Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 13, 2014 Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 When I decide to tackle some armour for a change, I'll make damn well sure it has a lot of it. Say hello to the Trumpeter KV-1. I'll add some photo-etch, Friul tracks and metal barrel with resin mantlet. I stumbled on my old armour stash yesterday (sort of an Eastern egg) which holds enough accessories to bring some life to this model. Well... Here goes! 1
Administrators James H Posted April 13, 2014 Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 Have you checked the rivets on this model? Looking forward to seeing you tackle some armour.
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 13, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 And so it begins.. I have assembled lots of Friulmodel tracks in my Armor modeling days. About 10 yrs ago. They need careful cleaning and checking, but man... the final result is worth the investment. Another bonus is the weight they add to the model. This is already bringing back memories! 1
Administrators James H Posted April 13, 2014 Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 Last time I assembled a set, I had 100's of holes in my fingertips from inserting those pins. A labour of love, but they do look great.
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 13, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 Last time I assembled a set, I had 100's of holes in my fingertips from inserting those pins. A labour of love, but they do look great. I know what u mean! You know what my trick was? Put a drop of super glue on my fingertip to protect it. These tracks however... don't let the axle go all the way through! Really nice...
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 13, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 It's a real welcome change from working clean, minute and delicate. Rough, muddy, scratches, therapeutic.... Indeed big links Matt. A bit further now: 1
Administrators Fran Posted April 13, 2014 Administrators Posted April 13, 2014 Nice choice!! Looking forward to see this one!
Dave J Posted April 14, 2014 Posted April 14, 2014 nice Start Jeroen! Whats up with that resin Matlet? Does it correct something with the kits one?
One-Oh-Four Posted April 14, 2014 Posted April 14, 2014 Woohoo, Jeroen has joined us too!!! Now, Cees....... 1
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 14, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 14, 2014 Woohoo, Jeroen has joined us too!!! Now, Cees....... FAT chance. I'm still gathering spirit to get this build rolling. And waiting for a PE set to arrive. 1
Paulster Posted April 15, 2014 Posted April 15, 2014 Just me. This how I do Fruils without stabbing myself. Lay 10 down, tape 'em, pin 'em! 3
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 15, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 15, 2014 Good idea! Never thought of that...
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 16, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 16, 2014 Some progress! Tedious work... Now i remember the switch to planes. 1
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 16, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 16, 2014 nice Start Jeroen! Whats up with that resin Matlet? Does it correct something with the kits one? Hi Dave, To be honest... I don't know. I bought this kit in a package. Tracks, barrel, kit. First look: no significant difference. Keep you posted!
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 17, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 17, 2014 I am doing some research on the fenders of these tanks. Looks like many lost parts of them or managed to get them pretty warped:
nmayhew Posted April 18, 2014 Posted April 18, 2014 Hey Jeroen Neil Stokes has a new book out available on Amazon on the KV tanks - he is THE man when it comes to these, so it may be worth a peek? I think the books are photo files as much as ref material, but not too sure in that regard... Let me know if you need a link... 1
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 19, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 19, 2014 Hey Jeroen Neil Stokes has a new book out available on Amazon on the KV tanks - he is THE man when it comes to these, so it may be worth a peek? I think the books are photo files as much as ref material, but not too sure in that regard... Let me know if you need a link... Thnx for the heads up Nick, I'll have a look. I already have both Tankograd books on the KV. Here's a scan of what I'm going for. A partial disappeared fender. In about 30% of the pics i see of this type the fenders are gone, partially gone or badly warped. Still waiting for PE to arrive...
Paulster Posted April 19, 2014 Posted April 19, 2014 Says I don't have permission to see file. Guess I'm not special.
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted April 19, 2014 Author Administrators Posted April 19, 2014 Hi Paul! Thats weird. Can you see it now?
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