M47 Patton, 5th ID Germany, Patton Project Pt.2

[Floki]

This just keeps getting better and better

[Stikpusher]

Thank you Clint. I’ve scratch built or detailed up drivers compartments, turrets, troop compartments, etc. . But this is the first time that I’ve ever dressed up an AFV or softskin engine beyond what came in the box.

[speedgraflex]

This just keeps getting better and better

Carlos! I saw Clint’s response yesterday and thought “I completely agree with him!” Now today I still feel the same way. Way to embellish and create a much more realistic model! Congratulations!

[keavdog]

Looking good Stik. I dig all the plumbing going on they the engine compartment.

[Stikpusher]

Bruce and John, thanks. That engine has been a learning experience. It’s just taking far longer than I thought it would... as usual.

[Medicman71]

Wow! That's a lot of detail! Looks great Stik!

[Stikpusher]

Thanks Mike. Just one last bit to add in there then I can start on the paint.

[Stikpusher]

So today I finished the final bits of work in the engine compartment. Using a jeep engine, I turned it into a two cylinder auxiliary motor



then I added the lead line for it, and the compartment fixed fire extinguisher nozzle and feed line



so now the power pack has gone from this



to this



painting to take place over the next few days...

[LyleW]

Another masterpiece! This really looks sharp!

[Scruffy]

Great detailing, all from scratch or kitbashed Very cool indeed!