Thank you for worrying and the link. That is exactly what I was in search of as it appears that nobody has the 12v ion generator avaliable. Yes, I have “played” with 120v before with some remodels around the house. Looks like I’ll be building the 120V version. Hey, maybe I can apply the grass from across the garage. Or maybe couple that with a 1/16 scale R/C Tiger and that’ll keep the cats out of my flower beds. Just kidding. Oh I know I’ll catch [cnsod] for that one. [:D]
Well, I don’t think it would work across the garage, and it would be bad to the cat, but you are on to something.
You could probably make an RC tank that fires a Police tazer, and use that on the neghborhood hooligans that trespass and vandalize your property (just 1 zap, and they’ll be more than willing to leave you alone) Mabe that would cut down on crime: the tazebot[:D]
I snorked my coffee this am when I read about your “Tazebot”. I snork more java reading replies in these forums. Thank you again for the grass applicator link. I’ll be ordering the generator and gathering the parts tomorrow. It looks like it’ll be the 120v option. Woooo Hooooo![li]
Bob,
My brother. Thank you for the compliment and the consistent support in my builds. That TBM is looking fantastic by the way. We need to set up another visit. When we do I can bring all the supplies for tree building and case of Ninkasi. I think the next time I build a tree I can cut the assembly time in about half. I would like to try my hand at some evergreen trees. You know, for a nice friggin’ cold middle of winter dio/vignette with some white wash armor and troops that look chilled to the core.
Cheers gentlemen and thank you for looking in on this build.
Nice to see you had a chance to recharge the batteries, sometimes that’s just the trick! Nice work on the tree and ground work Dave, now get this one done already! [:D]
Thank you for the compliments and your support. That having been said… that whip stings! [:'(] [:D] I repainted the base color yesterday and am much happier with it not. I’ll still be using the Woodland scenics colors for washes. This base is an experiment in progress as I’ve not built many. Four previous ones but, nothing as this involved. I’m getting better about not biting off more than I can choke down.
Bob,
Good morning brother. Yeah, I get those ideas from time to time. You know, just like a busted watch… correct two times a day.[:D] I’m looking forward to getting back to the tank as the ground work has been moved to the fore of the line. The panzer has been ensconced as to keep the base work dust off of it.
Thank you for the compliments and having a look at this build.
The negative ion generator will be here Tuesday and I gathered most of the parts today to build it. I only need to go to the hardware store and get the ABS supplies. The plan is to have the grass on the base by this next weekend. BIG kudos to Railfan233 for sending me the link to build one of three applicators. Mine will be the 120volt version. Yes, I will be careful and, yes, I have played with 120 volts before with remodels on the house. No riding the lightening for the boy.
I did get a little bit done on the base today. Some color and some flora. The rocks I had already painted with Vallejo Basalt Grey. Today, I gave them a wash with Woodland Scenics Burnt Umber. To give the impression of dirt and dust that had settled into the nooks and crannies. I then highlighted them with Vallejo Stone Grey, followed with a very delicate highlighting with Pale Sand. The flora is by NOCH. The sets used are: Grass Tufts Flowering and Grass Strips Spring. I applied the Grass Strips to have the random clumps that will stand higher than the static grass when I get it applied. I am thinking that I will be applying more to the base before the static grass gets applied
The base had a dark wash applied, Woodland Scenics Earth Undercoat and, was highlighted with Vallejo Buff.
Wow, your base is looking awesome!!! I can’t wait to see the static grass applied.[:D]
I’ve saved a link from a model railroad site for building a static grass applicator myself, and it’s on the “to-do” list, so I am VERY curious to see how you make out.
Thank you so very much for the compliment. I’ve been chomping at the bit to get the static grass down. I’ve been tracking the package for the ion generator and, it left Salt Lake at 0436 today. It’ll be here on the 27th. The only down side is that is toward the end of my work stretch. The up side is that it’ll be here when I’m done with my work stretch and I can get it built. So, stay tuned, as I should have the grass down by the end of the week.
Wow, this has turned into quite the hefty, and informative log. I just spent the past 1/2 hr. catching up on your progress…well done all around. The base is coming along very nicely.
I’ll be looking forward to seeing it all tied together very soon.
Enjoy the Summer (finally). BTW…I’ll be in Eugene later today.
Dave it is looking great, the tree is awsome and the whole layout is spot on. Depending on how much grass you want on this scene i find hanging basket liner a really effective grass alternative and very realistic. I also blend my vegetation together with the base with a light spray of dust and also use pigments to blend .
Hope some of this might be of use to you mate.Andy.
Thank you for stopping in and the compliment. I’ve got a package of the basket liner I picked up at the hardware store. I’ve yet to use it but, after seeing these dio pics, I will have to utilize it. Is the dio yours? What was used for the ferns? This is of a huge use to me. Thank you so very much.
High praise indeed sir. [:D[ Thank you. I added a small detail to the base today. Some roots poking out of the ground. These came from some yard work I was doing last year and kept some clippings. I have been enjoying the summer. I got back earlier in the week from a biking/kayaking trip in the San Juans. The entire time I was there enjoying myself I was also taking in the land scape and making mental notes. Welcome to Eugene. Hopefully I will meet you at an upcoming show and pick your brain about some stuff/techniques. If you do not mind that is.
Brian,
Thank you sir for the compliment. I did get a small but important bit done on the Ausf B today. The decals. I had been putting it off as I’ve been focused on the base. I opted to do them today as I go back to work tonight and by the time I’m done with my stretch they will be fully cured. Then, I can finally play with my Abteilung oils that I got for my b-day in June. Wooooo Hooooo. Also the base should have the grass on it within the week.
The decals are not silvered. It is the way the light is reflecting off of the glossy portion of the decal. I have turned the lazy susan every whichway and I can not see any silvering. I double checked after I shot this pick. When I saw in on the camera I thought I had a dreaded case of the silvering. When I went to place the decals,I wetted the decal and, then I brushed a small amount of Future (undiluted) where the decal was to go. With the decal on, I positioned exactly where I wanted it, then I blotted the decal with a Q-tip moistened with water. Any Future that got out from under the decal and was starting to leave a ring was taken care of with the aforementioned Q-tip.
You can see where there is enough residual Future to darken the paint but, not enough to gloss it up. I am not worried about this as the weathering will take care of this.
The root structures I mentioned. Don’t throw away all of your lawn debris.
Dave yes these are mine, I used moss for the ferns, there are so many varieties of moss in peoples gardens. I do a lot of building and landscaping in my work and i have allways got my eye open for things i can use in modelling. Have a look at a post of mine called How to build a Normandy dio in 1/72 scale or one called Timeout. Hope these help. Cheers mate.[:D]
Very nice progress with the base Dave, the flowers along the road are a very nice touch…definitely provides just that slightly incongruous bit to draw the eye without it seeming out of place in the setting. Late Spring/Early Summer France definitely comes to mind with them there! [;)]
