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HMMWV 998
paul51
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Hamilton, New Zealand
Joined: January 03, 2010
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Posted: Monday, February 01, 2010 - 07:43 PM UTC
I had this on another forum,It does not represent anything in particular as i have learnt that this variant never went to production,just having fun with it,detail and weatherig still to complete.PS what colour fo CIP panels.
HeavyArty
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Joined: May 16, 2002
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Posted: Monday, February 01, 2010 - 11:58 PM UTC
CIPs on a camo vehicle could be either dark green or sand, depending on what was ordered and issued.
Sabot
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 12:45 AM UTC
Interesting looking build, I think your front bumper is on upside down though.
HeavyArty
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 01:51 AM UTC

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Interesting looking build, I think your front bumper is on upside down though.



Yup, it is. The whole front grill is out too far on the bottom edge too. The square blocks on the bottom edge (hood hinges) should be behind the bumper and fit into slots on the frame.
paul51
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Hamilton, New Zealand
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 05:44 AM UTC
thanks i will fix that
Crossedrifles
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Joined: January 27, 2009
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 08:53 AM UTC
Well the Majors have spoken.
Now for a few words of encouragement. I think your camo net looks very good. I'd like to know how you did it.
The camo paint job also isn't bad. It might be a tad dark, but it's well done. I would definitely flatten the finish.
Sabot
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 11:56 AM UTC

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Well the Majors have spoken.
Now for a few words of encouragement. I think your camo net looks very good. I'd like to know how you did it.
The camo paint job also isn't bad. It might be a tad dark, but it's well done. I would definitely flatten the finish.


Actually, I haven't been a major in half a decade.
sgtsauer
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Missouri, United States
Joined: March 30, 2002
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 12:07 PM UTC
LoL Sabot....Thats funny.

wseifert, the guys were just pointing some things out and weren't intending to be 'gruff' or discouraging. Its ok.

Paul,

First, I want to say welcome to Armorama. It is great to see you here.

Thats an interesting HMMWV variant that I haven't seen built. Thanks for posting your work. I may have to add this kit to my stash to be modified. Overall a decent job. Keep building!
paul51
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Hamilton, New Zealand
Joined: January 03, 2010
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 02:10 PM UTC
Thanks for the reponses,I encourage all feedback good or bad,I am trying to improve my skill set to the highest standard as set by our members,unfortunately I dont have an artistic bone in my body but things are improving.As i satated previously I will weather this build a bit and fix any cockups and post a completed vehicle soon for your critique
Bluestab
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South Carolina, United States
Joined: December 03, 2009
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 06:05 PM UTC
Paul, I have this same kit sitting primed up. I had all kinds of fit problems with the doors & roof and the body sits funny on the frame. The supplied 50 cal was pretty bad (partial mold) so I replaced it with a M-60 for now. I'm still unsure what I am going to do with mine. Maybe a SWAT type vehicle. Maybe a vehicle for my counter-zombie agents.
paul51
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Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 - 06:49 PM UTC
I think this is pretty much done ,once again I have probably gone to far with weathering but I needed to muddy it up to cover some balls ups. Terrible kit to build with alot of miss fitting parts, If you see any area that needs redress let me know,the front cam net will be weathered when dry
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