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Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« on: June 02, 2014, 03:26:44 AM »
I build a resin model from Wespe, the Mercedes G 4.
I don`t know at that moment if it will the car from Hitler or other men.
The model use many changing to come more reality.
The vehicle Frame, bodywork, Suspension, 1. and 2. seat row. engine, gear and drive.
Some chnges also for the side panels for more leather like.
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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #1 on: June 04, 2014, 07:51:49 AM »
Now I have the next changes about the car.
Martin




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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #2 on: June 05, 2014, 02:44:34 PM »
nice martin, i have the icm in 1/35. its nice to see they have a 1/48.

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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #3 on: June 06, 2014, 02:46:46 AM »
Thank you Albatros.
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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #4 on: June 10, 2014, 08:14:10 PM »
The next is mill the resin in the engine room and to make the new axles.
The fuel tank is glue to the chassis.
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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #5 on: June 12, 2014, 09:10:05 PM »
The suspension and rear axle box is cut out.
The starter and Generator is glue to the engine.
The wheels are cleaned and all seats are glue to the chassis.
Martin




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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2014, 09:13:39 PM »
This is starting to take shape very nicely Martin, I'm looking forward to the next update.

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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #7 on: June 13, 2014, 12:43:04 AM »
Thank you for your comment Des.
The bodywork needs very much changes to come nearly the original.
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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #8 on: June 24, 2014, 08:32:08 AM »
A Little update with much of work time.
All axles are ready. The first two suspensions are glue.
The windscreen frame are corrected. The pedals and gearsticks are glue.
The holder for the sparewheels are bend.
Martin



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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #9 on: June 26, 2014, 06:18:51 AM »
The next update for this model.
The front suspension and rear axle holder are glue to the frame. The last four suspensions are glue together.
Martin



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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #10 on: June 27, 2014, 03:51:33 AM »
Hello Martin:

Nice work.  I would't have the patience to do what you are doing with the suspension etc.  Looking forward to seeing your next update.

Best

Mark
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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #11 on: June 28, 2014, 07:02:35 PM »
Thank you Mark.
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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #12 on: July 06, 2014, 06:34:36 AM »
After some days here are the next step. The rear suspension and all axles on on the frame.
A little change to the engine and gear.
Martin






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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #13 on: July 11, 2014, 02:37:00 AM »
The frontaxle with steering link, rod and arms are ready.
The exhaust systeme are  complete formed.
Spare wheels are milled withe the Dremel.
The back engine holder is glue.
Martin




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Re: Wespe Models Mercedes G 4
« Reply #14 on: July 13, 2014, 05:55:49 AM »
I have a probleme with the exhaust. In the book from Trojca are other pictures about it. So it must be change.
Also the cockpit need some changes.
Martin