The Factory is getting ready to start up again!

Duke Maddog

Member since
June 2003
From: Rowland Heights, California

The Factory is getting ready to start up again!

Posted by Duke Maddog on Saturday, September 18, 2004 4:21 PM

Howdy fellow Treadheads!

I just got about nine new 1/72 scale Armor models, most of which are from ACE, and so I'm hiring crew and getting ready to start up full scale construction again! Big Smile [:D]

The last 1/72 scale Armor kit I finished was Revell/Germany's British MCV Warrior. Here she is, finally finished after having finally found the decals:

Not only will my factory workers be building new Armor, but they have been given a little 'warmup' project to work on. Wink [;)]

I have an early 1/72 scale Panther that I built over 27 years ago that is desperately in need of an overhaul! Dead [xx(]

So, here is a pic of the project my crew will be working on; call it the "Before Pic" as it were:

You can see they have their work cut out for them!

During this time, I may still have somoe workers do some more work on Monty's caravan if any more supplies and materials come in.

Meanwhile, they will be working on a whole mess of new Soviet Armor, as well as one Israeli tank and an Egyptian vehicle.

Stay posted for further developments!

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wbill76

Member since
July 2004
From: Texas

Posted by wbill76 on Saturday, September 18, 2004 7:49 PM

Wooohooo! Crank up that assembly line! Those guys have been slacking for far too long as is. Big Smile [:D]

Glad to hear you've swung back into action Duke!

BP Models

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gringe88

Member since
July 2004
From: ...Ask the other guy, he's got me zeroed-in...

Posted by gringe88 on Saturday, September 18, 2004 7:53 PM

what kinda benefits do employees get?? I need the money Cool [8D]

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-Matt

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Duke Maddog

Member since
June 2003
From: Rowland Heights, California

Posted by Duke Maddog on Saturday, September 18, 2004 9:41 PM

QUOTE: Originally posted by wbill76

Wooohooo! Crank up that assembly line! Those guys have been slacking for far too long as is.

Glad to hear you've swung back into action Duke!

Thanks wbill! I've missed it, and feel great about getting things started again! Black Eye [B)]

I've got a BTR 60 going, a BRDM 2 and have started preliminary construction on a T 72 tank so far. I've got more pics coming later on.

QUOTE: Originally posted by gringe88

what kinda benefits do employees get?? I need the money

Lol! This Factory is building Soviet equipment. What does that tell you? Wink [;)]

here's a hint: Evil [}:)]

The benefits are low pay, long hours, and the satisfaction of knowing you are building good strong equipment for the support of the glorious Revolution against the bourgeous oppressors! Big Smile [:D]

So, if you still want to work, I always have room for more! Approve [^]

BTW gringe, I love your photo and caption of the Iraqi Information MInister! That is classic! You should have Dwight photochop him into a new scene where Apache helos are flying overhead, M1 tanks and Bradleys are passing behind him, and he's saying "There are NO Americans here!" lol! Big Smile [:D]

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djmodels1999

Member since
December 2002
From: United Kingdom / Belgium

Posted by djmodels1999 on Sunday, September 19, 2004 10:07 AM

How's the warrior kit, Duke!

Cool that you still have that old Panther of yours! I think you should keep it as it is, just for fond memories!

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Duke Maddog

Member since
June 2003
From: Rowland Heights, California

Posted by Duke Maddog on Sunday, September 19, 2004 10:32 AM

QUOTE: Originally posted by djmodels1999

How's the warrior kit, Duke!

Cool that you still have that old Panther of yours! I think you should keep it as it is, just for fond memories!

Hey dj!

The Warrior kit was just like you'd expect from Revell/Germany. It went together fast and smooth, with no issues of fit, or any other problems. It was one of the best and easiest assemblies I've done since my Merkava III. Now I'm working on a bunch of ACE kits! Oh the Pain....! Yuck [yuck]

Well, I'll be a better modeler for it afterwards!

