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Old 02-18-2017, 08:36 AM
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To the Cromwell - Dahlink, you look Mahvelous, simply Mahvelous.

Your attention to detail never ceases to amaze me, Tom. She looks great, as all your builds do, and I can't wait to see some video of that Puppy in action.

I've been thinking about this, and I think the best compliment I can offer to Tom is this ... "That man makes me want to build better tanks".

You really do inspire, Tom, and I hope you never stop.
Old 02-19-2017, 07:29 AM
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Ditto!
Old 03-30-2017, 02:09 AM
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Not to let wibbly and 43rr have all the British tank fun, I've got the electrics sorted and a wonderful sound package from Mr Sollie.

I'll let the video do the talking!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpBZYGU1aeg
Old 03-30-2017, 04:59 AM
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Fantatsic!
Old 04-09-2017, 08:04 AM
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First run of the Cromwell on grass. Wasn't sure how well rear sprockets and metal tracks would go, but pleasantly surprised. Thrashed around happily and no sign of tracks walking off. Tk-60 on 3s gave plenty of power and lovely sound. Thanks Stian Sollie


https://youtu.be/VEmQCEi98HY
Old 04-09-2017, 08:39 AM
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Just like its supposed to... Great Job!!
Old 05-01-2017, 02:58 AM
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Hey folks, it's been a while since I worked one the Cromwell. Whilst I'm waiting for the weathering materials for the firefly I thought I'd get started on painting.

Primed with tamiya fine surface primer, and then a coat of gunship grey. Unfortunately something reacted.

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Next up after much searching I found a tank to base the markings on.

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Markings are a mixture of dry rub, decals and freehand work

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Old 05-01-2017, 02:58 AM
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Old 05-01-2017, 02:59 AM
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Brother! you do me proud! Excellent!!!

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