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1/35 Hobby Boss M4 18 Ton HST, WIP, 9/26/12, Complete

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  • Member since
    April 2007
  • From: Schroon Lake, NY
Posted by SMJmodeler on Monday, October 15, 2012 9:12 AM

redleg12

It is hard to see but I did put some wear on the floors and doorways with #2 pencil.

Mike: Great!...just making sure...I know you were trying to hurry to have this one ready for AMPS East and I didn't want you to miss that.

I'm around here pretty often these days...it's good to be back too...I'm busy over in Tigerman's Steel Cats GB.

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Friday, October 12, 2012 9:46 PM

SMJ - Nice to see you stop in from train world!!. It is hard to see but I did put some wear on the floors and doorways with #2 pencil.

Glad you liked it. I know this was on your list.

Be good my old friend and thanks for stopping in. Don't be a stranger

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    April 2007
  • From: Schroon Lake, NY
Posted by SMJmodeler on Friday, October 12, 2012 8:43 AM

WOW Mike!!!  I'm sorry I didn't surf over here earlier but it was definitely worth the wait...this bad-boy is exquisite and very well executed. The extra time on the details paid off, I especially like the canvas flaps and the work on all the stowage on the top of the vehicle.

My only suggestions would be to show a bit of exposed metal at the “doorways” and panels where the crew would put their hands and feet when entering the cabin. Also, the chains look a little too new, IMO.  

Fantastic work...YesYes

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Saturday, October 6, 2012 8:59 PM

Tony - Thanks my friend for stopping in and for leaving a  comment. I hope all is well by you. Thanks again

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    August 2008
  • From: S.W. Missouri
Posted by Pvt Mutt on Saturday, October 6, 2012 4:15 PM

That's "KILLER"Toast

Tony lee

Shoot Low Boys They're Ridin Ponys

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Monday, October 1, 2012 6:07 AM

Bill - Thanks, one of the highlights of the show was seeing you and your wife. All the best to you. and thanks for all of your support.

Carl - Well yes I could see the confusion.....so the M1009 CUCV (Commercial Utility Cargo Vehicle).

Back in my era, these were initially issued to combat units. Once the HMMWV was totally issued many of the CUCV moved to Combat Support units. In the interim I had one as the Battalion Asst S3, HQ33. Time to build a memory.

Thanks again guys

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    March 2006
  • From: Right Side of a Left State
Posted by Shellback on Sunday, September 30, 2012 6:56 PM

redleg12

Subfixer - Thanks for the comments and for stopping by.

Gamera - Enjoy your build. I Hope my build log has given you some ideas.

Bill - Thanks Bill. Hardware is nice but seeing all my old friends makes it worthwhile. As for stash items, most likely not unless there is a offer I cannot refuse. Will look for some AM items and AK is here. Need to hit Ian up for some of their products.

Carl - I know, it is a bummer when the bucket is empty. Think of it as intermission. get another bucket ready.....I'll be back with the M1009 not M109. The M1009 also known as the CUCV, the 1980s Chevy blazer used by the US Army. Nothing like a nice resin kit!!

Rounds Complete!!

Mike , i saw that  and jumped to the contusion Stick out tongue you where referring to an M109 due to your artillery background Embarrassed.LOL . Then i looked again and saw the CUCV .must admit i had to look it up .......Whistling

 

  • Member since
    September 2005
  • From: beacon falls , Ct.
Posted by treadwell on Sunday, September 30, 2012 6:32 PM

Hi Mike Big Smile

I have just been home a short while... took the long route.. It was sure nice to see you at Amps!Smile

The pictures on your thread here don't do your build justice man. In person, it is just off the hook.VERY,VERY impressive !

Well , I just wanted to say that about your build, and I really enjoyed talking with you, man 

treadCool

   

 

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Sunday, September 30, 2012 6:18 PM

Clay - Yep, I have seen the Eduard tools.....need to add a set to the shelf for next time.

As for the web site, thanks for stopping in and for the comments. The site is not set up as a forum so posting from the outside is not possible. If there is something in particular, drop me a PM.

Thanks Again

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    December 2004
  • From: ohio
Posted by vonryan on Sunday, September 30, 2012 1:24 PM

thanks Mike have you seen ED's tool's?? just looked at em and not sure anyhelp thanks. really like your site can i post on some of your builds??

 

Clay

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Sunday, September 30, 2012 8:46 AM

Rob - Thanks for the comments and for stopping in.

Clay - The tools are not the greatest....and a bit LARGE but in the heat of battle, trying to get the build finished I wanted to have the tool box open and it was all I had on the shelf. SOOOO...let me say, I would not recommend using the tools from the Italeri set. Thanks again for the comments

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    December 2004
  • From: ohio
Posted by vonryan on Sunday, September 30, 2012 8:09 AM

hey Mike i was talking about these's tools. 

 

 

i'd like some for two of my sherman builds the one that i seen was way to big, at least i think so. i know i don't get paid to think RET, vet i still like to.Stick out tongue anyway thanks for the help.

 

Clay

 

Clay

  • Member since
    October 2009
Posted by PANZERWAFFE on Friday, September 28, 2012 9:21 PM

All the detail packed in just look great.  Particularly love that chain host and open ammo compartment Yes  Very nice build and impressive finish Beer

Rob

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Friday, September 28, 2012 5:31 AM

Tony - Thanks for the comments, looking forward to seeing this weekend.

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    March 2003
  • From: Western North Carolina
Posted by Tojo72 on Thursday, September 27, 2012 5:20 PM

Looks real good Mike,so you said your bringing it to AMPS ? looking forward to seeing it close up.

