Which is Correct

[Ken Molchanow]

Just started working on the engine deck. I noticed or at least by “The Modeler’s Guide to the Tiger Tank” that the opening for the ventilation slot is in a different spot. Which is correct??

If I do move it will there be any clearance problems with the Turret.

[Adrian Harris]

Hi Ken.

I haven't made this mod myself yet but both Doug Pinkerton and Rich Stinchcomb have moved the slot forwards with no apparent problems.

Adrian.

[Rocky Sembritzky]

Ken,

The attached picture shows the correct mounting position. The red outline shows the Armortek position.



It will not interfere with the turret.

HTH,

Rocky

[Ken Molchanow]

Thanks for the answer guys.

Have to figure out, what is the best way to cut the opening out of the plate and then re-weld it. Will post the results.

Maybe this mod can be added to the “To Do” list before the next batch of late models come off the assembly line.

[Mike Kasputis]

The picture that Rocky posted is the mod that I made to my Tiger.
If you go here http://armortek.co.uk/Forum3b/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=1219 you can see the mods I made on my mid Tiger.

[Ken Molchanow]

Well here what I ended up doing to correct the position of the ventilation slot on the engine hatch. I cut out the entire slot and turned it around. I have access to a good MIG welder so I was able to weld it back together with no problem. The handles that I received with the kit were aluminum; I made new ones from welding rod and welded them to the hatch.

[Adrian Harris]

Very neat solution Ken

Adrian.