CMP #9 gun tractor model-build log

[cliff]

parts 01, 02 and 03 on the building of a 1/35 scale #9 FAT have been added to my web site www.mrroo.com.au/ go to build logs in the menu on the RHS of the main page.

This is the first build log and more will be added to my site each time I build a model.

Cheers
Cliff

[Alex van de Wetering]

Nice work Cliff!

I am really looking forward to following this project. For my F60H model I wanted to scratchbuild the grill from mesh initially, but recently I came across a photo-etch set from Eduard which has a terrific Ford grill with badge, a Ford dash and also a Chev grill and dash in one set ! Even the "Ford" and "Ford Canada" stampings below the headlights are included. Allthough I am not a big fan of Photo-etch, this is really a worthwile set.

regards,

Alex

[cliff]

Originally posted by Alex van de Wetering
Nice work Cliff!

I am really looking forward to following this project. For my F60H model I wanted to scratchbuild the grill from mesh initially, but recently I came across a photo-etch set from Eduard which has a terrific Ford grill with badge, a Ford dash and also a Chev grill and dash in one set ! Even the "Ford" and "Ford Canada" stampings below the headlights are included. Allthough I am not a big fan of Photo-etch, this is really a worthwile set.

regards,

Alex

Alex could you give me the Eduard Part number please. I may order some of these if they are correct as it is a pain making my own and as I already have to buy PE mesh it would not be all that much more expensive.

Cheers
Cliff

[Alex van de Wetering]

Cliff,

The Eduard number is: TP037. I have just made a scan of the set, which also includes printed clear plastic sheets for the dash gauges. I will send the scan to your email.

Alex

[cliff]

part 04 added tonight to the build log section of the #9 FGT.

www.mrroo.com.au/

hope you enjoy it

cheers
Cliff

[Kuno]

Cliff; congratulations! Very impressive work and an interesting article!!! Please do more such models...

[cliff]

FGT log updated with part 05.

www.mrroo.com.au/

Cheers
Cliff

[Keith Webb]

Amazing detail, Cliff! Only observation is you'll need to delete the vertical roller on the right.

[cliff]

Originally posted by Keith Webb


Amazing detail, Cliff! Only observation is you'll need to delete the vertical roller on the right.

Thanks Keith I will do that. Your comments and help on this model are really appreciated.

Cheers
Cliff

[cliff]

part 06 now on site - www.mrroo.com.au/



Cheers
Cliff

[cliff]

Part 07 now added to my web site www.mrroo.com.au/



cheers
Cliff

[Euan McDonald]

Hi Cliff,
Now that you have removed the roller on the right I think you had it right from the start as Keiths No9, the AWM's No9 frame & a factory pic in the DMV book all show 2 vertical roller.
Whats your thought Keith?

[Euan McDonald]

Pic of factory model

[Euan McDonald]

AWM's frame

[Keith Webb]

Originally posted by Euan McDonald
AWM's frame

Which has had an extra vertical roller added...

But yes, you're right that does look like one on the factory pic... but if you look at other fairleads they only have the roller on the left side.

[Euan McDonald]

Keith, I see a pattern forming maybe if 3 out 200 odd then was this a early or late addition? still

[Keith Webb]

That is the question!

[cliff]

Originally posted by Keith Webb
Which has had an extra vertical roller added...

But yes, you're right that does look like one on the factory pic... but if you look at other fairleads they only have the roller on the left side.

I love these field mods as no one can say at the finish of the build that I made it wrong with 100% certainty

I have removed the roller to match the photo I was using but kept the parts just in case

I will put another part up soon as I am two steps ahead of part 07 with the build and have just completed the floor section.

Cheers
Cliff

Keith I fixed the winch/floor problem the way I told you via email.

[Keith Webb]

Originally posted by Euan McDonald
Keith, I see a pattern forming maybe if 3 out 200 odd then was this a early or late addition? still

I think it was 100-odd No9 Fords, about the same number of No8 Fords, same again for No8 Chevs and of course 2 No9 Chevs.

The main change to the No9 was the deletion of the gallows AALMG mount on the Chev version along with canvas doors. I've not seen a Ford without the gallows mount or with anything other than steel doors.

[Euan McDonald]

Hi Cliff,
Now you have a spare roller, don't let it go to waste how about making a second model of a CGT for me.

[cliff]

Originally posted by Euan McDonald
Hi Cliff,
Now you have a spare roller, don't let it go to waste how about making a second model of a CGT for me.

LOL the Chev version will probably be a #8

cheers
Cliff

[cliff]

part 08 'steering and shock absorbors' has been added to the build log on my web site www.mrroo.com.au/



cheers
Cliff

[Alex van de Wetering]

I just had a look at your log again, great work! I also saw a sneak-preview of the wheels you will be using; Italeri CGT wheels?

Besides, the Chevy tanker is also really good!


Alex

[cliff]

Originally posted by Alex van de Wetering
I just had a look at your log again, great work! I also saw a sneak-preview of the wheels you will be using; Italeri CGT wheels?

Besides, the Chevy tanker is also really good!


Alex

Thanks Alex. No the tyres and wheels are not Italeri Gun Tractor but they are off a Tomy copy of that kit which had rubber tyres and seperate rims. I modified them and cast them in resin.

With the spare rubber tyres I cut them down to 16" in 1/35 scale and made the rims to suit so I had better looking wheels and tyres for the smaller trucks as well.

part 09 to the build log will be up tonight Oz time hopefully.

Heres' a teaser for part 10 which will be put up next week. The cab roof is just placed for the photo and is again a modified Tomy Gun Tractor kit part.

[cliff]

www.mrroo.com.au/

Site has been updated with part 09 of the FAT build.

[Alex van de Wetering]

Hi Cliff,

You are right, I should have said Tomy (or Peerless, MAX, Airfix etc.) I thought I recognized the tyres. Somewhere during it's life the CGT kit got plastic wheels in stead of rubber, but I also have an old Italeri offering which also used to have the rubber tyres, before they swopped them for plastic ones.

A few weeks ago I also made a set of 16 inch wheels using the same tyres:




I just had a look at your new update; very interesting! Great

Alex

[cliff]

Originally posted by Alex van de Wetering
Hi Cliff,
A few weeks ago I also made a set of 16 inch wheels using the same tyres:



Alex

Thanks Alex. Isn't it great how two people a world apart can come up with the same idea of making 16inch wheels from the rubber tyres of the same kit to improve on the plastic ones now supplied.

The saying of "great minds think alike" must be true.

[cliff]

Part 10 has finally been added to my website in the build log section on the #9 CMP FGT (Aust).



Cheers
Cliff

[Alex van de Wetering]

Thanks Alex. Isn't it great how two people a world apart can come up with the same idea of making 16inch wheels from the rubber tyres of the same kit to improve on the plastic ones now supplied.

Indeed. It get's even better if you consider that the rubber wheels we used, have been out of production for years!

Great work again Cliff. I am looking forward to the body!

Alex