I really hope you like what you've seen so far. Any constructive criticism would be most helpful. I'd love to hear your thoughts & opinions.
Joe.
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Newbie M35A1 Build. The Convoy Begins...
joegrafton
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Posted: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 - 09:48 PM UTC
A few more shots of work completed so far:
I really hope you like what you've seen so far. Any constructive criticism would be most helpful. I'd love to hear your thoughts & opinions.
Joe.
I really hope you like what you've seen so far. Any constructive criticism would be most helpful. I'd love to hear your thoughts & opinions.
Joe.
bpunchy
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Posted: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 - 10:39 PM UTC
Hi Joe looking great , even better when considering its your first build !
That mesh screen on the radiator may be able to be cut off with carefully running the blade of your # 11 blade behind it , then sand off any glue .
Maybe someone has a better method ?
I know that you are a way off but remember to wash the completed model in mild soapy water before you prime to beat the dust monster .
Roll on convoy , 
That mesh screen on the radiator may be able to be cut off with carefully running the blade of your # 11 blade behind it , then sand off any glue .
Maybe someone has a better method ?
I know that you are a way off but remember to wash the completed model in mild soapy water before you prime to beat the dust monster .
Roll on convoy ,
HeavyArty
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Posted: Thursday, July 29, 2010 - 03:25 AM UTC
Looking good Joe. Keep up the good work.
bulivyf
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Posted: Thursday, July 29, 2010 - 05:38 AM UTC
Joe,
Here is my last news.
http://www.realmodel.cz/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=38&Itemid=41
Here is my last news.
http://www.realmodel.cz/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=38&Itemid=41
sfctur1
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Posted: Thursday, July 29, 2010 - 07:21 AM UTC
Joe
Looking real good. You are doing an outstanding job. Looking at your pictures you have gooten all the details accurate. I worked on wheeled vehicles for 22 years. Your detail is right on. Don't feel lonely about the small photo-etched parts. My fingers have the same problem. Keep up the outstanding work. Looking foward to your next updates.
Tom
Looking real good. You are doing an outstanding job. Looking at your pictures you have gooten all the details accurate. I worked on wheeled vehicles for 22 years. Your detail is right on. Don't feel lonely about the small photo-etched parts. My fingers have the same problem. Keep up the outstanding work. Looking foward to your next updates.
Tom
sfctur1
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Posted: Thursday, July 29, 2010 - 08:00 AM UTC
I just ordered 8 sets to cover some of my M35 series truck stash. Now I can start to build my gun trucks.
Tom
Tom
bulivyf
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Posted: Friday, July 30, 2010 - 06:15 AM UTC
Quoted Text
Joe you're doing a great job with the truck M35A1, I like.
Gino your M54A1 Gun Truck King Cobra is one of my favorites of Viet Nam, is very good.
I recommend a book on Gun Truck in Nam, this:
GUN TRUCKS
By Timothy J. Kutta
Squadron / signal publications
It is all very well and with lots of pictures.
And if you want two GT made by me here:
http://picasaweb.google.es/105900469192553341559/MAQUETASDECAMIONESARTILLADOSENVIETNAM #
A greeting.
Juankar.
Nice Gun Trucks but only one.
Where did you find sign Hunter. Or is it sci-fi. According to the excellent books by James Lyles "The Hard Ride" Part1.& 2. The vehicle did not exist, because it is not listed. Nor did I find any photo. If you got some reference pictures, so we also show.
Thanks
Miloslav
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Posted: Friday, July 30, 2010 - 07:11 AM UTC
Nice Gun Trucks but only one.
Where did you find sign Hunter. Or is it sci-fi. According to the excellent books by James Lyles "The Hard Ride" Part1.& 2. The vehicle did not exist, because it is not listed. Nor did I find any photo. If you got some reference pictures, so we also show.
Thanks
Miloslav[/quote]
You keep looking for not going to find in any book.
I construct the scale models for my, by hobby, because I want and because I know like doing them, does not stop to make publicity and to make business like your, ok?.
Goodbye.
Juankar.
[/quote]I just politely asked, and you refuge in my business.
HeavyArty
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Posted: Friday, July 30, 2010 - 07:21 AM UTC
I don't think he was trying to insult you. I think it is a language barrier on both sides.
I read Juan as saying you won't find it in any book because it didn't exist. He made it because he liked it and he only builds for himself. He isn't in buisness nor worried about accuracy since he isn't selling kits of them.
I read Juan as saying you won't find it in any book because it didn't exist. He made it because he liked it and he only builds for himself. He isn't in buisness nor worried about accuracy since he isn't selling kits of them.
bulivyf
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Posted: Friday, July 30, 2010 - 07:30 AM UTC
Quoted Text
I don't think he was trying to insult you. I think it is a language barrier on both sides.
I read Jaun as saying you won't find it in any book because it didn't exist. He made it because he liked it and he only builds for himself. He isn't in buisness nor worried about accuracy since he isn't selling kits of them.
It is possible, but it's not the first time ever mentions my business and it does not belong here
dutchboyinohio
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Posted: Friday, July 30, 2010 - 09:42 AM UTC
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Too late, I realised I added the mesh screen across the radiator grill but according to David Doyle this feature wasn't seen until after Vietnam. Is that correct David?And it's stuck on with CA! So no going back, unfortunately! Oh well, I know for next time...
