Dragon JS-2 Final push for Berlin finished

[danb]

Hey all today i have started my next project i wanted to get some colour on the Panther but im struggling with a final decision on colours.

The kit i have chosen to use is the Dragon 3in1 value JS-2 the kit seems quite good detail wise the roadwheels are quite flimsy so care needs to be taken when cleaning these i used a file and had no problems hopefully in the next week or so i shall be ordering some blingy bits grilles, barrel and such like.

I have had a busy day cleaning the roadwheels got that job done first as its a bit of chore for me!!! then i moved to the lower hull and and fitted all the insidentals and finally started on giving the Russian monster some battle wounds.

I dont have any pics as yet i will try and get some done tommorow
this will feature another small dio so more on that soon.

This is some reference pics i will be using to inspire me along the way.

PICTURES FOR DISCUSSION PURPOSES ONLY:





Dan B

[TRM]

Count me in Dan!!! Love the reference pics BTW. LKooking forward to getting underway!!

Thinking Steve from Celticwerks will be coming around soon....he can smell a good Russian Build 1/2 way round the world!! He may have some suggestions if not solutions to anything that comes up...resident Russian Armor Guru !!!!!

[danb]

Hey all just a quick update on the JS-2 not much has been done due to work and family commitments all the wheels have been cleaned and damage has been started to the fenders hopefully get some more done soon as the Panther is getting a lick of paint as always please comment and suggest and good or bad points.









Dan B

[406 Silverado]

oh I guess I missed this one some how. Love the ref pics. Been wanting to do the JS2 but had no good ref pics like these. Count me in on this one.

Great start so far, especially the fenders. Battle damage looks right on.

[spud]

how did i miss this.. that is one sexy looking beast. looking forward to seeing this come to life

[tonylee]

It's beyond me how they keep from throwing tracks all over the country side.

Tony

[danb]

Today saw the JS-2 come to life i made a start on the tracks, the magic tracks went together like a dream it took all day to get one side complete as the tracks were drying i made a start on the turret this is now complete bar the turret as im awaiting for this to arrive in the post.
The lower hull is now 50% complete im waiting for some aftermarket parts to arrive for this as well so im hoping the post from Hong Kong is quick!!!lol

i have no pics at the moment i will get the make shift photo studio out tomorrow night

One bit i have noticed on the JS-2 is my headlight and horn is on the opposite side to any reference photo i have and the drivers hatch is completely different did the Js-2's have regular changes in mods in 1944-1945? if anyone can help it would be much help.

Dan B

[406 Silverado]

Can't help with the tech stuff, but am wanting to see pics ((LOL))

That ref pic of the knocked out JS2 is very tempting.

[danb]

You know you want to Rob the Dragon value 3in1 kit is going cheap on the Uk Modelzone website at the moment but not sure what the shipping costs would be for you though. Its a real beast i cant believe the size of the kit let alone what it was like in real life.

Dan B

[danb]

Hey Chriss thanks for the good comments i have started a base i will take some pics of it later tonight and post up soon as.

Dan B

[danb]

As promised here is some pics i have only managed to get 1 side of the tracks complete hopefully tonight i will get the other side started and try and finish the rear deck.







And a few WIP pics of the mini dio im basing it on a damaged cobble stone road that has had numerous artillery fire set upon it which has caused the collapse of the road. Im going to try and make a field modified Pakwagen and model it crashed in the crater, not sure yet on making a building or a stone wall behind the Js-2 i will have to see please feel free to comment on any good or bad points.





Dan B

[TRM]

Nothing bad at all Dan!!! Looks almost like a link or two two many on the JS, but I am no expert either buddy!! Lover the concept and the layout....now make it happen!!!

[spud]

oh this will be cool once done, i like where you are going with it

[bigjohn]

Nice one Dan! Good looking build, I like the track sag. I also like your dio idea.

[406 Silverado]

Nice progress on the build part, and man great idea for a dio. This is gonna be sooo cool.

Yep, she was a big tank, ad kit too. The JS 3 and JSU 152 are big kits as well. Will check out the next show for one. I had the chance to get one at the last show dirt cheap....regret not getting it now.

[Andrey Fonin]

Feb 28, 2012 16:47:35 GMT -5 danb said:

One bit i have noticed on the JS-2 is my headlight and horn is on the opposite side to any reference photo i have and the drivers hatch is completely different did the Js-2's have regular changes in mods in 1944-1945? if anyone can help it would be much help.

Your IS-2 - is early production modificationl (1943). on your reference - 1944 year mod.

[danb]

thanks very much Andrey much appreciated.

Dan B

[noname]

This looks interesting. Should be cool.

[eastrock]

Dan, It will look great!!

[panzerman75]

Looks great Dan im hooked and illo keep watching.

[danb]

Hey all as i am awaiting some nice shiny bits to arrive for the JS-2 i thought i would share some progress pics its 90% built just needs the finishing touches im adding a log to one side and on the rear i will be adding tow ropes, a tarp, and some stolen german jerry cans. The base has had a dusting of soil too i will be adding more bits soon.













Dan B

[martyncrowther]

nice diorama Dan, this is one I will follow closely as Berlin is my favourite topic to model and such a lovely city to visit

[danb]

The postman delivered the blingy bits today for the JS-2 so i got straight on with it as im itching to get the ab out and get her painted first up the barrel was fitted and then the grilles these went on a treat, then i started on the grab handles on the turret when disaster struck i snapped one so i had to change them all for wire i am quite happy with them other little bits were finished like denting the fuel tank and attaching some damaged fuel straps i made these with printer paper and super glue im in the process of texturing a few areas on the turret when that is finished im going to give it a coat of primer.

More soon.......







Dan B

[406 Silverado]

Nice to see this one all biult and nearly ready for the paint shop. Let the fun begin ...

[danb]

Thanks Rob its being torture waiting for the bits to arrive hopefully make a start on the paint tomorrow.

Dan B

[bullardino]

Very, very nice. How did you manage to replicate battle damage? All those dents are very realistic.

[spud]

Wow dan thats fantastic battle damage is very well done

[danb]

Thanks boys for the positive comments
Bullardino: To replicate the battle damage on the fuel tank i use a lighter and gently heat it then push the fuel tank against the edge of my desk to create the dent i also use a sharp point for smaller dents hope this helps.

Dan B

[wbill76]

Impressive work on getting this one beat-up! That barrel definitely adds to the "mean" look as well.

[danb]

As promised a pic of her in primer hopefully carry the paint on tuesday evening i used a auto rattle can primer and Tamiya flat black in any missed areas.

more soon......





Dan B