Anthony

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Thursday, September 27, 2012 4:43 PM

Subfixer - Thanks for the comments and for stopping by.

Gamera - Enjoy your build. I Hope my build log has given you some ideas.

Bill - Thanks Bill. Hardware is nice but seeing all my old friends makes it worthwhile. As for stash items, most likely not unless there is a offer I cannot refuse. Will look for some AM items and AK is here. Need to hit Ian up for some of their products.

Carl - I know, it is a bummer when the bucket is empty. Think of it as intermission. get another bucket ready.....I'll be back with the M1009 not M109. The M1009 also known as the CUCV, the 1980s Chevy blazer used by the US Army. Nothing like a nice resin kit!!

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    March 2006
  • From: Right Side of a Left State
Posted by Shellback on Thursday, September 27, 2012 4:09 PM

Dang ! It was fun while it lasted but now Its done and the pop corn bowl is empty !

 

Now what ? Ohhh , i know ,i can look forward to your M1009 build !!!!

Really well done Mike 1 Good luck at AMPS Yes

  • Member since
    July 2004
  • From: Texas
Posted by wbill76 on Thursday, September 27, 2012 11:00 AM

Outstanding work as always Mike and done just in time for AMPS. Have fun at the show and hope you bring home some nice hardware and stash additions to boot. Yes

  • Member since
    November 2009
  • From: SW Virginia
Posted by Gamera on Thursday, September 27, 2012 9:26 AM

Great job!!! Love it! I wanna break my kit out now, if only I could make her look half as good as yours I'd be happy!

"I dream in fire but work in clay." -Arthur Machen

 

  • Member since
    March 2004
  • From: Spartanburg, SC
Posted by subfixer on Thursday, September 27, 2012 8:14 AM

Classy build. Well done!

I'm from the government and I'm here to help.

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Thursday, September 27, 2012 6:26 AM

Stage Left - The PE is worth it on this kit. Glad you enjoyed the build. Thanks for the comments.

Tread - My friend, thanks, I always love Ma....as for the weekend, the weekend in Danbury is always a meeting of friends and that's what makes it fun

Clay - Thanks for stopping by and for your comments.

The M4 could be used for either the M115 8 inch howitzer or the M59 155mm "Long Tom" gun.

As for your earlier comment, "tools".....nothing special, just stones, hammers, sledge....you know your standard modeling tools.

Thanks guys for stopping in and for the comments.

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    December 2004
  • From: ohio
Posted by vonryan on Thursday, September 27, 2012 5:39 AM

BEAUTIFULL Mike. did you say this is for the long tom?? towed it and fed itBig Smile very nice

 

Clay

  • Member since
    September 2005
  • From: beacon falls , Ct.
Posted by treadwell on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 9:12 PM

Hiya MikeBig Smile

Great ending to a really great build YesBeer .... I knew you would get the last update in tonight and you didn't disappoint !   The Ma Duce looks perfect sitting up there ready to do its' job and I guess it is off to the show for you, ready to do your's( even thouigh it's fun ! )  I am sure your build is going to get LOTS of attention and rightfully so !  

Have a great time my friendToast

treadCool

   

 

  • Member since
    February 2010
  • From: Maine
Posted by Stage_Left on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 8:53 PM

Mike- absolutely fantastic. I've been lurking since you started this and it's been a treat to watch you bring this one home. I've got this kit in the stash and now I've got some great tricks of yours to draw from. The Eduard PE sets are definitely on my list! YesBeer

Best of luck at AMPS- no doubt this will draw plenty of attention!

Dave

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 8:43 PM

Well, it’s the night before the show, time for the final update.

First was to complete the canvas cover with some PE straps. Here is the straps on the side that is still connected to the vehicle.

An open canvas has to have some loose straps

Then I need to add Ma…the old Ma Duce. I used a Tasca M2 for this build. It is painted with my parkerized mix. The handles are Poly Scale rust. The ammo box is Poly Scale Dark Tactical Green.

And from the other side

Then some final weathering using AK Earth Wash, a mix of MIG Pigments including Light Rust, VN Earth and European Soil. Lastly was Floquil Oil for fuel and oil spills. So with that, here is the finished M4 18 ton HST

Passenger view

Rear View

Front View

Drivers View

As always all comments are welcome. Thanks for dropping by this build. Next up onto the bench, the M1009 CUCV

Rounds Complete!!

EOM!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    December 2004
  • From: ohio
Posted by vonryan on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 1:18 PM

Mike Mike Mike man i'm at awe of your builds.Bow DownBow DownYes i love looking in on your builds for sure. where did you get the tools?

 

Clay

  • Member since
    April 2005
  • From: Piscataway, NJ!
Posted by wing_nut on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 7:35 AM

Miguel... mucho gusto.

All the attention to detail has paid off in spades.  That ammo just blows me away though (no pun intended)

Marc  

  • Member since
    July 2006
  • From: New Jersey
Posted by redleg12 on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 6:37 PM

Gamera - When you look at the kit styrene doors and then look at a real photo......you will want the PE door set Thanks for the peek and the comments.

Rounds Complete!!

"The Moral High Ground....A Great Place to Emplace Artillery."

  • Member since
    November 2009
  • From: SW Virginia
Posted by Gamera on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 11:53 AM

She keeps looking better and better! I swore I'd build my kit 'right-outta-da-box' but the more I look at your PE and tissue doors the more I'm tempted! Great job all around!

"I dream in fire but work in clay." -Arthur Machen

 

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