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The Panzer I was fitted with a Krupp M 305 four-cylinder air-cooled petrol engine of 59 horsepower. I am wondering if amongst the huge range of knowledge out there, someone can suggest a sound board with a suitable engine,bearing in mind that there is not much room in the tank . I was thinking about using something for a small scale tank, such as those produced by http://35rctank.com/ However, I am open to suggestions.

It won't help with the soundboard, Richard, but the dedication, detail, and enthusiasm that went into building this working replica will help with the build momentum, perhaps

Thank you. I think that might have been easier than what I am attempting. There are times when, for some inexplicable reason, I take on challenges that are way beyond my abilities. This time it is a Takom Panzer I kit. Before starting, I am trying to acquire all the extras that I shall need, including, I think, some bits from Christian Ludwig. I can already see some problems, e.g. trying to fit fibre optics to the machine guns.

silversurfer1947 wrote:Thank you. I think that might have been easier than what I am attempting. There are times when, for some inexplicable reason, I take on challenges that are way beyond my abilities. This time it is a Takom Panzer I kit. Before starting, I am trying to acquire all the extras that I shall need, including, I think, some bits from Christian Ludwig. I can already see some problems, e.g. trying to fit fibre optics to the machine guns.

One easy solution is to buy a Tamiya MG from Axel. It's easy to fit fibre in one, and to bond the unit in place- as you'll recall from your own Tamiya projects.
I have some spare fibre if you need it. The MG bags aren't expensive, but I couldn't see one in stock just now. UK suppliers ought to be able to order one, though. I know all about rueing challenges. My problem is, taking several on at the same time

I had had a look at various ready assembled machine guns but they were all MG 34s. The Panzer I was equipped with MG13s which had a different profile. https://www.scalemates.com/products/img ... 61-720.jpg
I will have another look though.
You can now get a converted MG34 from Aber at a price https://www.rctank.de/media/image/produ ... gh-end.jpg

Off at a slight tangent. Does anyone know what has happened with Tank modellbau? Everything is still listed but comes up saying there is a minimum order value of 5,800 euros! https://tank-modellbau.de/eng_83/Tiger- ... -with-amor

google translate from their site

Attention company holidays from 13.07.2020 to 14.08.2020 in this period, no orders will be processed.



Due to the high volume of orders, orders from July 4th, 2020 can no longer be accepted until August 14th, 2020! We ask for your understanding.

SS1947,
Good morning! I went through this trying to purchase parts from Tank Modelbau back in May\June and it is because of the Shipping Issues to the States ( that was what he told me when I asked why I had to buy some 6000 euros worth of stuff to get shipping ) Fortunately, Dave and Julie \ Forgebear saved the Day ( as they always seem to do ) by ordering from the sites in Germany and allowing me to pay them and have the parts shipped here to the States from England. A tip of the Fedora to Forgebear!
regards,
Painless

silversurfer1947 wrote:I had had a look at various ready assembled machine guns but they were all MG 34s. The Panzer I was equipped with MG13s which had a different profile. https://www.scalemates.com/products/img ... 61-720.jpg
I will have another look though.
You can now get a converted MG34 from Aber at a price https://www.rctank.de/media/image/produ ... gh-end.jpg

Is that Aber product drilled to accept fibre, then, Richard? I have a 2-piece one from Aber that's purely decorative, and can't be adapted to emit light.

43rdRecceReg wrote:

silversurfer1947 wrote:I had had a look at various ready assembled machine guns but they were all MG 34s. The Panzer I was equipped with MG13s which had a different profile. https://www.scalemates.com/products/img ... 61-720.jpg
I will have another look though.
You can now get a converted MG34 from Aber at a price https://www.rctank.de/media/image/produ ... gh-end.jpg

Is that Aber product drilled to accept fibre, then, Richard? I have a 2-piece one from Aber that's purely decorative, and can't be adapted to emit light.

Yes, it is a modified Aber unit, specifically drilled for fibre optic. I think done by Tank Modellbau as it is listed cheaper there, but you can't purchase! It is expensive, but then the normal Aber unit isn't cheap