Well, there hasn't been a build thread in a while, so since I am building a new tank, why not!
I am going to back date the Tamiya kit to a late SEP or early OCT '44 version of the G variant. Here is a list of some of the changes to the kit:
1. delete the gas panel on the turret roof
2. delete the IR mount on the turret
3. Smaller idler wheel
4. curved mantler
5. delete the flame reducing exhaust and add the single exhaust with the heat shield
6. Delete the crew heater
7. No Zimm!
here is the basic hull , engine deck vent w/screen, and the single stack exhaust with heat shield.
