Das Werk 88 Flak on 9t Vomag truck.

[andy55]

Saw this and well, just had to get it. After building the AFV 88, seem to have gained a liking for the 88...
It's all new tooling and the moulding seems to be pretty good. Unfortunately, no ally barrel, which although I'm certain you can get AM, would have been nice if included. Maybe on the next version. Comes with a nice booklet (only with the first version) that gives background, history and the kit it's self. Although the kit part is apparently pre production so not necessarily exactly correct.
The sprue lettering is odd as it goes A to H, then hummm, something near the end of the alphabet. Attached are box art and sprue pics.

Now, where did I put that damned glue.

[Andy T]

Will settle in for this.

If it goes together anything like the tank transporter version I built, you're in for a treat.

[vizenz]

Hello Andy (I like your name!)
I'll be so bold as to sit in the front row.
It's going to be quite a blast. That thing is huge.

Best regards,
Andi

[andy55]

Will settle in for this.

If it goes together anything like the tank transporter version I built, you're in for a treat.

Hoping it will be a treat. Have ginger biscuits, but sorry the custard creams are mine.

Hello Andy (I like your name!)
I'll be so bold as to sit in the front row.
It's going to be quite a blast. That thing is huge.

Best regards,
Andi

Yep not a bad name. It's just over 300mm and 170mm with out riggers extended. Still deciding if to build traveling or firing position. I think probably firing.

[andy55]

Got on quite well this weekend, got the chassis and rear suspension done and primed. As Andy T said it went together well with no surprises. A few places it uses the 45⁰ joint, which personally I'm not keen on. That aside very well molded with parts fitting together nicely.

Now something I've found bit further on which I'm not sure about.

That seems to indicate using 3 lays of PE, there are 6 PE1 so that would fit 3 per side but the chances for lining up 3 pieces.... am I missing something...

[Jim R]

Looks nice Andy. That truck is so ugly but certainly has something that makes it interesting.

[andy55]

Looks nice Andy. That truck is so ugly but certainly has something that makes it interesting.

Ah, so true Jim, the face only a mother could love...

[Andy T]

Ah, so true Jim, the face only a mother could love...

Definitely function over form...

I think you're correct with the pe, but that particular part wasn't on my version. The plastic part, F4, looks like it has a rebate for the etch to sit in, so lining them up with each other might not be an issue.

[andy55]

Definitely function over form...

I think you're correct with the pe, but that particular part wasn't on my version. The plastic part, F4, looks like it has a rebate for the etch to sit in, so lining them up with each other might not be an issue.

Hi Andy, not sure what's happened but I did answer, unless didn't post it.
Not sure about being able to line things up, had a quick measure and there's 13 holes per cm... I also want to put some dents in the PE so would also make lining up difficult. Will have to decide when I get there.

[Andy T]

Ah, I didn't realise it was mesh. I can now that I've zoomed in so understand what you mean.

[scottie3158]

What does the heart symbol under the etch number mean it is not one I am familiar with. It may answer your question.

[Andy T]

What does the heart symbol under the etch number mean it is not one I am familiar with. It may answer your question.

It's used when CA glue is needed.

[scottie3158]

It's used when CA glue is needed.

cheers Andy I don't recall seeing that symbol before.

[andy55]

It's used when CA glue is needed.

Yep, through ducky fit when I first saw it. Is that difficult it'll break my heat if I get it wrong... lol.
Got some more done. Seem to have a lot on at the moment so progress is slow. Got the chassis finished and engine built up, spent a couple of evenings trying to add the injection pipes (not that the engine will be seen) in the end used solder wire. Not great but first time tried doing some like it.

[Allen Dewire]

Morn Andy,

Just saw this thread and it's also a kit that I've wanted since it was released. As to the etch pieces for the drops sides, you might want to try using only one piece and see how it fits in place.. Then you can bash it up a bit and if you mess it up, you have spares to use. The real prob I see is painting it, as the mesh being so fine, might clog up with paint...

I don't know if the extra book has any additional info or if the name Frank Schulz is mentioned in it. He's a German modeller and had a hand in the design/development of the kit. He built the prototype kit of it and wondered too about why they chose 3 sheets of etch mesh for the sides. He also mentioned about making the Mattress blanket to cover the windshield to protect it against the shock when the 88 was fired. Another point made was the re-enforcement ribbing to support the front fenders...

Your build is looking good and I can't wait to see how this develops. I take it you haven't decided on where or which scheme you will be finishing it in. Have fun, Sir...

Prost
Allen