Simon T Memorial GB: Nov-Feb 2020. Chat thread

[Strenko J]

This my choice for resurrection of another old kit that i started back when I was very very very very young,,, (I’m sure the rabble will contain themselves with the old man jokes...but maybe not)

put this kit back in the box apparently and it’s not seen daylight until now... much needed detailing and scratchery to come

 

[Lee Drennen]

Joe. I love those old Tamiya kits glad you brought it out. I’m not commenting on the old part I have crossed over there my self.

 

[monica]

Monica. I will be glad to add you. John said he sold some Armor kits to Simon the other day you may want to look at one of those kits. John said the arrival the day he passed away. John posted this early here.

ya i did read that ,must go back and look ta,

 

[Tim Marlow]

I know it’s bending the rules a bit, but I think we should allow Rick to include his tanker truck build in this group tribute if he wants to. It’s being constructed for exactly the same reason, a memorial to Simon, but was started before the group build was up and running. What do you think Ian/mods?

 

[adt70hk]

I know it’s bending the rules a bit, but I think we should allow Rick to include his tanker truck build in this group tribute if he wants to. It’s being constructed for exactly the same reason, a memorial to Simon, but was started before the group build was up and running. What do you think Ian/mods?

Indeed. Would seem a little bit churlish in the circumstances.

 

[rtfoe]

I think Rick's in the list.

Cheers,
Richard

 

[Deleted member 7181]

I have something in mind for this, although similar to Ron, it's just a pile of scraps at the minute!

I mentioned scratch building on off-road buggy for my Roadtrain dio, but ruled it out as being a step too far. However, in memory of Simon I reckon I should push myself to have a go, since his scratch work was amazing, and if the process edges me even a fraction closer to his level, it'll be worth it.

I can but try, although in the words of the Jedi Master in his avatar - "Do or do not, there is no try!"

 

[Lee Drennen]

I know it’s bending the rules a bit, but I think we should allow Rick to include his tanker truck build in this group tribute if he wants to. It’s being constructed for exactly the same reason, a memorial to Simon, but was started before the group build was up and running. What do you think Ian/mods?

I asked Rick H earlier in the first thread if he wants join. It’s not this thread it’s the Suggestion thread. He told me that he wants to do that one on his own. He said he will build another one here. If you looked he is on the list. If you go to the Suggestion thread you will see our conversation

 

[Lee Drennen]

I think Rick's in the list.

Cheers,
Richard

Yes he is

 

[Lee Drennen]

Andrew. That would be nice Simon liked to push you out of your comfort zone because he knew you could do it. Simon had a eye for Modelers who could and couldn’t do things. I think you will do fine.

 

[Jim F]

Hi Lee,

In memory of Simon, I will be building a totally new F-108 cable reel trailer for the V2 Rocket. I've binned the old one and will be using the following,

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I'll only be using the trailer without the sides as a base, the rest will be scratched from Evergreen. It should end up looking like this,

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Allen

Hi Allen
Have you got enough reels?
Regards Jim

 

[Lee Drennen]

I just want to make something clear. There are some people I personally asked to join the GB and some said Yes and others No. If you are wondering where Steve Jones is and why he is not on the list he PM me and said that he and Simon had a project together and it was over 50% done and would rather do a Personal full build Spread of it on his own later. If you have any Questions about the GB please PM me or one of the Mods. Thanks

 

[Mini Me]

Don't know how I missed this but here is my entry........Thought I would do another Zis 5 (not very imaginative, I know) but I will put a spin on this one.......it will be a captured vehicle that has been placed in the Wehrmacht.
Rick H. p.s. in case any one thinks I started this build early....here's another shot of it disassembled. Rick H.

 

[Allen Dewire]

Hi Allen
Have you got enough reels?
Regards Jim

Yes Jim, thank you so much for asking. Your generosity won't be forgotten. The other trailer got binned because it was the wrong dimensions in the compartments. If you look at the pic I posted, your reels are there except a few others that I still have to fill with cable. I will get it right this time. I hope you are doing well and thanks once again Sir...

Allen

 

[Lee Drennen]

Don't know how I missed this but here is my entry........Thought I would do another Zis 5 (not very imaginative, I know) but I will put a spin on this one.......it will be a captured vehicle that has been placed in the Wehrmacht.
Rick H. p.s. in case any one thinks I started this build early....here's another shot of it disassembled. Rick H.View attachment 400442View attachment 400439

Rick. That will work. When it’s time to start the GB post your unassembled pic in your build thread first thanks

 

[Mini Me]

Correctomundo Lee.

 

[Jakko]

As I told Lee in a private message, I have been thinking about joining, but I’m undecided. I want to, but I have too many other things I want to actually finish — and am doing everything but that as it is. To make it a proper SimonT tribute, IMHO a model needs to have a lot of corrections put in, and that’s exactly the kind of thing I’m not really looking forward to doing at the moment.

However, I might jump in later, when my M113 is finished (which I should really get back to, as it’s for another group build that ends in about six weeks’ time). We’ll see …

 

[JR]

Rick. That will work. When it’s time to start the GB post your unassembled pic in your build thread first thanks

One problem Lee, .................... Ricks going to paint it in German colours, what ever next !

 

[Lee Drennen]

Jakko. We would love to have you jump in at anytime.

John. Sorry but everything can’t be 4BO I’m sure Rick will due it justice with that Beautiful German color he uses.

 

[Mini Me]

One problem Lee, .................... Ricks going to paint it in German colours, what ever next !

JR, I promise, I promise it will have a coat of 4BO before I give it to the "Krauts"......after that, its up to them