The stamped wheels definitely suit the SU-100 better, glad to see you get the Trumpeter rims on.
I've done (and redone, and never finished) the same T-34 kit, it's a good match for the Taigen chassis. I used 0.5 mm styrene shims on the tops of the sponsons and either side of the rear plate, everything else was a perfect fit (including the Heng Long turret rotation ring. I'm planning to get back to mine once I get these wheels sorted. Hopefully for the last time, this time!
HERMAN BIX wrote:Did the Taigen wheel show up yet Mr Raminator ?
Still no sign! What have they done with it?
General Jumbo01 wrote:Just had confirmation from Dave at Forgebear that he is happy to get Taigen T34 tyres in as required for anyone who is doing a build. Just go to his website shop and ask. I guess this would apply to other types too! Mine are in the post
Nice, that'll definitely be helpful. When Australia Post pulls their finger out I'll confirm if the Heng Long and Taigen tyres are the same, I can adjust the designs if needed. I'm unsure how robust the printed tyres will be, but once I've got everything dialled in I'll have to do some R/C testing. It's tough work but someone's got to do it!
On that note, the heater in the printer enclosure makes all the difference. I've got some very crisp prints with the clear Siraya Tech resin, they look great.
There'll be some cleanup required around the back sides of the wheels where the supports attach, but it's no worse than removing sprue gates and certainly preferable to ejection pin marks. It's hard to photograph these things since they're clear, I'll have to give them a coat of primer so they're easier to see.
