Donald (and others) not wanting to hijack Don’s great build. Obviously I’m able to access these pages via “Kit Maker” but I don’t seem to be able to access Armorama directly. (??), (I’m sure it’s the operator-me!)
I’ve requested a change pswd link - pending?
Meanwhile my question: Does anybody have any info/insight regarding a 3D printer in China: SSModel? They list a broad array of kit, printed on demand, I’m interested in a 1/16th scale US M42 Duster. Just looking for anyone w/ knowledge of this vender, their kits.
TIA & Happy New Year. (May it be better to us all)
LAC
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I think the two parts on the left of 193 are chocks to prevent rolling when parked. Not certain but I think it makes sense.
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If you do some searching on the major sites - Armorama, Missing Lynx and Track Link, you will find may comments on SS Model. Generally, mixed reviews, some good, but many also bad. It really depends on exact kit and the expectations of the builder. Based on all the comments I’ve read, I’ve hesitated purchasing anything from them, despite have much interest in a number of their items. Here’s one “review”:
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This has nothing to do with the Build subject, You have a whole section for complaints, so please delete this.
Donald
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Thank You , Now on with the Build.
I have a lot for you today, starting with the rear Bins, then installing the Baskets then finishing with the wings.
Here Goes-
I tried to put the relevant info on the Pics. so if you want to save them, you could have it all handy.
I hope this helps ?
Regards
Donald
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I have just finished assembly of the Smoke launchers or whatever you call them.
I’m finished for now.
regards
Donald
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Just to keep you updated, I started painting the Camo.
I think that this will take quite a while to finish, but finish I will Eventually.
Still working.
Donald
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Happy new year… Keep plodding on Donald. those chains look rather nice, far better than PE would.
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Great job Donald, those chains look very tedious.
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Just finished the Camo, it is very difficult as a lot of the paint areas in the print don’t line up.
This is all mostly Guess Work so don’t take it as fully accurate.
Now I have a lot of small parts to add and then the final detailing.
This may take another couple of weeks.
Regards
Donald
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Nicely done Donald……always great to see & follow your builds. You must live in a warehouse, to have room to store/display all your wonderful 1/16th scale builds. Perhaps you could include a couple fo photos of your displays, when you start your new Tiger w/the 105mm gun. Looking forward to it.
Best regards for the new year. LAC.
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I finally have somethings constructed, they just need some touch up painting.
It is very hard for me right now as I’m not feeling very good, but I love doing this.
anyway here is what I have now.
Regards
Donald
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Those retaining clips look really good !
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Thanks, I’m not Shure ow accurate they are, but it’s better than nothing.
Regards
Donald
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I have the Tow Cables installed, I used the ones from the kit.
The ends of the Cable ends will need drilling to fit the Cables.
Now a lot of Detail Painting to do.
Regards
Donald
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Well I’m finally finished here, Here are the final pictures.
Just some thoughts,
This is a really nice kit and very detailed.
You will need a strong shelf to hold it as it is quite heavy.
The part I liked best was the Track being molded in a Grey Metallic plastic, this saves having to paint them, except for the Track pads which were molded Grey.
I think it would have been better to mold them Black tike the tires.
If you are choosing between this kit and the DasWerk kit, they are very similar I would choose this kit. I have both built here on Armmorama.
Regards
Donald
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Fantastic build Donald. Keep up your 1\16 work, it’s excellent and very well liked here.
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Your Leopard builds were a HUGE help to me in my building those 2 as were your other 1/16 builds! Thank you!
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Your Welcome.
Here’s a hint to make cutting the Tow Cable to Length,
After measuring and marking the cable to length apply super glue to the place where you want to cut. After it sets up solid place a sharp exacto or other blade on the spot and roll the cable keeping the blade in contact with the cable while pressing down.
Just roll it back and forth until you get it cut.
Regards
Donald
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Its been another enjoyable journey watching you build Donald. Neither of these kits is on my wishlist of course but its a pleasure watching the builds progress.
Thank you. Keith
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