Hello, the kit I used was just a cheap "Testors" kit. I cut the razorback down, added the headrest to the tunnel on the rear cockpit and redid the canopy. The kit is 1/48 scale so I was trying to find a T-6 or SBD canopy to use that would have been more accurate, but I could not find the right shape .I admit the prop looks wrong, it was awward to assemble and did not come out right. I was disapointed with the whole fit and finish of this kit, so I purchased a "Hasegawa" 1/48 kit P-47D razorback that seems much better. P-47 razorback kits are bit difficult to find these days at the model shop!
As for the debate regarding the "TP-47" conversion, I just think it would be hit on the airshow circuit. I don't advocate modifying an existing airframe, but a "newbuild" with a couple of original parts could be a starting point. The TP-51B is one of the greatest "mods" I have ever seen. To be technical the Curtiss TP-47G would the most accurate for a true two place, duel control. Here are some pics if have never heard of this:
Two Curtiss built P-47G-15-CU's were converted to TP-47G-16-CU status. The aircraft had full dual controls, operating turbosupercharger, full armament and had the upper half of the main fuel tank removed to make room for the conversion.
As for the fuselage, the P-47 is constructed in two halves with a seperate tail section. It is much more difficult to "reconstruct" than a P-51 Mustang.
Here are the upper sections pictured under construction:
And the tail section:
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