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Post by Tojo72 on Feb 28, 2016 22:06:38 GMT -5
Very nice,lots of processes going on to get the right look.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 29, 2016 7:53:09 GMT -5
The wheels look sharp. 
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 29, 2016 11:23:36 GMT -5
Thanks Anthony and Dogfish! Appreciate the comments as always.  |
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Post by dierk on Feb 29, 2016 11:30:17 GMT -5
Tiger's looking good with its wheels on!
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 29, 2016 15:14:58 GMT -5
Thanks Dierk! Coming down the final stretch on this one. |
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 29, 2016 17:31:23 GMT -5
Did the two-step process of airbrushing Future to set the foundation for the weathering stages. Decals were added to the turret as well with the aid of some Solvaset to get them to settle in properly into the zim pattern and other complex surfaces. The markings have the F and the 13 separate which makes life a lot easier in terms of getting them placed properly and avoiding a lot of clear film between them too. The kit markings include a set of crosses but I'm not really sure why, the reference photos don't show any indication that crosses were used on F13.   A 2nd coat of Future will seal the decals in and then it is on to the weathering phases! |
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Post by Leon on Feb 29, 2016 17:39:36 GMT -5
Nice work on the decals Bill! Let the fun begin.  |
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 29, 2016 17:49:23 GMT -5
Thanks Leon! Only 4 decals means this was very much a 'hurry-up-and-wait' session! |
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Post by reserve on Mar 1, 2016 0:33:13 GMT -5
Kind of makes you feel sorry for the airplane guys who spend three days applying decals, don't it?
Lookin fine brother
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 1, 2016 0:35:40 GMT -5
Kind of makes you feel sorry for the airplane guys who spend three days applying decals, don't it? Lookin fine brother Regards, Mark Having done a couple of airplane builds recently, it definitely is a totally different ballgame in the decal department. |
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Post by adt70hk on Mar 1, 2016 7:04:30 GMT -5
Bill
Looking very nice as always - for some reason I find the wheels particularly appealing.....
As for decals - good point about wingy things!! If I ever raise the idea of building one, just remind be of this thread!!!
Andrew
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 1, 2016 11:09:23 GMT -5
Thanks Andrew! All genres have their crosses to bear. For aircraft it's the decals, for armor it's the tracks and road wheels! |
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Post by c3p0. on Mar 1, 2016 11:27:51 GMT -5
It looks fantastic sir!
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 1, 2016 11:31:38 GMT -5
Many thanks my good sir!  |
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Post by Deano on Mar 1, 2016 11:51:20 GMT -5
Looking mighty fine Bill , we'll see a big change when the tracks go on !
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 1, 2016 12:57:06 GMT -5
Looking mighty fine Bill , we'll see a big change when the tracks go on ! You're right Deano, especially with the fenders missing. Will definitely change the look of the beast. |
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Post by desertrat on Mar 1, 2016 15:19:03 GMT -5
looking great,
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 1, 2016 15:58:19 GMT -5
Thanks DR! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 1, 2016 21:59:57 GMT -5
The F13 really POPS out!!!! Looking great my friend... sorry for being slow things have been CRAZY for last few days.
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 2, 2016 19:19:19 GMT -5
The F13 really POPS out!!!! Looking great my friend... sorry for being slow things have been CRAZY for last few days. No worries Andy, I know you've had your hands full with all kinds of domestic and family efforts! Glad you like how it's coming along. |
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Post by TRM on Mar 2, 2016 19:25:36 GMT -5
You've made some great progress on this one since I last checked in!! Nice to see the decs in place...looking forward to that weathering soon!! |
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 2, 2016 19:56:29 GMT -5
Thanks T! Should be able to get some more time in on this on over the weekend if all goes to plan. |
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Post by wouter on Mar 3, 2016 7:52:18 GMT -5
Looks great there Bill, funny how just three decals on each side can make a huge difference ey. I really like the look of those turret markings
Cheers
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 3, 2016 11:08:10 GMT -5
Looks great there Bill, funny how just three decals on each side can make a huge difference ey. I really like the look of those turret markings Cheers I agree Wouts, really changes the whole character of the vehicle. |
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 4, 2016 16:52:14 GMT -5
Weathering process for the hull and turret began today. I started with an overall application of Ammo Africa Korps Wash (who says you have to be bound by labels, right? ) using a round 00 brush to lay it on.  I followed that up with the same brush and some clean thinner in various spots until I had it adjusted to where I wanted it. As expected, this darkens the finish and provides some nice depth particularly to the zimmed areas.   There are a couple of spots that the photos show (another advantage of taking pics) need further adjustment like the glacis plate where it's too heavy for what I'm after. I'll let this sit and look at it again with fresh eyes to make any further adjustments. Then another coat of Future will be added to preserve it before I apply some dot filters as another layer. Ordinarily, I wouldn't do that, but for this vehicle, I want to add more to it to enhance the 'April '45' feel to its appearance. |
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Post by Leon on Mar 4, 2016 17:05:25 GMT -5
WOW... The wash really changed the appearance Bill! Looks good. |
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 4, 2016 17:14:28 GMT -5
Thanks Leon, one step forward in the process! |
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Post by Tojo72 on Mar 4, 2016 21:08:17 GMT -5
Good to see your still moving ahead Bill,will have to try the Future suggestion.
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Post by wbill76 on Mar 4, 2016 21:54:57 GMT -5
Thanks Anthony! Future is good stuff, can't go wrong with it IMHO. Key is to spray it straight out of the bottle and apply it in light passes vs. a heavy build-up. |
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Post by TRM on Mar 4, 2016 21:58:04 GMT -5
Some good stuff right there Bill! A simple wash makes all the difference in the world if you ask me!! I like the color of the wash....great for a neutral playing field!
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