Shelliecool Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 First things first, I should introduce Arlo. He is my 7 year old son who loves cars, cars and more cars! However in the run up to Christmas he spotted Airfix's Cromwell starter set (along with the HMS Victory), at Aldi and popped them on his list for Father Christmas. Arlo will be doing most of the build himself, with a little guidance and help (with the fiddly bits) from me. So here goes......... The kit comes with 2 detailed sprues (with little or no flash), a tiny decal sheet, paint, cement and brush (although I'm planning to introduce Arlo to my old airbrush!). Arlo began by removing the Base and sides of the tank from the sprue, and gluing them together (I wiped off the access glue). Once secure he then attached the smaller front and back pieces. He has now left the glue to dry, the next step requires fixing the tracks in place, we have decided he needs to paint all these pieces before building them. That's it for now, (remember Arlo is only 7, but is really enjoying the build so far.) Thanks. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 Good for him, looking forward to seeing how it turns out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PZRGREN Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 I'm building a 1/35 of these, following for some pointers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 Nice tidy work so far! ..................but then he does have a great teacher Looking forward to watching this progress Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 nice start..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 Go for it Arlo. I have spares of everything except the tracks and as you are a Brailler now, they are yours if you need them. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted January 29, 2018 Author Share Posted January 29, 2018 This afternoon Arlo set to work painting the tracks and wheels. He decided he wanted to brush paint these rather than try the airbrush. While we left these to dry, I set up my old airbrush, mixed a little Humbrol 159 with some flow improver and let Arlo loose. He was nervous to start with, but he really impressed me, and managed to paint the Base of the tank. These are now drying in the modelling cupboard, while Arlo gets some well earned rest. So far he's doing good! 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Well earned indeed! Good work there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted January 30, 2018 Author Share Posted January 30, 2018 After school today Arlo was extremely eager to crack on with the build, so we took a look at the track assembly. Carefully Arlo cut the wheels and cogs from the sprue, and pushed the inside row into place. Once both sides were done, Arlo lay the track over them and began glueing the outer wheels into place, this was very fiddly, but just the job for a 7 year old. arlo then turned his attention to the next stage, fixing the top, and front sections of the tanks body into place. Here I explained the importance of dry fitting before applying the glue. Thats all for now folks! 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted February 2, 2018 Author Share Posted February 2, 2018 Arlo has been working steadily on the tank, yesterday adding the ultra fiddly hooks, one of which succumbed to the carpet monster. Leaving these to dry over night, we again began work after school tody. Arlo carefully removed parts from the sprue, and has added the side skirts, steps, and panels to the side of the tank. He's doing a sterling job and seems to be enjoying it a lot. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Looking very nice is that! Well done Arlo, keep up the good work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris B Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 It is always nice to see that kids prefer building models instead seating on the tablets. Nice work so far. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Dapple Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 Nice work Arlo, it's coming along nicely Cheers, Stew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 A great AFV modeller in the making. Well done Arlo. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 Really nice clean and tidy workmanship, keep up the good work Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted February 3, 2018 Author Share Posted February 3, 2018 Quick update on today's progress. Arlo has begun to build the turret and gun, this proved rather more tricky than it looks on paper, but after a quick disassembly it all fell into place. A little Tamiya tape to keep it together, and it was on to the hatch for the top of the turret. Arlo decided he wanted it doors open, and after cutting the doors free from the sprue, together we managed to get them glued into place. Arlo has now left these to set, evening all. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PZRGREN Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 Coming along nicely indeed. Great work Arlo! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris B Posted February 4, 2018 Share Posted February 4, 2018 You doing well young man. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 Well done indeed, those hatch parts have had a few adult modellers cussing over the years.....Do you have a tank commander figure in your stash? If not ping me a PM, I'd be glad to donate one to such an excellent project (I have a spare hook if you need it too, just let me know the part number). 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev The Modeller Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Looking good Arlo looking forward to seeing this finished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted February 12, 2018 Author Share Posted February 12, 2018 Arlo has been back to the build today after a busy weekend. He had reached the painting stage, so I set up the airbrush for him and mixed up some paint and set him loose. He is now leaving them to dry and may add a final coat to the tank body tomorrow. Not bad for his second time airbrushing. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clive_t Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Great stuff, hopefully he's getting a real kick out of producing such a good result ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted February 12, 2018 Author Share Posted February 12, 2018 On 05/02/2018 at 07:59, Sgt.Squarehead said: Well done indeed, those hatch parts have had a few adult modellers cussing over the years.....Do you have a tank commander figure in your stash? If not ping me a PM, I'd be glad to donate one to such an excellent project (I have a spare hook if you need it too, just let me know the part number). Hi Sgt.Squarehead, We don't have a tank commander in our stash and Arlo would love one! Thanks, Michelle. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 No worries, ping me a PM and I'll put one in the post to you. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NealParkes Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 Wow!! Well done Aldo! you are great at this!! I cannot wait to see more of your build! Thank you for showing it to us! Neal 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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