discussion Dragon - Sd.kfz 251/6 Ausf. C

[takeslousyphotos]

I do find the same think with some of the dragon instructions,not being clear,
so if i,get stuck i google a build,and try ,to see were things are ment to go,

I think they should maybe employ someone who has a vague idea how to put a kit together ..... Whoever they have doing it at the moment obviously hasn't go a clue.

 

[takeslousyphotos]

The destructions and parts show some details. Engine Transmission, Exhaust and a big "Boxlike" thing that I think is maybe a fuel tank. These are covered by the floorpan which goes on later. There are no indications in the destructions, but I think, having tried the floorpan that the top half of the body and floorpan is detachable. In which case I'll do some detailing inside as the present detailing is a bit Spartan. ........... Here is the page with the destructions.


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[monica]

I think they should maybe employ someone who has a vague idea how to put a kit together ..... Whoever they have doing it at the moment obviously hasn't go a clue.

absolutely right,I get so confused over them at times,


the above one is clear and you can follow without problem,but some on the superstition well,

 

[takeslousyphotos]

Now we come to a question? These are the dry fitted parts for under the floorpan. I can't find anything on the net about what should be in there. So do I:


A) Just build it as is (A bit Spartan) ?


B) Detail it, and make it up as I go along with some wiring / pipework and stuff?


C) Not bother with any of it. Chuck the bits in the parts box and build it sealed up?





A note here the line forward of the transmission will be hidden under a bulkhead to the engine compartment........... But that's a separate issue...........


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[Guest]

IMHO as it is... it's a bit bare & scratching up the extra details will be time-consuming, especially for something that'll never be seen.


I'd leave it & spend the time & effort on the crew compartment etc.

 

[takeslousyphotos]

IMHO as it is... it's a bit bare & scratching up the extra details will be time-consuming, especially for something that'll never be seen.
I'd leave it & spend the time & effort on the crew compartment etc.

I reckon you are right Patrick......... I'll knock it together and just paint the lot a uniform colour.

 

[monica]

you know Peter I would of said the same as Patrick,as with my one ,


I did the same thing ,why is all this hear,its never seen,


I would much prefer an engine in it,then that way you can have open hatches,

 

[takeslousyphotos]

you know Peter I would of said the same as Patrick,as with my one ,
I did the same thing ,why is all this hear,its never seen,


I would much prefer an engine in it,then that way you can have open hatches,

Thank Monica....... There is an aftermarket engine kit for these things.....MAYBACH HL42..... The manufacturer is Great Wall Hobby -kit number: L3522

 

[Guest]

I agree with the toss them in the parts bin idea. I never bother with unseen stuff myself. But then again Im probably gonna start doing things like that just because I haven't in the past. Totally your call , I will be watching this one. best of luck with the instructions.

 

[papa 695]

Nice start Peter

 

[Guest]

Best of British, that looks confusing...

 

[takeslousyphotos]

Thank Monica....... There is an aftermarket engine kit for these things.....MAYBACH HL42..... The manufacturer is Great Wall Hobby -kit number: L3522

John is going to get me the Engine kit...... So I can build this with the Engine panels open....... and the driver peering inside trying to work out why it won't start??????


Might need a bit of tweaking to get it in there.... But I'll manage.


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[takeslousyphotos]

Best of British, that looks confusing...

Thanks Dougie....It is

 

[takeslousyphotos]

Nice start Peter

I agree with the toss them in the parts bin idea. I never bother with unseen stuff myself. But then again Im probably gonna start doing things like that just because I haven't in the past. Totally your call , I will be watching this one. best of luck with the instructions.

Thanks Chris........

 

[Robert1968]

I'm watching too Peter,


it's a shame about all that stuff being there and then covering it up! And the destructions as you call em looks very confusing.


I suppose you could leave the floor pan out and do a semi work/ maintenance job on it but it may cause you annoyance/ headaches detailing and wiring gears etc ( I Would go personally with the buttoned up floor and as others suggest do more on interior ( just a suggestion )


Looking good so far


Robert

 

[monica]

Thank Monica....... There is an aftermarket engine kit for these things.....MAYBACH HL42..... The manufacturer is Great Wall Hobby -kit number: L3522

John is going to get me the Engine kit...... So I can build this with the Engine panels open....... and the driver peering inside trying to work out why it won't start??????
Might need a bit of tweaking to get it in there.... But I'll manage.


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that's a great idea Peter,do you have the link to were to get them plz, ? as I still have two.,others as well,


so to have one showing the engine would be a nice idea,


one is a dragon one so meany bits I keep putting it back at the bottom of the pile lol,


like my strange looking thing i made ,if it had a hull I,could make a whole other one,


and that's some think dragon should do sell lower hulls,so all theses bits can be used for some think,

 

[takeslousyphotos]

that's a great idea Peter,do you have the link to were to get them plz, ? as I still have two.,others as well,
so to have one showing the engine would be a nice idea,


one is a dragon one so meany bits I keep putting it back at the bottom of the pile lol,


like my strange looking thing i made ,if it had a hull I,could make a whole other one,


and that's some think dragon should do sell lower hulls,so all theses bits can be used for some think,

I'm not sure where you'll get one in Australia...... They are made by Great Wall Hobby Co, China...... I found a link for Perth Model Centre with a big write up on it....... But I don't seem to be able to copy the link. If Google Great Wall Hobby L3522 ...... it is the second record........ Perth military modelling.

 

[takeslousyphotos]

that's a great idea Peter,do you have the link to were to get them plz, ? as I still have two.,others as well,
so to have one showing the engine would be a nice idea,


one is a dragon one so meany bits I keep putting it back at the bottom of the pile lol,


like my strange looking thing i made ,if it had a hull I,could make a whole other one,


and that's some think dragon should do sell lower hulls,so all theses bits can be used for some think,

I'm not sure where you'll get one in Australia...... They are made by Great Wall Hobby Co, China...... I found a link for Perth Model Centre with a big write up on it....... But I don't seem to be able to copy the link. If Google Great Wall Hobby L3522 ...... it is the second record........ Perth military modelling.

 

[monica]

ta for looking Peter much appreciated,,


noted them both down so I will have a look after my afternoon kip,


did the gardening and lawn,and made some saw horses,but no


time to sit and paint today on not-fair,

 

[takeslousyphotos]

The lower hull and suspension is all in one piece now.......... Next, I'll clean up the and assemble the wheels. Then those and the hull can have some primer.


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