When I began removing the molded rails along the Arizona, I thought, heck this isn't too bad. However, Now that I began to remove the rails around the gun tubs...my optimism is starting to wane. It appears that initial ease breeds sloppiness and I've managed to to mishapen the edge of the deck by having to remove the rails molded to the tubs and have sawed into the tubs themselves. I believe I can repair the edge, but just in case, I think I'll buy another Arizona to use for spare parts for what is fast becoming an experiment.

I know...speed kills.

Steve

How true, how true. I know that every time I think I've got a process mastered I get sloppy and mess it up. Looking forward to seeing pics of your progress.

... and Patience a virtue!

Take it easy!
The trick is to do it in phases, even if you don't think you're tired!
Also try to repair the damage - don't think you really need to buy another one!
Another hint is for you to make your own gun tubs...

Check my explanation on how to thermoform evergreen here:
http://www.armorama.co.uk/forums/56426&page=1

PS1: this was the way I have made the propeller guard on my SLC 200 Maiale - so, it works!
PS2: Probably this way you'll get accurate guntubs thikness

Keep cool

Skipper

Bummer, Steve...
I checked out Skippers' suggestions and they look like they may help you out, though...if it was me, I'd probably try his method's before I buy a spare...
Gunny

Patience? That's a new concept to me! Oooh, you know me guys...I suffer White Rabbit Syndrome...always in a hurry and thinking I need to do five things at once.


It's Martin and his Amphib Campaign's fault...

TGIMF
(Thank God It's Margarita Friday)
Steve

make the gun tubs out of brass. All those thin strips of brass spue from a PE set. A ruler and a sharp pair of scissors and viola you have a new piece. You can also use tube glue to fill in and repair damage

Hmmmmm I think I just might give that a try. I seem to have more luck bending metal than I do forming plastic.

Thank you Steve!

I know you guys said not to, but I went ahead and bought another Arizona. I needed it for replacement parts that were lost with the original kit anyway and now that I did, I'm glad. I don't know if Revell-Ogram reworked the molds or what, but this example has far crisper lines, is not plagued with sink holes, and in general, just looks better.

Starting over but with much more care
Steve

Gosh how much did buying the second kit set you back?

Buying one brand new Arizona by Revell would kill my pockets let alone two.

It was inexpensive. Only $12.00 USD.

How much do they cost in NZ?

A typical 1/700 USS Enterprise cost about $54.95 here in NZ.

The Arizona done by Dragon is $44.50 so yeah its not exactly cheap here.

If you want to humour yourself with how high NZ prices are, check it out here