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Title: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on May 12, 2025, 12:12:29 AM
Hello everyone,
I'm starting to assemble this Roden kit:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54512298625_8a37e6e2b1_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r44McF)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

To replicate the Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk, s/n 60-3736, 225th Aviation Company, "Phantom Hawks", flown by Capt. Mike Langer, Vietnam, December 1964

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54511073197_07667bbfd9_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r3XuVB)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

A quick look inside the box:

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by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54511939301_6f7ef56044_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r42Wor)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54511073257_08e2467bee_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r3XuWD)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54512203043_ac548c6b36_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r44hMH)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

These are the aftermarkets that I will use ...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54512203028_8a1490f119_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r44hMs)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54512203033_f7d1109c1a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r44hMx)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54512130439_a94f36d216_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r43VcV)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

I am looking for more information and photographs of the original aircraft and if anyone could help I would be very grateful.
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: GTX_Admin on May 12, 2025, 01:12:14 AM
You might try here for more info:  https://www.ov-1mohawkassociation.com/ (https://www.ov-1mohawkassociation.com/)
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Frank3k on May 12, 2025, 01:36:28 AM
The Mohawk is such an unusual aircraft.

I love that boxtop; Valery Grygorenko was killed by the Russians at the start of the war.
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: finsrin on May 12, 2025, 01:41:26 AM
Splendid box art.  Has such character & atmosphere.
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on May 23, 2025, 12:11:12 AM
Cockpit ... first steps ...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54536836162_361027437a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r6exmE)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54537899784_7887f86efa_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r6jZwY)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54536836117_aa1898fb43_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r6exkT)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54536837032_63cd43d62c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r6exBE)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54538057985_e6ac370df0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r6kNyz)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54538057840_6ca34d42b4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r6kNw5)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Kerick on May 23, 2025, 08:25:30 AM
Very good!
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 01, 2025, 04:16:55 PM
It really took a lot of patience to put it all together...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54559851388_0dd597ef57_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8guYU)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54559945715_7cf1da8e23_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8gZ2e)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54559614996_e048c3477f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8fhHb)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54558735827_2f30e08b25_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8aMn6)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54558735832_23b570c8cc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8aMnb)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on June 01, 2025, 06:53:11 PM
That's some very impressive work happening here! 8) :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 05, 2025, 05:12:59 AM
A few modifications are needed to fit the Quickboost cowlings.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54568009173_818e0ced9e_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8Zj1n)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54566911947_03fa2b1682_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8TFQF)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54566911952_57cf527937_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8TFQL)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54568118635_9c5944ac93_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8ZSxD)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 05, 2025, 05:17:12 AM
The plane before the puttying and sanding stages...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54568118630_cf81220722_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8ZSxy)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54566911937_4bb23391e9_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8TFQv)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54568118625_0e289c3c34_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8ZSxt)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54567787526_759a5b1b10_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r8Yb7S)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Claymore on June 05, 2025, 07:19:11 AM
Wow, very impressive and super detail.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Kerick on June 05, 2025, 12:26:09 PM
I would say very little PSR is required! Awesome job!
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Frank3k on June 06, 2025, 12:08:01 AM
Awesome work and detailing!
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 07, 2025, 06:20:07 PM
I tried to install Quickboost ejector seats in the cockpit but found that they were too bulky to fit.
So, I used the ejector seats from the box and added Eduard photo etchings... This is the result...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54572568586_c42f431a9d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r9oFmW)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54572902855_8aca1b897f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r9qoJc)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54572568591_bc1d3d712b_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r9oFn2)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54572752339_ba98a18e70_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2r9pBZ6)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Claymore on June 07, 2025, 10:45:04 PM
Very crisp work!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on June 09, 2025, 07:21:48 PM
Some really nice work going on here!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 15, 2025, 06:25:56 PM
I had to redo the masking on some of the glazing because the pre-cut masks from Montex were not sticking and kept peeling off
... anyway here is the result after puttying, sanding and priming ...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54590370659_abe2ba2628_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2raXVie)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54590391563_e7465a7ca8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2raY2vD)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54590491330_48b14bfef1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2raYxaL)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54590370649_b27c6c84a7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2raXVi4)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Gingie on June 16, 2025, 06:34:10 AM
Great so far Rod, looking forward to this one.
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: apophenia on June 17, 2025, 04:10:22 AM
It does indeed! Nice work (as always) Rodolfo   :D

And, in all-over grey primer, the Mohawk does look rather spooky and intimidating  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on June 17, 2025, 05:18:57 PM
And, in all-over grey primer, the Mohawk does look rather spooky and intimidating  :smiley:

