Bob's 2nd build and yes its a StuG. Tamiya 1/35 Ausf G plus extras

[BattleshipBob]

Building nicely Bob. Every small bit of detail lifts the build higher. Great stuff.

Thank you Tim

Need to decide how much PE to use??

Hi Bob

Try a tip from NightShift, just a CA glue remover on a cotton bud!

I use black CA now so I can do the removal easier too!!

Looking good either way Bob, and a little extra weathering always covers a multitude of sins LOL

Have fun

Steve H

Evening Steve

Thats a good tip, planning to do a tired old beast, will try to use a 3D tool clamp to see how i get on, nails are nice and long, for now!

[BattleshipBob]

LOOKIN good Bob is this the one with the bolt missing as i get mixed up on tanks they all look the same to me an NOW IM IN TROUBLE LOL
CHRIS

Look the same Chris!!!, extra homework for you sir!

It is going to be a Miag build but out of the build dates for the missing centre bolt. The Takom StuG is the build i am doing with the missing bolt, and you remembered!

[BattleshipBob]

Ok chaps been fighting the good fight with a bit of PE.

Added the angle metal attaching the front of the superstructure to the hull


On the rear i have attempted to show that the axe is missing, used 2 parts from the PE and for the first time a 3D clamp in the open position.

Not up to manys standards but as PE and myself do not get on, not to bad in my eyes, would appreciate honest, warts and all feedback!!

The 3D clamp is well detailed but fragile.

[Steve Jones]

You know the handle/tie loops on the side panel in your last photo? I have seen several examples on the Ausf D of crew putting the S clamps, shovels and axes in there. Might be worth a thought for your axe to add a bit of interest

[BattleshipBob]

You know the handle/tie loops on the side panel in your last photo? I have seen several examples on the Ausf D of crew putting the S clamps, shovels and axes in there. Might be worth a thought for your axe to add a bit of interest

Hi Steve

Do you mean the lifting thingies on the air intakes and compartment sides?

Good idea, will try not to wreck the axe getting the moulded clamps off lol

Do you think the pe looks ok?? Be honest sir

Bob

[Graeme C.]

Looks good to me Bob, nice bit of etch work.

[Steve Jones]

Do you mean the lifting thingies on the air intakes and compartment sides?

Yeah. these things



As you know they are on the front of the Ausf D

PE looks great. Keep it comin my friend

[adt70hk]

Looking good Bob!

Just started dabbling with large scale PE for the first time on my North Africa vignette and like you I'm struggling with excess PE..

Like Steve I have seen Night Shift use CA debonder successfully but need to order some. I did read somewhere that acetone is the main ingredient and so might give nail polish remover a try instead - I have plenty as I had to buy my own supply after my wife and daughter took exception to my repeated use of theirs!!:sad:

ATB

Andrew

[BattleshipBob]

Looks good to me Bob, nice bit of etch work.

Thanks Graeme appreciated, small steps lol, many parts are far too small for my peepers!

Yeah. these things

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As you know they are on the front of the Ausf D

PE looks great. Keep it comin my friend

Thanks Steve, great idea!!

Looking good Bob!

Just started dabbling with large scale PE for the first time on my North Africa vignette and like you I'm struggling with excess PE..

Like Steve I have seen Night Shift use CA debonder successfully but need to order some. I did read somewhere that acetone is the main ingredient and so might give nail polish remover a try instead - I have plenty as I had to buy my own supply after my wife and daughter took exception to my repeated use of theirs!!:sad:

ATB

Andrew

By them a bucket of it for xmas, should go down well!

Thanks Andrew, PE still gives me the shakes lol

[Tim Marlow]

Etch looks great Bob. Cleanly applied and straight. What more does it need to be

[BattleshipBob]

Etch looks great Bob. Cleanly applied and straight. What more does it need to be

Thanks Tim, still have issues getting the PE to stick first time, but will get there!

[Lee Drennen]

Bob. Very nice updates looking great

[BattleshipBob]

Bob. Very nice updates looking great

Cheers, Lee, hope you are better?

[adt70hk]

Hi Bob

Meant to ask, what CA are you using? Normal DIY/craft stuff or specialist model stuff? I'm using some extra thin stuff by VMS someone recommended that works well.

ATB

Andrew

[Tim Marlow]

Hey Bob, cyanoacrylate sets in the absence of air and the presence of moisture, so I’ve found holding the part in place and “huffing” on it speeds up setting.