"Just Not Right" Group Build 6/1/05-12/01/05

Hey guys. Is this still going on? If it is, I'd like to join in. I'm not sure what I'd build, though. Maybe a towed gun with a blown hemi? I dunno. I'll think of something. Later.

QUOTE: Originally posted by modelingmonkey So, all I need is some duct tape, a U-boat, various chopper parts, and some torpedo tubes.

Sounds like a Panzer Dream Project in the making! U-Maus ....

Sure, we're still on...welcome to the build...instead of keeping track of the list at the front, just swipe the badge and use that instead.

I'm in the middle of moving into a new house, so my building time is minimal right now, I'll probably jump into this in July/August. I need to procure a HEMMIT and an M109 from Evilbay or a swap meet, so I'm not spending huge amounts of money on this one....

Jeff

How 'bout a mobile Leopard swimming pool>??

Started building my Flak-Maus last night. It may or may not be as just-not-right as I wanted it to be, but so be it. I've got the Dragon 72nd scale Maus, and it's quite a sweet little kit -- of course, this being the Maus, it has a million wheels, but they are cleverly engineered to go together smoothly. I put together most of the bogies in only around 25 minutes (I was pressed for time last night). And once that's done, you are virtually finished building the kit. The Maus was a big box, basically.

I've got two of the cheap little Fujimi 10,5cm AA guns that I'll rig somehow to put atop the Maus -- luckily they give you the dummy-weight turret, and I think I'll use that as a form of kugelblitz-type turret for the FlakMaus. Since they give you that in addition to the "normal" turret for the Maus, I'll probably build both up and display it mostly with the real turret, taking the flak turret out and putting it on the kit and cackling maniacally when I am all alone (scary thought, no?).

If this and the E-100 are any indication of the direction Dragon 72nd scale kits are going in, then I am very pleased -- these are both very handsome and very fun-to-build little kits. (Well, actually kind of big kits.)

Does anyone know which German tank was the longest(not including gun)? I think it was the Maus, but I just want to make sure.

I think I may have just had a stroke of genius. Does the build have to be based on actual tank parts, or can it be on something else, say a tractor? Because I saw a Cat 75c and was thinking about how cool it would look with a Panther(or something) turret on top in place of the cab. Just for visualization, heres a pic of the Cat. Later.

http://www.agdeal.com/classifieds/dbimages/FarmEquipment/7152354203/mvp24.jpg

QUOTE: Originally posted by modelingmonkey Does anyone know which German tank was the longest(not including gun)? I think it was the Maus, but I just want to make sure.

Pretty sure it was the Maus, but then again it never made it into production. Of the production types, it was probably the Tiger II or the Jadgtiger.

Hey, no one ever said it had to be in production. If they had a kit of one of those giant German tanks that were propelled by four U-boat sized engines, I would use it. The bigger, the better.

QUOTE: Originally posted by sin un nombre I think I may have just had a stroke of genius. Does the build have to be based on actual tank parts, or can it be on something else, say a tractor? Because I saw a Cat 75c and was thinking about how cool it would look with a Panther(or something) turret on top in place of the cab. Just for visualization, heres a pic of the Cat. Later. http://www.agdeal.com/classifieds/dbimages/FarmEquipment/7152354203/mvp24.jpg

You might try this turret: http://www.squadron.com/ItemDetails.asp?item=MKR35903
It would be a lot cheaper than buying the whole tank.

QUOTE: Originally posted by modelingmonkey Hey, no one ever said it had to be in production. If they had a kit of one of those giant German tanks that were propelled by four U-boat sized engines, I would use it. The bigger, the better.

Well, you asked what German tank was the longest, and as far as I can tell, in order for something to be a German tank, it had to have been a German tank.

Yeah, I'll give you that. But, it would have gone into production. Also, who makes a good Me 163 in 1/72 scale?

QUOTE: Originally posted by modelingmonkey QUOTE: Originally posted by sin un nombre I think I may have just had a stroke of genius. Does the build have to be based on actual tank parts, or can it be on something else, say a tractor? Because I saw a Cat 75c and was thinking about how cool it would look with a Panther(or something) turret on top in place of the cab. Just for visualization, heres a pic of the Cat. Later. http://www.agdeal.com/classifieds/dbimages/FarmEquipment/7152354203/mvp24.jpg You might try this turret: http://www.squadron.com/ItemDetails.asp?item=MKR35903 It would be a lot cheaper than buying the whole tank.

