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Old 07-11-2012, 05:58 PM
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Ok, so we begin...

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I was wondering when you would start posting...
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I actually wasn't sure I'd do a build thread on this one. Aren't many of them going on here these days, and i am thinking guys may be losing interest. We'll see how it goes. This should get interesting. LOL
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Well I'm interested...
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I'll be watching.

I was kind of curious why there is traffic here, but not too many responses in general. I've only been here a short while, is this a recent development? I know static modelers tend to be 'vocal' in critique and support, but with RC, it mostly seems to be information exchange.
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Thanks guys. I have watched a few threads go by the way side due to lack of interest, and that is a shame. Some of us do enjoy build threads very much and like to see them to conclusion. I know I have not seen any of the guys that normally do build threads start one for a while. Perhaps for the same reason? In any case, I will post here as long as guys want to see it.
This is probably going to be a long one due to my schedule of late. I have alot of little things to do with the kit, though I will try to keep it mostly stock....We'll see how it goes. I will be attempting the ATAK zimmerit kit on this model. I already installed ETO's metal gun deck, and it will be getting KK tracks too. I began painting them last week and will post pics of them when the work is done. I may try some new things here too.

Thanks tyo the guys who responded so far. It is nice to know there is still interest in builds here.
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Go for it, Joey! My own lack of posts of late has been a result of work loads and the odd health problem, nothing serious in the health department, though. Main problem of was AlikPar decided that Daddy didn't really need his 'A' finger and broke it. Try typing without that digit!

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Ouch!
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Well from what bob has told me about that kit, you are going to have your hands full......sorry to hear the kits out of preduction....18 boggies with 32 wheels would make building a close to right maus easy.....lol
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I think the lack of build threads and related articles has more to do with summer and the spare time is being used elsewhere.

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Will be watching this build Joe!!! You do great stuff. Is this kit really out of production???
Old 07-12-2012, 06:27 AM
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I'm interested Joe, I wish I had the time to contribute more on my deuce build, just don't have the time right now. And my Sherman I received is still in the box from two weeks ago. Too many other things need to be done first.

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ORIGINAL: 1sgt

I think the lack of build threads and related articles has more to do with summer and the spare time is being used elsewhere.

Jim
I think it has a lot to do with the forum setup/layout.....its impossable to find anything on this forum. I took me 30 minutes to find my e50 build thread a couple weeks ago....if they had a layout like this, it would be great.......

http://www.rctankregiment.com/rctankforum/index.php
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Joe,

You know i will be watching but like others have said, just a lot going on.

Post away please.
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I am a noob here, so I am trying to keep my mouth shut (mostly) and listen.

I will be watching with interest!

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Joe, you know I am watching you very closely, so do it right. ( as if he wouldn't anyway!)

I intend to start posting my DD build progress soon. Still getting things together for it.

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Well from what bob has told me about that kit, you are going to have your hands full......sorry to hear the kits out of preduction....18 boggies with 32 wheels would make building a close to right maus easy.....lol
I am fairly certain Hooben haven't stopped producing this kit.
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Could be.....There was some talk that the molds had failed but never trust what you hear in the interweds......I read it here...

http://www.rctankwarfare.co.uk/forum...=Hooben#p79420
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I am also unsure if the kits have been discontinued. I do have one kit left in stock though. New and unopened and looking waiting for someone to build it into a battlefield terror.
Thanks for the support guys. I will try and make you proud on this build. I am thinking baout trying a different paint style on this one. I may use a color modulation on it and see how it turns out. I am a ways off from being ready for paint, but we'll get there.
I have a lot to live up to with the elephant after the unbelievable work that Craig (Streetsquid) did with his build. It will be fun though and that's what it's all about.
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They still have it available on their site.

But anyways, i'll be subscribing to this thread
Old 07-12-2012, 05:31 PM
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I'll be watching too... and will try to start a build thread once I decide on which project to begin (PzIV, Jagdpanther or Panther)... Decisions, decisions!
Old 07-12-2012, 06:00 PM
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I still got one new in the box been buying parts for it slowly got it from ETO Armor a few months ago .
Heard that some who have built it have been having problem with the electronics .

Jimmy
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This kit does not have electronics, Jimmy. It is supply your own, as the clark stuff was having trouble. I always look forward to seeing you guys build something. Guess I am going through withdrawl here.

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I think we are all still tuned in. We are having an incredibly nice summer, and it make sit hard to sit in the work shop. Late last night I ripped the top off my Leo to do some major refitting, but unless it starts raining, I have no idea when I will get back to it.
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ORIGINAL: mustclime


ORIGINAL: 1sgt

I think the lack of build threads and related articles has more to do with summer and the spare time is being used elsewhere.

Jim
I think it has a lot to do with the forum setup/layout.....its impossable to find anything on this forum. I took me 30 minutes to find my e50 build thread a couple weeks ago....if they had a layout like this, it would be great.......

http://www.rctankregiment.com/rctankforum/index.php
THe search works not too bad. I can find a post in a couple of minutes using the search tool.



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