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[MrChef]

They look great. I've never attempted a winter whitewash. What did you use? With Tamiya lacquer spray bombs you can't really use the hairspray method

Thank you.

The KV-1 I did first, last winter. I got the tank with the intention of trying a winter whitewash. I did the hairspray chipping technique, but I hand brushed diluted Tamiya XF White. It worked well. I followed tutorial videos on YouTube for this process.

The T-34 I did a few weeks ago. I am using it as a test mule for my winter Tiger project. I again used the hairspray technique but it doesn't behave the same since I used Ammo/Mig "Washable White" for camouflage. The hairspray really isn't necessary with the washable white. I used it as a guarantee that the white would come off since it was my first time using this product.

The KV-1 I intend to keep this way. The T-34 I had already decided that I wanted to refit and repaint this spring.

The Ammo/Mig washable white is a cool medium to play with and learn. It is easily manipulated when I got the hang of how it worked, reacted and looked. I experienced several days after applying it able to reactivate it with just warm tap water and a brush or sponge. It does eventually dry to a point that it is not able to be manipulated. It is very important to note that I applied a Matte clear coat to the tank after the white before any subsequent weathering.

[Meter Rat]

Terrible photos, just terrible. 🤣🤣🤣 I think you should send your tanks to me, instead of allowing them to languish in that there up state New York.

[MrChef]

Terrible photos, just terrible. 🤣🤣🤣 I think you should send your tanks to me, instead of allowing them to languish in that there up state New York.

I know, I know I wanted More snow in the pics Too!😋

If I send them, you're payin postage and they want to fly First class. That means on my lap in First class... But then I'll just have to wipe off all the whitewash and replace it with an over abundance of rainy streaks and wet spots.

[RichJohnson]

TD M60a3 all decked out with my accessories that I market for detailing and upgrading these tanks.
The newest item is the scale VRC-12 radio series antenna and soon the sprocket hub caps. The antennas are $20 pre 1991 VRC-12 radios and post 1991 Sincgars radios and IDF radios(same antenna) http://www.richardsjohnson.net/id28.html

Or google Rich Johnson Models N Stuff if the link gives you some weird problem or security warning, (which is false, my site is fine.)

[Meter Rat]

I know, I know I wanted More snow in the pics Too!😋

If I send them, you're payin postage and they want to fly First class. That means on my lap in First class... But then I'll just have to wipe off all the whitewash and replace it with an over abundance of rainy streaks and wet spots.

🤣🤣🤣
You wouldn’t need to do anything of the sort. I would jus leave them out side for two day and weather then naturally.

[Rubicon99]

TD M60a3 all decked out with my accessories that I market for detailing and upgrading these tanks.
The newest item is the scale VRC-12 radio series antenna and soon the sprocket hub caps. The antennas are $20 pre 1991 VRC-12 radios and post 1991 Sincgars radios and IDF radios(same antenna) http://www.richardsjohnson.net/id28.html

Or google Rich Johnson Models N Stuff if the link gives you some weird problem or security warning, (which is false, my site is fine.)

That camouflage just looks so right on an M60👍👍

[Meter Rat]

That camouflage just looks so right on an M60👍👍

And effective.

[Rubicon99]

TongDe M60A3 in IDF Magach 6B theme at the January 2024
LA Tank Clubs IR battle day.

[RichJohnson]

That tank just looks so bad ass!

[SoCalBobS]

To those who say "I'll just get one tank", be forewarned!

[Panzermechaniker]

That last picture of the ass end of the M60 between the buildings looks very real

[TheCoastalGhost]

My KV-2 fictional build is finished. I call it the KV-2M, M standing for "modified".



Now with the Sherman X:

[TheCoastalGhost]

Some patrol shots:


Rolling through wintery desert terrain:


Ambush positions:



Working a ridgeline:



Build:

-Custom "Stormy Coast" camo scheme.
-Re-routed smoker to the correct exhaust pipes on the engine deck.
-LOTS of stowage. Tin foil actually works great for tarp material because it molds to different shapes easily. Stowage on sides of turret, fenders, and rear engine deck.
-Extra idler wheels chained to rear fender and stowed on front fender. Extra fuel tanks chained down to rear fender.
-Extra track links chained to turret.
-Heavy gun tube camo net strapped to gun tube.
-3D printed spotlight attached to mantlet and wired to taillight port on the TK-7 board.
-Extra commander's machine gun mounted to turret roof in front of commander's hatch. Extra periscope added to turret roof. 3D printed auto sentry gun added to turret roof.
-Camo net attached to engine deck. Potato and onion bags work great for improv camo nets.

