1/16 Katyusha

[Teabone]

Bruce

I have to go with Nemo on STERLING as he is the one to know, some great scratch work there.

Bones

[vlpbruce]

Thank you both very much. I'll be honest, I am still trying to figure out why I am doing things at times.  
Here's a perfect example:  This is a picture of the instrument dials.  I drew them out full size, then had them reduced.  Of course, there is no way you can see them in the model, but as the popular saying goes:  "I know it's there".  

[deafpanzer]

And we know its there too since you have pointed it out. LOL Looking good!

[bullardino]

True, Andy, we can certify their presence

Glad to see some gorgeous progress, Bruce

[vlpbruce]

Thanks very much guys. I hadn't thought about others knowing the instruments are written in Russian. I guess all sorts of people know it now.

[Leon]

Nice work on the instruments Bruce.

[Teabone]

Bruce

I took a close up look at the gauges and right next to them was a picture of Taylor Swift and right away I thought this was some kind of test but I was able to see that the gauges are first class after a long look.  You mentioned some early ford front fenders for the build, it would seem the hood MAY be a representation for the vehicle also though the size of the AutoCar hood might be bigger than the Ford.

Bones

[vlpbruce]

Thanks guys.
Bones, I think the hood louvers might work (though they would need a lot of thinning). I'll find out in a few days.

[Teabone]

Dec 3, 2013 18:58:40 GMT -5 vlpbruce said:

Thanks guys.
Bones, I think the hood louvers might work (though they would need a lot of thinning). I'll find out in a few days.

If nothing else you could cut them off and apply them to a scratch hood the right size.

Bones

[vlpbruce]

That is exactly what I am thinking my friend.

[vlpbruce]

Hi again everybody. Sorry I haven't updated for a few weeks. I haven't had much of a chance to work on Katy, and some of the things I was building, I was screwing up. I took a few days off from her, and now things are starting to go together much better. I should have a few more pictures to post in a few days. Thanks again for all of yuor support and patience.

[bullardino]

I will wait patiently for an update

[wbill76]

No hurry Bruce, best not to force things on Katy...that could cause some major issues!

[vlpbruce]

Thanks guys.  I do find myself getting in a rush at times.  When that happens, I have to walk away for a few days.  I did manage to get the rear towing shackle done.  I also got a pretty good start on the windshield.  I had to see what the rear of the cab looked like on the floor.
Again, I thank all of you for following, for your support, and for your comments.

[Leon]

Another great update Bruce,coming along nicely.

[bullardino]

Wow, the towing shackle is a piece of art. If it wasn't evidently made in white styrene, it'd be identical to the 1:1.

[deafpanzer]

WOW! Another great update...

[Teabone]

Bruce

You caught me sleeping, its really showing its composition make up now, great cab.

Bones.

[vlpbruce]

Thanks guys.
Dicky, I think the only real exercise I get is leaning over to pick up dropped parts.
By the way Bones, the louvers from the Academy kit will work.  I'm thinning them out a little, but they will fit in very well.
I hope to have another update soon.

[ironhand6]

yep sometimes all you can do is put your stuff down and walk away for a day or so, have a delicious beverage and start fresh later. at any rate I know how well your stuff looks and cant wait to see her in person!

[vlpbruce]

Thanks Clint. You are quite correct. Mr. Adams was a major helper in getting through the mental block I was having.
I am back to making some pretty good progress, and March will be here before we know it.

[Teabone]

Bruce

I was looking for some info on a Sherman build and this caught my eye.  Its the wrong scale but I thought you might like to see what is being built.

Bones

www.militarymodelling.com/forums/postings.asp?th=85894

[vlpbruce]

Thank you very much Bones. This is a great build. It seems it will clear a few things up in a few areas.

[vlpbruce]

Hi again guys.
There's no update today, but I do want to wish all of you a very Happy, Safe, Joyous, and Prosperous New Year.
Thank you my friends.
Bruce

[deafpanzer]

Happy New Year too!!! Looking forward to the show... only three months away.

[wbill76]

Hope you have a Happy New Year for 2014 as well Bruce!

[vlpbruce]

Hi again guys.
I'm still having a few mental blocks, so I started the tire.  I also basically finished the windshield.  I should have the problems with the cab worked out in a few days.  I have an appointment with Sam Adams tonight.  We usually work out what I'm doing wrong. 

[Leon]

Bruce you'll get things worked out buddy.

[vlpbruce]

Thanks Leon. Again, I was over-complicating things. With the bad weather coming in for the next few days, I'll try to get more done on the cab and launcher.

[Teabone]

Bruce

The tire build is going to be interesting and looks to be one of those real time and patient consumers, thanks for sharing it as I can see the finish is going to be very educational on how too do a ribbed tire.

Bones