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Armour in the West GB (D-Day to Berlin)

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Posted by shivinigh on Friday, May 2, 2014 5:29 PM

Well since I brought this little M-24 home I figured I should buy him some new shoes so I picked up some metal tracks from Friulmodel. Has anyone ever used these and know what I might expect?

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by Bish on Friday, May 2, 2014 5:39 PM

Not with that particular set, but I am a big fan of Fruils, despite the cost, I am in the middle of putting a set together now.

Generally I find they go together pretty easy. Occasionally you may have to drill out some of the holes, I think I have had to do one on this set so far. I normally assemble the required length and then test fit, in case I have to add or remove any, and then I put a dab of CA glue on the open end. I normally check my references to see how many links I need and then make that many, but often I have to remove one or two.

 

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RBaer: HobbyBoss 1/35 T26E1 Super Pershing

DantheMan85:   Dragon 1/35 M4 DV.

 Silentbob33:  Academy 1/35 M-18 Hellcat

 Ghostrider114: Tamiya 1/35 M4A3 (105).

Gamera:                   Tasca/Asuka 1/35 M4A3E2 Sherman "Jumbo".

 

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On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

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Posted by shivinigh on Friday, May 2, 2014 5:56 PM
Thanks Bish. I'll let you know how it goes

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by Jacinth68 on Monday, May 5, 2014 6:30 AM

hiya folks, would like to sign up to the group build. i have a cyber-hobby's Firefly Ic hybrid hull in 1/35 scale.

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Posted by Eagle90 on Monday, May 5, 2014 6:38 AM

Hey Jacinth68!  Welcome aboard!  Got you on the list.

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Posted by RBaer on Monday, May 5, 2014 10:09 AM

In my best Ed Sullivan voice: "We've got a really big shew tonight, folks"

So I had a pleasant surprise last night. I was un-packing some of my stash, packed up for a move that didn't happen, and found an un-opened Eduard etch set for the M26. I bought it at the same time I bought the HobbyBoss kit (I think) and forgot all about it. What a deal!

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Posted by Eagle90 on Monday, May 5, 2014 10:36 AM

RBaer, now that is a pleasant surprise!  Maybe I should go through my stash again!  Huh?

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Posted by RBaer on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 10:59 AM

Yeah, I keep thinking I ought to keep track of all the bits and pieces I pick up at shows and such, but where's the fun in that? I'd rather find "new" stuff now and then.....

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Posted by Eagle90 on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 11:11 AM

LOL!  I have to laugh...after you posting that the other day, I went home last night and starting moving stuff around in the hobby room and found a pile of AM stuff I bought at an estate sale!  Resin F-80 wheels, C-47 wheels, etc!  Forgot all about them!

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Posted by Bish on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 12:37 PM

Eagle90

LOL!  I have to laugh...after you posting that the other day, I went home last night and starting moving stuff around in the hobby room and found a pile of AM stuff I bought at an estate sale!  Resin F-80 wheels, C-47 wheels, etc!  Forgot all about them!

Eagle90

But do you have any kits to put them on, that's the question.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

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Posted by RBaer on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 1:02 PM

The "question" or the reason to go buy kits for them?

;)

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Posted by shivinigh on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 5:35 PM

Do you really need a reason to go buy kits?  Ok maybe the expensive ones you do.  

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by Eagle90 on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 7:51 PM

Bish

Eagle90

LOL!  I have to laugh...after you posting that the other day, I went home last night and starting moving stuff around in the hobby room and found a pile of AM stuff I bought at an estate sale!  Resin F-80 wheels, C-47 wheels, etc!  Forgot all about them!

Eagle90

But do you have any kits to put them on, that's the question.

LOL!  Why yes I do!  2 Monogram F-80's and 1 Testor's T-33.  also have 2 Monogram C-47's!  Hey, this should qualify me for the Monogram Mafia shouldn't it?!  Whistling

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Posted by Eagle90 on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 7:53 PM

RBaer

The "question" or the reason to go buy kits for them?

;)

Well, you know....I have 5 sets of the F-80 wheels and only 3 kits!  Whistling

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Posted by Eagle90 on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 7:54 PM

shivinigh

Do you really need a reason to go buy kits?  Ok maybe the expensive ones you do.  

