Panther G antenna position

[michaelwhittmann]

Based on the Tiger and King Tiger ; is this the correct location???

[Panzermechaniker]

Yes the LHS location is correct for a standard Panther. BefelsPanthers had a second antenna at the centre rear in an insulated armored base

[michaelwhittmann]

THx Panzermechaniker (cool moniker).

I'll move it.

It's getting rid of the metal post that's problemmatic.

[HERMAN BIX]

Grab the stub with a good set of pliers, push against the plastic and pull .

Or, open the hull and heat the area with a flame and then pull it out.
Fill the hole with putty and paint match it

[Panzermechaniker]

As Mr. Bix says open the hull and hold it upside down but if you aren't sure about using a flame just heat the inside metal end of the antenna stub with a soldering iron and use vise grips attached on the outer side of the hull stub and the weight of them will just make it fall out once it reaches a certain temp. I was scared at first it might melt the plastic but no issues at all

[michaelwhittmann]

Stubborn little sucker.

I pulled it; it started lifting the whole panel.
So I gave up.

I have a dremel tool. Hopefully it will yield.

Is there any other low hanging fruit I can work on?

As always I appreciate your expertise and advise.

[HERMAN BIX]

You could make some spare track holders for the rear links that are all joined together and held on my gravity/ slots in the hull.
C shaped brackets that have pins & chains holding the red links in place should be there instead,

And make some track drops for the turret flanks .
Looks great and easy to do using paper clips bent into shape. If you have spare track available of course.

Make schurzen!! Simple rectangular plates and basic L shaped mounts glued under the hull side fender runs.
That will keep you off the streets for a while !!

[HERMAN BIX]

Oh, and lids for the rear stowage bins. Again an easy fix with some suitable shaped material and some rough enough hinges & clasps.

[Panzermechaniker]

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