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Post by nito74 on Nov 20, 2018 12:05:39 GMT
Not a smidgin' . It's all just a straight forward T-72 tank , I even reckon there is more reactive armour blocks than single track links, plus PE bolts for the lead anti-radioactive covering for the turret . (which disappear under the afore mentioned armour blocks ) I think it might be around 100 PE bolts.. Most of thr Trumpeter B version have these bolts. Even the 1983 version I got in the last purchase has 96 PE bolts..
But with those side skirts you can cut at least 1/3 of the track links ... I think on some kits the front plate ERA blocks are one piece ( they did that with the T-62 ) not sure with the T-72.
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Post by JEFF on Nov 20, 2018 15:27:51 GMT
Just got an update on the M1070. It's been shipped.
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Post by Boots on Nov 20, 2018 17:00:30 GMT
Whoooooop.........
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Post by SteveM on Nov 20, 2018 19:18:38 GMT
Yeah Baby! Mine's still on order...
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Post by Mence on Nov 20, 2018 19:22:29 GMT
In box review, in box review, in......
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Post by alexb on Nov 20, 2018 21:05:45 GMT
The postman dropped this off today.
I've been looking for a tank to kitbash for a Vampire Alien Lady tank. I've built this one before but instead of breaking down the built one I decided to pick up a new one and start from scratch. Plus, I wanted the C variant with the Leopard-like tracks but alas it was not in stock. It fits the old Battlezone tank game image.
Speaking of tracks...I picked this one up most probably for the T34 in my Tank Restoration project. AFV Club sends some pretty ratty vinyl ones with the kit. Also pictured, I-Beams and Rectangular tube for the garage support and for a ceiling crane.
The last figure set from MB's Edge of the Universe Set. I really just need the male figure but can probably find a use for the goblin guy. They've actually added two more figures to the series but I probably won't mess with them....they don't fit the theme I'm going with.
And more 1/24 figures to be converted for my little project. I'm having a good time with these conversions.
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Post by SteveM on Nov 20, 2018 21:40:44 GMT
He looks like Jude Law in A.I.
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Post by JEFF on Nov 20, 2018 22:10:16 GMT
Steve, sorry it's taking so long, Bro. There was no way I ever expected to see it over here before you Guys. Mence, when it lands we'll see.
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Post by alexb on Nov 20, 2018 23:24:31 GMT
He looks like Jude Law in A.I.
The mohawk will not be retained.
The figures are actually pretty nice. The pin-ups prove really useful as conversions. What work I've managed to do...they work well with. It's an odd scale...1/24...but I think that works for me because it forces me to do something different with them. I should have some build-related postings up at the start of the new year. We're remodeling the house so I'm not really sure how that will impact my build time.
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Post by SteveM on Nov 21, 2018 7:46:07 GMT
When you’re ready fella
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Post by nito74 on Nov 22, 2018 0:12:29 GMT
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Post by Paul B on Nov 22, 2018 4:59:15 GMT
Cool book John
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Post by SteveM on Nov 22, 2018 12:40:45 GMT
That should be a great reference by the looks of it
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Post by Boots on Nov 22, 2018 13:29:33 GMT
Great lookin` read there John
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Post by nito74 on Nov 22, 2018 15:28:37 GMT
There were supposed to be 2 books, well the other one arrived today..
717 pages...
i have to say, I wasn't expecting this level of info,detail and quality of the photos.
It exceeded my expectations.
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Post by Paul B on Nov 22, 2018 15:40:36 GMT
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Post by Boots on Nov 22, 2018 16:38:47 GMT
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Post by SteveM on Nov 22, 2018 18:49:59 GMT
That’s always a great feeling, nothing worse than opening a book a being disappointed
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Post by Paul B on Nov 23, 2018 18:45:53 GMT
The postman dropped this off today. I've been looking for a tank to kitbash for a Vampire Alien Lady tank. I've built this one before but instead of breaking down the built one I decided to pick up a new one and start from scratch. Plus, I wanted the C variant with the Leopard-like tracks but alas it was not in stock. It fits the old Battlezone tank game image.
Alex have you noticed the little bad guys in the back ground of that S-Tank ? Hobby Fan have one , a little pricey but may be of interest for you.
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Post by Mence on Nov 23, 2018 18:56:40 GMT
Well, seeing as the M551 is unlikely to be here before the New Year, ordered this as a potential Christmas build.
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