OwenEldridge Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I recently purchased this kit and plan to start building as soon as I have all of the aftermarket sets I need. I plan to purchase the Bronco individual track links but I'm undecided on what photo etch set to purchase. The ET set looks very complete, but it's quite a bit more expensive than the Voyager or Eduard counterparts. Any recommendations? I'm also looking at purchasing Real Model's "Stowage And Menu Set For Challenger II" as this includes a resin camouflage tarp...something present in almost all of the photos of the Challenger 2 taken in 2003. The only problem is that the only place I could find it in stock is Hobby Easy. Does anyone here have experience with them? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieNZ Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I don't understand why it is a problem that is is in stock at Hobby Easy? I've ordered from them before and had no problems. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwenEldridge Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 I don't understand why it is a problem that is is in stock at Hobby Easy? I've ordered from them before and had no problems. I just wasn't sure about Hobby easy as I've never purchased from them. I usually try to make my purchases from Ebay or US/UK hobby dealers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demiles Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I have been purchasing kits from Hobby Easy since 2007 and I reckon I have purchase about 95% of my kits from them and have never had a problem. Daniel and his staff respond quickly to questions and f there is a problem such as stock holdings they will advise you before dispatching. I have also found that their cost inc. postage is quite cheaper than what I would pay here in Aust, example T-80U Soviet/Russian Main Battle Tank Hobby Easy price with post $101.68 Aust hobby shop price $146 AUD plus postage. All I can say is go for it the worst that can happen is they don’t meet your expectations. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeoman1942 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Only used hobby easy once, and can recommend them for service and price 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_W Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 My Nephew was REME attached to the Scots Dogs on Telic 1. A couple of things worth noting: The ID pannels took time to arrive and not every vehicle had them. The desert paint was applied in the UK and didn't cure properly in the cold and weathered very heavily in Iraq. Supplies of Desert DPM were very limited. He only got his on the flight home so they could wear it for the cameras. You can build a still and make peach brandy with spare parts from a Warrior cooling system. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwenEldridge Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 My aftermarket sets arrived from HobbyEasy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwenEldridge Posted April 30, 2016 Author Share Posted April 30, 2016 Here is the first build update. The no-slip texture was recreated by spraying Mr. Surfacer through an airbrush at 40 PSI. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wogga Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Got one of these in my stash so I will watch with interest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfingers Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Nice! What grade of Mr Surfacer did you use for the non slip? Regards, Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Nice start, the anti slip looks great Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwenEldridge Posted April 30, 2016 Author Share Posted April 30, 2016 Nice! What grade of Mr Surfacer did you use for the non slip? Regards, Steve I used Mr Surfacer 500. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wogga Posted May 1, 2016 Share Posted May 1, 2016 Lovely job on the anti slip 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted May 1, 2016 Share Posted May 1, 2016 Very good detail Surfacer, with that clean the airbrush,, cheers mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwenEldridge Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 I've made more progress on the Challenger 2. I've decided to finish this model as "11B" of HQ Squadron Command Troop of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards. Using several photos of 11B for reference, I've attempted to replicate the folds in the canvas of the dust mitigation side skirts and the heavily dented fuel drum. The Bronco workable track links went together without any issues and are a huge improvement over the rubber bands provided by Tamiya. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Very nice details, pops ready for more, cheers mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintsPhil Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I'm board for this one! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carius Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Great details indeed. Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_W Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I you want reference pics, I recommend this book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shot-Captured-Aidan-Stephen/dp/0954420233/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463409546&sr=8-1&keywords=shot+and+captured 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Smart work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwenEldridge Posted June 1, 2016 Author Share Posted June 1, 2016 I've now completed most of the etch work and I've done some test fitting for photos. I'll start the painting process as soon as "Shot And Captured" arrives in the mail. The side skirts and CIP panels will be removed for painting. Any tips or suggestions are welcome. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Looks the bizz, very neat work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) It´s look like a beast!!, good work for now, cheers Owen Edited June 1, 2016 by FrancisGL 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Stunning workmanship! Looking forward to seeing it in paint. Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wogga Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Beautiful clean job can't wait for the paint job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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