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ReluctantRenegade
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Posted: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 - 01:21 PM UTC
"Safety First"...
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - 06:17 PM UTC
Bill I know, I know . . .
For me that could possibly mean the build goes back into the stash for, oh, maybe a year, until I just happened to stumble across some really neat way, in the ARMORAMA blogs, of making seat belts from scratch. (OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT!)
Or . . . Eduard makes a etch set for the M4 HST that includes seat belts: #36072
(Which, in this case, is what I did for my build, this time around!)
For me that could possibly mean the build goes back into the stash for, oh, maybe a year, until I just happened to stumble across some really neat way, in the ARMORAMA blogs, of making seat belts from scratch. (OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT!)
Or . . . Eduard makes a etch set for the M4 HST that includes seat belts: #36072
(Which, in this case, is what I did for my build, this time around!)
Hederstierna
#247
Joined: January 03, 2008
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Posted: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - 06:17 PM UTC
Bill: Maybe something like aircraft seat belts in 1:32 can do the trick? It's probably easier to use than fiddling with tiny buckles and foil.
Jacob
Jacob
bill_c
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Posted: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - 06:09 PM UTC
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Not trying to be a . . . . whatever.
Damn, Michael, that certainly complicates my build, haha.
And the Eduard set with the seat belts is $30. Bloody hell.
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - 07:14 AM UTC
Not trying to be a . . . . whatever.
From the TM, page 7:
From the TM, page 7:
bill_c
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Posted: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - 02:18 AM UTC
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I've seen other modeller's, who build cushions and seat belts....
Bloody hell, what? Any photos from the real thing? Who in WW2 worse seat belts except pilots?
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Monday, June 19, 2017 - 05:04 PM UTC
Thanks guys for the help on the rollers. - Mike
Hederstierna
#247
Joined: January 03, 2008
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Posted: Monday, June 19, 2017 - 03:32 PM UTC
Michael: That's a very cool option with that ammo trailer. Looks excellent and different.
James: Yes, you're absolutely right about the seats, they're probably the real "lows" in that kit. I've seen other modeller's, who build cuoshins and seat belts, which really adds to the build.
Mike: Thanks for clearing the questions about the tracks and return rollers
Jacob
James: Yes, you're absolutely right about the seats, they're probably the real "lows" in that kit. I've seen other modeller's, who build cuoshins and seat belts, which really adds to the build.
Mike: Thanks for clearing the questions about the tracks and return rollers
Jacob
m4sherman
Joined: January 18, 2006
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Posted: Monday, June 19, 2017 - 06:38 AM UTC
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Questions: I am in the process of finishing up my own M4 HST right now and I am using Panda Plastic's T-49 steel cleat tracks and duckbills.
#1. Were the two return rollers on the M4 also black rubber coated as well?
#2. Even though the T-49 tracks were steel cleat was the back surface of the track block still rubber coated?
Thanks for any help.
p.s. I vote for towing the gun - and perhaps back-dating the tires and the Limber using the resin wheel set from Scale-Link.
Mike,
The idler wheel and the return rollers were not rubber coated.
I have not seen the bar cleat first hand, but the metal chevron I had a look at were steel on the inner surface. I would think the bar cleat were as well. The live track effect was made using rubber bushings around the track pins.
lespauljames
Joined: January 06, 2007
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Posted: Monday, June 19, 2017 - 01:47 AM UTC
Jacob, really nice build I like the colours you have used and the subtle but effective weathering . One note is the seats look a bit stiff.
Best.
J
Best.
J
sgtreef
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Posted: Sunday, June 18, 2017 - 10:55 PM UTC
Nice job on M4 I like it.
Perfect fit for a road or something.
Cheers
Jeff
Perfect fit for a road or something.
Cheers
Jeff
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Sunday, June 18, 2017 - 10:45 PM UTC
Another option regarding what to tow with the HST - M23, 8 ton Ammo Trailer. (If you're willing to do some scratch building.)
Get'n there!
https://armorama.kitmaker.net/forums/213527&ord=&page=1
Get'n there!
https://armorama.kitmaker.net/forums/213527&ord=&page=1
bilbobee
Joined: February 28, 2015
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Posted: Sunday, June 18, 2017 - 09:55 PM UTC
Wow really nice job on this tractor, looks great. And thanks KURT for the factual back ground on the artillery used and what ammo the kit had on it. I have the same kit in my stash. Now I look forward to a small diorama. 
Armorsmith
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Posted: Sunday, June 18, 2017 - 09:29 PM UTC
Regardless of the dispute/controversy over the proper load/which gun should be towed, this is a well executed build. Very nicely painted and weathered.