Normally I would heavily weather these two with oil washes and Tamiya detailing kits, but I plan on driving them a lot and I think the dust and natural grime from the desert will do it for me.

That's the build, and again here's a bit of fictional background for the KV-2M

Background: The KV-2M is a heavy hitter. Designed to platoon with its counterpart, the M4A3EX Sherman X, it is a slugger of a heavy tank, and staring down its 152mm durp gun means certain death if not immediate vaporization from its HE rounds. The vehicle is fast enough for its size and weight due to the large drive sprockets, highly reliable with maintenance, and plows through soft terrain with ease thanks to its wide tracks. The KV-2M will take a mid-battle position in coordination with its platoon mate, and while the Sherman X snipes at the enemy to distract and confuse them, the KV-2M takes advantage of every opportunity and uses that 152mm to take humongous meaty chunks out of enemy vehicles. Do not mess with these two, especially when they are working as a team. You'll be headed for the scrap heap in seconds.

[Rubicon99]

Have not had this T34 out for a while. Been sitting waiting for new electronics. Drives even better now then before.

Desert theme T34/85. Photos are video screen shots from a short video now up on my Instagram @ Fsttanks

[LittleRic]

I have a problem with my tank tracks are scratching on the panels on the side for some reason i am also able to push them to the inside or towards the panel's with my hands

[Meter Rat]

I have a problem with my tank tracks are scratching on the panels on the side for some reason i am also able to push them to the inside or towards the panel's with my hands

As do mine. They are not the most precise engineering miracles. Mine get exaggerated when the pins start to walk out, and brings it to a grinding halt.
You may find, it’s not the tracks, but the side armour that is slightly warped inwards. Mine does not sit at 90% to a flat surface. I widna fesh ower it.

[Meter Rat]

Some patrol shots:


Rolling through wintery desert terrain:


Ambush positions:



Working a ridgeline:



Build:

-Custom "Stormy Coast" camo scheme.
-Re-routed smoker to the correct exhaust pipes on the engine deck.
-LOTS of stowage. Tin foil actually works great for tarp material because it molds to different shapes easily. Stowage on sides of turret, fenders, and rear engine deck.
-Extra idler wheels chained to rear fender and stowed on front fender. Extra fuel tanks chained down to rear fender.
-Extra track links chained to turret.
-Heavy gun tube camo net strapped to gun tube.
-3D printed spotlight attached to mantlet and wired to taillight port on the TK-7 board.
-Extra commander's machine gun mounted to turret roof in front of commander's hatch. Extra periscope added to turret roof. 3D printed auto sentry gun added to turret roof.
-Camo net attached to engine deck. Potato and onion bags work great for improv camo nets.

Normally I would heavily weather these two with oil washes and Tamiya detailing kits, but I plan on driving them a lot and I think the dust and natural grime from the desert will do it for me.

That's the build, and again here's a bit of fictional background for the KV-2M

Background: The KV-2M is a heavy hitter. Designed to platoon with its counterpart, the M4A3EX Sherman X, it is a slugger of a heavy tank, and staring down its 152mm durp gun means certain death if not immediate vaporization from its HE rounds. The vehicle is fast enough for its size and weight due to the large drive sprockets, highly reliable with maintenance, and plows through soft terrain with ease thanks to its wide tracks. The KV-2M will take a mid-battle position in coordination with its platoon mate, and while the Sherman X snipes at the enemy to distract and confuse them, the KV-2M takes advantage of every opportunity and uses that 152mm to take humongous meaty chunks out of enemy vehicles. Do not mess with these two, especially when they are working as a team. You'll be headed for the scrap heap in seconds.

Superb, fictional winter camouflage, and back story.

[LittleRic]

As do mine. They are not the most precise engineering miracles. Mine get exaggerated when the pins start to walk out, and brings it to a grinding halt.
You may find, it’s not the tracks, but the side armour that is slightly warped inwards. Mine does not sit at 90% to a flat surface. I widna fesh ower it.

So there's nothing we can do...

[Meter Rat]

You could try borrowing a hair dryer and heating the side armour and gently bending away. Me, personally, I don’t worry about it. Partly because I haven’t had a good look yet, and this is for the next rebuild.

[LittleRic]

You could try borrowing a hair dryer and heating the side armour and gently bending away. Me, personally, I don’t worry about it.

Ok thx