arkbuilder2012 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 This is the new Takom kit. Very nice. The fit for the most part is excellent. I had some gap issues with some of the upper plates but that may be due to my not prepping the mating surfaces adequately. Even though it does not have an interior I think its a much better kit than the Academy offering. My only complaint is the link and length tracks. I don't like those in any kit so I'm replacing them with individual link tracks from Bronco. Will be doing their Grant tank and will be doing numerous M31' when they are released. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 I will be following this if i may ? Im interested in these Takoms and would like to get up to speed before i purchase one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkbuilder2012 Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 2 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: I will be following this if i may ? Im interested in these Takoms and would like to get up to speed before i purchase one. Don't know if this will work, not that tech savvy. This are all of my in progress images. Let me know if you can view them. Also not sure of how useful these will be. https://imgur.com/x4MCRcX https://imgur.com/IfiSa9h https://imgur.com/MwiMCUE https://imgur.com/332S0H5 https://imgur.com/7jqbXxz https://imgur.com/UHFBybv https://imgur.com/Lug7iGb https://imgur.com/HzMoL3D https://imgur.com/u9uEswn https://imgur.com/jCZPb3x https://imgur.com/NwPC5gX https://imgur.com/99DwzxJ https://imgur.com/nqo6DeG https://imgur.com/52nvVHq https://imgur.com/hpu1Kpo https://imgur.com/4kHQpUJ https://imgur.com/6AyPYSU https://imgur.com/wY57fyV https://imgur.com/WuNU2cA https://imgur.com/n1QHN00 https://imgur.com/n5QZvhG https://imgur.com/wMe9Yp6 https://imgur.com/f72HdHz https://imgur.com/P7YUlAl https://imgur.com/gSpRJxZ https://imgur.com/OAXS1ZP https://imgur.com/sJ8nfxh https://imgur.com/Oy6UYNx https://imgur.com/Y0TV8oW https://imgur.com/9oPvGhk https://imgur.com/ntDl0oc https://imgur.com/ctTmWOs https://imgur.com/b1iUIpY https://imgur.com/Ww3M9Cv https://imgur.com/6cgdTCd https://imgur.com/WpRPDiD https://imgur.com/mJQc68l https://imgur.com/M5TKrVG https://imgur.com/C6zYdqT https://imgur.com/C8Wg9Hi https://imgur.com/FhRQvFl https://imgur.com/oxj0ZV5 https://imgur.com/wzDhdaj https://imgur.com/Y9N6mrp https://imgur.com/at155It https://imgur.com/SeMS7fO https://imgur.com/wBwK6Pd https://imgur.com/dW1ciCu https://imgur.com/arF2IxE https://imgur.com/Zu1KwCq https://imgur.com/TetFFbB https://imgur.com/NJTA2fK https://imgur.com/h2XH1Lt https://imgur.com/j1KHOYT https://imgur.com/9wyDYGw https://imgur.com/EDpjFCh https://imgur.com/LJISK2p https://imgur.com/W2bGJj5 https://imgur.com/37eSXBe https://imgur.com/5x9Fm3f Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 (edited) I can if i click on them individually. I use Imgur as well if you click on the option where it says link underneath that is an option for Direct link. Select that option then close that out and go to the link alphanumeric and click on it. Select all then copy and paste here at BM. It will expand into a photo after a few seconds maybe 3-5. Then just repeat. Sorry im kot the most tech savvy and my lingo may not transfer but i hope that helps. Edited September 16, 2017 by Corsairfoxfouruncle Additional Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin56 Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Nice looking Grant, very crispy sharp. Should look very good with the paint on it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 I like it so far. This is one on my list, to do as a British Lee in the desert. Interiors don't bother me as I find that once finished, not much can be seen anyway. It would be good if you could get the images of the WIP on here. John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkbuilder2012 Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 BTW for those interested, there is a dedicated FACEBOOK page for the Takom M3 Lee & Grant tanks. Over 500 members so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkbuilder2012 Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 Model with a coat of primer and multiple thinned coats of the base color "US Army OD" FS319 from Mission Models. First time using their paints. Not sure of the color but think it will darken up with a coat of Future and some filters and washes. The paint lays down nicely and provides a very smooth surface. I thinned the paint a bit more than the manufacturer recommends and sprayed it at 20psi. For those that asked I will try to post my in-progress pics of this build. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 I have my eye on the Takom M31 recovery vehicle, so watching this with interest A quick question if I may - the engine compartment grille in the first pic, is that PE? If so, was it included with the kit or is it the Eduard add-on? Ok that's 2 questions Nice work so far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkbuilder2012 Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 On 9/17/2017 at 4:50 AM, clive_t said: I have my eye on the Takom M31 recovery vehicle, so watching this with interest A quick question if I may - the engine compartment grille in the first pic, is that PE? If so, was it included with the kit or is it the Eduard add-on? Ok that's 2 questions Nice work so far Thanks. The PE grill comes with the kit. Also very much looking forward to the M31 release. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris B Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 This kit looks good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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