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Tiger_213
Joined: August 10, 2012
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Posted: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 04:45 AM UTC
Paul, it's a small army with very old, out of date tanks. If they bothered to add a floor it was probably nothing more than some ply-wood or maybe some corrugated sheet metal from a roof?
panzerconor
Joined: February 08, 2012
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Posted: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 08:03 AM UTC
Gary, I have no idea what the hell that is you're building, but it's got to be one of the coolest kits I've seen in a while. Awesome work dude 
-Conor
-Conor
Youngun
Joined: November 10, 2010
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Posted: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 11:32 AM UTC
Being wounded has it perks, had all day to work on the Huey
Still working on the figure placement, I'm nout sure whether I want a compact scene or a more spread out scene
Still working on the figure placement, I'm nout sure whether I want a compact scene or a more spread out scene
Bluestab
Joined: December 03, 2009
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Posted: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 06:15 PM UTC
Paul, I checked both of my Hellcats (Academy and AFV Club) and you cannot see much through the turret. At most, I'd go with a couple of sections of tread plate to cover the torsion bars just below the turret.
Alex Z, I'd bring the figures in close to the Huey. They're covering their extraction so maybe keep one just a bit further out in a defensive firing position. Keeping them close should make for a busier and more urgent scene.
Alex Z, I'd bring the figures in close to the Huey. They're covering their extraction so maybe keep one just a bit further out in a defensive firing position. Keeping them close should make for a busier and more urgent scene.
Tiger_213
Joined: August 10, 2012
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Posted: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 09:33 PM UTC
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Paul, I checked both of my Hellcats (Academy and AFV Club) and you cannot see much through the turret. At most, I'd go with a couple of sections of tread plate to cover the torsion bars just below the turret.
Alex Z, I'd bring the figures in close to the Huey. They're covering their extraction so maybe keep one just a bit further out in a defensive firing position. Keeping them close should make for a busier and more urgent scene.
A door gunner would be cool to see too!
Is there supposed to be a gap between the top of the carge/crew compartment and the Huey's engines? The cockpit looks great.
Youngun
Joined: November 10, 2010
KitMaker: 587 posts
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Posted: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 - 02:14 AM UTC
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Quoted TextPaul, I checked both of my Hellcats (Academy and AFV Club) and you cannot see much through the turret. At most, I'd go with a couple of sections of tread plate to cover the torsion bars just below the turret.
Alex Z, I'd bring the figures in close to the Huey. They're covering their extraction so maybe keep one just a bit further out in a defensive firing position. Keeping them close should make for a busier and more urgent scene.
A door gunner would be cool to see too!
Is there supposed to be a gap between the top of the carge/crew compartment and the Huey's engines? The cockpit looks great.
The gap is just the lack of roof. The Dragon/Panada hueys are modular so they can be adapted for various types of Huey. The gunner is in place, on the far right standing in the chopper door, all thats missing is the M23 weapon system and his arms.The one thing I worry about is the guy throwing the smoke grenade and whether it would hit the blades,
1721Lancers
Joined: March 21, 2012
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Posted: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 - 03:36 AM UTC
Hi Alex, hi Christopher,
I think I´ve been out in the snow for too long.
To start with I looked through only the turret shell
and that explains why I can see so much hull floor. Also
there is a small section of floor behind the gunners seat,
where the loader is obviously placed .
I shall add a couple of bits to hull sides but the rest
isn´t really a problem. I should just wake up
and read
the academy instructions
instead jumping to conclusions.
Back to the bench.
Paul
I think I´ve been out in the snow for too long.
To start with I looked through only the turret shell
and that explains why I can see so much hull floor. Also
there is a small section of floor behind the gunners seat,
where the loader is obviously placed
.I shall add a couple of bits to hull sides but the rest
isn´t really a problem. I should just wake up
and read the academy instructions
instead jumping to conclusions.Back to the bench.
Paul
Tiger_213
Joined: August 10, 2012
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Posted: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 - 03:44 AM UTC
Paul, the instructions are there for a reason!
Alex (Younguns), Arms would help that door gunner out tremendously I'd bet. And it might be a bit safer if the two soldiers in front of him moved out of the way a bit.
Alex (Younguns), Arms would help that door gunner out tremendously I'd bet. And it might be a bit safer if the two soldiers in front of him moved out of the way a bit.
