maschinenkrueger
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Dec 27, 2012 22:10:32 GMT -5
I bought the Tamiya kit with all intentions to use it for the Firefly X-K427 and a couple other SF3D builds, but after building Futche's FF, there was no point. I used a few bits from the trailer on another scratchbuild so I couldn't flip it on EBay and hope to make anything back. The next logical choice was to build a Churchill. This is the vintage Tamiya kit from the 70s. Out of the box it builds a post war or Korea era Churchill. The details are minor but my interest in the Korean conflict is limited to reruns of MASH. :-\ Most of the work involved was scraping plastic off to backdate to a 1944/45 era MkVII. I used the Eduard PE set for the MKVII, the only one I know of but only used about 30% of the set since most of it was for the post WWII version. The rubber band tracks had split in half so aftermarket tracks were my only option. The AFV club plastic ones were my first choice but those don't fit the Tamiya sprockets. I used the Fruil Models set The stowage is a mix of Black Dog resin stowage for a Sherman Firefly and parts sculpted from epoxy putty. The Fruil set does not include enough for this amount of add on tracks so I cheated and am using a length of wire to join the two ends under the fenders.
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Post by bbd468 on Dec 27, 2012 22:20:25 GMT -5
The A22 looks fantastic man! The stowage is sweet as well. Fine build this one is, well done! Gary
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Post by eastrock on Dec 27, 2012 22:51:52 GMT -5
Agree with Gary, Mak! Happy New Year
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Post by M1Carbine on Dec 27, 2012 23:27:37 GMT -5
Looks freaking AWESOME!
Bob
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Post by bullardino on Dec 28, 2012 4:06:22 GMT -5
I love Churchills, and this one looks excellent
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Post by ogrejohn on Dec 28, 2012 4:54:50 GMT -5
That stowage sure looks great on it!
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Post by reserve on Dec 28, 2012 8:19:08 GMT -5
Why spend alot of time assembling track runs, or for that matter, anything, which will not be seen? Splendid job and polish on a very old kit
Regards, Mark
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maschinenkrueger
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Dec 28, 2012 9:53:50 GMT -5
Thanks all. It's been quite a fun project so far. The old Tamiya kit isn't that bad. Fortunately most of the backdating involved scraping plastic off. The PE work was kept to a manageable level this time. I've seen a Voyager set that completely replaces the entire fender run. F-Me. I like the stowage, the way you have it tied down is best I have ever seen . Looking forward to more up-dates...cheers....Kenny Thanks Kenny. I was a little nervous when tying down the stowage on my recent Stug. Most guys seem to skip this part so all the tie ropes actually felt out of place. This time I just applied logic and strapped the stuff down where ever it made sense. I wouldn't mind building another but will keep it to an AFV club next time.
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Post by deafpanzer on Dec 28, 2012 9:57:45 GMT -5
Great pictures... agree with guys I dig the stowage. Keep it coming please...
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Post by wbill76 on Dec 28, 2012 12:05:40 GMT -5
Too many modelers go for the 'magnetic' approach to stowage so it's neat to see a properly tied down set of gear on this build! Very nice work dressing up the older kit, looking forward to more, keep us posted.
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maschinenkrueger
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Jan 3, 2013 23:40:09 GMT -5
Thanks deafpanzer, wbill76 and DickyF wbill - Yer the 2nd guy to use that phrase. Magnetic stowage. Hah! Here it is with a coat of paint and some mod-u-lay-shen. I think it might need one more level of highlights. I started painting some of the gear too. The green is a bit bright but will tone done with dust and weathering. I'm still trying to figure out markings. If anyone has the decal set from the Tamiya Churchill Infantry Tank release, not the Churchill version, let me know if you are interested in selling or trade.
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 4, 2013 2:00:49 GMT -5
Great paint job on the Churchill!! Sorry I don't have any decals you are looking for. Hope others can help you out...
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Post by bullardino on Jan 4, 2013 3:09:39 GMT -5
What a wonderful paint work, MaK I particularly like the contrasting colours of the stowage, they stand out much more on such a monochrome tank
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Post by danb. on Jan 4, 2013 8:29:09 GMT -5
Great job on the churchill the CM is amazing looking forward to the rest of the build keep it up buddy.
Dan B
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Post by jackh. on Jan 4, 2013 10:20:14 GMT -5
Brilliant job on this old venerable Churchill, which as you say is a great kit for it's age.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 4, 2013 13:01:13 GMT -5
I thought i was looking at a new casting of the Churchill ? Your painting and photo talents brought this kit to life . The stowage looks spot on to me .
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maschinenkrueger
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Jan 4, 2013 23:40:41 GMT -5
Hey, thanks a lot guys. I just ordered some Archer Transfers. Those combined with a few items from the Tamiya sheet and I should be set for markings.
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Post by reserve on Jan 5, 2013 1:26:46 GMT -5
If it were me I don't think I'd do any more highlighting, I like this alot as it is. Of course, it is not me so come what may...
Anyway, a very nice job on paint yer makin her a beauty
Regards, Mark
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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2013 4:23:34 GMT -5
That,my friend,is one good looking Churchill!!!!
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maschinenkrueger
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Jan 13, 2013 23:39:15 GMT -5
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Post by bbd468 on Jan 14, 2013 0:07:55 GMT -5
Man, you are doin' a magnificent job on this Churchill....Damn that looks good!!! Gary
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Post by modelfreak72 on Jan 14, 2013 0:38:46 GMT -5
Fantastic job so far! The contrasting OD'S really make the tank stand out!
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Post by armorguy on Jan 14, 2013 2:03:52 GMT -5
This looks so good ! The tarps and other stowage were painted so delicate, real mastership and it isn't even done !
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Post by bullardino on Jan 14, 2013 3:33:00 GMT -5
Awesome job MK
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Post by Mence on Jan 14, 2013 10:58:23 GMT -5
Looks fantastic, great skills!
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Post by wbill76 on Jan 14, 2013 11:19:43 GMT -5
Nice work on the detail painting, really brings some life to go with the green!
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maschinenkrueger
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Jan 14, 2013 13:19:15 GMT -5
Thanks guys. I'm finally getting to the fun part.
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Post by possum on Jan 14, 2013 15:16:19 GMT -5
Your Churchill looks brilliant, great building & painting skills.
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Post by spud on Jan 14, 2013 15:34:51 GMT -5
Very nice
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Post by maschinenkrueger on Jan 15, 2013 10:18:36 GMT -5
Thanks for the nice comments guys. I've discovered I'm missing a couple of stars on the fenders and what might be gas detection panels. I've never even heard of those things before.
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