Hooben T-55A Build

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Martin2556
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Hooben T-55A Build

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My latest build is a Hooben T-55A, photos below of my progress to date.
Adding some extra detailing etc
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Re: Hooben T-55A Build

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Thats an incredible level of detail Mr 2556, simply amazing.
I will move this to the modern builds section for consistency.
Looking forward to the next series of pics, top job :thumbup:
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Re: Hooben T-55A Build

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Thanks Herman 👍
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T-55s are entirely too rare. This looks fantastic, thus far.
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Good start, I enjoyed mine when I had it!
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Thanks Guys 👍
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Some photos of the lower hull modifications.
I’ve watched a lot of videos of the full size T-55’s when in motion & noticed how soft the suspension is.
The model sits to high & the suspension is to hard.
I've modified the suspension, it’s now a lot softer & I’ve corrected the ride height.
The tank should be a lot more realistic when on the move.
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Some more progress on the T-55.
I’ve fitted the fuel tanks & fuel lines.
I decided to paint the fuel tank locations on the hull & the sides & backs of the fuel tanks themselves prior to fitting as it would be difficult to get the paint into the small gaps after they were fitted.

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Those tiny details are great :)
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I'm liking those teeny-tiny rubber fuel line hose clips and all of the electrical conduit and junction housings. How the heck are you making those clips? Fabulous surface detail!

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