Meng T90 Build for Newbie

So model is 90% complete, washed, primed, one coat of russian green.  But now the fun beings.  Just got my first filter, varnish, streaking grime, Mud effects and wash.  Never really weathered before.  I tried on my M109A with Tamiya Panel Accent and fake chipping but becasue I did not use varnish every time I went to clean up the pin wash or grime the dry brush with water or thinner would just remove the effect and bring me back to base coat.

Wish i could show you but can't figure out how to upload pictures on my apple tablet.

I am not following the exact historical guide to the T90 not up to that part yet.  Only built three armored kits, Tamiya King Tiger, Tamiya M40 and the Tamiya M109A.  The Meng T90 was/is a little more challenging 

If anyone can help with the picture issue it would be greatly appreciated.  I read all the topics on uploading on the forums, but still no luck.

Meng T90 on the table

Tamiya M1A2 Operation Iraqi Freedom on deck