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Sunday, June 18, 2017 - 08:23 PM UTC
Questions: I am in the process of finishing up my own M4 HST right now and I am using Panda Plastic's T-49 steel cleat tracks and duckbills.
#1. Were the two return rollers on the M4 also black rubber coated as well?
#2. Even though the T-49 tracks were steel cleat was the back surface of the track block still rubber coated?
Thanks for any help.
p.s. I vote for towing the gun - and perhaps back-dating the tires and the Limber using the resin wheel set from Scale-Link.
#1. Were the two return rollers on the M4 also black rubber coated as well?
#2. Even though the T-49 tracks were steel cleat was the back surface of the track block still rubber coated?
Thanks for any help.
p.s. I vote for towing the gun - and perhaps back-dating the tires and the Limber using the resin wheel set from Scale-Link.
Hederstierna
#247
Joined: January 03, 2008
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Posted: Thursday, June 15, 2017 - 01:06 PM UTC
Thanks again guys 
Giving inspiration to fellow modelers is for me the highest achievement, and I'm very happy
Jacob
Giving inspiration to fellow modelers is for me the highest achievement, and I'm very happy
Jacob
Mrclark7
Joined: June 04, 2017
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Posted: Thursday, June 15, 2017 - 06:28 AM UTC
add another to my list.
good job.
good job.
warmonger
Joined: November 08, 2006
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Posted: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 - 03:07 PM UTC
Just put one of AFV 76mm anti tank guns behind it.
davejr
Joined: October 30, 2005
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Posted: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 - 08:27 AM UTC
Great model ! I would like to add that somtimes i think people forget that modeling is a hobby for people to enjoy . im not saying accuracy is a bad thing but in the end if the builder likes the end result of his build thats all that matters . i get alot of usefull info on this site to help with my builds from the many people here that know more than me but when i see people arguing on someones post i smh and laugh and think to myself , really its just a hobby lol and the rivet counters can really take the wind out of the sails of guys who want to enjoy the hobby again great job on your build
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 - 11:16 PM UTC
Jacob, I really wish I could recreate your paint chipping and weathering! Gives me something to shoot for.
165thspc
#521
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Posted: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 - 08:15 PM UTC
Made me want to get back again to my M4! Which I have now begun again. Great job. Beautiful weathering on the Pioneer Tools.
m4sherman
Joined: January 18, 2006
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Posted: Thursday, May 25, 2017 - 01:52 AM UTC
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This thread and the photo of the HST towing an 8 incher has made me move the kits of both in my stash up to "next" position. Thanks, Jacob, and all who have participated. I'm hoping to do the 101st Airborne divisional artillery at Bastogne who IIRC were black. Got Hornet heads to depict a minority crew, something that we don't see enough of in the hobby.
Seeing the M4 built up has given me the urge to make it as well. And, I scored the 8" howitzer at the hobby show a coupe months back.
Making the crew black soldiers is a good idea. Not many are aware of the contribution those Americans made to the war effort, and they made darn good artillery soldiers.
Hederstierna
#247
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Posted: Wednesday, May 24, 2017 - 08:56 PM UTC
Thank you Bill. Nothing seems to stop these guys.
Maybe they should simply get together and have a few cold ones, and if doesn't do the trick, then settle the score in the old fashioned way; Oil wrestling
That 101st gun crew sounds like a good idea, go for it :-)
Jacob
Maybe they should simply get together and have a few cold ones, and if doesn't do the trick, then settle the score in the old fashioned way; Oil wrestling
That 101st gun crew sounds like a good idea, go for it :-)
Jacob
bill_c
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Posted: Wednesday, May 24, 2017 - 08:38 PM UTC
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It's not about who's right or wrong, it's about getting all the facts out in the open, and then it's up to each one to either learn more, or stick with whatever one likes.
Hear, hear, cut it out, you two, or I'll get Darren to give you both time outs.
This thread and the photo of the HST towing an 8 incher has made me move the kits of both in my stash up to "next" position. Thanks, Jacob, and all who have participated. I'm hoping to do the 101st Airborne divisional artillery at Bastogne who IIRC were black. Got Hornet heads to depict a minority crew, something that we don't see enough of in the hobby.
m4sherman
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Posted: Wednesday, May 24, 2017 - 05:23 AM UTC
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Quoted TextIt seems the tractor was also expected to tow the 3 inch gun and 240mm howitzer.
Yes, as mentioned above, the 3-inch M3 AA gun and the M1918 series 240mm howitzer.
KL
Thanks for pointing that out. I usually don't pay much attention to your posts, including the above one, so I missed it. Very respectfully, RPN.
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