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Post by tommygunn on Dec 7, 2020 7:15:13 GMT
Looking good. Ditto what Marco said about the tracks. That’s the way I do it too.
I use Tamiya extra thin cement, on a flat surface glue a few pieces together. Leave to dry for a few minutes while you do the other track side
Lift up and place on the sprocket or return roller. Mould into shape and wait. The longer you wait the better. After a while check you haven’t cocked up and glued them on by mistake.
The next day add a few more pieces to the completed length.
I usually do one track in 2 halves, that way it’s easier to fit on once painted and weathered.
Hope this makes sense.
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Post by booboo on Dec 22, 2020 22:42:55 GMT
I’ve never tried this method of wheel and track assembly until I recently built the new Tamiya Marder I. Having no choice but to assemble this way I found it a lot easier than I thought.
Best tip I could give is use a slow drying cement. It gives you plenty of wiggle room time to achieve a good alignment
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Post by SteveM on Feb 21, 2021 17:30:25 GMT
I think it’s time to move this one on a bit! Thanks for all the comments and suggestions fellas. I went for a link and length type solution and made up part lengths let them set, primed with black then built them up on the tank. Doesn’t look too bad for my second 1/35 AFV in 3 years  Also moved onto paint so base coat of Tamiya TS-3 yellow then built up the colours and camo. I’ve tried for the look of a Tiger from August 44 that has thinly applied camo. Still lots to do such as flat coat over the freshly added decals but here’s when she is    ACWAE  |
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Post by Paul B on Feb 21, 2021 18:16:27 GMT
That camouflage is rather spiffing fella . 3 Years you say, I don't believe you, you've been practicing somewhere |
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Post by Ian H. on Feb 21, 2021 19:47:43 GMT
Love it, Steve. Camo looks great and no mistaking the sinister look of a Tiger I.
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Post by tommygunn on Feb 22, 2021 0:42:02 GMT
I agree. It’s a sinister looking monster alright!!!
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Post by PorcoRosso on Feb 22, 2021 9:20:08 GMT
First class looking Tiger Steve. Great job you done with the camouflage.
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Post by Marco on Feb 22, 2021 13:00:53 GMT
Love the como paint mate! Looks great!
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Post by beano on Feb 22, 2021 14:04:45 GMT
That camo looks great fella 👍
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Post by SteveM on Feb 22, 2021 19:23:21 GMT
Cheers fellas.. now if only the old decals would conform to the Zim! Third coat of Sol going on now |
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Post by Boots on Feb 22, 2021 20:01:44 GMT
That looks the mutts nuts Steve........excellent camo work indeed  |
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Post by Snipersmudge on Feb 23, 2021 9:13:34 GMT
Yeap, like that a lot.
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Post by SteveM on Mar 16, 2021 20:58:04 GMT
Evening all, Tiger update  Dark brown wash, multicoloured oil streaks and some pigments, all lost under some textured weathering Airbrushed Tamiya Buff and Dark Iron on lower hull and running gear. Some final pigments and a flat coat and I’ll be ready for a figure and a base   |
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Post by Boots on Mar 16, 2021 21:25:14 GMT
That`s a `purrrrrrfect` looking kitty right there Steve |
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Post by Robbo on Mar 16, 2021 21:42:30 GMT
That looks really good 😌
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Post by tommygunn on Mar 17, 2021 0:23:27 GMT
Top notch colour scheme.
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Post by Ian H. on Mar 17, 2021 4:57:07 GMT
Steve, the Tiger looks fantastic and top-notch camo application!
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Post by Paul B on Mar 17, 2021 5:08:23 GMT
I must admit, this is rather outstanding   |
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Post by Marco on Mar 17, 2021 10:59:27 GMT
Another great work mate! The paint, weathering, effects, all looks perfect!
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Post by Snipersmudge on Mar 17, 2021 15:59:24 GMT
really smashing looking tigger there Steve |
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