Todd,will you add the anti-slip coat over the "turret" of the D9?!in some photos that Frenchy posted it's visible.

Ciro

LOL..was just looking at the pics in the DEP book and the anti-skid was up there...Yup, on the list!! Plotting some work right now as I have some time!!!

great news is coming from voyager slat armor for d9r

https://www.facebook.com/VoyagerModel

henk

Oh, now that looks like a fun way to spend an hour or two.

Thanks for posting this Henk!!

Bob, that slat looks like a cool way to spend an afternoon!!

It's a very impressive box and looking to be very ejoiable built! Time ago i was made my scratchbuilt D9 following the instruction of the big BARV.
For me was a big deal, but enjoi my time during erection and paint.
In which way you want to display?
Ciao
Piero

Hello Piero,

Thanks!! This has been a lot of fun so far!! Sounds like you had a nice little project out of yours! I plan on the IDF version but as for the setting, I am not completely set on anything. I like to just build and see where it takes me!!

This is my scratch built, done time ago, now I do not have time to spend on modeling, I was starting a new one tipe R (this is the connection if you would like to have a lookhttp://www.smf-modellismo.net/olympus/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=2365), but no time to finish, and now with this model......

I follow your work with interest
ciao

woow nice scratchbuilt looks great pierluigi

henk

Henk, thank you for your comment

Todd, this is how I decide to display my IDF D9N, may be can help you

Waiting for new WIP
ciao
piero

Wow, that is some amazing scratch work!

This maybe a dumb question, But If I entered mine in a model show, what category would it fit in? Its diffidently not a soft skin, But its not a tank either.

In Italy they accept my D9 into a section called "mezzi militari" i don't know how trans late in english there is no difference between tanks and trucks or cars more important that must be a military use.
Ciao
Piero

Well...

Piero, Excellent scratchwork...on the modelling site and on the finished product!! Great concept and nice execution of the project!!

Vince, I would think under either closed top or open top Armor...would do. This could be considered a prime mover, AFV, Armor...I am sure more. Also depends on What the forum or judges consider it as well as what is offered on the list. I had a wingy thing change four catagories in one day of judging. LOL!!

Well well well, it must seem like I am sleeping at the wheel on this...LOL! A little matter of painting the interior got in the way and slowed the pace a bit.

So here is what I have been up to...for the most part!

A little prime-time had to fall first!



The ceiling! I added a grab handle as well as a little wiring to the rack mounted equipment.



Not wasting to much time on the interior end of the one here is where the painting stands now, minus any Decs that will go on in about 5 minutes after I stop typing here....



Needless to say, the walls are not fixed here yet, hence the gaps. I still need to move around to get the decs on and maybe a touch or two of weathering.







I have to admit that I am impressed with how this comes together with a little paint. The detailing in the cabin is pretty much just enough to add some interest once this will be done. I did have to bend and add some grab bars to the interior. the one over the console is the only on provided with the kit. There were molded nubs where the other are (all in red of course).





Please disregard that small white thread between the pedals...not sure how that got there, but no, it is not some sort of weird electrical connection. Also, there are a couple parts missing at the moment as the glazing will need to be installed prior to their installation...next...I first need to work out some masking for the glass.

As always, thanks for dropping by!!!

Look great! did you do hand brush or spray?

thanks

Jay

Very nice work!

Amazing work so far. I have always been in love with construction equipment, ever since i was a toddler! The interior looks good, but it looks like there is still an EP mark on the back wall that you might want to consider filling/ sanding again.

nice job the cabin looks great

henk

Very nice and clean build so far. The interior looks great... the decals will lift it up to the next level. Are you planning to dirty it up a bit? Perhaps adding some smaller items like cigarette boxes or something like that?

Mario

Very nice work!!!!
It's a shame that you can't use the voyager sets...I'm waiting mine from HK and I'm pretty sure that in September the pe sets will be available.
I love the slat armor!
Cheers

Ciro

Wow, great work Todd. I'm waiting mine...

Cheers!

Marco

Jay - Thank you!! I spray all of the big parts, walls and floor; hand painted fixtures the bottom section of the gunner's chair and consoles.

Taylor - Thank you !!

Jon - Thank you Sir! I would like to see some more constructtion vehicle kits come out soon too! Just Different! LOL...I will check the rear wall again when I get home, thinking it might be a shadow but certainly quite posible!!

Henk - Thanks a bunch!!

Mario - Thank you sir! I will start with washes but will end up adding some dirt/dust as well. Few and far between when these are pristine machines! Decals went on last night, they do help add a bit inside. Once the roof is on and this is buttoned up, I think she will look just fine!

Ciro - Thank you! I too like the slat armor very much and I was tempted to scratch some....I am thinking for the $35 to $45 range for the kit, maybe pick one up down the road and the voyager set...these big girls can travel in packs!!

Marco - Thank you !! I am sure you will enjoy yours as much as I am enjoying this one!

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