John's Early Tiger 1

[John Fitzsimons]

Thanks Bob. Channel is struggling along. I seem to spend more time making and editing video than working on models. I am away on holidays for a while but have made some videos to cover a few weeks ahead. I will put one up later.

[John Fitzsimons]

Here is a video on fitting the side skirts, wheels and tracks to the early Tiger 1. The side skirts with supports added are a big improvement.

When fitting the road wheels I suggest trial fitting a wheel to each axle. Make sure the bearings slide on easily onto the axle. It might be necessary to sand down the shafts for a smooth fit. I used a belt from my power file. This will make it much easier to fit the wheels in sequence.

I will add more details to the hubcaps.



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[John Fitzsimons]

I have added more details to the early Tiger 1.
Modified the kit cupola. new cupola roof was a challenge to my small lathe. Added many other details. Currently lid head pad is aluminium until I find a piece of rubber to fit
modified the solid pistol port to make functional.
Made a new fan unit from parts of kit fan.

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[Marco Peter]

Wow!

[John Fitzsimons]

Thanks Marco. I will add a video soon.