AFV Models
04-26-2012, 05:09 PM
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Seeing how I can't Ich spreche kein Deutsch (Speak German). I was wondering if someone here has purchased AFV Models Leo 2A6 idler wheels (AC-16-319) and could tell me in the universal language on how to assemble them. What I'm looking for is:
1.) How do adhere the end cap to the wheel shaft. Do I use Lock-Tite or does it lock in with pressure applied?
2.) The bolt ring the sits around the wheel shaft, do I CA glue that on?
3.) For priming the metal, could I use an automotive etching primer or Tamiya Metal Prep spray, then follow-up with NATO Green?
4.) Should I prime, paint and assemble first or assemble the complete Idler Wheel and then carry-out the priming and painting process?
5.) Is there an easier way to cut the flash of the rubber wheels?
Thanks in advance for any assistance.
1.) How do adhere the end cap to the wheel shaft. Do I use Lock-Tite or does it lock in with pressure applied?
2.) The bolt ring the sits around the wheel shaft, do I CA glue that on?
3.) For priming the metal, could I use an automotive etching primer or Tamiya Metal Prep spray, then follow-up with NATO Green?
4.) Should I prime, paint and assemble first or assemble the complete Idler Wheel and then carry-out the priming and painting process?
5.) Is there an easier way to cut the flash of the rubber wheels?
Thanks in advance for any assistance.
04-27-2012, 12:16 AM
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RE: AFV Models
Hey There Derek<div>
</div><div>What happened to the Tiger 1? Lol!</div><div>
</div><div>Sometimes the Hub caps are a tight fit other wise a tiny spot of CA! Cos you might need to take them off!</div><div>Auto etch primer is fine, I think a lot of the guys use auto primer! a lot less expensive!</div><div>I personally prime, assemble, then finish coat them if it's G<u>erman Armour!..</u> just remember not to paint over threads or contact surfaces that may need CA!</div><div>Not sure of the bolt ring? is it a washer? if it is! No glue!</div><div>
</div><div>Hope this helps, I'm sure others will step in with better advice as I'm a Tank virgin! only being doing it since Xmas and on my second build!</div><div>
</div><div>Cheers from bonnie Scotland</div><div>Stewart</div>
</div><div>What happened to the Tiger 1? Lol!</div><div>
</div><div>Sometimes the Hub caps are a tight fit other wise a tiny spot of CA! Cos you might need to take them off!</div><div>Auto etch primer is fine, I think a lot of the guys use auto primer! a lot less expensive!</div><div>I personally prime, assemble, then finish coat them if it's G<u>erman Armour!..</u> just remember not to paint over threads or contact surfaces that may need CA!</div><div>Not sure of the bolt ring? is it a washer? if it is! No glue!</div><div>
</div><div>Hope this helps, I'm sure others will step in with better advice as I'm a Tank virgin! only being doing it since Xmas and on my second build!</div><div>
</div><div>Cheers from bonnie Scotland</div><div>Stewart</div>
04-27-2012, 03:58 AM
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RE: AFV Models
Hey Stewart,
The Tiger 1 is a WIP, mother has allowed me to purchase parts for it in sub sections, I'm starting off with upper hull. With the Leo 2, I bought tracks for it and it recommended the metal idler set, so I went with it. The bolt ring is more of a detail item, definitely not a washer, so it will be CA glued on. Thanks for the info mate, much appreciated.
Derek
The Tiger 1 is a WIP, mother has allowed me to purchase parts for it in sub sections, I'm starting off with upper hull. With the Leo 2, I bought tracks for it and it recommended the metal idler set, so I went with it. The bolt ring is more of a detail item, definitely not a washer, so it will be CA glued on. Thanks for the info mate, much appreciated.
Derek
