Johnny

A new model on the conveyr belt
The Japanese tank Typ97-Shinhoto Chi-ha.

The frame.


Started skinning the frame.

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Before adding the top skin I cut out all the small stripes in the air inlets and made a black net underneath.I was thinking that it would look better that way,and it did


Then I put on the rest of the skins.


Rear and front closeup

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alan2525

Looks like the new build is off to a good start there! Did you pause for breath after completing the old Austin Armoured Car?

Nice choice of subject too, it's unusual to see Japanese Armoured Vehicle models. Is this another Draf Model kit?

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I had a days break

This is a kit from Model-Hobby, but I have the frames and tracks from Draf

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The turret was to be made tonight.

Frames from Draf made it quick to assemble the structure.


Adding the skins was easy.Every part fitted 100%


The hatch was made of several parts.3 parts made the bottom structure.and 13 parts to make the top.


And we have a turret.


Some closeups.




Placed the almost finished turret on top of the hull.


There are a few items left on the turret,but I'll wait with those details til the end since I have a nasty habit of making small fragile things fall off....

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The second mudguard is in place.


Also added some details at the rear end.


And in between I'm preparing parts for the drive wheels.

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The drivewheel.

One drivewheel done!
The parts


And assembled

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I have been working with details here and there during the last couple of days.
Been working on parts for the suspension and other bodyparts.

Finished the hinges on the front hatches.


The main spring for the four center leading wheels.


Details from unnderneath


The rear lights and a hook. Note the nice weathering on the bolts on the left side!


Cover over the front drive wheel.OMG I can spot a white stripe there!! That bloody digital faultfinder!!


Some of the finished parts for the right side center suspension


The rear belt adjustment


Front drive axel


My last shift today!! Now I'm off for 3 weeks vacation
See you when I'm back!!
Behave and take care

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Johnny

Lately I have been working on wheels and parts for the suspension.

Parts for two sets of wheels


The first two wheels assembled


The four inner front and rear leading wheels.


The two adjustable rear wheels


Four of the center wheels


The front and rear suspension arms.


The finished parts....still have 14 wheels left.....


All wheel parts fitted 100%, it's a bit time consuming though....to get all 24 wheels finished.

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This night i have been cutting out the parts for the remaining 12 wheels....


So now I'm onto some serious edgepainting.......

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