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Armor and ground forces of the Allied forces during World War II.
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Rust on Sherman exhaust?
Stampede
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Posted: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 - 08:44 PM UTC
I'm into the final stages of weathering my M4A3 105mm and I was wondering....should I depict rusted exhaust pipes on this vehicle as I'd do on i.e. a German Panther?

Feedback appreciated.
210cav
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Posted: Thursday, September 04, 2008 - 02:33 AM UTC

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I'm into the final stages of weathering my M4A3 105mm and I was wondering....should I depict rusted exhaust pipes on this vehicle as I'd do on i.e. a German Panther?

Feedback appreciated.


I have been tracking and commenting on your progress with the M4A3. Your weathering-especially the fuel stains- are outstanding. Regarding the muffler, yeah they would oxidize somewhat due to the elements and the heat generated. So, continuing your tasteful use of rust would be in order. However, I would go for more mud than rust coloring.
My two cents.
DJ
blaster76
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Posted: Thursday, September 04, 2008 - 11:50 AM UTC
I'm sure some Tiger will get a hold of it before it really has a chance to rust

Sorry couldn't resist
Stampede
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Posted: Thursday, September 04, 2008 - 10:04 PM UTC

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I'm into the final stages of weathering my M4A3 105mm and I was wondering....should I depict rusted exhaust pipes on this vehicle as I'd do on i.e. a German Panther?

Feedback appreciated.


I have been tracking and commenting on your progress with the M4A3. Your weathering-especially the fuel stains- are outstanding. Regarding the muffler, yeah they would oxidize somewhat due to the elements and the heat generated. So, continuing your tasteful use of rust would be in order. However, I would go for more mud than rust coloring.
My two cents.
DJ


Thanx DJ! I appreciate the cudos, both here and in my WIP thread.
Guess I'll go with a subtle combination of rust and mud on the mufflers.

Thanx for answering!
210cav
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Posted: Friday, September 05, 2008 - 02:51 AM UTC
Per-Erik just continue to show us this super work. I really enjoy viewing your models.
thanks
DJ
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