Tamiya 56030 KV-2 Build/Project
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Latest update: as I won't be using this as an RC model, I want to add more detail than comes stock out of the box. I have fore-gone the led light (wires are too thick etc) in lieu of making the wiring more accurate, as per the real thing.
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A few more little updates using one of the Aber PE upgrade sets (machine gun and grills). I've used poly cement and a stippling brush to try to get a cast/rough affect on the front (just hope it looks ok after painting!!). Will do all of it obviously
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Latest update:
Some Aber details. And I have scratch-built the fender supports to make them a lot thinner than the stock Tamiya ones. I used 0.5mm plasticard. And then placed individual bolts/nuts where needed.
Some Aber details. And I have scratch-built the fender supports to make them a lot thinner than the stock Tamiya ones. I used 0.5mm plasticard. And then placed individual bolts/nuts where needed.
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Nice work!!!
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Thank you for the comments - appreciated! :O)
Latest small update is bringing the tank to the final stages before she gets a coat or five of paint.
Not really sure how to explain what I have done...but hopefully the pictures will help...
Latest small update is bringing the tank to the final stages before she gets a coat or five of paint.
Not really sure how to explain what I have done...but hopefully the pictures will help...
#39
Looks good. You closed the gaps!!!
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Applied the primer to the hull at last. I'm not too happy with the casting texture (or lack of) and this was especially evident on the turret. I went over the primer with glue and stippled - this gave a pretty good effect. I think I will do the same with the hull too.
#43
Grabbin' the popcorn for this one!
(very nice)
Jeff
(very nice)
Jeff
#44
With the primer on it we can really see the detail you put into this!!! Looks good.
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Sorry Double post, sometimes the lag just bites!!!
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Thanks guys
So ran into a detail issue when I installed the drive sprockets...the stock rock-guards are nowhere near long enough and don't protrude enough towards the hub. I've cut them in two and inserted some plasticard to extend them. The pics show the comparisons.
So ran into a detail issue when I installed the drive sprockets...the stock rock-guards are nowhere near long enough and don't protrude enough towards the hub. I've cut them in two and inserted some plasticard to extend them. The pics show the comparisons.
#48
Looks good with the green on!!!