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Prototype Build Log- updated 8th April new photos.
Posted: Fri Dec 18, 2009 9:49 pm
by Armortek
Hi all
Over the course of the next three months we will be regularly posting photos and updating you with the progress of the construction of the Comet prototype.
The link below will take you to a page in the Armortek gallery with the first of these photos. We have started with the suspension parts and the final drive gears. The multi part layout gives an indication of the models Christie suspension. The turret front shown is work in progress and requires further operations to complete.
http://www.armortek.co.uk/gallery/main. ... emId=13004
Mark
Posted: Fri Dec 18, 2009 10:50 pm
by Adrian Harris
Cool
Adrian.
Posted: Sat Dec 19, 2009 5:51 am
by Robert E Morey
Mark,
I'm looking forward to seeing the prototype come together. The comet is a really nice looking design. My compliments on the simple design of the models suspension. I didn't realize the comet had a pull type spring arrangement of the swing arm. Great looking parts - I wish I had the same toys you do to make stuff with!
I'm sure Gill is not looking forward to packing and shipping them though.
Bob
Posted: Sat Dec 19, 2009 10:54 am
by Sven Strobbe
Mark
Engineering, what a great job especially if you have the tools and equipment.
Very nice work...
Regards
Sven
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2010 7:36 pm
by Armortek
We have posted the second batch of photographs showing the prototype parts for the new Comet. They include wheel hubs, idler hub, return roller housings, glacis plate, inner and outer side plates and a selection of brackets. We have now received all the laser cut parts for the model. These were held up due to the bad weather, but we can now form these up and begin assembly work.
http://www.armortek.co.uk/gallery/main. ... emId=13004
Mark
Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2010 1:09 pm
by Armortek
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:01 pm
by David Skeldon
Hi,
Any more photos yet?
David
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:15 pm
by Armortek
Hi Dave
We have been concentrating on finishing off the mid tigers for last couple of weeks, so no further progress to report. The Tiger machining is now complete so we will have a big push on the Comet over the next few weeks. Watch this space.
Mark
Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2010 8:54 am
by Mick Regan
Hi Mark
Will you have a running prototype of the Comet at Shepton Mallet in April?
Look forward to seeing you there.
Mick
Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2010 10:39 am
by Armortek
Hi Mick
Yes that is the plan. We should have a complete Comet with the options installed and running for the show. We are hoping to have a second chassis assembled on the stand, so that you can see the construction of the plates and the suspension.
Mark
Books
Posted: Mon Mar 01, 2010 2:37 pm
by Alfredo Campanini
Hi all,
I have ordered the Comet and awaiting his arrival, I would collect some documentation about it.
Can someone tell me where to find books or publications in online shops ?
I searched on Landmark Military Books, but I have found nothing
Thank you for help
Posted: Mon Mar 01, 2010 3:05 pm
by Adrian Harris
Hi Alfredo.
I too have a Comet on order.
The best book for reference photographs is probably:
Armor PhotoGallery #20
British Cruiser Tank A34 COMET.
Dick Taylor & Chris Hughes
ISBN 978-83-60672-07-5
Here is the UK Amazon link for it:
http://tiny.cc/4Kpwx
Adrian.
Posted: Mon Mar 01, 2010 3:07 pm
by Adrian Harris
Chris Hughes also sells a CD of his Comet pictures (CD #14) through his website:
http://www.toadmanstankpictures.com/
The price is a very reasonable $7.99 + p&p
Adrian.
Posted: Mon Mar 01, 2010 4:58 pm
by Alfredo Campanini
Hello Adrian,
just ordered the book; I am looking for the CD.
Thank you and best regards
Alfredo
Posted: Mon Mar 08, 2010 2:47 pm
by Alfredo Campanini
I have received the book, very interesting; one thing is established: it will be green. Or not ?