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    Hi Marty you are right! I also checked some reference photos and yes only Early Tiger 2s had the extra teeth. Also checked all other smaller scale 1/35 KT's and they are the same too! Phil
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    Hi Matt, Just noticed that the sprocket wheel in the photo has twice as many teeth as the Trumpeter stock part. Also every link has a hole also. different from the model again!
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    Hi Matt, Thanks for the comments! No i have not glued the idlers yet, they are dry fit. guess the track tension is quite high?
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    The Turret: The interior is now complete including the 88mm shells and racks. I have to say even though a snug fit, and careful placement while putting the top on, after sliding the mantlet over the spring mechanism....... the roof does actually fit! The interior:
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    The Finished inner Hull: Shells and shell racks still to go! The engine hoses still need some work: The Roof interior:
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    The Hull with the top-side slotted on:
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    Made a lot of progress again in the last 2 days. Will post pics tomorrow. Most of the 88 shells are finished and in the racks of the turret. In fact the the turret interior is now mostly finished. The main hull interior is coming together. However the radio stack still needs a lot of mods and work. I'm not happy with it at present. Looks a bit dull and not very well detailed. This is a prominent feature of the interior and the module isn't the best! The other issue I've found is the spring tension on the barrel stabiliser. It's quite stiff. In fact too stiff. I've reminded the barrel elevation by fitting a bung underneath the spring. Although this is temporary. The model is getting heavy too. And there is quite a droop on the torque shaft suspension. Have to see what this will look Like with the tracks on?
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    Yes plenty.....Lol But these are my little secrets! In honesty the trumpeter KT goes together pretty well. I know Trumpeter are notorious for some fit issues but this Tank, with all its detail and large complex modules is very commendable. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes AFVs. The T34 looks to be good and a great deal smaller in the 1/16 if space is an issue? I'm looking forward to the Jagdtiger release. Although can I face another extremely long build.....?
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    Hi Matt, How is the progress with your KT? I've put a recent update on my build thread today. Phil
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    Quite a lot of progress on the KT over December. Ive been usin MM Enamels, RAL 8012 Root Braun and Interior Buff for base colours. There is still a lot more painting details, weathering and staining to be applied in certain places. This will be added progressively as the build continues. These pictures are to give an idea of what i envisage the tank to look like inside. I have bonded the rear face plate permanently to the top hull, this does improve strength and will hide the top-rear join. I have also constructed a discrete hing mechanism for the rear turret's hatch inner-door so this can operate as it would have been intended. ( This detail should be expected in this large 1/16 scale IMHO) The Colour tome comes out very well in Natural light. MM2 Enamals do capture the authentic tones and shades of WW2 German AFVs. Some pics below: (Apologies for the poor lighting) - tends to make the interior buff a bit too yellow looking and the Root a bit red brick. There will be a lot more pics to follow! The Engine: The Basket: The Hull Interior: The Turret interior - Lots of work still to do here! Radiator and oil tank:
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    Interesting that you attached the rear plate to the upper hull. I can see how that could be a real advantage withe fit. My apologies for not posting my progress with my KT. My airbrush booth needed some serious refit regarding proper ventilation. All is up and running now, so some serious time and effort will be going into my build. So there will some big updates before Christmas! Phil
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    Hi Matt, How many 88 ammo rounds do you need?
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    There are already plenty of aftermarket decals for 1/32 lancasters at Kitsworld. And more.....
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    Not sure if I speak for everyone. But this 1/32 Lancaster will be a very popular model kit. The Lancaster is extremely famous for many reasons and a beautiful aircraft in every respect. Options thet should be included are of course the 2 propeller tip variants. Yes, the ability to have the upper fuselage Windows and even the radome underneath perhaps. Mk1 and MK3 variants is a good starting point. Also the ability to view maybe 1 or 2 of finished detailed Merlins with the appropriate engine frames and plumbing detail. A similar idea that Tamiya went with, on their 1/48 scale rendition. The choice of aftermarket upgrades like brass barrels, similar to the B-17G. Perhaps ground equipment and bomb trollies to complement? So long as the modeller has ability and options to build both a realistic model OOB or indeed the ability to super detail if they wish, would bring great flexibility. I'm sure HK will make a great model here, such a super model subject. If it's as good as the recent HK releases, nothing to worry about! I will certainly buy one:-)
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    Hi Matt, Yes will leave the friction fit on the barrel peg, as it's working very well now. The top- bottomhull fit is pretty good. There is a slight gap along the sides where there is a bit of sagging in the middle of the side frames. I haven't fixed all the middle trusses yet In between the ammo racks. But that shouldn't make much difference anyway? Top half seems pretty snug fit and shape. I'll post some more images. All external detail now fitted, tow cables and tools plus all the zimmerit. This model does take some time!
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    Looking great as always Matt! I've recently updated my post. Building almost complete, painting next
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    Some more updates: I've almost completed all the sub-assemblies. Some parts are dry fit only prior to the first Airbrushing. I'm running out of room on what is a very big work-space. Also extended the peg on the barrel end that meets the firing mechanism. Now twice the length and reinforced too. Has a very snug fit and creates perfect alignment - so no barrel droop! I made the peg profile a all is fitted with thick - CA glue, so very strong indeed
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    Looking forward to its arrival from HK soon Hopefully some updates in November at Telford?
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    Looking really good Matt! I will update my post as soon as time permits. Phil
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    Love the 88 shells, great work. What paint did you use for the brass effect? Phil
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    Hi Matt, Yes quite a lot of progress, lots of modular building going on. The turret interior, exterior zimmerit is all complete now too. Also the internals of the hull are coming alive slowly. I'll post pictures of the progress over the weekend, although some is dry fit only due to preparation of airbrushing base coats etc. The build is very enjoyable and Trumpeter have made one great build experience on this KT! Phil
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    Hi Matt, Totally agree, let's hope they do get it right. The Tiger 1 could also be an easy build for trumpeter, especially as there is the basic Tamiya & HB versions already out there. Are HB & Trumpeter, all under the same guise?
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    Trumpeter Jagdtiger is a welcome surprise! Cant tell from the photos if they have extended the hull long enough from the original KT though? Hope they get the accuracy correct. It will be a must purchase!!! my favourite tank of WW2 along with the Tigers 1 & 2.
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    Hi Matt, Well spotted on the ventilator. My piece was on the 'W' Sprue was actually missing. Gutted for a while! So I decided to scratch build something from PE mesh and a few other parts to make the ventilator. I can still remove it as I dry fit only! I was considering talking to pocket bond for a spare, but I guess they will charge me for a whole 'W' sprue? WOW, great news about the Jagdtiger I've got a 1/16 Tiger 1 build (HB) that I've done a lot of mode on, albeit mostly external detail including a recoiling 88mm and ball pivot scatter gun. I will post all this Tiger 1 build after the King Tiger build. Phil
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    I though about making the turret open-top but I don't think it's good place for a visible seen when placed back on. The other option for other people is to remove the front Mantlet from the turret. This way the Mantlet could be permanently fixed to the base and the gun assembly could also be permanent. But again there would be a join/seem in a very obvious place that could prove to be unsightly. But another alternative, like the open roof. I'm determined to go with an improved barrel joining peg!
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