That would definitely work. Thanks for the link. Now if I can find a Cat 75c, it would be perfect. Later.

QUOTE: Originally posted by modelingmonkey Yeah, I'll give you that. But, it would have gone into production. Also, who makes a good Me 163 in 1/72 scale?

Academy's got a REALLY nice one. It comes with parts to build the B single-seater, or the S two-seat trainer. And on top of all that, its not the pricey. Later.

QUOTE: Originally posted by modelingmonkey Yeah, I'll give you that. But, it would have gone into production.

QUOTE: Also, who makes a good Me 163 in 1/72 scale?

I'll venture a guess -- Hasegawa.

I keep picturing something like a 'slammed' Jagdpanther. Low profile wheels and tires instead of road wheels, wide tracks (from a larger scale?), ground effects, the lot. BIG exhausts coming out from under the chassis, bold graphics (in tasteful shades of camo). Gotta have a wing on the back deck, and extra points for under-chassis lights. A couple of nitrous oxide tanks attached T-34 style to the sides of the hull would also be fun.

Think 'The Fast and the Furious' meets the Waffen-SS.

Sorry, but I'm not going to build this; if someone out there does want to, go for it!

-- Bill

count me in- i'm not sure what i'll build, but i guess thats the beauty of this-just make it up as you go! when i'm done do i just post the pics and thats the end of it? (this will be my first gb)

QUOTE: Originally posted by wm_brant I keep picturing something like a 'slammed' Jagdpanther. Low profile wheels and tires instead of road wheels, wide tracks (from a larger scale?), ground effects, the lot. BIG exhausts coming out from under the chassis, bold graphics (in tasteful shades of camo). Gotta have a wing on the back deck, and extra points for under-chassis lights. A couple of nitrous oxide tanks attached T-34 style to the sides of the hull would also be fun. Think 'The Fast and the Furious' meets the Waffen-SS. Sorry, but I'm not going to build this; if someone out there does want to, go for it! -- Bill

I like it: "Pimp my Panzer". I can see it now. Also, I will lift my veil of secrecy surrounding my project. For those of you who haven't figured it out, I plan on building a "Bewegliche Kometstartrampe" (Mobile Comet Launch Pad). In other words, a Maus capable of firing a Me 163 Komet. (Please insert your own evil, maniacal laughter here)

Does anybody make a launch-ramp for a V1 rocket (preferably plastic)? I know Accurate Armour makes one in resin(?) but that's too expensive.

Time to bump this to the top of the list.

Thats probably a good idea. thx.

Don't give me the credit; I stole that off someone else.

All the ideas in this group build are really cool. I like the idea of the fast n furious jagdpanther.

Who makes an available Willy's jeep or any jeep for that matter in 1/72 If I get ahold of at least 2 i'll try to throw together a "stretch limo" willy's. I know theres plenty in 1/35 but I don't want to do it in 1/35

Airfix makes one. Greatmodels has it for 4.80 a piece. Comes with a trailer too.

Thanks ygmodeler. I'm surprized I don't have one already since I mostly build 1/72. I'll put in an order after the July 4rth holiday. Gonna be busy until then.

Edit: BTW the patton lookin great. Love the chaingun. I wish I could shoot one of those. The ones in the A-10's simply obliteriate stuff

QUOTE: Originally posted by zokissima Oh man, would completely fictional, not neccessarily based on existing weaponry, tank be allowed?!?! I've always wanted to just build a Mammoth (I think that's what they're called) from the PC game Red Alert. Quad tracks, BIG GUNS!

You mean Rhinos? Or Grizzlys? rhinos are with the russians, grizzilys are with the americans

....I love rhinos....I think ill go play that game now.

Hey,

Heres an idea, try mounting a King tiger henschel turret on an Sd. Kfz. 251 half-track, put it right over the place where the troops would sit, wallah, a KonigsSd.Kfz.251/????

QUOTE: Originally posted by PakNicK-40 ....I love rhinos....I think ill go play that game now.

Tiberian Sun is calling; the Mammoth II.

What!?! I've been gone for a week, and I still have the latest post!!