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Erik67
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Posted: Saturday, October 08, 2005 - 08:47 AM UTC
Hi guys
This is my new project

This one...


...will be converted to this one.


It is an upgraded M 577. It is almost only the external looks which is still "577". Everything inside has been changed. The vehicle has got a MG 3 and smoke dischargers for protection. It is still a command post vehicle. I have to make all conversion parts my self, since it is a Norwegian built vehicle, and very few are in service. Don't expect much trouble since it is mostly square boxes and a new generator which need to be added. I'll keep you posted on the progress.

Cheers
Erik
Erik67
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Posted: Saturday, October 29, 2005 - 12:29 PM UTC
Well I have started the build, and here are a couple of "In progress" pics. I'm using Fruil tracks for the first time and I must say I am quiet amazed by the realisme in the track links. That said, I used only 60 tracks on each side. On the real thing it is 63 and 64. Pics are from the test fitting and I have to say the tracks looks pretty damn good compared to the "rubber bands" which comes with the kit

Cheers
Erik

Btw I will try to remove another link to achieve an even better realisme, but I'm not sure I will be able to close the tracks then.





Edit: Yes, I now the drive sprockett is badly aligned. It was a dry fitting and is fixed now.
WhistlerOne
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Posted: Saturday, October 29, 2005 - 12:31 PM UTC
Looks like it's going to be a nice build Erik. Keep us posted.

Steve
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Posted: Saturday, October 29, 2005 - 12:55 PM UTC
Very intreasting. Keep us updated....
DODGE01RT
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Posted: Saturday, October 29, 2005 - 03:48 PM UTC
Erik

Looks good so far.I wish they made the NATO tracks as those are sweet.

Jim
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Posted: Sunday, October 30, 2005 - 12:25 AM UTC

Looks great with the "metal" tracks -------waiting for the interior pics----------(this thing is ----"CHOKKA" with kit)-------and NO..I did not force you to scratch the inside ---You took up the challenge.. :-) :-) :-)
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Erik67
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Posted: Sunday, October 30, 2005 - 01:37 AM UTC

Quoted Text

and NO..I did not force you to scratch the inside



LoL, Well,I was "twisting the thruthe" a bit for a better story... :-) :-) :-)

Cheers
Erik

PS. Get some pictures of Ollies cousin out on the page now.
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