Here's a question regarding the coach-bolt assembly method. If I'm looking at just an emitter, will that include the threaded connector, and what is that threading?
What is that part that you are you using for the grip section? And on the older one, what was used there? I need to fabricate something similar, but not necessarily identical, and am looking for a good raw material.
Acrylic washes are my bane. Older paint formulas used to behave really differently (much better for washes) but the 'tidermark' look is REALLY difficult to escape using the same techniques I used to use. :(
The K'Tinga and Raider can be found. The big jet was the hardest one to pin down, and I think I still need one kit before I have everything.
I remember ages ago, a miniature-games store near me used to carry Cel paints. Haven't tried in ages - at this point so much animation, even 2D...