"Ghost pilots in the sky-y!" (Damn, you're lucky you can't hear me singing that! ;D )
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 21, 2025, 05:11:15 AM

Let's start painting ...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54603071920_dc3e8f8618_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc61Wu)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54602959339_4b98abc3a8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc5rtr)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54602772616_a75929e67f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc4tY5)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54602959334_ef89d82a64_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc5rtm)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54602772571_5ac8bbb22e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc4tXi)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54602984868_b0d62139f7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc5z4A)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54602772566_3f8d089f3f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rc4tXd)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54601889022_23879a9919_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rbYXiG)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Claymore on June 21, 2025, 05:21:13 AM
Very smart and sharp as a pin!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on June 28, 2025, 06:31:20 PM
 :o :o :o
I encountered an unexpected problem: the decals disintegrated in my hand.
Now, I am forced to redo the lines using airbrush, a black line primer, masking tape and dark grey.
Hopefully, it will work!

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54619187329_193b7824f7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rdvBun)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54619205228_cda433c02d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rdvGNY)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54618102987_8d721c25a8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rdq49P)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54619205233_a4350815fe_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rdvGP4)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on June 28, 2025, 10:33:29 PM
Looking good, so far! :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Claymore on June 29, 2025, 02:33:21 AM
:o :o :o
I encountered an unexpected problem: the decals disintegrated in my hand.
Now, I am forced to redo the lines using airbrush, a black line primer, masking tape and dark grey.
Hopefully, it will work!

Don’t you just hate it when that happens!  :(
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on July 08, 2025, 12:22:17 AM
After long and patient work, here is the result ...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54639876180_28b367a060_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rfkDyG)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54638704482_c42ca9ccd4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rfeDg1)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54639784624_832f8167a0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rfkbm9)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54639876175_b87c18e521_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rfkDyB)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: apophenia on July 08, 2025, 01:33:24 AM
After long and patient work, here is the result ...

Wow! Maybe those decals falling apart was a blessing in disguise (albeit, a very good disguise!). Your painted panels look fabulous  :-*
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on July 08, 2025, 09:52:12 AM
After long and patient work, here is the result ...

Wow! Maybe those decals falling apart was a blessing in disguise (albeit, a very good disguise!). Your painted panels look fabulous  :-*

Complete agreement from me! :icon_alabanza:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Robomog on July 08, 2025, 10:52:38 PM
Agree also,  very professional spray work

Mog
>^-.-^<
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Kerick on July 09, 2025, 07:54:11 AM
Those look perfect!
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on July 19, 2025, 04:17:32 PM
The original kit decals were a real nightmare to use...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54664756265_64b41e959d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rhxaxF)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54664662594_b108c6d38f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rhwFGE)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54664756275_36ff9babcb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rhxaxR)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54664656278_600bd9ae1d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rhwDPL)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on July 19, 2025, 08:38:17 PM
Well, you obviously beat them into submission, because the results look excellent!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on August 08, 2025, 10:30:20 PM
After an initial weathering phase, there are a few details to fix, in addition to installing the wing load and the right door (which I would like to install in the "open" position).

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54707765488_87fb102c7a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rmkAG1)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54706732702_43a20c8abc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rmfiFm)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54706732707_af731050d9_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rmfiFr)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54707765503_9c636577f6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rmkAGg)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on August 08, 2025, 11:15:52 PM
 :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Claymore on August 09, 2025, 03:33:35 AM
Beautiful!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Rod The Fixer on August 16, 2025, 11:53:33 PM
It's ready for take-off!

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724559131_2680365141_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnPERz)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724776209_6550729261_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnQMoi)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724895270_6ffed2514a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnRoM5)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724559096_6f2db122db_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnPEQY)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724559091_1232fc74a5_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnPEQT)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724776134_c2cdbf5104_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnQMn1)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54724763198_738a655f88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2rnQHvY)
by Rodolfo Masti (https://www.flickr.com/photos/rodthefixer/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Kerick on August 17, 2025, 01:09:32 AM
That’s awesome! It really came out well.very professional looking.
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Old Wombat on August 17, 2025, 01:22:04 AM
Exquisite work, Rodolfo! :icon_alabanza: :icon_alabanza:

Perfect amount of weathering to make her look used but not worn. :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: apophenia on August 17, 2025, 03:47:18 AM
... Perfect amount of weathering to make her look used but not worn. :smiley: :smiley:

I was going to say the same! Beautiful work (as usual) Rodolfo  :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: Grumman JOV-1A Mohawk - Roden 1:48
Post by: Claymore on August 18, 2025, 02:31:58 AM
As I said before, beautiful!  :-*