I'd thought about leaving the Panther the way it is for the memories as you say; but everytime I look at my collection, he just stands out like a very sore thumb. I keep getting that "itch" you feel when something isn't finished, you know what I mean? It's like he's begging me to please make him look like all the rest of the tanks! Sad [:(]

so, I'm going to give him a new life as a painted, more detailed tank that can hold his commander's head up high! Tongue [:P]

Hey, I still got pictures! Smile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

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djmodels1999

Member since
December 2002
From: United Kingdom / Belgium

Posted by djmodels1999 on Sunday, September 19, 2004 12:43 PM

I understand, Duke. I look forward to seeing the Panther "Phoenix", then..

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yw18mc

Member since
April 2004
From: sunny imperial beach

Posted by yw18mc on Sunday, September 19, 2004 2:39 PM

Good to see ya on the forum Duke. Sounds like we might be treated to some up and coming work by your "gulag" crew. Look forward to seeing more pics, and comments. semper fi, mike

mike

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fightnjoe

Member since
September 2011

Posted by fightnjoe on Sunday, September 19, 2004 5:07 PM

duke outstanding. keep them working my friend.

joe

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lizardqing

Member since
July 2003
From: Dahlonega, Georgia

Posted by lizardqing on Sunday, September 19, 2004 8:29 PM

Look forward to seeing the production lines results. The two tesors are great builds.

Chris The Scale Firehouse The Lizard's Workshop

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Duke Maddog

Member since
June 2003
From: Rowland Heights, California

Posted by Duke Maddog on Monday, September 20, 2004 5:21 AM

Thanks dj! It should be a pretty good, now that I've had more practice at some of the techniques I've learned here on these Forums.

Mike, thank you. I feel good finally having some more models in progress to post here.

Thank you Joe and lizardqing. My factory is in full swing with two BRDMs going, a BTR-60 and a T-72 so far. I've also started some preliminary construction on the Tungusta Mobile SAM system as well. Pics are forthcoming so watch this Thread for further developments! Wink [;)]

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NEW MEX

Member since
April 2003
From: directly above the center of the earth or known as Dixon, IL.

Posted by NEW MEX on Sunday, September 26, 2004 7:21 PM

Good looking kits there Duke. i use to do a few 1/72 kits but the arthritus in my fingers makes even 1/35 scale a little tricky at times. as far as your crew is concerned, remind them that the floggings will continue until moral improves.

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philp

Member since
December 2002
From: USA

Posted by philp on Monday, September 27, 2004 3:58 PM

Duke,
Is that the old Hasagawa Panther? Built one of those in my youth.
I am working on the new Revell Hmmwv kit. Only doing one of the 2 in the box as a review that I will be posting on my site. Makes me wonder why I went back to 72nd armor? At least the parts in the planes kits are big enough to handle (most of the time), but the findly little springs, axles, etc in this kit are really trying my patience.
Oh well, about halfway done so far so will let you all know how it comes out.

Phil Peterson IPMS #8739 Join the Map http://www.frappr.com/finescalemodeler

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Duke Maddog

Member since
June 2003
From: Rowland Heights, California

Posted by Duke Maddog on Monday, September 27, 2004 7:41 PM

QUOTE: Originally posted by NEW MEX

Good looking kits there Duke. i use to do a few 1/72 kits but the arthritus in my fingers makes even 1/35 scale a little tricky at times. as far as your crew is concerned, remind them that the floggings will continue until moral improves.

Thanks New Mex! I shall tell that to the crew! Lol! I got a bit more done on several kits, I just need to get the pics fixed up and posted. I got a photobucket account to try out. We'll see how it works.

QUOTE: Originally posted by philp

Duke,
Is that the old Hasagawa Panther? Built one of those in my youth.
I am working on the new Revell Hmmwv kit. Only doing one of the 2 in the box as a review that I will be posting on my site. Makes me wonder why I went back to 72nd armor? At least the parts in the planes kits are big enough to handle (most of the time), but the findly little springs, axles, etc in this kit are really trying my patience.
Oh well, about halfway done so far so will let you all know how it comes out.

Phil, I believe it is, but it's been so long I don't truly remember. It may even be esci, but I don't know.

I've been wanting to get one of those HMMWV kits from Revell! So far I haven't been able to find one. I'm looking forward to seeing how yours turns out.

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