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Post by Deano on Jan 25, 2015 18:40:48 GMT -5
Hi guys , I have been busting to do this project for a while now so I thought I would get it off the ground  Anyhoo its a Fantasy project using WWII kit parts, plastic card , tube and rod with some wiring . The main body will be from a Panther and the legs will be scratch built ..... other things will be added as I go along . I do have loads of other builds on so this could be a long standing project ...pardon the pun .... we will see how it goes ............  I wont be using the Topcolors book its just an old pic showing the Panther kit I will be using ..... so many issues with this kit as Panther that chopping it up and using the rest for spares seems a good plan |
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Post by TRM on Jan 25, 2015 18:51:18 GMT -5
Sounds like an awesome plan!! I'm in!! Bring on the carnage!!
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Post by Deano on Jan 25, 2015 18:53:32 GMT -5
Good to have you T , front row for you bro ! |
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Post by TRM on Jan 25, 2015 19:21:48 GMT -5
Better view and more snacks form down here!!  |
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Post by kaytermarram on Jan 26, 2015 4:08:12 GMT -5
Uahhhhh!! This will be COOOOOOOOLLLLLLL!! And when you are doing it, cool AND top notch! Can´t wait to see how you will start and how this thing will look like. Sounds very pleasing!
Frank
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Post by Leon on Jan 26, 2015 4:54:51 GMT -5
Count me in Deano! Got my seat and snacks ready.  |
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Post by delta on Jan 26, 2015 4:56:31 GMT -5
Needless to say I'll be watching this develop with great interest!
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 26, 2015 12:21:25 GMT -5
Oh yeah!!! Back from camping and I see this... it will be another fun build to follow!
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Post by Return_To_Kit_Form on Jan 27, 2015 14:29:53 GMT -5
Hey Deano great project. I have tried a couple of these (failed sherman walker that got binned and a current Pz.IV inspired project), so if it's okay I'll share some things that I l
have learned.
1)Think about a dedicated lower hull. I found it looks better and will make attaching the legs easier.
2) The legs are hard to get to look right. I played around with 3D designs in sketchup before I settled on a look, then had a master 3D printed and detailed for casting so I didn't have to make multiple items.
I'll send you some images later today if you are interested so that you can see what I mean.
Good luck man and I am very keen to see how you get on.
Cheers,
Brett
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Post by desertrat on Jan 27, 2015 14:55:51 GMT -5
deffo got the comfy chair ready for this one!!!
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Post by Deano on Jan 28, 2015 5:53:57 GMT -5
Thanks for dropping in guys , I have my first update and thats some wise words Rev . The main thing you need to get right is the connection of the legs so the model looks balance . I chose to work on the hull first to get this and the shape ready .......  I have shaped the front so the Panther features can still be seen but also wanted to bulk the front end up !  You can see the rod where the legs will be attached to the hull ... I will be working on these next ;0 |
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Post by kaytermarram on Jan 28, 2015 7:58:28 GMT -5
You will do some legs like the Chickenwalker (AT-ST) from the STAR WARS movies? MAYBE check out the Bandai SW kits they are doing now, and there is a AT-ST in the pipeline, highly detailed, with super done legs. Maybe as some kind of inspiration.
Frank
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Post by Deano on Jan 28, 2015 8:31:06 GMT -5
Yes Frank thats what Im going for , was tempted to get a Robogear Raptor for the legs but reckon I will get more enjoyment from scratch building them . Wont be easy but thats where the fun is |
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Post by TRM on Jan 28, 2015 10:09:32 GMT -5
Great start Deano!! Looks like a perfect base to get things underway!! |
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Post by kaytermarram on Jan 28, 2015 13:01:17 GMT -5
This will be cool, I wait in patience!
Frank
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Post by Deano on Jan 28, 2015 21:06:25 GMT -5
Thanks T , the next part will take a bit of time .... might throw some detail at the hull here and there |
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Post by Deano on Jan 29, 2015 15:19:14 GMT -5
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Post by nicusi on Jan 29, 2015 15:28:39 GMT -5
Hi Deano,
I've seen something at Blackdog, same scale (http://www.blackdog.cz/scifi-72.html)
but surelly you have a nice idea. Following with interest and can't wait to see when you are painting metallics, rust, weathering and the scenery.
Cheers,
Nicolae
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Post by wbill76 on Jan 29, 2015 16:46:47 GMT -5
Nice start to the legs Deano, coming along!
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Post by Leon on Jan 29, 2015 17:03:18 GMT -5
Nice start on the legs Deano! Going to be a cool project to follow. |
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Post by TRM on Jan 29, 2015 19:08:33 GMT -5
Very nice start on the legs Deano!! Doesn't take much to change the appearance all together!! Enjoying following along!! |
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Post by delta on Jan 29, 2015 23:15:12 GMT -5
Very cool design so far, and very precise construction! Looking great!
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Post by Deano on Jan 30, 2015 6:28:30 GMT -5
Hi Deano, I've seen something at Blackdog, same scale (http://www.blackdog.cz/scifi-72.html) but surelly you have a nice idea. Following with interest and can't wait to see when you are painting metallics, rust, weathering and the scenery. Cheers, Nicolae Hi guys and thanks , yeah I have seen these models which is where the inspiration came from but dont really like them . Part of the reason this project came about , making my own version of a WWII Walker Well I have formed the lower part of the legs and I need to make the feet so I can make the hydraulics ............  |
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Post by TRM on Jan 30, 2015 6:41:08 GMT -5
Keep it coming Deano!! Only 2 more feet to go!! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 30, 2015 11:02:02 GMT -5
Way too cool... legs looking good!
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Post by kaytermarram on Jan 30, 2015 13:14:27 GMT -5
Cables Deano! Do not forget tons of cables! Great till now, MORE!
Frank
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Post by Deano on Jan 31, 2015 8:40:05 GMT -5
Hi guys and thanks , been working on the feet with good progress .... will update when I get the chance |
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Post by dupes on Jan 31, 2015 10:55:17 GMT -5
Whoah...where did this come from, Deano? I had no idea you were into stuff like this!
Looks sharp already. I have lots of Battletech references if you want more mech-style leg ideas.
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Post by Deano on Feb 2, 2015 16:24:17 GMT -5
Hey Dupes I am from generation Star Wars dude ... luv Sci-fi and fantasy with a passion ....well the feet are finally on so I can get on with the hydraulics ..  |
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Post by Leon on Feb 2, 2015 16:42:13 GMT -5
Nice work on the feet Deano. |
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Anyhoo its a Fantasy project using WWII kit parts, plastic card , tube and rod with some wiring . The main body will be from a Panther and the legs will be scratch built ..... other things will be added as I go along . I do have loads of other builds on so this could be a long standing project ...pardon the pun .... we will see how it goes ............