Now there is a wise man!  Wink

Eagle90

 

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Posted by Jacinth68 on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 5:23 AM

1 more month to go

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Posted by shivinigh on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 5:26 AM

A video for you T-26 builders.

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by silentbob33 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 9:34 AM

Last night I decided what I wanted to build for this, so I ordered the 1/35 Academy M-18 Hellcat for my entry.  Should be here sometime next week.

On my bench: Academy 1/35 UH-60L Black Hawk

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Posted by Eagle90 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 9:47 AM

silentbob33

Last night I decided what I wanted to build for this, so I ordered the 1/35 Academy M-18 Hellcat for my entry.  Should be here sometime next week.

Got you on the list!  Welcome aboard!

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Posted by Hoggarth on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 2:33 PM

I would like to get in on this but I'm wondering how 'New builder' friendly these group builds are. Not that I think you all would snub me and tell me how terrible I am, but I've been looking at your builds, and I would be highly intimidated to put something up next to them.

I don't own an airbrush, nor would I know what to do with one. That's on my wishlist. Anything I build is going to have to be rattle can and brush for a while.

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Posted by silentbob33 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 2:46 PM

I wouldn't worry too much about it Hoggarth.  I've only completed one group build, but I can't even begin to describe how much I've learned and how helpful people have been as far as tips and tricks to get things right, and even sending me parts in the mail that weren't in my kit.  

I've just recently gotten a decent airbrush and I'm still figuring out how to use it, so I wouldn't worry about it that much.  There are all sorts of skill levels here so don't feel intimidated.  I consider myself a novice at best, especially when I tried painting figures for my LCVP in the Longest Day GB (I still cringe a little when I look at them), but the people here pointed me in the right direction to make them better than they were originally.  Best way is to jump in!

On my bench: Academy 1/35 UH-60L Black Hawk

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Posted by Bish on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:15 PM

Hoggarth

I would like to get in on this but I'm wondering how 'New builder' friendly these group builds are. Not that I think you all would snub me and tell me how terrible I am, but I've been looking at your builds, and I would be highly intimidated to put something up next to them.

I don't own an airbrush, nor would I know what to do with one. That's on my wishlist. Anything I build is going to have to be rattle can and brush for a while.

In my experience, the best way to improve is to take part in GB's. My modelling has come on leaps and bounds since I got back into the hobby in 2008. Posting pics is a great way for people to see where your at and offer advice. And the good thing about GB's is that not only are you posting your pics, but your seeing others and what they are doing and how they are doing it. And at least with Allied armour you can go for a nice simple OD scheme and not have to worry about those German 3 tone ones, though if you feel up to the challenge, your more than welcome into the German armour GB as well.

At the end of the day we are here to have fun, and people will realise that your new to the hobby and perhaps don't have the experience or tools that others have built up over many years.

So I hope you won't feel intimidated and will jump in and as long as the advice is given and taken in a friendly well meaning manner, you will be fine.

And one final thing, the host of this GB, Eagle, is just about to finish his first ever armour GB and now he is about to host an armour GB, his first GB as host. So hopefully that might inspire others to dive in and take the plunge.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

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Posted by Hoggarth on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 4:13 PM

Well then, let's jump in with both feet.

Put me in with a Tamiya M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer.

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Posted by Gamera on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 7:27 PM

Shiv: Very cool find there, sorry it took me this long to get around to watching it. Interesting details there on how to repair and maintain the M26.

Bob and Hoggarth: Welcome to the build - what a cool pair of TDs!

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

 

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Posted by Eagle90 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 7:48 PM

Hoggarth

I would like to get in on this but I'm wondering how 'New builder' friendly these group builds are. Not that I think you all would snub me and tell me how terrible I am, but I've been looking at your builds, and I would be highly intimidated to put something up next to them.

I don't own an airbrush, nor would I know what to do with one. That's on my wishlist. Anything I build is going to have to be rattle can and brush for a while.

Hey Hoggarth,

Well, you beat me to the punch line(sorry it took so long to get back to you, I had practice tonight), but I'm going to give you the reply I was going to give you anyway!

