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Which is Correct
Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2011 12:53 am
by 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.
Re: Which is Correct
Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2011 9:00 am
by 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.
Re: Which is Correct
Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2011 9:31 pm
by 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
Re: Which is Correct
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2011 12:09 am
by 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.
Re: Which is Correct
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2011 1:17 am
by 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.
Re: Which is Correct
Posted: Sat Dec 17, 2011 11:51 pm
by 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.
Re: Which is Correct
Posted: Sun Dec 18, 2011 9:07 am
by Adrian Harris
Very neat solution Ken
Adrian.