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Post by moparmadness on Jan 14, 2024 16:10:59 GMT -5
While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment.  |
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Post by vw8243 on Jan 14, 2024 16:49:10 GMT -5
Yes I would like to watch this as i am after one a these myself a bit different but nice .  |
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jan 14, 2024 17:42:15 GMT -5
Sweet! What a cool vehicle that is.
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 14, 2024 18:59:51 GMT -5
Awesome! I always wanted to get one of those but I chickened out every time! Maybe you will change my mind… good luck man!
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 14, 2024 20:33:52 GMT -5
Yes I would like to watch this as i am after one a these myself a bit different but nice . Welcome aboard! |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 14, 2024 20:34:10 GMT -5
Sweet! What a cool vehicle that is. Very unique! |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 14, 2024 20:34:36 GMT -5
Awesome! I always wanted to get one of those but I chickened out every time! Maybe you will change my mind… good luck man! Welcome aboard brother! |
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Post by tcoat on Jan 14, 2024 20:42:23 GMT -5
Awesome! I always wanted to get one of those but I chickened out every time! Maybe you will change my mind… good luck man! I have had this kit in my hand at various hobby shops at least 6 times. Not really sure why I kept putting it back. Can't wait to see one get built. |
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Post by M1Carbine on Jan 14, 2024 22:01:39 GMT -5
Have not seen this kit in a while…..tuned in.
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Post by floki on Jan 15, 2024 1:15:06 GMT -5
Got this one in the stash too, will be watching it come together
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Post by handiabled on Jan 15, 2024 9:59:09 GMT -5
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Post by chromdome35 on Jan 15, 2024 11:11:03 GMT -5
While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment. I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit. What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit? |
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Post by tcoat on Jan 15, 2024 11:40:40 GMT -5
While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment. I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit. What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit? 1/2 way down the page here: thachweave.tripod.com/products.htm |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 15, 2024 12:03:32 GMT -5
While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment. I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit. What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit? I’ve ordered the Thatchweave Products bumpers TW020 for this one. The Friul tracks are ATL-104. |
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Post by tcoat on Jan 15, 2024 12:29:17 GMT -5
I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit. What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit? I’ve ordered the Thatchweave Products bumpers TW020 for this one. The Friul tracks are ATL-104. I have had the Thatchweave site for the bumpers bookmarked for a couple of years now.  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 15, 2024 13:10:12 GMT -5
YES! Those are awesome. I used them on my DUKW and they look great. Can't beat using the real thing... I dipped them into a cup of tea to stain them darker in case you want to do the same.  |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 15, 2024 20:27:10 GMT -5
Great idea!
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 15, 2024 20:28:00 GMT -5
I’ve ordered the Thatchweave Products bumpers TW020 for this one. The Friul tracks are ATL-104. I have had the Thatchweave site for the bumpers bookmarked for a couple of years now. They sure have many items you don’t even realize you need! |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 20, 2024 13:59:14 GMT -5
Just received my Friulmodel tracks direct from Hungary. As a bonus, they also included the final drive sprockets that replace the factory supplied parts which are undersized.   |
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jan 20, 2024 17:54:06 GMT -5
Well that’s pretty nifty
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 20, 2024 22:18:04 GMT -5
Since these were operated by pioneer units, I assume the crews had Heer pioneer uniforms?? Or were they DKM style uniforms? Does anyone produce pioneer figures in 1/35 that would work with this vehicle?
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Post by tcoat on Jan 20, 2024 22:23:18 GMT -5
Since these were operated by pioneer units, I assume the crews had Heer pioneer uniforms?? Or were they DKM style uniforms? Does anyone produce pioneer figures in 1/35 that would work with this vehicle? There was a crew made but good luck finding one! www.hobbyeasy.com/en/data/42971.html |
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Post by tcoat on Jan 20, 2024 22:32:25 GMT -5
Or... There is the Italeri Schnellboat crew which is easy to get. They are navy uniforms but with the life vests you could get away with it by painting the right colour.  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 21, 2024 9:03:40 GMT -5
Nice! The rivets look much better on the metal ones. Looks like tcoat has answered your questions... I never thought what kind of figures that will work with the LWS if I ever build one and I have learned something today.
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Post by lyle on Jan 21, 2024 10:37:51 GMT -5
boy, that is an odd DUKW...see what I did there? I'll let myself out.
That is a very interesting subject. Having a source for the bumpers just amazes me...but it really shouldn't
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jan 21, 2024 10:48:46 GMT -5
Have not seen this kit in a while…..tuned in. -Bob I haven’t seen this kit …..ever! BUT ….. it does look like a very interesting subject! |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 21, 2024 13:38:21 GMT -5
Or... There is the Italeri Schnellboat crew which is easy to get. They are navy uniforms but with the life vests you could get away with it by painting the right colour. I have a set of these. They’re nice and would work in a pinch. |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 21, 2024 13:44:17 GMT -5
So far so good. The difficulty level is a bit deceiving. Parts fit is not great, mold lines are tough to clean on some parts, and detail is very soft in some areas and needs scratch improvements if 100% accuracy is your thing. It feels like they had a great idea but rushed it to market without the necessary QA/QC. You’ll need to flex some modeling chops on this one for sure.   |
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Post by chromdome35 on Jan 21, 2024 15:51:52 GMT -5
So far so good. The difficulty level is a bit deceiving. Parts fit is not great, mold lines are tough to clean on some parts, and detail is very soft in some areas and needs scratch improvements if 100% accuracy is your thing. It feels like they had a great idea but rushed it to market without the necessary QA/QC. You’ll need to flex some modeling chops on this one for sure. Coming along nicely! Thanks for the good information for my future build. How is that book as a reference for this vehicle? |
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Post by moparmadness on Jan 21, 2024 17:35:11 GMT -5
If you’re really wanting to delve into the interior and exterior details, it’s a must. Many never before published interior and exterior pics of the LWS. If you’re just looking for something to gather a little background info, you’ll get the same info for free on the internet! 🍻
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