ok guys im wanting the build the most decked out huey uh1 huey whats the best scale kit to start with and whats the best scale parts for it out there? thanks
For a C model, the best is the Academy/MRC kit in 1/35th, the old revell 1/32nd kit for a D/H, other scales(1/48th and 1/72nd) I would go with the Italeri kits, no good model of a B or C in 1/48th, just the old Monogram kit
1/35 scale gives you the most freedom to line in your switches, wiring, cable, Adel clamps and all the PE you can possibly stuff into a project. I would stock up on Detail Master AN fittings, tey work wonders on engines, just paint them with clear blue or red paint for all your AN fittings as needed. I made my Aeroflex fuel line from thier line of “radiator hose” drew the lay stripe on with a technical pen and added a strip of chrome foil at the end of the insulation for the crimp that Aeroflex uses. you will aslo find a ton of AN type goodies made for cars at HobbylinkJapan and Rainbow10.
David
Great info above. I agree that 1/35 or 1/32 gives you the best options. The Panda 1/35 Hueys are not too bad either. They are a little heavy on the rivets and details, but are a good base to add to. For after market upgrade sets, check out Cobra Company. They have all sorts of upgrade sets for Hueys. Even a set to backdate the MRC C model to a B model. For other marking options, try Fireball Modelworks. They have a few sets of decal options in all the popular scales.