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For this one super 77 spray adhesive.
Angraf gremlins: so far the build diagrams kinda suck. W4 placement is really vague Greg
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Looking forward to seeing this one come together.
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Parts 1-10
So far this follows the general rule of assembly order via part number. The biggest issue I have so far is the minimal number of build diagrams and lack of any detailed written instructions. I have already pulled a plastic Abrams I built awhile back off the shelf to use as a build reference. I was hoping for a nice relaxing build experience. Guess I'll continue to hope.... Greg
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It looks like with all your experience and skill you are able to cope with the inadequate instructions. So far, it looks like your usual clean, precise craftsmanship.
With regard to Rick's question about whether your tank is in U.S. Army or USMC markings, I am pretty sure that the Marines only used the M1A1 version of the Abrams, which (according to this Stars & Stripes article) they have now divested themselves of A farewell to armor: Marine Corps shuts down tank units, hauls away M1A1s - Marine Corps - Stripes Don |
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Parts 11-20
No real fit problems although a few pieces needed trimmed just a touch.Build diagrams continue to be relatively useless. Greg
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Parts 21-30
No issues since these were all basically flat plate pieces to add to the hull. Greg
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Parts 31 - 40
Part 35 does not exist, so I made one for each side out of part 38A. Then I replaced part 38 A & B with 1.5 mm plastic rod painted with Tamiya NATO green. Greg
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Parts 41-50
So, it's been awhile since an update. I was trying to finish another project, so this one took a back burner. During it's hiatus a few parts were damaged, so repairs had to be made. Then I misplaced a few of the relevant pieces and had to figure out work arounds (found the pieces after I attached the workarounds of course). Anyway, I think I'm caught up to today now. Greg
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Glad to see work resuming. Looks good, Greg.
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Parts 51 - 61
Bunch of kit errors in this group of parts. 1st the headlights are supposed to be unidirectional. However the cutout on the left front is not inset like it is supposed to be, so the left headlight has to be installed upside down to get the lifting/tie-down lug and light guard to fit. 2nd the left rear grill builds up and fits nicely but the right side has issues. Parts fit is ok once you reorient the incorrectly colored outer wrap and center vertical divider. Then one has to recolor everything to match the pattern required. I'll chalk this up to the usual Angraf quality control issues.... Greg
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