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Post by panzerjager2 on Nov 18, 2015 23:49:39 GMT -5
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Post by panzerjager2 on Nov 19, 2015 3:12:19 GMT -5
Last one I promise.............. This is for the doubters.... This is a comparison between Italeri's 1/35th scale and my 1/25th  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 19, 2015 11:59:59 GMT -5
Man, she is huge! Hope you have space for it when it is done.  |
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Post by Tojo72 on Nov 20, 2015 7:47:25 GMT -5
Very impressive.
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Post by panzerjager2 on Dec 12, 2015 22:30:00 GMT -5
Once again "THANK YOU" to all for the great feedback.
I haven't posted updates for a couple of reasons.......... Probably the one reason that has caused the most angst's.... and rolling curse words, has been my failure to quadruple check my math. Well I guess Mrs Ferndale my High School algebra teacher was right. I would need math... the rotten stinkin so and so.........
The challenge has been the radio operators side tracks. Because I built the vehicle then the tracks...... thinking I'd be able to "tweek" them as I needed. Well that was a huge F-ing mistake.
So I have been reworking the tracks and wheels to get them to fit. I am currently 95% done with that process.
The singular advise I would pass down to those wanting to create an entire model from scratch without use of an F-ing 3D printer is.....
DO YOUR GD MATH AND QUADRUPLE CHECK IT
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Post by BJ---Rest In Peace on Dec 13, 2015 12:44:07 GMT -5
I feel your Pain. Scratch building the Barrel Limber for a K-18 Working on the Pintle/Hitch.. On the same part for the 4th time. About ready to throw the Lathe out the window.
And trust me Even if you're printing, your math better be right. All the computer is, is a $10,000 tool you still need to know how stuff works and fits that's why the Generator has been delayed, Made the dang thing so complicated I can't cast it without it being a 4 part mold or pour blocks the size of Texas so I am having to break it down to smaller assemblies. (First time having anything printed so it was a learning experience also with a whole different set of issues.)
Stick with it you'll get it. Looking good though.
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Post by panzerjager2 on Dec 13, 2015 12:54:11 GMT -5
Thanks Billiejean.......
We'll be talking more when I get around to my K-3 and limber.....gadddzzz zooookkkkkkzzzzzzz
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Post by panzerjager2 on Dec 21, 2015 1:21:31 GMT -5
Well, we are close, real close to actually being finished with the might Ferdinand...........
To prove it, here are a couple pic's
  
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Post by Leon on Dec 21, 2015 5:47:10 GMT -5
Very impressive PJ!  |
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Post by wbill76 on Dec 22, 2015 16:55:39 GMT -5
Very close to the finish line, just remember to do the proper inches-metric conversion so you don't overshoot it by accident!  |
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Post by panzerjager2 on Feb 29, 2016 16:53:05 GMT -5
Well, it's back to work on ole Mr. Ferdinand......... Right now he's abooot 98 percent complete. Gonna fix the tracks and complete minor weathering. And that will be that, 100 percent scratch build, down to the tracks.
After that I'm actually going to work on the base....should be fun, considering I haven't finished a base since Clinton was in office.  
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Post by Leon on Feb 29, 2016 17:19:24 GMT -5
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Post by adt70hk on Feb 29, 2016 17:43:26 GMT -5
PJ
That really is VERY nicely done!
I had a 1/72 version in my youth and that wasn't small. Yours must huge!
Looking forward to seeing it on a base.
Andrew
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Post by Ray Dunakin on Feb 29, 2016 23:49:19 GMT -5
Looks great!
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Post by vlpbruce on Mar 1, 2016 16:17:09 GMT -5
Great work PJ.
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Post by c3p0. on Mar 1, 2016 19:19:16 GMT -5
That beast looks sick! You sir have some serious skills please continue with more photos and evpalnations on this machine. I have a 1/35 Fernidan and will try it soon. Great job!
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Post by afvfan on Mar 1, 2016 21:55:00 GMT -5
Looking good in the pics. This is definitely one you can be proud of.
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Post by panzerjager2 on Mar 1, 2016 22:16:01 GMT -5
First off, thank you to all for the support and VERY kind words. There are days where I think the monster isn't bad. Then there are days where I truly believe it's a steaming pile of horse dung..... But I think most of us are critical of our own work, probably more so than others...... Anyway updates to follow. Working the radio operators side tracks AGAIN
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Post by dierk on Mar 2, 2016 7:13:24 GMT -5
I haven't left anywhere near enough comments on your truly inspiring scratch-work - many apologies! But I think most of us are critical of our own work, probably more so than others Yep, I second that! Whenever I receive praise for my modelling from people who I consider to have vastly superior skills a little voice in my head goes 'are they pulling my leg'?  Maybe your next base will get done when the other Clinton is in office? |
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Post by adt70hk on Mar 2, 2016 7:42:38 GMT -5
I haven't left anywhere near enough comments on your truly inspiring scratch-work - many apologies! But I think most of us are critical of our own work, probably more so than others Yep, I second that! Whenever I receive praise for my modelling from people who I consider to have vastly superior skills a little voice in my head goes 'are they pulling my leg'? Do i know that feeling or what!!!! PJ seriously though that really is a top, top job! Andrew |
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 5, 2016 0:10:03 GMT -5
Can't wait to see it 100% completed... how much does it weight now I have to ask.
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Post by panzerjager2 on Mar 5, 2016 1:52:00 GMT -5
Deaf Panzer... GREAT QUESTION...... of all the questions I've been fortunate to field about the Ferdinand nobody ever asked that one. Now I don't have a scale to weigh it, BUT I would put it between 4 and 6 pounds. It's heavy. What with the support and stuff nobody was ever to see. It also has a 3/4 interior visible around the Hauptmann. It also has a "Shep Paine" inspired engine compartment, PARTIALLY visible through the engine grates. add 2 figures, and a few detail parts IT's heavy.
Thanks again for a GREAT question......
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Post by dierk on Mar 5, 2016 3:50:25 GMT -5
Might need some Bailey Bridge-type bracing for your shelf |
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Post by panzerjager2 on Mar 5, 2016 19:08:39 GMT -5
Well like I accidentally posted on my BergePanther post, (getting old), the Ferdinand is COMPLETE.....
There are some small details that will be tweaked on completion of the base.
           
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Post by Leon on Mar 5, 2016 19:25:55 GMT -5
That is a truly amazing scratch build PJ! Congrats on a great finish. |
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Post by Tojo72 on Mar 5, 2016 20:16:06 GMT -5
Just outstanding,need to see this in better lighting and detail though.
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Post by dierk on Mar 6, 2016 2:44:30 GMT -5
A great job well done! Some better pictures would be nice though.
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 8, 2016 14:25:08 GMT -5
Way too cool... soldier about to jump off... that was too cool! LOL Next time you can take pics of it outside during a nice day so we can see the whole thing in true color.
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Post by panzerjager2 on Apr 11, 2016 21:27:50 GMT -5
Well here are some attempts at better pictures.....
    
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Post by panzerjager2 on Apr 11, 2016 21:29:18 GMT -5
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