Guest snipersmudge Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Well at last i can get started on the Merkava, been itching to start but have used the time before the start of the GB to research and come up with a tweaks list for the kit. I'm using the tamiya kit which is fantastic considering it's age, like a fine wine I'd say! Here's a pic of the parts before attacking with my scalpel. more soon Cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Good one Pete, this is nice little kit. I think it's stood the test of time pretty well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Tango Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Looks a nice little kit Pete, but most Tammy kits are pretty good quality, good luck on the build mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz greenwood Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Nice looking Chariot mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snipersmudge Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Well been getting a bit done in between my domestic chores today, wheels done, god i hate sanding the buggers! and started filling the holes in the hull. I plan to blank off the sponsons with plastic card later. added some details to the rear idler assembly and have removed the moulded on rear mud flaps as they are very over scale. Will replace with thin plastic card later Cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz greenwood Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 Looking good so far Pete. I do like the look of the Chariot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snipersmudge Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Some more work today before I start nights, added missing hinge detail rear done, have left off one track link for interest added missing engine shut off and cut a couple of exhaust pipes using an old radio aerial that's it for now Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Nice start Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Tango Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Looking good Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz greenwood Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Liking it Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Nice work Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPNGROATS Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hi Pete: Good start on the Merkava, it will be a mean looking machine..! Cheers, ggc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Coincidentally, there's an article on building a Mk1 Merkava in this issue of the IPMS newsletter... if you're a member or know one, give it a squint, as there are lots of tidbits of info on updating & accurizing (hate that word) the kit to the correct standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snipersmudge Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 More work on the Merkava, I've closed off the sponsons and added some texture to the rear hull and front hull with thinned Mr surfacer Enhanced the crew step by removing the plastic loop and replacing with some twisted wire Also started adding the anti-slip coating using cast a cote, great stuff this, Looking at my references some Merkava Mk1's 2's and even 3's don't have anti-slip on the hulls however I am adding it to enhance the painting and weathering later on. Cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Nice Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPNGROATS Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Pete: Looks like your making great progress, real nice details your adding...carry on sir.. Cheers, ggc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Some very nice details mate, the castacote is good stuff and easy to use, i'll be using it again on future builds Regards Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz greenwood Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Looking good Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snipersmudge Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 the castacote is good stuff and easy to use, i'll be using it again on future builds yes it's handy stuff and not just for anti skid coatings. I have used it with great success on WW2 Russian armour to replicate the rough casting of turrets etc Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stebos Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Some excellent detailing work there, look forward to seeing more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snipersmudge Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 More work today, basically finished the build, just the machine guns and replacement mud flaps to make. Have been working on the turret today, added a few tweaks such as the tow cable, tamiya provide it in plastic which looks unrealistic plus you have to try and bend it! Replaced the ends with items from the spares box and made the cable from three strands of 28 gauge wire twisted together. Cast a cota, Mr surfacer and weld beads added to the turret and a few missing bolts etc, also added tubing for the aerial bases and separated the bazooka plates for a better look I must say she looks a mean beast. an enjoyable build with no problems at all cheers Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz greenwood Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Looking really good Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 A beauty Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPNGROATS Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Pete: What a cool and "don't mess w/me" look this Merkava has...your added details really bring this model to life...anxiously awaiting the painting on this one... Cheers, ggc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Well done Pete, looks great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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