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Post by thechaos on Aug 17, 2023 1:32:50 GMT -5
So against my reason now but a BB to the next project. The old Tamiya Kit. OOB built, only new tracks from Trumpi and rudimentary etched parts from Eduard. The lower hull went quickly and without any problems, only the suspension weehls hafe some grate and must ben sanding of.   |
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Post by stikpusher on Aug 17, 2023 13:20:14 GMT -5
Chaos, I think that you'll enjoy this kit. It's pretty solid straight OOB. Replacement tracks help, but are not a must have. The only other thing that it really could use is the plumbing lines added for the fender mounted external fuel tanks. Enjoy!
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Post by handiabled on Aug 17, 2023 14:58:47 GMT -5
Bookmarked! I've been looking at this kit as a armor build. it's been a while since I've touched anything with a track
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Post by 406 Silverado on Aug 18, 2023 6:10:52 GMT -5
This'll be fun to follow after seeing your past work in armor Chris!! Lookin' forward to it......
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Post by deafpanzer on Aug 18, 2023 11:51:25 GMT -5
I am definitely going to follow your build! I started same kit many years ago but it has been sitting on the shelf along with other shelf queens...
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Post by chromdome35 on Aug 19, 2023 0:54:34 GMT -5
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Post by ogrejohn on Aug 19, 2023 13:47:47 GMT -5
A T-55! Heck yeah I'm following this one!
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Post by thechaos on Aug 21, 2023 10:18:50 GMT -5
A littel update on the tracks   |
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Post by chromdome35 on Aug 21, 2023 10:26:39 GMT -5
Looking great so far.
I notice all the paint sets in the background. One thing I struggle with is I don't want to break those sets up; however, I want them integrated into my paint racks which doesn't work well with boxed bottles of paint. 1st world problems.
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Post by thechaos on Aug 25, 2023 23:32:18 GMT -5
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Post by chromdome35 on Aug 25, 2023 23:57:54 GMT -5
Very nice work on the fuel lines!!! I like it.
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Post by handiabled on Aug 26, 2023 5:39:50 GMT -5
Nice added details. This is looking great!
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Post by armornutii on Aug 26, 2023 11:54:23 GMT -5
I likes it! I often wonder why the front road wheel is set forward inlike Western modern tanks? Balance the barrel wieght maybe??
Great looking build so far Chaos, keep it up and you'll force me to start another project LOL.
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Post by Joe Rix on Aug 26, 2023 12:35:09 GMT -5
What a neat build Chris. The work you have done up to now is looking solid. Nice detail with the fuel lines.
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Post by deafpanzer on Aug 26, 2023 18:28:19 GMT -5
Looking real good man! I am glad I am following your build because I have no idea what to do next with my T-55. LOL
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Post by stikpusher on Aug 26, 2023 22:31:13 GMT -5
All the plumbing additions are dead on. You’re nailing it here!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Aug 27, 2023 8:32:16 GMT -5
Those tracks seem to have a good natural “lay” to them Chris. This is coming along pretty dang good so far bud.
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Post by ogrejohn on Aug 27, 2023 11:44:35 GMT -5
Looking good!
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Post by thechaos on Aug 28, 2023 1:11:00 GMT -5
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Post by kyledehart5 on Aug 28, 2023 6:02:47 GMT -5
That’s looking great
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Post by ogrejohn on Aug 28, 2023 6:26:26 GMT -5
Really looking good! Very nice etch work.
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Post by deafpanzer on Aug 28, 2023 8:15:49 GMT -5
Excellent building result! Looking forward to see the next update.
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Post by stikpusher on Aug 28, 2023 12:03:25 GMT -5
That was rapid! Looking good!
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Post by thechaos on Aug 30, 2023 2:01:51 GMT -5
Update. Primer and Preshading.   |
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Post by handiabled on Aug 30, 2023 6:16:33 GMT -5
Looks great already! I look forward to seeing some color on this!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Aug 30, 2023 12:26:19 GMT -5
I just dunno how you guys do it with starting off in an all primer coat and painting these things up all assembled. Just blows my mind. Terrific progress so far Chris.
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Post by stikpusher on Aug 30, 2023 13:01:22 GMT -5
Very nice! Is the TC figure glued into the open hatch and you’ll paint him there?
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Post by Real G on Aug 30, 2023 14:01:52 GMT -5
And now, for the million dollar question - what color will you be using for 4BO?  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Aug 31, 2023 9:42:56 GMT -5
Looking real good already! I should try that approach to glue the tracks to the wheels before priming and painting one day.
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Post by thechaos on Sept 1, 2023 3:34:52 GMT -5
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