Tanksami
Joined: August 06, 2011
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Posted: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 - 09:11 PM UTC
Paul,
It's ok I know you were testing out the very hush hush ratko racing recon which was "lightened" all gun & little armor like a pocket battleship 
Alex I agree with the advice about having the guys close to the huey showing how "quick" every thing is moving, what if you had / could do someone getting shot who wasn't at the chopper yet to show that not everyone made it??
It's ok I know you were testing out the very hush hush ratko racing recon which was "lightened" all gun & little armor like a pocket battleship
Alex I agree with the advice about having the guys close to the huey showing how "quick" every thing is moving, what if you had / could do someone getting shot who wasn't at the chopper yet to show that not everyone made it??
ltb073
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 03:25 AM UTC
Hi guys
Im a little late to the start of this party but now that all my school work is finished the production line can be in full swing
And while my 2 Tigers were drying i figured I would start my Dragon T34/85
I have my NVA marking that i will be using in the center of the picture thanks to Ian
Thanks again buddy
Im a little late to the start of this party but now that all my school work is finished the production line can be in full swing
And while my 2 Tigers were drying i figured I would start my Dragon T34/85
I have my NVA marking that i will be using in the center of the picture thanks to Ian
Thanks again buddy
1721Lancers
Joined: March 21, 2012
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 03:32 AM UTC
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Paul,
It's ok I know you were testing out the very hush hush ratko racing recon which was "lightened" all gun & little armor like a pocket battleship
Mike, your seeing all through me dude
Hi Sal, hows things in NY, we don´t here nothing anymore in the news. And what ever you do take it easy on the Xmas lights, you don´t wanna knock the power down again
Paul
BBD468
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 03:56 AM UTC
Heli's lookin' good Alex Z. The detail on the instrument panels are nice.
Sal, sweet kit buddy! Nice to have you kick things off....
I finished the build, then decided to do some modifying. The pics will show what im talking about - before/after.
Log chains:
Going to add a scratched tarp roll here:
Ill post pics of the tarp roll in a bit.
Gary
Sal, sweet kit buddy! Nice to have you kick things off....
I finished the build, then decided to do some modifying. The pics will show what im talking about - before/after.
Log chains:
Going to add a scratched tarp roll here:
Ill post pics of the tarp roll in a bit.
Gary
panzerconor
Joined: February 08, 2012
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 04:08 AM UTC
That's one of the coolest tanks I've seen in a while. Awesome work
-Conor
-Conor
ltb073
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 04:29 AM UTC
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Hi Sal, hows things in NY, we don´t here nothing anymore in the news. And what ever you do take it easy on the Xmas lights, you don´t wanna knock the power down again
Paul Thanks for asking some things are starting to get back to normal Lost power on Saturday and then again on Monday so that is still a big 
Long Island Rail road that runs into Manhattan finally went to their normal scheduled this week. But some people in some of the hardest hit areas are still not in their homes if they still have a home
My daughters girlfriends home had fuel oil, raw sewage and salt water in it so it is now condemned, they have to tear it down and build new 
@ Gary I dont know what type of tank that is bro but its looking great
Bluestab
Joined: December 03, 2009
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 04:38 AM UTC
Gary, Now you're just showing off. Nice move changing out the chains for cables.
I need to get back to work on my Somali T-34.
I need to get back to work on my Somali T-34.
kruppw
Joined: March 17, 2006
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 12:07 PM UTC
Gary, the asu is being to look like a real beast, keep up the good works.
Well I’ve finally began to paint the Saladin over the last two days. Just like Gary I’m trying to make the paint interesting since I’ve only seen these in Lebanon in over all green. I’m trying to go for the sun bleached finish, So I’ve started out with a very light yellowish green. Once the weather starts, the paint will darken up more. I still have a few more areas to fad before I can seal everything for the weathering process.
Well I’ve finally began to paint the Saladin over the last two days. Just like Gary I’m trying to make the paint interesting since I’ve only seen these in Lebanon in over all green. I’m trying to go for the sun bleached finish, So I’ve started out with a very light yellowish green. Once the weather starts, the paint will darken up more. I still have a few more areas to fad before I can seal everything for the weathering process.
BBD468
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 12:50 PM UTC
Chris, She looks fantastic buddy! Love the color you have as your base - Tamiya mix? Sweet build too!!
Well, i have her primed and a little paint work done. Ive also scratched a tarp roll from gift bag tissue paper and white glue. Straps were made from Whiskas cat food lid.
