Although its an older kit, it's still Tamiya, which means it builds easier that a lot of the current crop of manufacturers. For years I would select a Tamiya kit, do the corrections, detail it up, photoetch and aftermarket stuff and call it good to go. When I did this one, I backdated it to a M4A1. For those who likee figures, go aftermarket as these are their '70's renditions which leave a lot to be desired. On the decals, if you decide to use Tamiya''s, where possible, carefully cut the clear carrier film off, right up to the edge of the stars or 'circles' surrounding them. The 'thickness' won't be as apparent. It will look great with all the painting and finishing effects. Have fun!
@@geoffreyscheuerman2378 yeah they’re always such a safe bet. Post build the two problems that can’t go without fixing or noticing in my mind are the injection pin marks on the interior panels and the driver figure has a big old injector pin mark in the middle of his back. The figures weren’t all that terrible, but I have chosen not to paint any of these figures because I wanted the driver, but it’s not worth the work to fix this one unfortunately. If you get a couple after market parts this could easily go from a 1970s kit to a really impressive model in the end. The foundation is set Thanks for watching and commenting!
The "rivet counters" have their place. Just not in my shop. That term's been around forever. I agree with you 100% ! I just picked this up. Be watchin.
@@malemodeler7 I think my bro and I did build all of them, more than once. During the winter months when stuck indoors, we'd have a great time with them. They were/are excellent kits as a base and if you want to detail them further, the road is yours.
@@andrewdowns3403 yeah I just finished the build and the tracks fit, they're a little bit loose and do look like 1975 rubber band tracks. I might look into that if I build one of the variants and put a little more money and energy into it. Appreciate the info!
Looking forward to your build! This is definitely on my to-do list. I did the M16 a few months back and had great fun. Happy to see you using Value Gear! He’s the best! Followed you on IG - keep up the great work!
@@SchmidtJim thank you so much!! I hope I dont let you down 😂 I'm just finishing up the build and am loving it! It shows in some areas its from the 70s but is overall an awesome kit and such good subject matter. Glad you're enjoying everything!
@ I’ve been looking at those for a long time and will definitely get around to it sometime after I finish this one! Would love to see the difference 35 years or so makes in engineering
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Although its an older kit, it's still Tamiya, which means it builds easier that a lot of the current crop of manufacturers. For years I would select a Tamiya kit, do the corrections, detail it up, photoetch and aftermarket stuff and call it good to go. When I did this one, I backdated it to a M4A1. For those who likee figures, go aftermarket as these are their '70's renditions which leave a lot to be desired. On the decals, if you decide to use Tamiya''s, where possible, carefully cut the clear carrier film off, right up to the edge of the stars or 'circles' surrounding them. The 'thickness' won't be as apparent. It will look great with all the painting and finishing effects. Have fun!
@@geoffreyscheuerman2378 yeah they’re always such a safe bet. Post build the two problems that can’t go without fixing or noticing in my mind are the injection pin marks on the interior panels and the driver figure has a big old injector pin mark in the middle of his back. The figures weren’t all that terrible, but I have chosen not to paint any of these figures because I wanted the driver, but it’s not worth the work to fix this one unfortunately.
If you get a couple after market parts this could easily go from a 1970s kit to a really impressive model in the end. The foundation is set
Thanks for watching and commenting!
The "rivet counters" have their place. Just not in my shop. That term's been around forever. I agree with you 100% ! I just picked this up. Be watchin.
Got ya subbed.
@@charlie418791 yeah absolutely! I do love me some rivets though when it comes time too pin wash 😂
Great kit. Had a blast with a few of them, waaaaaay back in the early 80's
@@RW4X4X3006 did you build all 3 variants??? I'm thinking I need at least the AA halftrack now! Really nothing beats a halftrack
@@malemodeler7 I think my bro and I did build all of them, more than once. During the winter months when stuck indoors, we'd have a great time with them. They were/are excellent kits as a base and if you want to detail them further, the road is yours.
@RW4X4X3006 yeah im thinking I need at least another now 😂 at $22 or whatever they are, they couldn't be much more affordable too. Man I love Tamiya!
There are some aftermarket track available, F C Model .Trend part # 37068. well worth chasing up
@@andrewdowns3403 yeah I just finished the build and the tracks fit, they're a little bit loose and do look like 1975 rubber band tracks. I might look into that if I build one of the variants and put a little more money and energy into it. Appreciate the info!
Cool model. 👍
@@goforitpainting thank you very much!
Looking forward to your build! This is definitely on my to-do list. I did the M16 a few months back and had great fun. Happy to see you using Value Gear! He’s the best! Followed you on IG - keep up the great work!
@@SchmidtJim thank you so much!! I hope I dont let you down 😂
I'm just finishing up the build and am loving it! It shows in some areas its from the 70s but is overall an awesome kit and such good subject matter. Glad you're enjoying everything!
Build the Dragon kit,it's a world of difference in detail
@ I’ve been looking at those for a long time and will definitely get around to it sometime after I finish this one! Would love to see the difference 35 years or so makes in engineering