So much for progress....
It's my own fault for conducting two builds simultaneously, especially Radio Controlled. I was waiting for the Tiger's paint to cure while working on the M4's suspension. I knew I should have disconnected the batteries, but was tired and lazy.
This morning I open the shop door and it looks like things got pretty rough last night....
There's a dent in the Tiger's front plate and the batteries are dead (typical!), but the M4's had it. Looks like it took a hit in the turret ring as it was trying to take cover behind the compressor.
I would have thought that the difference in scale would have worked to the Sherman's advantage but apparently even it's 1/16 armor is too thin for a 1/35 88.
Well I guess I have to salvage what I can and call Tamiya for parts on Monday.