Artful69 Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 Hi all ... I love my 1/35 panzers - in fact any (German WWII) Figurines, AFVs, Artillery etc besides I also love Dragon versions of these kits (and some Tamiya I don't mind) ... The main thing I like ... is Magic Tracks ... as opposed to the 'rubber band' variety. I get the right amount of 'track sag' and everything looks just that little bit more realistic. I have a few kits with rubber bands ... more importantly ... a few Dragon kits with the annoying things!!! ... I wish to replace them with Magic tracks (or similar) I DON"T want metal tracks (like the Fruilmodel ones) ... just plain old, reasonably cheap-ish placcy ones ... Can anyone help with manufacturers on the market atm?? Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 AFV Club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted July 29, 2013 Author Share Posted July 29, 2013 Thanks Nick and Doogs ... Yes ... I've picked up a couple of Dragon kits recently with "DS Tracks" ... although I have to admit that, as yet, I haven't actually built them or tried them out - I am still skeptical. As for the vehicles ... all are German WWII but vary ... 8 ton half tracks, 251's, 250's, Pz.II 'Luchs' (is probably one of the more unusual ones) ... To be honest, I haven't actually gone through my stash yet ... that will be something happening over the next few days though (for PE and brass/alu barrel upgrades as well) ... I will check AFV out ... and Bronco ... I was kinda hoping there would be one "go to" brand for the lot. Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 Rog I was on train before hence brevity of reply! Anyway, you will want to check out PMMS - from memory Terry has done some of usually high standard, in depth reviews of tracks for 251s and the like... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 MK are also renowned for falling apart just for looking at them the wrong way excellent in detail, yes, but I would suggest not for anyone uncomfortable with indie links, or a small budget Fruils have got a lot better in recent years, even though i am not their biggest fan, but, if you have the budget.... THE best tracks i have seen up close and personal are those by Masterclub of Russia they make a fairly decent sized range of injection mould, indie link tracks I reviewed a few of their T-34 tracks: http://scaleplasticandrail.com/kaboom/index.php/all-things-military-vehicle/135-scale/aftermarket-items/1171-135-t-3476-stz-550mm-early-type-tracks-by-masterclub difference here is that the track pins are all perfectly moulded - and therefore correct - and separate, and no drilling out holes bs like you get with Fruils they also have a fledgling range, but in metal - these are mega pricey and I would suggest probably not great value vs their plastic sets... biggest problem they have is distribution - they are tough to find with a mediocre website; i order direct from Russia - bit quirky, but no problems ultimately hth 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradG Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Fruil tracks are almost as expensive as a whole damn Dragon model out here in Australia. Model Kasten are actually a cheaper option, or AFV Club. A friend of mine in my model club a week or so ago gave me a sensational tip for working with rubber track. He glues a piece of wire to the inside top ot the track, then bends the track over the wheels to get the proper sag. The wire keeps it in place. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted July 30, 2013 Author Share Posted July 30, 2013 Nick ... appologies in advance for the multiquote ... It is the quickest way to reply here ... and the easiest to keep track of, without scrolling up and down the screen continually ... ... you will want to check out PMMS - from memory Terry has done some of usually high standard, in depth reviews of tracks for 251s and the like... Thanks Nick ... Who are PMMS ?????? Also, there's Dragon themselves. I know they sell certain Magic Tracks...so if your kit has DS and you want the magics, you may be able to score them separately ... For me, this might be the best option!!! ... who would I contact? - A Dragon distibutor?? Just curious, why no metal tracks? I absolutely love them... A/ expensive ... B/ no need as magic tracks look just a healthy once painted/weathered and ... C/ REALLY freaking expensive!! $30 AUD minimum + postage (non of the locals would sell something like that under $50, if they could be bothered getting it in stock) x about 150-170 kits (minus about 50 WITH Magic Tracks) = $3000 - $3600 ... sorry Doogs THE best tracks i have seen up close and personal are those by Masterclub of Russia http://scaleplasticandrail.com/kaboom/index.php/all-things-military-vehicle/135-scale/aftermarket-items/1171-135-t-3476-stz-550mm-early-type-tracks-by-masterclub biggest problem they have is distribution - they are tough to find with a mediocre website; i order direct from Russia - bit quirky, but no problems ultimately The E-Bay site looks fine and if you've had no issues ... I can roll with this when other options fail - Thanks Nick!! Fruil tracks are almost as expensive as a whole damn Dragon model out here in Australia. Model Kasten are actually a cheaper option, or AFV Club. A friend of mine in my model club a week or so ago gave me a sensational tip for working with rubber track. He glues a piece of wire to the inside top ot the track, then bends the track over the wheels to get the proper sag. The wire keeps it in place. Now THAT sounds like a decent Idea!! I might give it a whirl before before I start ordering ... it's mainly the Tamiya 'rubber bands' that tick me off ... Agree with the "Fruil-ing expensive" assessment!! Thanks Brad Thanks all Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmayhew Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 ok, Google really IS your friend (unless I suppose you used to work for Lycos or some other extinct search engine, but I digress) PMMS is a one man band run by Terry Ashley as much as i think some of my armour reviews are pretty good, TA is the benchmark against which I and all other armour reviewers should be measured against he is also THE fastest on the planet for AFV model news i have these on perma bookmark news http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/newkitnews.html new reviews http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/whatsnew.htm by manufacturer (probably the weakest of the sections, but still pretty good) http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/reviews/vehicles/revafv.htm and by vehicle type http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/reviews/subject.htm knock yourself out! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted July 30, 2013 Author Share Posted July 30, 2013 ... ok, Google really IS your friend PMMS is a one man band run by Terry Ashley knock yourself out! ... Thanks Nick Headslap to self!! ... Duh! Perth Millitary Modeling (@ILIVEheredammit_Ishouldknowthis.com) I'll hammer their site some ... after I recover from concussion Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradG Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I didn't get a good pic of what Robert did, but you can see how the sag on the track looks pretty good with the wire holding it. I think these were the Tamiya kits too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkranias Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 like the Otsu 1-Go class I-19 with the E14Y...nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_ Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Rog This gives a good pile of leads to follow up on... https://www.google.co.uk/#q=1%2F35+track+links Matt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 ... This gives a good pile of leads to follow up on ... Nice work matt ... and thank you!! Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_ Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Rog I hope you didn't think me a pedant when I wrote that... But the simple matter is that Google is such an efficient search system now that a few choice words will find you almost anything you want... The Masterclub of Russia track links look very nice.... Matt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artful69 Posted September 18, 2013 Author Share Posted September 18, 2013 Rog I hope you didn't think me a pedant when I wrote that... But the simple matter is that Google is such an efficient search system now that a few choice words will find you almost anything you want... The Masterclub of Russia track links look very nice.... Matt No, no, no Matt ... honestly!! I appreciate any help in the offing (and pointers)!! ... Look ... I use Google all the time ... Here's the thing though ... there have been times when I have completely overlooked certain sites or pages brought up on Google, simply because they look a bit dodgey ... I guess thats why I've never been scammed. However, some people have actually had experience with a particular site and can rate the owner highly! (as with my search for Heinz Bar decals recently or Nicks' experience with Masterclub) ... In the end someone elses' eyes might see something I don't, also. I do try not to annoy people unnecessarily ... but if I can't find what I'm after on Google within half an hour I generaly ask those who might already be in the know - a handy resource! ... as I work full time - research time is at a minimum. Thanks again Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One-Oh-Four Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 (edited) Well, like a real world modelling club; we're here to help and inspire each other, arent we? Edited October 17, 2013 by Erik B. Even if someone adds his bit after something like a month... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olfogey Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 Although belated, Thanks for the tip about "PMMS"............another great site I didn't know about yet Jim J. -- "olfogey" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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