WELCOME TO THE GB!  Because I refuse to NOT let you join in on it!  Do not worry about being intimidated!  You won't be!  This forum has the best bunch of guys and gals from around the world!  Lots of knowledge and all are more than willing to share their tricks and tips!  Intimidated?  Who's to say you don't come up with a brilliant tip for us!  Or do a smashing job on your build!  I'm betting you will surprise yourself on how well you do!  I want to draw your attention to the second line up from the badges on the first post for this GB. 

"Plenty of info sharing, pictures and most importantly, have fun and enjoy."

Have fun and enjoy!  We don't care if you hand paint or rattle can your build.  It's a hobby...have fun!  Ask questions!  Like Bish said, I am almost finished with my first armor build!  I'm having a blast with it!  I also did my first figure (Mr. Scott from Star Trek) with the FSM sponsored Villains and Heroes GB.  Again...had a blast!  Learned a lot and everyone was more than willing to help this novice out.  Was it a perfect build...heck no!  But I had fun and the next one (which will be Dr. McCoy!) will be even better!

All this to say, I am VERY happy you decided to join the GB!  I look forward to seeing your build!  Welcome aboard!

Eagle90

 

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Posted by Eagle90 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 7:50 PM

silentbob33

I wouldn't worry too much about it Hoggarth.  I've only completed one group build, but I can't even begin to describe how much I've learned and how helpful people have been as far as tips and tricks to get things right, and even sending me parts in the mail that weren't in my kit.  

I've just recently gotten a decent airbrush and I'm still figuring out how to use it, so I wouldn't worry about it that much.  There are all sorts of skill levels here so don't feel intimidated.  I consider myself a novice at best, especially when I tried painting figures for my LCVP in the Longest Day GB (I still cringe a little when I look at them), but the people here pointed me in the right direction to make them better than they were originally.  Best way is to jump in!

Couldn't have said it better myself!  Yes

Eagle90

 

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  • From: Florida-West Central
Posted by Eagle90 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 7:53 PM

Bish

Hoggarth

I would like to get in on this but I'm wondering how 'New builder' friendly these group builds are. Not that I think you all would snub me and tell me how terrible I am, but I've been looking at your builds, and I would be highly intimidated to put something up next to them.

I don't own an airbrush, nor would I know what to do with one. That's on my wishlist. Anything I build is going to have to be rattle can and brush for a while.

In my experience, the best way to improve is to take part in GB's. My modelling has come on leaps and bounds since I got back into the hobby in 2008. Posting pics is a great way for people to see where your at and offer advice. And the good thing about GB's is that not only are you posting your pics, but your seeing others and what they are doing and how they are doing it. And at least with Allied armour you can go for a nice simple OD scheme and not have to worry about those German 3 tone ones, though if you feel up to the challenge, your more than welcome into the German armour GB as well.

At the end of the day we are here to have fun, and people will realise that your new to the hobby and perhaps don't have the experience or tools that others have built up over many years.

So I hope you won't feel intimidated and will jump in and as long as the advice is given and taken in a friendly well meaning manner, you will be fine.

And one final thing, the host of this GB, Eagle, is just about to finish his first ever armour GB and now he is about to host an armour GB, his first GB as host. So hopefully that might inspire others to dive in and take the plunge.

Again......well said.  Without mates like Bish, I'd still be trying to figure out the 88 stood for in Flak 88!  Embarrassed  And without help from everyone on the forum, I wouldn't be hosting this GB!  Thank you all!

Eagle90

 

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Posted by Eagle90 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 7:54 PM

Hoggarth

Well then, let's jump in with both feet.

Put me in with a Tamiya M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer.

Now you're talkin'!!  Welcome aboard.  And a great subject you picked.  It will be awesome!

Eagle90

 

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Posted by silentbob33 on Thursday, May 15, 2014 8:46 AM

I also meant to mention that I've only built one armor kit, despite having almost a dozen in my stash.  So I'll be a newbie for this build.

On my bench: Academy 1/35 UH-60L Black Hawk

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Posted by RBaer on Thursday, May 15, 2014 2:47 PM

Hoggarth, I don't own an airbrush either, all rattle cans, brush and pastels.

GBs on FSM are the most friendly atmosphere on the interweb, guaranteed. Jump on in and enjoy.

Oh, and the M26 vid: I've only watched about half so far, really nifty though.

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