Leopard 2A6 Restoration

[Ad Lav]

I'll try this later - didn't realise it did it like the real one!

[SteelBird]

Next job was to install a set of DKLM metal gears:

Hi, where did you get this gearbox and how much did it cost you? You change all gears to metal?

[tomhugill]

Next job was to install a set of DKLM metal gears:

Hi, where did you get this gearbox and how much did it cost you? You change all gears to metal?

There is no need to, it's the gears further down the drive train which are under the most stress. The hybrid of gears is strong and quiet.

[KTRob]

Next job was to install a set of DKLM metal gears:

Hi, where did you get this gearbox and how much did it cost you? You change all gears to metal?

There is no need to, it's the gears further down the drive train which are under the most stress. The hybrid of gears is strong and quiet.

Hi Steelbird, like Tom says there's no need for an all metal gearbox. its the final drives that go after a while.

These came from DKLM RC: http://www.dklmrc.com/Steel_gears_for_T ... 23237.aspx

I got mine 2nd hand off ebay

Now Iv'e run the tank I can confirm they are quiet and the tank seems fairly unstoppable

I have managed to apply a fresh set of decals, and give the tank an all over spray of ts80 flat clear.

A few pics from local proving ground:







I have bought the AK NATO weathering set, has anyone used this who could offer some tips on how to get the best out of it?

http://ak-interactive.com/v2/?product=n ... hering-set

Rob

[palepainter]

Really looks great in the natural environment. That turret does look tight. Nice job.

[KTRob]

Thanks Palepainter, I like to take them outside for a pic if I can, where I live is totally flat and kind of bleak so it suits a tank.

The turrets a real work of art by Tamiya, very complex and certainly a tight squeeze.

[tomhugill]

Hey rob I used the ak weathering set on mine, some pictures are here

http://www.rctankregiment.com/rctankfor ... =78&t=4568

[tankmad]

I never weathered my Leo2 before I sold it but wished I had I later weathered the first Leo and it turned out better
http://www.tankworld.co.uk/leopard2.html
http://www.tankworld.co.uk/leopard%201.html
I just used a couple of washes on it mainly.
Stevie

[Ad Lav]

Looks very smart on the move. Good pics.

[KTRob]

Hey rob I used the ak weathering set on mine, some pictures are here

http://www.rctankregiment.com/rctankfor ... =78&t=4568

I never weathered my Leo2 before I sold it but wished I had I later weathered the first Leo and it turned out better
http://www.tankworld.co.uk/leopard2.html
http://www.tankworld.co.uk/leopard%201.html
I just used a couple of washes on it mainly.
Stevie

Thanks guys, if I can get mine to look half as good as those, I'll be well chuffed

Looks very smart on the move. Good pics.

Thanks Ad Lav, I'm pleased with how it turned out.

I have to say this tank is good fun to drive, the big motors give it enough power to climb over most things