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F9F-2 Cockpit

Lone Star Models has had a number of F9F-5 Panther update sets available for quite awhile, so when Trumpeter released their earlier F9F-2/2P variants, Mike West started working on a series of update sets for this kit as well.

The first set to be released is for the cockpit, a simple addition with only four basic parts. To simplify its use in the model, Mike has molded the instrument panel and rudder pedals to the cockpit tub, and has molded the ejection seat to the rear bulkhead. The parts can still be easily painted, so I don’t see any downside by providing the parts in this configuration and simplifying their assembly.

The set is available for $12 + $4 P&H directly from Lone Star Models at lsmodels@pdq.net. Also check-out Mike’s web page for a listing and photos of all of his products at www.lonestarmodels.com. Great Models also carry Mike’s line of products, but check on their availability if ordering from them. They tend to sell-out quickly.