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Post by Paul B on Jan 28, 2023 21:54:24 GMT
Thank you John  . The MG34 is the kit part, the position of it and the MP42 were changed. The instructions show them in the wrong places compared to the real vehicle 
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Post by Snipersmudge on Jan 29, 2023 4:07:31 GMT
Another fab update, plenty to enjoy here.
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Post by Boots on Jan 29, 2023 12:30:41 GMT
Man...you certainly know how to pack in a full days work  , terrific amount of work fella 
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Post by nito74 on Jan 29, 2023 18:27:22 GMT
Hi fellas !! Another update, I have to admit after this one I'm a little tired, here we go,
HobbyBoss Mig-17, I added the pitot tubes and 23mm cannons, as everything with this little kit, it could have been a nice one but the extras have ruined it a little, after the whole Resin Cockpit debacle ... if you drill the pitot holes with the diameter required on the instructions (1.1mm) you will ruin the whole wing..
even with 0,8mm it's nasty, I will let it cure for a day or two and then fix with some putty. I will also get some primer and paint on the wheels soon.
 
Meng's M3A3, I did some more track section but mostly painted the rubber black tire on one side, now I can tackle all the wheels much faster. Hopefully getting the wheels & tracks on the hull, and putting the massive armor skirts in place. Then detail painting before starting the turret.
Miniart T-44,
Another section that's full of great detailing, started working on the fenders,
 
   
I wanted to start the last PE mesh holder... but I broke it already while cleaning up.. gave to coats of Tamyia Extra Thin... but it's still very fragile, and I still have to clean up the inside sprue..
So I painted the wheels , and will get to the Rubber Black part later on.

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Post by nito74 on Jan 29, 2023 18:30:28 GMT
Thanks everyone for the support and kind words, and I agree Boots, this weekend I wasn't lazy at all... been a busy workbench these days. 
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 29, 2023 18:53:27 GMT
Looking fine, John, and love those sleek lines on the MIG-17. Always thought the -15s and -17s looked like total hot rods! Nice work on the T-44, as well.
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Post by nito74 on Jan 30, 2023 3:10:30 GMT
Looking fine, John, and love those sleek lines on the MIG-17. Always thought the -15s and -17s looked like total hot rods! Nice work on the T-44, as well. Thanks Ian !
I like the kit from HobbyBoss but I don't recommend the Resin Cockpit, despite the detail, it will make joining the 4 part fuselage a problem. Also the metal cannons look good but the pitot tubes are too wide for the wing recess. You are right these little buggers look like Hot Rods with wings !
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Post by nito74 on Jan 30, 2023 14:17:42 GMT
Small update :
Started painted the rubber tires on the Wespe(Tamyia) and the T-44(Miniart)
 
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 30, 2023 14:38:55 GMT
Nice wheelage!!!!!!
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Post by Paul B on Jan 30, 2023 15:03:35 GMT
I'd say wheelie nice 
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Post by Ian H. on Jan 30, 2023 23:37:40 GMT
I'd say wheelie nice  I am not sure if Steve or Boots is more responsible for those puns!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
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Post by Boots on Jan 31, 2023 16:42:40 GMT
The thought never even entered my mind........and i`m being `wheely` honest about that 
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Post by nito74 on Feb 3, 2023 4:05:37 GMT
Not much done... just finished painted some wheels.
I need to finish Wespe, Bradley and T-44 wheels

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Post by Boots on Feb 3, 2023 21:20:58 GMT
Neat and tidy wheel work John 
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Post by nito74 on Feb 4, 2023 18:06:16 GMT
Neat and tidy wheel work John  Thanks Boots !!
I worked a few hours this afternoon, I will post my next update either this evening or tomorrow... so stay tuned 
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Post by Snipersmudge on Feb 4, 2023 18:46:35 GMT
Indeed cool wheel workings.
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Post by Paul B on Feb 4, 2023 18:59:38 GMT
Very smart 
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Post by nito74 on Feb 5, 2023 2:23:08 GMT
Update ::
Some work on the Wespe, more wheels, and got some primer on the rear of the hull to get that PE ready for paint.

Yup, that small aircraft from Special Hobby just joined the party...
    
Pz38t E /F, the tracks got one coat of Black

Clear parts added to the BMP-1 and one or two details missing from the hull, I still have some parts to add and also a few details on the turret.
Bradley's wheels
T-44, more details added, front of the tank and fenders
  
And finally, the mighty Stratos
  
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Post by Ian H. on Feb 5, 2023 4:32:11 GMT
A Special Hobby project in the mix! I see no locater pins so definitely Special Hobby! The PE looks excellent on the BMP and nice detail on the T-44. That Lancia is a great looking car! Can't wait to see that built up.
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Post by Paul B on Feb 5, 2023 6:59:13 GMT
Good lord, aircraft, tanks, apc's and now civilian cars  . You have many talents John, good work ole chap 
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