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Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Markings and Details
Posted: Mon Feb 29, 2016 2:28 pm
by ALPHA
By the way Uncarina....I posted this for Barry....you might find it useful as well...I used it when doing my M1
http://olivier.carneau.free.fr/gb_version/index.htm
Lots of really good photos for reference on all types of modern tanks
ALPHA
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Markings and Details
Posted: Mon Feb 29, 2016 3:05 pm
by ALPHA
scalawag wrote:ALPHA wrote:scalawag wrote:In which case would you mind sending me a PM with the link please.
Thanks
Paul
If you're not in a rush like I was when I found them...you might contact Forgebear...think he mentioned to me he might get some in ...I also think the shipping from him would be much better than ordering from the contact I used....
ALPHA
PS, Sorry Uncarina for Off Topicing your thread

So I will take that as a no then. Doesn't look as though it would matter if I was in a rush. Thanks for nothing ALPHA, very unhelpful and not really in the spirit of this forum in my opinion.
The type 10 is being picked up on Wednesday, but I think now I will just PM a select few with any details about it or where I buy bits for it from as that seems to be the accepted form here now.
Sorry Uncarina for letting this stray into your thread.
Paul
PM sent
ALPHA
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Markings and Details
Posted: Mon Feb 29, 2016 3:51 pm
by philipat
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 3:30 am
by Uncarina
Here is a belated update--I've been busy scratchbuilding and painting:
--added the spare wheels and sprocket after drilling out the bolt holes, and added appropriate weathering;
--scratchbuilt the extra jerrycan holder, and installed the water containers in each via Shapeways. These cans had a slightly pinkish hue, so I added some red to the CARC color;
--scratchbuilt the folding cots using sprue (and The Chopper, a valuable addition to my tool set), and lead foil to represent the canvas;
--added the battery cables to the starboard smoke grenade mount (it has a hull, so I am using nautical terms);
--scratchbuilt the tent using Apoxie sculpt and Tamiya tape for the straps;
--upgraded the optics via iridescent film with a red hue.
Next: the ammo boxes, then I hope to move on to the hull!
Cheers, Tom

Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 6:28 am
by HERMAN BIX
Most very excellent

Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 8:31 am
by ALPHA
Looking good Uncarina
Top notch detailing
ALPHA
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 10:37 am
by BarryC
Tom,
Very nice work

the added details are giving her a personality.
I all most posted a "request" for an update yesterday, seems you read my mind!
Cheers,
Barry
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 2:42 pm
by Uncarina
scalawag wrote:Very nice indeed mate, great work.
Thanks! More than I expected, and I'm looking forward to the before and after photo comparison at the end of this build.
Cheers, Tom
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 2:43 pm
by Uncarina
HERMAN BIX wrote:Most very excellent

Thank you!
Cheers, Tom
Re: M1A1 Thunder Run: Turret Upgrades
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 2:46 pm
by Uncarina
ALPHA wrote:Looking good Uncarina
Top notch detailing
ALPHA
ALPHA,
Thank you for your generous feedback throughout the build, and for that reference photo; I've used it quite a bit, since I only have four to go by!
Cheers, Tom