1/35 US GMC CCKW-352 WOOD CARGO TRUCK.

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I like the tyres. I did have robber ones on my m19 and managed to paint those ok. I did sand the join lines though
 

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Build looks very clean. Do they tell you what the two levers on the far right are for? I see transmission gear selector, hand brake & transfer case selector, but don't know what the last two are. You might want to round the tire profiles as these are too square. Ruts/rocks while offroading would tear the steering wheel out of your hands. That's why the real ones are shaped like a doughnut. Also you may want to investigate some braided wire instead of thread for the winch. Just some observations that may help. PaulE
 
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Paul,

Thanks for the observations especially about the tyres. It doesn't tell you anything about the levers so I will have to Google that. There is not a great deal of progress at the moment as I am away on a course. I will certainly look into the braided wire Amy ideas what diameter I would need.

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Hi Marty,

Coming along nicely there. Hobby boss certainly know how to cram in the details ehh!!
Paul has pointed out a few tweaks that will improve it nicely.

With the winch cable, it’s possible to twist up you own like I did for this 1/72 Jagdpanther.
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If you pull apart some old cables you can make it as thick or thin as you like.
Hth
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Si,

Awesome idea mate I will give that a go when I get home at the moment I'm doing a quad bike course.

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Watch those quads. They'll wreck your shoulders if you're not careful. Don't know where my head was at, but the two on the right must be winch controls. PaulE
 

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Paul,
Your not wrong there about the shoulders mate. I have a night drive with NVGs on tomorrow night.

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Agree with Jim , nice and steady, clean looking as well.
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The chassis looks very well detailed and the cab interior has come out well. Keep it coming mate

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Good morning,
Well I didn't kill myself on the quad course and passed I just have the instructor course to do now. I will try and tackle some of the points like the tyres and the winch rope. I will try and post some progress later this evening. Thanks for all the comments they are really helpful.
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All Looking Good , some serious amount of detail in that Hobby boss box and your doing it justice don't you just love soft skins
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Bobby,
There is a serious amount of detail in this kit unfortunately I didn't get a chance to get some of it done last night.

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Marty,
I've done the HB GMC tanker, and the GMC 40mm bofors carrier - both using the same chassis'. Nice detail, no construction problems, just as long as you keep everything square ( thus get all the wheels touching the ground ).
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I seem to remember the only problem I had was with the Tanker windows - a very tight fit! I picked these up, as is my normal practice, at a bargain price
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I think I'm gonna go for the tanker next if i can find one at a bargain price.
Your trucks do look good though mate,
Thanks for showing them.
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Marty,
the tanker seems to go for £35 at the moment - the GMC Bofors at about a tenner less. I have a wish list, but with a maximum price against each one ( in my mind! ), daily, I browse the 'net, looking for that discount. I have a lot of patience, indeed getting a model at a bargain price is part of my enjoyment. I hasten to say, I'm a builder, not a collector!
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Where do you look mostly on eBay or is there somewhere else.
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I very rarely look on e-bay these days - it's changed so much, since I used to use it, become more commercial ( and people are more aware of the value of stuff! ). I had a dispute with PayPal, and now I won't deal with them. I just have a bookmark list of retail outlets, and visit them regularly. I do use Far East sellers, but having been bitten by HM Customs for VAT ( AND been charged £5 for the privilege by Royal Mail ) only for small items. Amazon still remains a good starting point. A few sites have 'damaged box' sections, where it's always worth a look.....................
Patience is the main factor, you won't get the latest release, but I'm a maker, not a brownie point collector! :tongue-out3:
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Dave followed your advice on bargain hunting I brought the Dragon wagon and trailer and all the PE for it and got the colour tankograd book for 115 pounds including postage.
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I will try and get some done now I have painted the cab and interior I just have some decals to put on. I will post the pictures in a bit.

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This particular version was used primarily as a prime mover, hence the two spare tires. Not often seen used, but these could be mounted on the driven front axle to improve off road performance. The winch was a light one, so probably half the diameter of a tank's tow cable. PaulE
 
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