Shermaniac Posted February 17, 2016 Author Share Posted February 17, 2016 Mudguards, Wheel Arches & Wheels All of the chassis based attachments now with all their PE parts added Wheels on! and Whehey they all fit and they all touch the ground An imposing view of the wheeled chassis. You can also see I fitted the radiator hose Looks like there's a bit of filing to do on the Radiator section Next Time: It's the Cab Sections 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 It looks like a beast ... !!!, Greetings mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 stunning work... how do you do your PE, is it soldered in to shape? that is something I have never ever ever done successfully no matter how many SBS guides i watch/read (possibly cos I only have a crappy gas-powered soldering iron) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrianm2 Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Really looking forward to your next update. Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 17, 2016 Author Share Posted February 17, 2016 stunning work... how do you do your PE, is it soldered in to shape? that is something I have never ever ever done successfully no matter how many SBS guides i watch/read (possibly cos I only have a crappy gas-powered soldering iron) I use the Trumpeter bending tool and as this PE is quite thick that normally does it but I also have Nailene Nail Glue from ASDA (Cosmetics section dealing with acrylic nails). I've tried solder but haven't found it that easy as the parts are so small and the soldering iron is like a girder! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 I use the Trumpeter bending tool and as this PE is quite thick that normally does it but I also have Nailene Nail Glue from ASDA (Cosmetics section dealing with acrylic nails). I've tried solder but haven't found it that easy as the parts are so small and the soldering iron is like a girder! Nail Glue???? interesting.. may have a look at that for my 25pdr.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 20, 2016 Author Share Posted February 20, 2016 (edited) OH! it's getting good now! Crew Cab, Bonnet & Mission Cabin (Picture Heavy) There are a lot of inter-connecting parts around this Cab, Bonnet & Mission Cabin construction which is why I have done so many pictures here. This part has taken 3 intensive sessions to ensure that all the assemblies actually fit together properly. Crew Cab Now built and clicked onto the front bumper Reasonably well detailed Crew Cab in its sub-assembly form to ease painting Note all the injector pin marks needing to be filled! (Incidentally, almost all of these will not be seen once this puppy is all closed up) Side of the Crew Cab with an extra part added to support the Bonnet Without it, the bonnet has no support whatsoever! (That's an Oooops Trumpeter!) Bonnet What can I say at this point?You can't see the engine once we close in the bonnet cover - anywhere!!! As a result, I have now glued the engine into place on the chassis and will incorporate this into the base paintwork. Main Bonnet, now firmly fixed to the Radiator array The other side showing the grills and detailed side - some filler was needed Mission Cabin This is the front with the 2 windows - some filler will be used (Guess where?) Rear view and cable outlets to the launcher - note the filler at the edges Interior sub-assemblies for ease of painting and the later fitting of seats All-together Now! Looks like the front of the MAZ is pretty much completed It is becoming more apparent with each session that this is a Huge kit! The plan view of the front Cab, Bonnet & Mission Cabin against a 6" ruler And Finally - the Crew Cab, Bonnet and Mission Cab have not yet been glued on Much painting is required first Next Time: Those Rockets are getting closer and closer! Edited February 20, 2016 by Shermaniac 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 Wow, if you are running large, when completed will be a very interesting model, good work, Greetings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david v Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 Very nice, did you have any problems fitting the cab to the bumper, on mine i had a real problem with the two hook arrangement they use, snapped off several times, also the rocket assembly is tricky if you dont get it just right they wont fit. looking good. IM currently about to start the MENG version so we will see how it goes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 21, 2016 Author Share Posted February 21, 2016 Very nice, did you have any problems fitting the cab to the bumper, on mine i had a real problem with the two hook arrangement they use, snapped off several times, also the rocket assembly is tricky if you dont get it just right they wont fit. looking good. IM currently about to start the MENG version so we will see how it goes. The bumper clips were glued to the cab then left overnight, after that I had no issue with that part. However, when I finally assemble to main parts the cab will be under tension with the bumper and some careful securing will be necessary also, with all the main bits interlinked ill need several pairs of hands. This will be interesting and probably my most challenging build too date. I have been warned about the rocket pods but I have a solution in mind if the instruction part doesn't work out. I'm still enjoying it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IgorS Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 This is really big kit! I think, I'll wait for nice model of it in 1/72, as I did for SCUD-B launcher. