Jared Demes

Jared Demes: is a modeler from southern Alberta. He has been building models since he was 4 years old when his Dad first introduced him to the hobby. He has written for several magazines including, Fine Scale Modeler, Scale Aircraft Modeling, Phoenix Scale Models, and others. He has an interest in all modeling subjects, with a focus on WWII Japanese aircraft and Science Fiction. Jared has won several IPMS awards for his modeling, and currently operates his YouTube channel rebelsatcloudnine, where he showcases model builds and product demonstrations.

Airfix Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 Review and Build Part 3

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Engine Attachments This is the third part of the Airfix Messerschmitt Bf109G-5/6 1/24 Scale A17003 kit. This week I’ll be finishing the extra parts and details that go around the engine. A lot of these wires and details will take some time to properly clean and paint. I’ve decided to start with the exhausts. Airfix … Read more

Airfix Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 Review and Build Part 2

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Engine Block This is the second part of the Airfix Messerschmitt Bf109G-5/6 1/24 Scale A17003 kit. The heart of the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was the Daimler-Benz DB 605. This engine was inverted, which at the time was a bit of an oddity. However, it was fast, helping the Me 109K set several speed records, which … Read more

Airfix Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 Review and Build Part 1

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Review and Unboxing This is the first part of the Airfix Messerschmitt Bf109G-5/6 1/24 Scale A17003 kit. A huge reveal at last year’s Scale ModelWorld in Telford 2025. Airfix unveiled a newly tooled Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-5/G-6 to add to its ever-impressive 1/24 scale aircraft range. “But do we really need another 109 model kit” … Read more

AMT Fruehauf Reefer Trailer Completed Images Part 6

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Completed Images This is the completed image postof the review and build of the AMT Fruehauf FB 40 Foot Reefer Trailer Watkins 1/25 Scale 1421 along with the AMT Kenworth Aerodyne Cabover Tractor Truck 1/25 Scale 1463. All done! Enjoy. About the Author: Jared Demes is a modeler from southern Alberta. He has been building … Read more

AMT Fruehauf Reefer Trailer Review and Last Build Post Part 5

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Final Assembly This is the fifth and final last part of the AMT Fruehauf FB 40 Foot Reefer Trailer Watkins 1/25 Scale 1421 Continuing from the previous post, I stated that I had run out of time to complete the various model boxes. I decided to build these first, and using the edge of a … Read more

AMT Fruehauf Reefer Trailer Review and Build Part 4

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Trailer Chassis and Axle This is the fourth part of the AMT Fruehauf FB 40 Foot Reefer Trailer Watkins 1/25 Scale 1421 Hi everyone, I hope that you’ve all had a good long weekend. We had a lot of rain here, and it was a wonderful way to spend the day sitting and working at … Read more

AMT Fruehauf Reefer Trailer Review and Build Part 3

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Strengthening the Trailer This is the third part of the AMT Fruehauf FB 40 Foot Reefer Trailer Watkins 1/25 Scale 1421 After the epoxy cement had dried, I still wasn’t totally satisfied with the strength of the trailer, and so I wanted to try to reinforce the underside a bit more. This was a challenge … Read more

AMT Fruehauf Reefer Trailer Review and Build Part 2

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Assembling the Trailer Sides, Roof, and Floor This is the second part of the AMT Fruehauf FB 40 Foot Reefer Trailer Watkins 1/25 Scale 1421 I’m building this trailer out of order from the instructions, as this will help me later on with the building process. I’ve also decided not to paint the whole interior, … Read more

Using AK Interactive Acrylic Thinner for Hand Painting Tamiya Acrylic Paints

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Seeing the Results I’ve been using Tamiya Acrylics for a very long time now. I really love their paint range, as they mix well, have great coverage, and are easy to thin down for airbrushing. However, they are notoriously difficult when it comes to hand brushing. I’ve had limited success hand brushing them in the … Read more

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