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davetwin wrote:Nemesis wrote:As you know I have been correcting this as I go and the next issue was the tracks. The issue was with the guide horns, they are too tall, rounded at the top and no slots, so I replaced them with a decent aftermarket set. Can I ask where you purchased the guide horns from, they look so much better Welsh Dragon Models. They are a complete set of tracks by Taigen, not cheap but worth it. I also replaced the spare track on the turret, again Taigen and from Welsh Dragon. Sprockets, idlers, barrel, muzzle brake and all interior decals came from them. Hope that helps davetwin.
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Some more done. Sides fitted and a test fit of the firewall to check the paint line.  Fire extinguisher done with aftermarket decal as the kit doesn't supply them. Turret basket floor is completed.  Turret basket now ready for the fun bit, weathering and detailing!!   
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Daran The detailing this one is really good. When complete does this model have the option of lift of parts like the turret top so you can still see all this incredible detail? Happy modelling Tony Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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I have seen them on another forum and they have left it so you can take the roof of the turret.
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That would be good as a real shame to seal away all that effort never to be seen again. Happy modelling Tony Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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Nice work, can see this is turning into a great kit, I have the hard decision of where to put this in my build order
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Hi Nemesis, enjoying seeing the come together... very nice indeed...  Regards Alan
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Well I had to do it!! So I test fitted the 88mm assembly and the turret walls. They are not a good fit!! But when I come to fit them proper I will spend a bit more time and I am sure I can sort it!!   
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Spot the difference!!!   I am not sealing this up, the upper hull will be able to lift off so the interior can be seen, and the same with the turret, also the pillars look horrible and hide detail, so Dremmel time tomorrow, turret roof and turret ring will get the same treatment.
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Turret roof pillars are done, but there is more filler work to do as most of the holes are not used, and being as I have made this a June 44 Tiger, NO ROOF BEAMS!! I have left the front 2 supports in the turret ring as they are not in the way being next to the main gun, and cannot be seen easily. Also they are part of the gun supports, so thought it best to leave them alone!! I have assembled the main parts of the upper hull, and with help from Mr Surfacer 500, no seam lines!!!  Test fit of the upper hull, its huge!!! 
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Very nice indeed
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Hi Nem, Lovely work, Latest full kit on Ebay just went for £321. They must be getting rarer as price rising with each one that appears. Keep up the good work,really enjoying this diary. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Nice work Nem Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Thanks Andy, Dave and Del for your comments. It does have a few issues, but nothing that is too serious and I am enjoying building the Tiger.
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Turret roof and turret ring mods finished.
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Bit of scratch building. The counter balance arm is missing off of the main gun, and the chain ends in mid air! Out came the plasticard!!!     Might not be 100% accurate, but it works for me!!
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Great work Nem, she really is a huge beast of a kit and the detail is really starting to show..... .. Keep the pics coming... Regards Alan
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Hi Nem, Looking good a really great build, you are very skilled with the painting keep sending Nem. Regards Trev. Work in progress: Tombstone (Scratch) - San Francisco 2. -The Mayflower ( scratch by plan).
OcCre- Santa-Maria (Kit).
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So after much deliberation and cogitation, I have decided to base my build on Will Fey's Tiger 134 in Normandy. I have started with the wheels.
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Lovely build so far and those wheels look Fab Steve
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