Tamiya Tiger (re)build)

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maxmekker
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Tamiya Tiger (re)build)

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Scored this FO TT for about 120 dollars. built and shelfed by former owner .

Had a few weeks to do the following

Added gear reductions , Henntec idler , DKLM gearbox brace , going to be running a Clark tk60 ore 80 so recoil unit is rewired for that .

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Not sure on the paint scheme yet, but the wheels are pritty much done and weathered

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Re: Tamiya Tiger (re)build)

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That's a bargain price, for a Tiger 1, Stian- especially one that appeared to be in good condition. It now sounds fantastic, and the reduction gears have given this Tamiya impressive, authentic-looking, slow movement.
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Re: Tamiya Tiger (re)build)

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Looking and sounding great so far! I’m looking forward to the end result.
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Very impressive build Stian You are the master of chipping and weathering
Tanks alot.... :wave:
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not much happening , but managed to get a start on the DG color and rusted exhaust parts ( base color for chipping )

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heavy protection :crazy:
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Very interesting colors. I assume the mask is for these particular paints? Coming out nice
Tanks alot.... :wave:
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I think you got some winter white-wash overspray on your chin by mistake mate................ :shifty: :shh:
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Re: Tamiya Tiger (re)build)

Post by Soeren »

Has there been any progress here ? *cough*
Looking for some inspiration. ;)
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