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 21, 2016 Author Share Posted February 21, 2016 (edited) This is really big kit! I think, I'll wait for nice model of it in 1/72, as I did for SCUD-B launcher. You could always build the Topol from Zvezda , that's in 1/72 Edited February 21, 2016 by Shermaniac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 That is looking very impressive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IgorS Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Shermaniac, I've already got one: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 22, 2016 Author Share Posted February 22, 2016 Shermaniac, I've already got one: Very impressive too. Now all we need is a 1/35th scale kit 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IgorS Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Now all we need is a 1/35th scale kit But it will be about half a meter in length!.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Great work... Really liking this build 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Rocket Launcher & PAINT! This is a very detailed kit build and definately warrants this many pictures folks!There are parts of this kit which are fabulous and then...... there are some which hark back to the early 80's molding styles where parts 'kinda' go together.I'm not saying that I dislike this kit but - come-on Trumpeter, you know you can do a lot better. More haste, less speed on the mold manufacture Guys. Some of the two-part moldings are close to shoddy!I want a good look in the box before I buy my next one of these - better forewarned IMHO. Started the Launcher for the 12 missiles and it is TBH a bit clunky in parts and fairly basic stuff - serious fettling needed to sort out the mis-matches PAINT! Just Vallejo Model Air Matt Black with about 5%-10% Thinner added. Better to do 2 extra-thin coats on something this big than blast away without thinking Yes, you can still see some grey plastic and now the paint has dried I can see a few bits which I will re-visit tomorrow TBH, I'm not that bothered now about that lovely engine as, once I button up the front of the MAZ, you won't see it. Next Time: More paint of course & The Launcher Array 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted February 24, 2016 Share Posted February 24, 2016 A very real look, good progress for now, cheers mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted February 24, 2016 Share Posted February 24, 2016 Good to see this one progressing too. Shame some of the parts are a bit hit and miss. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smuts Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 very nice Al .. Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 A Bit of Rocket Science Well, there are lots of ejector pin marks in the rocket frames that I have filled. Not sure though, how many will be seen? Main Launcher frame all secured and working. A tight fit but that is good and this is where all the fun starts in earnest! I still think that these parts are creud and clunky but, I haven't seen the actual array up close on a real one. BUT! if you want to see some SMERCH pictures go here Next Time: More Rockets 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I imagine ejectors will be moving ... good progress, Greetings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermaniac Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 More Rocket Science A brief update The Rocket Pods - This issued was found by Graham Taylor during his build and the solution is mine - Fingers firmly X.There will be some issues with the installation of these as you will see evident in section 28 of the instructions. The pods actually screw in and the top section can't actually fit.Rockets 9-12 cannot be installed if built according to the instructions so, I shall build the main tube and add the ribs but leave the top section off until they are installed into the framework and add afterwards. ....... to continue on Comprising 14 parts and is a bit fiddly to assemble especially get all 12 bars to go into their fittings at the same time! This framework is quite flimsy and 'could' become deformed if not careful so, I used my Picador Blocks for stability After fitting the forward frame to the main launch assembly I needed to ensure that it too was all square Looking good so far BUT, I haven't added the ribs to the 6 rocket pods yet, 6 more to go. Some filling of join lines is still needed first The Rocket Pods are a bit tedious, especially trying to get the joins to stay true but, careful application of glue and with an even dose of patience, it works Next Time: 6 more pods, then the ribs! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 That does look fiddly! Nice work. Am enjoying this build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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