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Tamiya 1/35 LeClerc
morso484
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Posted: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 - 04:08 AM UTC
Thanks, I'll check
Northwestern
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Joined: May 03, 2007
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Posted: Monday, August 17, 2009 - 07:34 AM UTC
Well, back from my TDY, man I hate humidity!

Here are the latest batch of pics, I like the two layer engine deck screens, I after taking these pics, I noticed I glued the fuel hookups between the external tanks upside down, oops I got it good now though



And here is a shot of the front


More on the way soon
sauceman
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Posted: Monday, August 17, 2009 - 12:04 PM UTC
Definately on the short "to do" list.

Good work, keep it up!


cheers
chrisj
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Posted: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - 01:16 AM UTC
Tamiya make great models and this one looks to be one of thier best .
chrisj
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Posted: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - 01:19 AM UTC

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Very good project....always good to see modern armour in UN white.

Use the tweak list that Carmen posted and do some image searching on the internet for UNIFIL tanks.....and search Getty Images for "UNIFIL French".

Take the time to add the very distinct anti-slip surfaces...they really stand out on the Leclerc.

Painting a white AFV is fun and a challenge...but really no different than painting anything else....the basics are all still the same.

Here's an image of my UNIFIL Leclerc (I still have a diorama and an article to finish for a modelling magazine).

Nice job Jason I see you set back the periscope glass, that a good effect. what mag is this going in?



Chris
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Posted: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - 10:39 AM UTC
Thanks Chris,

The project still has a diorama in the works.

As for which modelling magazine....well, that is secret stuff.
chrisj
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Posted: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - 01:15 PM UTC
Let me know so I can look out for it, I don't buy them all.
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