Before you start study your directions and determine how you want to assemble it. I would recommend in your next build to do it in “sub-assemblies” such as hull, turret, etc, leave off your running gear(road wheels, track, etc) & detail parts until overall painting is done. Paint your road wheels, track and assemble them, detail paint parts(such s the mg) and then add them to your build, then weather, etc.
While most builder weather thier models keep in mind the setting of your tank, heavy dirt, mud, etc only occurs in the field or in combat, once you’re back in garrision maintenance is done. When your life depends on your equipment you maintain it. That my two cents worth.
I just read that u just started building models a coupla weeks ago, well, considering that fact I don’t think ur doin’ too bad, at least u r tryin’ to learn![8D]
Thanks guys. Yall are real helpful. Wish other forums were like this.