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Post by JEFF on Apr 2, 2018 20:56:28 GMT
Been in a bit of a slump lately for various reasons. I'm hoping this build will snap me out of it. Anyway. Here's what I'll be building, with a set of MiniArt tracks thrown in for fun. ![](https://www.scalehobbyist.com/images/products/TAM/TAM00035324/TAM00035324_9_l.jpg) The kit has been ordered and should be at My Post Office by the end of the week. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png) I have managed to clear the Bench in readiness for it's arrival. ![](http://preview.ibb.co/iKdghH/IMG_1189.jpg)
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Post by Paul B on Apr 3, 2018 8:00:34 GMT
Jeff's first into the ring ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png) . I'll join thee later Jeff, but my build will not be started for a couple of weeks yet ![O_o](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/browraise.png)
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Post by JEFF on Apr 3, 2018 8:59:09 GMT
No worries, PB. As you can see, I'm running a little behind too. ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png)
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Post by tanksami on Apr 3, 2018 10:02:23 GMT
Jeff,
Will certainly be watching this for sure as I have a "puzzle"to do later down the track, so will keep my eyes peeled for any wisdom you toss out!!
Cheers Mike
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Post by Boots on Apr 3, 2018 13:50:37 GMT
Waiting patiently ![:P](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/tongue.png)
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Post by JEFF on Apr 3, 2018 23:10:25 GMT
Thanks, Boys. Small problem with the MiniArt Tracks. On backorder. Will these work? ![](https://www.scalehobbyist.com/images/products/TRP/TRP00006622/TRP00006622_2_l.jpg) I could use the bandy tracks that come with the kit but I really don't want to.
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Post by Snipersmudge on Apr 4, 2018 6:14:13 GMT
nice choice mate, can't comment on the tracks though ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png)
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Post by SteveM on Apr 4, 2018 7:00:52 GMT
I’ve heard that the kit tracks aren’t bad and can be glued and painted so they might be worth a look when the kit arrives?
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Post by Paul B on Apr 4, 2018 11:00:11 GMT
Those Trumpy tracks fit perfickly Jeff ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png) . I have used them plenty of times myself, only had one mishap. The first time I used them I used Mr Hobby Limone thin cement, I got the dreaded track shrinkage with it. Since then I have used Revell Contacta Professional with no issues at all.
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Post by JEFF on Apr 4, 2018 20:50:52 GMT
Thanks for the info, Lads. My vendor say's He has a restock order coming this Friday or Monday. If that happens, I'll go with the MiniArt's. If not then it will be the Trumpy's. ![;)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/wink.png)
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Post by CarlRF on Apr 5, 2018 3:27:03 GMT
A good ole T55 build !
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Post by JEFF on Apr 5, 2018 23:10:12 GMT
Hey Carl. Thanks, Bub. I hope it is. ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png) Kit arrived today minus the tracks but we'll see what happens. Should have some sprue shots tomorrow night with the build starting Saturday Morning. ![;)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/wink.png)
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Post by Mence on Apr 6, 2018 13:21:03 GMT
Nice one Jeffers, looking forward to an update in your own good time. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png)
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Post by JEFF on Apr 6, 2018 23:16:54 GMT
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Post by CarlRF on Apr 7, 2018 4:24:13 GMT
Good pics brudda . Be careful with that "flying glue ".......I knocked over a bottle a week ago ![;-|](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/squint.png)
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Post by JEFF on Apr 7, 2018 12:54:42 GMT
Thanks, Carl. I hate when that happens. ![:P](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/tongue.png) Got a little done. Sprockets built, Wheels cut, trimmed and impaled. ![](http://preview.ibb.co/mh3kXH/IMG_1205.jpg) ![](http://preview.ibb.co/mbsOKx/IMG_1208.jpg) Lower Hull almost complete. ![](http://preview.ibb.co/b3jQXH/IMG_1210.jpg) ![](http://preview.ibb.co/fDR5XH/IMG_1211.jpg) Aside from a few screw ups by yours truly, the fit has been good. AAACW.
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Post by Paul B on Apr 7, 2018 16:18:29 GMT
I think you should change your name to "Jeff the Impaler" ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png) . Great start mucker ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png)
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Post by JEFF on Apr 7, 2018 20:48:10 GMT
I shall take your suggestion under advisment, Paul. ![;)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/wink.png) Thanks, Dude.
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Post by JEFF on Apr 8, 2018 9:11:55 GMT
All righty then. Front and rear lower Glacis plates built up and installed. ![](http://preview.ibb.co/iw6PSH/IMG_1212.jpg) ![](http://preview.ibb.co/mU4B7H/IMG_1213.jpg) Fuel Drums glued up and dry fitted to the dry fitted brackets and upper Hull. ![](http://preview.ibb.co/kM6SEx/IMG_1214.jpg) ![](http://preview.ibb.co/dk5LZx/IMG_1215.jpg) O.K. So now I need some help. The roadwheels and lower hull need some color/colour. I've narrowed it down to these 3. ![](http://preview.ibb.co/m96DMc/IMG_1216.jpg) Any thoughts? AAACW
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Post by tanksami on Apr 8, 2018 9:29:09 GMT
Hi Jeff, You are flying along already talking paint!! Lol Of the three choices I would use the mix a bit of the yellow with buff maybe?? Keep up the inspiring progress!! Cheers Mike
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