M7 Priest
10-20-2014, 07:02 AM
#8
I think of myself as a good scratchbuilder/ kitbasher.... got a few good projects behind me... then someone comes along and shows me I am a mere neophyte at best. My hat is off to you and keep it going. The allies need some variety!!!
Oh yeah, when will your kits be available!!!!!
Oh yeah, when will your kits be available!!!!!
10-20-2014, 07:28 AM
#9
Nice Priest!!!
10-20-2014, 10:00 AM
#11
THIS is so cool and never thought the Priest would look this good until it's in 1/16!
I am so looking forward to getting my own machine.
Jeff
I am so looking forward to getting my own machine.
Jeff
Looks excellent and the paint really brings out the lines of that hull. 
10-20-2014, 02:38 PM
#16
Thread Starter
Thanks everyone.
@ Rex Ross - Sorry I don't have any more pic's of the Tarp'. I made a frame then covered it with a fine mesh I got from a craft shop. I then I covered it with a sheet of tissue paper (the kind they wrap gifts in), damped it down with watered PVA and folded it into shape. Left it a few days to dry then gave it a several coats of varnish to stiffen it up.
@ edoubleaz - there's a couple of things I want to change to make it easier to build, also I want to do a IR version which'll have a basic fighting compartment (no need for a tarp).
@ Imex-Erik - its in PLA, I know it has its drawbacks but I'm still learning about 3d printing. My printer can easily be converted to print Nylon but I want to see what problems other people have (if any) before I start messing with my printer.
@ Rex Ross - Sorry I don't have any more pic's of the Tarp'. I made a frame then covered it with a fine mesh I got from a craft shop. I then I covered it with a sheet of tissue paper (the kind they wrap gifts in), damped it down with watered PVA and folded it into shape. Left it a few days to dry then gave it a several coats of varnish to stiffen it up.
@ edoubleaz - there's a couple of things I want to change to make it easier to build, also I want to do a IR version which'll have a basic fighting compartment (no need for a tarp).
@ Imex-Erik - its in PLA, I know it has its drawbacks but I'm still learning about 3d printing. My printer can easily be converted to print Nylon but I want to see what problems other people have (if any) before I start messing with my printer.
10-21-2014, 05:08 AM
#17
PLA is great actually, I enjoy the popcorn smell too. The only issue I have with PLA is smoothing as it must be done with a very dangerous chemical. Otherwise it was very nice to print with.
10-21-2014, 06:44 AM
#18
Thread Starter
I find it easier to just scrape a bit of knifing putty over the surface then give it a quick sanding. It seems to give it a bit of extra strength as it helps bond the layers together.
10-21-2014, 06:48 AM
#20
Very VERY nice! Saw your photos on the FB RC Tanks group page but these larger photos really show off your skills. I lament the others here that this & the Lee/Grant have yet to see the light of day as kits.
10-29-2014, 03:23 PM
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I purchased the Three piece transmission cover, and am very happy with it. Some auto spot putty makes quick work of the surface texture, and it is made to fit perfectly to the Mato hull.
Thanks. this three piece transmission cover is a welcome addition.
Thanks. this three piece transmission cover is a welcome addition.
