OMG I'm having tractor flashbacks!
I like tractors so I have several all resin kits (including the Caterpillar 60 and Russian Stalinets S-60), the plastic Thunder Model kits (plus many of the variants under Plus Model, Trumpeter, and Thunder Models). Because of the Czech resin models, I acquired the manuals and photo walk arounds in Russia then the US. Just don't tell anyone that they don't readily have sharkmouth schemes on them but I like them to display tugging of German wrecks with the sharkmouth scheme.
The Plus Model kit was VERY expensive and I had to deal with broken parts in the bag. The manuals helped identify them. Example from their S-60 kit (same exact parts in their Caterpillar 60):
Why am I not surprised! I routed the fuel line in a "logical" way but probably incorrect. I EVERY photo I have seen the fuel tank is on the right. On the model the tank is on the left, and the canister that the fuel line goes to is on the right. The line coming out of the...canister thing where the fuel line goes into...I never could see where it goes so I took a wild guess , so if you can clarify where that goes it would be awesome. I had thoughts of doing wiring for the lights but can't tell where the power comes from or where the switch is? Any ideas on that? It is going to be a static model and won't roll so I am not worried about how things move so much because I glued everything no knowing what should be glued and what should be free. Anywho...it has been a maximum challenge so far. On a difficulty scale of 1 to 5, I give it a 9!
If it is too late, let me know. Otherwise, I can probably give you all you need once I pull out the manuals.
Did you give it a 9 because of the directions of the fit of the parts? There is a Thunder model I would like to get.
Let me know which kit because they admitted their Bergepanzer 38 kits are not the best.
The difficulty is in the microscopic size of the parts and how extremely fragile they are. Fortunately, they do include a few extra pieces to account for that. It is a really good model and on par with Thunder's reputation for detail and complexity.
I proved that point in my photo review of the Thunder Models Case tractor, adding tiny bolts and mislabeled parts but cheaper than a resin kit and just as detailed! In case you didn't know, they work in cooperation with the Irish company, L. Z. Models, that makes most of the aftermarket for them.
I would also like to add a canopy to this model. Most images with a canopy show it covering the entire tractor including the motor. Would copper plate be a good material to use?
Depends on the canopy, metal or a tarp.
Masterpiece Models maked a tool for corrugated metal...
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Examples of roof...
Note the fule tank location on this one matches the kit:
Another option:
Go get some BBQ and bring the lil' wet nap back, let it dry and paint it with a Future/Tamiya thinner mix. Paint, Be a Happy Guy!
Excellent for a fabric tarp.
