Sat Sep 20, 2008 7:49 pm
warbird1 wrote:So, after this one flies, what will be the next early or non-bubble canopy Mustang to fly? The only other ones I know about will be Kermit's A model, the Collings foundation A-36 and Friedkin's A-36 in "re-restoration". Any others out there that we don't know about being restored to flying condition?
The CAF's Red Tail C model should be back in the air next summer.
Sat Sep 20, 2008 8:16 pm
Looks real good! Thanks for keeping us up to speed Jack. 
Robbie
Robbie
Sat Sep 20, 2008 9:02 pm
If only he had kept it as it came from the factory, it was a A-36.
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Sat Sep 20, 2008 9:34 pm
I think he sold all his A-36 stuff to another restoration.
Sat Sep 20, 2008 11:20 pm
Warbirdnerd wrote:warbird1 wrote:So, after this one flies, what will be the next early or non-bubble canopy Mustang to fly? The only other ones I know about will be Kermit's A model, the Collings foundation A-36 and Friedkin's A-36 in "re-restoration". Any others out there that we don't know about being restored to flying condition?
The CAF's Red Tail C model should be back in the air next summer.
Oh yea, of course, I totally forgot about the Red Tail!
Sat Sep 20, 2008 11:40 pm
So now ive gotta ask, Do we have a chance of seeing a B/C "Razorback" reunion? And i don't want to hear it but yes, RAZORBACK reunion.
Sun Sep 21, 2008 12:08 am
Would I be (Bee? LOL) out of line if I asked them to please, pretty please, paint over that first "4" in the serial number? It looks like it's going to be a beautifully accurate job... except for that stray digit.
And I can't think of a more appropriate namesake for an aircraft based near Boise!
Lynn
And I can't think of a more appropriate namesake for an aircraft based near Boise!
Lynn
Sun Sep 21, 2008 12:27 am
Warbird Kid wrote:So now ive gotta ask, Do we have a chance of seeing a B/C "Razorback" reunion? And i don't want to hear it but yes, RAZORBACK reunion.
Uh oh, you said the "R" word!
Sun Sep 21, 2008 8:39 am
RAZORBACK! RAZORBACK! RAZORBACK! 
There!
Wade
There!
Wade
Sun Sep 21, 2008 9:03 am
daveymac82c wrote:That's one heck of a nice paint job. I'd almost have to say that it's one of my favourites.
It seems like the early WWII paint schemes are starting to come back. I like it!
Cheers,
David M.
I agree. More flat paint the better. Also glad to see olive drab is coming back to warbirds. Be it John Fallis P-40N, B-25 "wild Cargo", etc. Glad to see some "other" schemes being done then the norm.
Had no idea Paul had a P-51B!
Sun Sep 21, 2008 9:04 am
As long as you're not trying to make it look absolutely clean at all times, we haven't found flat paint is any harder to maintain; a few oil spots and exhaust stains just add character !
Regards,
Andy
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Regards,
Andy
warbird1 wrote:It is nice, and it's absolutely beautiful! It looks like they've painted it in flat paint as well. I'm a sucker for flat paint, because it adds so much more realism to the restoration. I know it's a HUGE pain in the ass to maintain and clean, but I do appreciate the hard work it takes for this!
Sun Sep 21, 2008 5:27 pm
Maybe if you guys repeat the term razorback a gazillion more times it will actually be true?
You know, alot of people and organizations say they promote aviation history, but it seems they only want to promote what they think happened, as opposed to finding out what actually did happen. Do and say what ever you like. Accuracy isn't important, is it?
Recently had the question put to a noted WWII Mustang pilot. Came back the only razorback he knew was a Thunderbolt. At least I'm asking. Are you?
You know, alot of people and organizations say they promote aviation history, but it seems they only want to promote what they think happened, as opposed to finding out what actually did happen. Do and say what ever you like. Accuracy isn't important, is it?
Recently had the question put to a noted WWII Mustang pilot. Came back the only razorback he knew was a Thunderbolt. At least I'm asking. Are you?
Sun Sep 21, 2008 5:47 pm
Personally, I think the term 'Razorback' is a term of style that instantly makes me think of that variant of the P-51.
Not unlike 'Jello', 'Band Aid', 'Windex' or many other trade terms, say the word and something comes instantly to mind.
I don't think 'Razorback' is wrong in the context it is used in the forums. It brings to mid the image of a style that we all understand.
I really would not be surprised if the term was used in association with the early mustangs all the way back to WWII - I grew up knowing what a 'Razorback' P-51 was, so it's not like it was coined last week by someone with no clue and a large imagination....
Not unlike 'Jello', 'Band Aid', 'Windex' or many other trade terms, say the word and something comes instantly to mind.
I don't think 'Razorback' is wrong in the context it is used in the forums. It brings to mid the image of a style that we all understand.
I really would not be surprised if the term was used in association with the early mustangs all the way back to WWII - I grew up knowing what a 'Razorback' P-51 was, so it's not like it was coined last week by someone with no clue and a large imagination....
Sun Sep 21, 2008 5:51 pm
Already heard that situation but again, you must remember that things do change after 60+ years. These aircraft have become more and evolved in the culture that has passed.
Why isn't there room for everyone?
Reguardless, a P-51B/C Reunion would still be amazing.
Why isn't there room for everyone?
Reguardless, a P-51B/C Reunion would still be amazing.
Re: The Next Flying P-51B
Sun Sep 21, 2008 5:57 pm
Jack Cook wrote:Courtesy J-C Paul
Very sexy!
I am so happy that someone has the balls to do something original