More later!
Gary
Well, i have her primed and a little paint work done. Ive also scratched a tarp roll from gift bag tissue paper and white glue. Straps were made from Whiskas cat food lid.
More later!
Gary
Nito74
Joined: March 04, 2008
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 01:00 PM UTC
Gary, I got to have one of those... sweeet build, great looking tank... 
BBD468
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 01:19 PM UTC
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Gary, I got to have one of those... sweeet build, great looking tank...
Hey John,
Thanks my friend! I tell ya, this is one of my favorite builds. Its been a treat to build and i recommend it. The barrel needs some work and there is no AM replacement but i spent extra time with it and it'll pass.
Gary
panzerconor
Joined: February 08, 2012
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 01:28 PM UTC
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Gary, I got to have one of those... sweeet build, great looking tank...
I agree. I got no idea what it is, but I need one.
-Conor
BBD468
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 01:41 PM UTC
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Quoted TextGary, I got to have one of those... sweeet build, great looking tank...
I agree. I got no idea what it is, but I need one.
-Conor
LOL...Conor, thats exactlly what i thought first time i saw one...just looked COOL!
Gary
Nito74
Joined: March 04, 2008
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 01:49 PM UTC
This is it Connor
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASU-85
I know Trumpeter has 2 versions of this tank.
The build kit is way more impressive than the boxart, and Gary as always will turn this into a masterpiece !!
Gary what are you planning to get on the bench next ?
-- big hint -- I'm managing 3 more Campaigns, Big CatsII, ColdWar MBT's and Panzer 38(t) Brigade ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASU-85
I know Trumpeter has 2 versions of this tank.
The build kit is way more impressive than the boxart, and Gary as always will turn this into a masterpiece !!
Gary what are you planning to get on the bench next ?
-- big hint -- I'm managing 3 more Campaigns, Big CatsII, ColdWar MBT's and Panzer 38(t) Brigade ...
asmodeuss
Joined: November 19, 2011
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 02:25 PM UTC
I definitly hate you Gary Boggs! How the hell am I suppose to top that now??
You nail that build bro! Clean and tight as always. and you'll have to give me your secret of the on and off track / wheel thing. I sense high level of mediclorian in your blood Mace windu
nice high tech graplepinthing by the way.
Are you sleeping late again bro? Can't seem to get a hold of you these day.
Phil.
How the hell am I suppose to top that now??You nail that build bro! Clean and tight as always. and you'll have to give me your secret of the on and off track / wheel thing. I sense high level of mediclorian in your blood Mace windu
nice high tech graplepinthing by the way.
Are you sleeping late again bro? Can't seem to get a hold of you these day.
Phil.
SaxonTheShiba
Joined: February 01, 2009
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 02:55 PM UTC
Gary---that is a badass ASU-85. I have to get one. What a cool looking vehicle!!!
Chris----Saladin looks awesome.
Sal-----Glad to help in regards to the decals. Glad we will have a good -34 turnout.
Regards, Ian
Chris----Saladin looks awesome.
Sal-----Glad to help in regards to the decals. Glad we will have a good -34 turnout.
Regards, Ian
BBD468
Joined: March 08, 2010
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Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 03:12 PM UTC
Hey John, If i had a cold war kit id enlist in a heartbeat buddy! Well see what santa's got to say about that.
Brother Phil....(((LOL)))...in know bro...in know! Yeah my sleep is all out of whack! Ill be honest Phil, i aint felt myself lately even though it hasnt affected my modelling, im just not sure. I went to the doctor monday and ill get my blood test results this comin' monday and we'll see whats up...or down...or whatever!!! 
BTW, what tha heck is "high tech graplepinthing"???
Ian, i cant recommend this kit enough! Its different, cool, everything fits well, I love it! Well...there is tha barrel
Oh well, 9 outa 10 aint bad!
Thanks fellas!
Gary
Brother Phil....(((LOL)))...in know bro...in know!
Yeah my sleep is all out of whack! Ill be honest Phil, i aint felt myself lately even though it hasnt affected my modelling, im just not sure. I went to the doctor monday and ill get my blood test results this comin' monday and we'll see whats up...or down...or whatever!!! BTW, what tha heck is "high tech graplepinthing"??? Ian, i cant recommend this kit enough! Its different, cool, everything fits well, I love it! Well...there is tha barrel
Oh well, 9 outa 10 aint bad! Thanks fellas!
Gary
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