yeah they are a good canvas to add extra details too… more work on stowage… stuck the individual parts together (I hope) added the first of 2 fuel can racks on rear fenders and added the gun tarps (hopefully they will look better once painted) - again all done using acrylic binder (a.k.a. VMS Paper Shaper)
I do love a properly stowed up vehicle, looks good so far.
Yeah this storage looks good! Looking forward to seeing how you paint this.
thanks both… probably not going to get round to painting this weekend, have a few extra bits and bobs to add
just wondered if acrylic binder could help strengthen paper to make home made stencils… tried with a star (so printed & cut out star then brushed binder over edges)… doesn’t lie 100% flat but with sponge you can get something… not sure how sharp these markings should be but sponge application can create faded (don’t think it would stand up to air spraying)…
replacement tow cable done (thanks all for the tips), finished rear deck stowage completed and tried to do the fighting compartment tarp - not sure if it works or if I need to redo…
If you reinforce the paper with the acrylic binder (or similar – I use plain PVA glue) and let it dry against a pane of glass, it will usually dry flat. Then it can be peeled off cleanly, lifting a corner with the tip of a hobby knife or razor blade. It usually makes for cleaner cuts when you’re cutting your masks, as well. [:D]
Great work on the M7!
Cheers
thanks Greg, I have ordered a larger supply of binder so I can try this more times… would you recommend printing shapes then binder/glue then cutting?
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Rob, your Priest is coming along beautifully! All that stowage and the mods you made really put some character into the subject.
thanks all… paints on… not sure if it is too dark, and started on the stowage (terrible mix of colours but dont think just OD would add a lot… have to admit I am pleased with how the tarp turned out… need to do the one on the gun…
Awesome looking Priest! I have to bet my days of watching Rat Patrol subconsciously drew me into this post lol Now I’m hooked with all the lessons!
no matter what drew you in, welcome and thanks…
this is where the weekend leaves the M7… paint gear packed away until next Saturday which will be gloss coat ahead of decals…
decals on… slightly what-if, taken from various kits
Nice work! And almost done! [Y]
matt varnish on, stowage on, tracks and rubber painted… not envisaging a heavily weathered vehicle this time)
Wow, that looks great, everything is coming together nicely! [Y]
Your whole project is fabulous, but the storage goes to a whole new level. I love it! Congratulations - it’s well worth your great effort.
It’s quite surprising how nicely these old Italeri kits can still be made to look, even if the molds are well over 40 years now. You’re doing some excellent work here.
finished, finito, done… really enjoyed this build, learning all about stowage, some extra detail and scratch building…
Bravo on the excellent finish! Any plans for a crew figure or a base of some sort?