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Post by jkb on Jan 15, 2018 20:24:56 GMT
Ok i felt the ''need'' to build a Tiger.  I 've had this kit for some years now.... and decided to build it. The kit provides PE and zimmerit. Although kind on the thick side plus the prob that the turret zimmerit has to be curved on the original parts it is still in there. We'll see what i'm gonna do about it.  The tracks are link and length. This kit was bought new a few years back for 18 euros.....    And here is a pic of the issue i can see with the turret's side zimmerit.  |
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Post by Robbo on Jan 15, 2018 20:34:00 GMT
First in, I've got a late Tiger 1, AFV Club
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Post by JEFF on Jan 15, 2018 20:44:01 GMT
Second on board, John. Hard not to like a Tiggy build.
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Post by Boots on Jan 15, 2018 20:53:13 GMT
John i`ve had that same zimm before on a Tiger i built from Italeri........was long before i knew all about alternatives but i think it went on ok and weathered up alright as well, i remember just gluing-clamping-gluing-clamp..... ya get the picture  ......as for thickness just run it over same course(ish) sandpaper to thin it a tad  |
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Post by Marco on Jan 16, 2018 9:29:32 GMT
I'm in too! Long time w/o build an Italeri kit. Lets see this one!
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Post by jkb on Jan 17, 2018 10:37:13 GMT
An easy to build kit, that goes together very well. Detail is very good, overall happy with it till now.    |
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Post by nito74 on Jan 17, 2018 11:07:51 GMT
First in, I've got a late Tiger 1, AFV Club AFV's is the best late Tiger. Did it a few years ago. Terrific kit. No problems, no issues, no "Dragonish" issues. I added ATAK Zimm. |
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Post by nito74 on Jan 17, 2018 11:09:24 GMT
Nice work so far.
Is there any PE for the engine covers ?
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Post by JEFF on Jan 17, 2018 11:33:18 GMT
That does look good, John. Glad to hear it's smooth sailing. |
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Post by Paul B on Jan 17, 2018 11:45:12 GMT
Certainly looks the part from over here  |
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Post by jkb on Jan 17, 2018 20:13:39 GMT
Well ppl, main assembly is done. Tools will be added after painting and the tracks.. The kit gave me a good surprise regarding the accuracy of the turret;s design. Italeri actually have the offset front armour of the gun and the extra small part of added armour to cover the gap. Even very expensive kits lack that! PE parts are provided for the engine grilles, the side fenders and the exhaust covers. They are thin and very easy to work with.  The zimeritt on the turret took some work to get it in place but nothing too serious.   And the kit waiting for a coat of primer.     |
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Post by Boots on Jan 17, 2018 21:49:06 GMT
That worked out very nicely indeed matey............lovely clean build  |
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Post by JEFF on Jan 18, 2018 0:30:21 GMT
Man, that was fast. Glad to see you got that Zim squared away.  |
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Post by Paul B on Jan 18, 2018 11:57:34 GMT
You certainly shown that Zim who's the boss . Great work John |
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Post by Marco on Jan 18, 2018 13:44:34 GMT
Great work indeed! About the zimm: If it warped, force, if broke, need to change anyway! (I don't know if it have the same meaning in English - I tryied! ) |
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Post by Snipersmudge on Jan 19, 2018 8:30:31 GMT
speed build or what! smashing work John |
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Post by Armorguy on Jan 19, 2018 20:34:17 GMT
That came out great sir ! Spray on !
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 20, 2018 14:35:12 GMT
Crisp build, indeed.
Best wishes,
Ian
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Post by jkb on Jan 22, 2018 20:35:14 GMT
Thanks chaps. Base coat is on. Not the best job possible. At this point the build will stop. Let's hope it will proceed soon.   |
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Post by NEMO on Jan 22, 2018 21:52:02 GMT
I couldn't possibly comment on the accuracy but it looks dang Tiger-ey to me my friend! Looks like the build caused no issues. Soup herb! |
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