Academy P-38 "Glacier Girl"

Just picked up this early lightning kit in 1/48th. I thought it was interesting in that it comes with markings from the restoration project ( Discovery Channel documentary) but also has a set of period USAAF markings as well. I would like to convert this kit to the XP-38 and finish in ‘high polish’ NMF. Since the lower nacelles are almost the same, I thought it might be a worthwhile project, what do you guys think???

Steve

Crockett:

I am very interested to hear your thoughts on the kit in general. My father was in Osh Kosh back in the 90’s at one of the larger events they had in the restoration process. I’d actually like to pick up this kit and build him one (as a surprise of course). Whichever route you take (the XP-38 is a neat idea), I’ll be following the build. Please post pics.

mucker