sdkfz 7 Flak build

[simon_manning]

Hi all, Winter is here so time to start my next Project, since building the previous sdkfz 7 i still have the enthusiasm for another, i was lucky to acquire this started vehicle, The build level so far is good so decided to carry on with the same version, a late production Flak vehicle, I have the Flak already , a metal Chinese Model Produced in the 2000s , i will post some photo's as i go, regards simon.

[Steve McEvoy]

If that's up to your usual standard that's going to be stunning mate. Look forward to watching the progress on here. Steve.

[Robert E Morey]

This will be great Simon, look forward your progress.
Best regards,
Bob

[Damon Resch]

That will be another beauty, looking forward, as always, to your take on this rare machine.

[simon_manning]

Thanks Forum Members, The vehicle is something different to build, The photo's are of the Flak kit i purchased, at least 10 years ago, has any one seen this kit before, and who made it, regards simon.

[simon_manning]

Just Making a start to build up a bit of momentum, checked the motors and the inner brass bush, all good, some dismantling needed to replace a few rusty nuts etc. regards simon.

[Jan Wuerdig]

Hello Simon,

interesting building. I still have a kit of the flak lying around here. Thanks for the suggestion.

Regards

Jan

[simon_manning]

I have turned the chassis over and started servicing the suspension and steering, due to the vehicle being left in a damp shed, while i have access to this section i have repainted and weathered the underneath, even though you will never see it, all the best simon.

[Jeffrey Goff]

That’s looking superb, brings back memories
regards Jeff

[Robert E Morey]

Looking good Simon, I vaguely remember those flak kits - all metal. Perfect match for SDKFZ7. Was this same company that made 1/6 Searchlight?

Following with interest.
Bob

[simon_manning]

Thanks Bob and Jeff, i have been working on the Front Grill, Re-working the center bars, Radiator cap and more pronounced radiator cap neck, plus re fitted the motors and some weathering to the chassis, the hard to reach areas, it's always a bit repetitive in the beginning, but you have to start somewhere., all the best to all you builders in 2024, regards simon.

[Robert Reid]

Utterly stunning work, Simon! As always!

Looking forward to following this build.

Cheers and happy New Year to you and all my fellow modelers!

RPR

[simon_manning]

Thanks Robert for the Encouragement, i have added some extra detail to the Armortek kit Front wheels which are a very nice part in themselves, Grease nipples, Air valves and reshaped the center caps, i also started to get to grips with the instrument panel and bulk head which will be a lot of work, all for now, regards simon.

[simon_manning]

Hi All, i Have done a little work on the 7, soldered the Dashboard Holding frame in and made a start on the instrument Panel, working out dials and switch positions, regards simon.

[simon_manning]

Hi all, I am still working on the dash panel, reproducing the dials has been tricky, getting some clean accurate detail, I have made a few to practise, regards Simon.