Ryefield Models M1240A1 M-ATV

[Jim R]

Hi Bob
That chassis has come together well. Looks to have fine detail. The engine is really nice. Will you be having it on show in the finished model?
Jim

[Mr Bowcat]

Cheers Jim.

I hope to. From what I can tell the kit can be built with the doors and bonnet either open or closed. I'm hoping to see if I can modify it with added hinges so it's all workable.

[adt70hk]

Bob

That engine is almost a work of art in itself, let alone the rest of the kit.

Very well done indeed.

Andrew

[Mr Bowcat]

Cheers Andrew.

[Mr Bowcat]

Morning all.

Small update on this, I installed the engine, transmission and prop shaft into the chassis. This was a tricky endeavour and involved some time and swearing, but I managed to get it all together without breaking anything off.

The chassis has had a first pass with Tamiya panel liner to highlight the various bolts and parts, it will later have dust and sand added, and I may apply some scratching and chipping to the underside, bumpers and ladder.

[adt70hk]

Bob

That is coming on very nicely indeed. Great work so far.

Andrew

[Mr Bowcat]

Cheers Andrew.

On to the interior next, lots of lovely PE racking to build.

[papa 695]

This is going to be one seriously great kit.

[Mr Bowcat]

As long as I don't screw it up Ian.

[Mark1]

Looking real good so far.

[Mr Bowcat]

Cheers Mark.

[scottie3158]

Bob,
Now that is looking seriously good mate. Keep it going.

[Mr Bowcat]

Cheers Paul.

[Jim R]

Hi Bob
That is looking good. It's always a great relief to get the chassis square and the engine in place.
Jim

[Mr Bowcat]

Cheers Jim.

I spent some time over the weekend getting the PE racks for the radio gear together and painted. Very fiddly but they look great when finished. I will get some pics up soon.