Actually, you can use acetone (nail polish remover) to dissolve the CA. It may take a couple of tries and a little patience but it works well.
Also works well when you glue your fingers together
sfctur1
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Posted: Friday, August 13, 2010 - 01:19 PM UTC
Looking good, been waiting for any further updates. Your attension to detail is excellent. Hope to see more soon.
Tom
Tom
joegrafton
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Posted: Saturday, August 14, 2010 - 09:42 AM UTC
Hi fellas,
I've just got back from 2 weeks on holiday & feel nicely refreshed to start modelling again!
I really appreciate all your kind words which is encouraging me to progress even further.
Just a couple of questions:
Would it be best to solder the 0.5mm brass wire to make the canvas roof frame?
Any ideas on how I can get rid of greasy fingerprints off the clear plastic windscreen? I've heard that when I get round to giving the model a coat of Johnsons Future Klear it will get rid of the prints. Is this right?
Joe.
I've just got back from 2 weeks on holiday & feel nicely refreshed to start modelling again!
I really appreciate all your kind words which is encouraging me to progress even further.
Just a couple of questions:
Would it be best to solder the 0.5mm brass wire to make the canvas roof frame?
Any ideas on how I can get rid of greasy fingerprints off the clear plastic windscreen? I've heard that when I get round to giving the model a coat of Johnsons Future Klear it will get rid of the prints. Is this right?
Joe.
joegrafton
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Posted: Monday, August 23, 2010 - 07:49 AM UTC
Okay, I'm nearing the end of the build process. Just the odd couple of things to do: add the mirrors & rear lights; & fix the few little bits that have broken off in the process. 
Now all I need is the driver & I've been thinking about this for days. I've found a pair of resin legs in my stash that fit the driver position quite nicely. Well...almost. The right leg doesn't quite reach the gas pedal so what would be the best way to get it to fit? Would it be to cut the leg at the knee & reposition, using filler to fill in the gaps? Or, I have heard that applying heat to the resin helps. Could I heat the right leg & manipulate it into the desired position? If so, could anybody let me know how best to do this?
Thanks fellas. I look forward to any help you can possibly give me.
Joe.
Now all I need is the driver & I've been thinking about this for days. I've found a pair of resin legs in my stash that fit the driver position quite nicely. Well...almost. The right leg doesn't quite reach the gas pedal so what would be the best way to get it to fit? Would it be to cut the leg at the knee & reposition, using filler to fill in the gaps? Or, I have heard that applying heat to the resin helps. Could I heat the right leg & manipulate it into the desired position? If so, could anybody let me know how best to do this?
Thanks fellas. I look forward to any help you can possibly give me.
Joe.
HeavyArty
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Posted: Monday, August 23, 2010 - 07:58 AM UTC
Cutting and repositioning is the best bet. Use a piece of wire as a skeletal structure to reattach the leg and hold the angle you want. Fill any gaps with epoxy putty and reshape clothing folds. Heating teh resin will only allow slight adjustment and it can burn if it is too hot.
joegrafton
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Posted: Monday, August 23, 2010 - 08:01 AM UTC
Okay, thanks Gino. You mentioned epoxy putty. I have Milliput here. Is that the same? If not, who makes a decent one?
Joe.
Joe.
HeavyArty
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Posted: Monday, August 23, 2010 - 08:15 AM UTC
Thats one brand. Any two-part, A & B Epoxy putty will do.
joegrafton
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Posted: Monday, August 23, 2010 - 11:15 AM UTC
Okay, thanks Gino.
More photos on the way to this thread soon.
Joe.
More photos on the way to this thread soon.
Joe.
joegrafton
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Posted: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 10:17 AM UTC
The tarpaulin that covers the cargo bed is held in place by several roof beams. The plastic injection roof tarp that is supplied with the kit has them moulded into the plastic but they are not supplied separately if one does not require the tarp. What is the correct terminology for these beams?
How can I recreate them in miniature? Would brass strip be the best material to use here? What sort of dimensions am I looking at for the proposed material?
All your help is, as always, fully appreciated fellas.
Joe.
How can I recreate them in miniature? Would brass strip be the best material to use here? What sort of dimensions am I looking at for the proposed material?
All your help is, as always, fully appreciated fellas.
Joe.
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Posted: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 10:51 AM UTC
The build is coming along great, Joe. Nice attention to detail too. Your obvious enthusiasm is infectious as well - keep up the good work!
- Steve
- Steve
sfctur1
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Posted: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 11:07 AM UTC
Joe the canvas bows were made up of 5 pieces. There was two stakes made of roughly 1x3 wood, that fitted into the top of the stake sides. Then there was two cornor pieces that where curved they were made of metal. Then the center board that connected the two sides together, it had a slight bow to it. It was also made out of roughly 1x3 wood. They were held together by screws at all the connection points. Hope this helps.
Tom
Tom
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Posted: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 11:07 AM UTC
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What is the correct terminology for these beams?
They're called "bows" :
http://www.tpub.com/content/trucks2.5ton/TM-9-2320-209-20P/TM-9-2320-209-20P0617.htm
I think using some evergreen strips should be doable...
Frenchy
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