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Post by TRM on Feb 27, 2015 8:48:39 GMT -5
Hello MSC,
I created the MSC Build Reviews section as a place where newly released kits can be shown in a "Build Review" format. The thread will contain an In Box review of the kit accompanied by a building of the kit to discuss the various highs and lows that the build reviewer see with a particular kit. MSC BUILD REVIEWBy EastrockMeng Cougar 6x6 MRAP  ER will be giving his own In Box review of this kit right here on MSC, beginning very soon. Be sure to Bookmark this thread and follow along as he takes us into the kit along with his step by step process of building the Meng Cougar 6x6 MRAP kit.
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Post by JimD on Feb 27, 2015 10:47:53 GMT -5
Dang...that's some serious machinery. Maybe if I had a full scale version I could get through traffic around here.  Looking forward to seeing this one come together. Should be an impressive undertaking. Cool to see the site/forum expanding in this way too. |
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Post by 4bogreen on Feb 27, 2015 14:40:34 GMT -5
Cool vehicle!
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Post by Leon on Feb 27, 2015 21:28:55 GMT -5
Looks like a great kit to add to the stash!
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Post by eastrock on Feb 28, 2015 6:42:14 GMT -5
Thanks Todd, for starting up the tread!!! and also thank you for checking out guys!!! Just a brief history of the Cougar. The Cougar is a South African-designed United States MRAP and infantry mobility vehicle structured to be resistant to landmines and improvised munitions. Was developed by the U.S company Force Protection Inc. is an armored vehicle which can withstand roadside bombs attacks and ambushes. Powered by a 330ho caterpillar C-7 Diesel engine; uses a 6x6 chassis, and max speed up to 105km/h and can carry up 10 people. in 2004, Cougar started to serve in U.S. Armed forces, mainly used for patrol, transporting troops, commanding, towing, engineering and rescuing. also in the same year October 2004 the U.S. 1st Marine Div took part in the Battle of Fallujah. KIT INFO 1/35 STEGOSAURUS SERIES SS-005 The kit has 2 variants transport and HEV (Hardened Engineer Vehicle) all doors has the option of open /closed, roof gun mount is rotatable. a sheet of PE included. Length: 226mm Width 79mm Manual Instruction consist of 31 pages, shows a brief history of the Cougar on the first 2 pages, with four languages (Mandarin, English, Japanese and Russian) the instruction are detail but best is to study each step... and plan ahead of what variant you would like to build.   The lower hull  close up where the indents of the possible C variant  Upper Hull as you can see in the pic details are crisp, just need fill and sand a bit of the mold marks in the interior if you planning for open doors option.  Cheers!!! To be continued.... |
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Post by TRM on Feb 28, 2015 9:55:24 GMT -5
Great start there ER!! Looking forward to seeing you tear into this one!  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 28, 2015 10:49:26 GMT -5
Nice!!! I love cougars!
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Post by Leon on Feb 28, 2015 11:32:17 GMT -5
I like It already ER! Let the build commence.
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Post by eastrock on Mar 3, 2015 11:32:40 GMT -5
Sorry for the Late reply, I'll be jumping around with sprue shots and builds... will be having a slow start at this one... 2 sets of Sprue D, the extra wheels are for the Engineer Variant.  Sprue K for the suspension and OGPK parts...  Cheers!! |
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Post by TRM on Mar 3, 2015 12:19:02 GMT -5
I know you are a busy guy ER...no problem!! Nice to see what you got in the box for this one!! Keep it coming!
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Post by eastrock on Mar 5, 2015 9:16:46 GMT -5
Thanks for understanding, my friend!!! I know I can finish my list in due time... Sprue B and I'm still jumping around with sprues!!! my apologies, well there's always an editor... who can edit my build review when I'm done minus the sprue shoots lol  Done with the first step of the suspension.  Guys if you have any suggestion or opinion please feel free to post... Cheers!!! |
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Post by TRM on Mar 5, 2015 9:35:30 GMT -5
Suspension looks pretty good there ER!! No suggestions or opinions yet...LOL!! Except maybe to keep it going!!  |
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Post by eastrock on Mar 5, 2015 9:48:17 GMT -5
Thanks T, seems like I need a bit more exposure on the picture of the suspension...
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Post by JimD on Mar 5, 2015 9:48:25 GMT -5
I bet. Do you have a shot glass alluding to that as well?  |
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Post by Leon on Mar 5, 2015 17:36:03 GMT -5
Off to a good start ER! :)Suspension is looking good and a lot of nice detail. |
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Post by eastrock on Mar 11, 2015 5:29:22 GMT -5
Hi Leon, I'm getting more space on the table and its easier work on the cougar a small progress on the Cougar Build Sprue E and F, shows the separation of 2 variants, Meng had them organize without running around with different sprue trees, keeps you focus on the build. Sprue E  Sprue F  On this part Step 5 on the Rear Axle assembly, the fitting are great!!! with minimal seam lines that can be manage, details on the rear axle wheel shows the rivets, nuts and bolts, would do not much weather on this kit just a light sand dust and not much cake. the picture speaks for itself  CheerS!!! |
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Post by TRM on Mar 11, 2015 5:40:11 GMT -5
The axles do look nice ER!! Nothing wrong with the parts fitting good from the outset! Keep clearing that bench!! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 11, 2015 7:45:12 GMT -5
Looking real good!
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Post by eastrock on Mar 11, 2015 13:10:09 GMT -5
Todd - my small desk is getting a lot cleaner by day lol Andy - now where could I drive you with your date |
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Post by Leon on Mar 11, 2015 15:30:30 GMT -5
ER! The rear axles look great .A lot of nice detail there. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 11, 2015 17:54:35 GMT -5
Sure, you can go out with my wife... she is officially a cougar too. LOL
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Post by eastrock on Mar 11, 2015 22:59:25 GMT -5
Leon - Since I got one free space lots of time to work on the line - up.
Andy - Nah I'll just be your driver lol
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Post by kaytermarram on Mar 15, 2015 12:00:08 GMT -5
What a vehicle! I follow this with interest and have put this thing on my wishlist. Do not know exactly, but I think I have seen such a car in the movie DISTRICT 9, and having this alien battle droid it would be cool to combine both of them with the soldiers. OK, back to real stuff! I am very curious how you will proceed!
Frank
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Post by eastrock on Mar 15, 2015 13:16:37 GMT -5
Hi There Frank, yes I do remember watching the insect like aliens!!! the closest one is the Bushmaster, you can also try this kit and go to the troop variant |
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Post by TRM on Mar 15, 2015 14:39:41 GMT -5
LOL...nice referencing Frank!! That would work for your world I think!  Close enough and gives you room to broaden the scope of things!! |
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Post by kaytermarram on Mar 15, 2015 16:27:12 GMT -5
Hell yes, you both are my heroes!
Frank
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Post by eastrock on Mar 22, 2015 5:11:45 GMT -5
Small update: A sheet of PE and decals  on the fuel assembly step you need to put the PE part on the kit part due to its very thin and brittle, its also a safe way to cut it with a sharp blade.  and here's the finish Fuel Assembly and this conclude step 7 on the kit.  Cheers!! |
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Post by Leon on Mar 22, 2015 6:21:37 GMT -5
Nice work on the fuel assembly ER ! Making good progress. |
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Post by TRM on Mar 22, 2015 8:14:15 GMT -5
Nicely done ER!! Clean work!! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 22, 2015 11:19:23 GMT -5
Lovely work on the PE!
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