Tools for working on your tanks

[SEAN66]

Hi all
I've tried to search this but to no avail. I bought a Heng Long Chally 2 before Christmas.
after testing it I put it back in the box deciding I didn't want to ruin it by learning on it.
so I have just managed to get a Stug III (thanks Beirtje) it should be here any day.
then I started thinking of the tools I might need.
I have lots of mini screwdrivers, socket and nut sets. I have a Dremel. but looking on some of the builds some have other tools.
not sure how much id need but thinking
stand to turn dremel into drill
soldering iron
spray paint set as the basics?
can anyone think of anything i might need before starting?
most of it will have to be bought and shipped in at the moment as all non essential shops are shut down in Bavaria.
regards
sean

[silversurfer1947]

A pin vice and a set of carbide PCB drill bits, or even 2 sets as they break very easily. A good modelling knife. I use Swan and Morton no 3 scalpels.

[43rdRecceReg]

There have been several discussions before in other threads; but in this one (below) you'll find some useful suggestions. As Richard said, the pin vice is something a must, and I would also suggest that a decent razor saw, and some quality side (sprue) cutters should also be in any modeller's toolbox. A set of needle files would also be indispensable
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[PainlessWolf]

Good Morning,
You will be working with resin so the Pin Vice ( Yankee Drill ) and a reliable plastic saw with interchangeable blades is a Must!
regards,
Painless

[Jarlath]

Some simple items that you usually want for any serious alterations.

• Corded Dremel/Rotary tool
• Thin razor saw & mitre block
• Good X-Acto blades & handles (large and small, also with fine sawblades
• A steel ruler (A must!)
• Small drill set & pin vice
• Small alligator clips/clamps for assembly
• Sandpaper & files
• Good cutters
• Tweezers & small needlenose
• Good lighting!!!

After that you can get into some higher end tools

• Soldering Station (such as a Weller WS-81)
• Rotary Tool Drillpress (such as a DREMEL 220-01 WorkStation)
• Hobby Electric Saw (such as a MicroLux Mini Miter / Cut-Off Saw)
• Cordless rotary tool (like a Dremel #8050)
• Hobby sized Shear (such as a MicroMark Mini Metal Shear)

[jarndice]

If you are buying Exacto or Swann & Morton blades (Ref Number 0102 for a box of 100) you will discover that they blunt very quickly,
Buy an Oil Stone and they will last for a great deal longer, The Oil Stone obviously has many household uses.
If you want to make your joints permanent but removable then you will need M3/M4 nuts, bolts and washers (http://www.modelfixings.com) (http://www.prime-miniatures.co.uk) which means Nutspinners and spanners as well as taps and dies.
If you insist on using Superglue you will need a Debonder,
Your Partners Dressing table is a (Covet) source of Emery Boards which are very fine abrasive tools and unlike modelling files they can be cut to shape and are disposable.
Don't forget if you buy a Dremel Drill stand (Strongly Recommended) You will need a Machine Vice.

[Black Knight]

Don't forget to buy some self-gripping tweezers (the type that cross over so you actually have to squeeze them to drop an item!)

[jarndice]

Centre Punch, Toffee Hammer, Various grips including pin hole pliers and a pack of different types of Tweezers, 1mm and 3mm Plasticard, Milliput and Green Putty.

[jimbo_wa]

Asbestos fingers and bloody good eyesight helps too...


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[Jimster]

A shop-vac with pantyhose stretched over the hose to find and pick up that damned detail part you dropped on the floor and can’t find because you’re half blind and too stiff to bend over for very long.