Originally Posted by
RichJohnson
You lucked out, jump on Bowlmans offer. There are so few upper hulls out there. That and the rear panel seems to be the most common missing major part.
Having many leoaprd 1 tanks here and building up 6 of them I have learned alot and where and how to source or make spare parts. The 3d print version is an option albeit a long last resort.
Good luck with your project. is it going to be a Ukrainian one?
I jumped on Jimmy’s offer. check’s in the mail so to speak. I’m so relieved by his help and really all of you for chiming in. I don’t expect to start on this until I have all the mechanics and electronics figured out and purchased but I’ll keep you all apprised. some aftermarket parts are in need judging by the quality of the molding of some parts (like that little light plate in the rear that has a white cross on it that all German vehicles use) or lack of detail. I’m excited to get to work on it.
yes, I’ve been lurking around here for a bit of time and follow your Leo 1 builds. beautiful work, btw. inspired me to buy an old “motorized” Tamiya 1/35 Leo 1 (early type) to convert to RC. so it’s sitting by waiting too. as for the Gepard, I’m thinking ‘70s Bundeswehr to match the pre-NATO camo period the original release came as. but I struggle with these decisions until I’m locked in.