is the fit of the tail hook. The "T" end is too thick and wide to fit. I filed it down upper and lower and clipped off most of the T fitting.
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And the IP in the final stage
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Left side finished and mating beginning!
Left console
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Cockpit form right side. The arrows depict areas I had to sand down as the bottom of the fuselage would not fit together. small gap.
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IP finished up
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Left console completed
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IP in place
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Though I did not use, nore would I recommend it as the kit really doesn't need the help. I did use some of thir decals as well as the kit decals.
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Fuselage mating and there is a small gap in front of the cockpit.
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Not bad and should not be an issue (I hope).....
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