Gorby 21,590 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 It was an 'interesting' build. Maybe Ace should consider changing their name to 'Adequate'. The kit is quite detailed, only to be let down by the poor moulding and damaged decals. I replaced the steps on the side of the cab as those in the kit are very chunky; improved the headlights and searchlight and I added four airlines to the limber. Admittedly I made a few mistakes which I'm not going to tell you about because then you'll think I'm a mere mortal. The transparencies aren't very good and with skill and determination, I managed to make them significantly worse. I've kept weathering to a minimum partly because I suspect the British army wouldn't allow them to get too dirty, but mainly because I'm not very good at it. Having said that I'm glad I built it as it's one of my favourite vehicles. I'd even consider building one in a larger scale if there was a kit which is affordable. Maybe I could mess the windows up on a bigger scale at some point in the future. If the childhood version of myself would have been told that one day….one day I'll be able to actually build the Alvis Stalwart in 1/72 he would have said “Yeh whatever”. Thanks for having a ganders. 10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skwonk 9,618 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 Ruddy 'ell that's small. Nice one old bean! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mad Steve 25,049 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 That looks excellent Gorbs, well done 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hutch6390 3,292 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 A cracking result, Gorby - great job, mate 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jessie_C 13,970 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 It's cute. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
goon 1,684 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 I love the Stalwart. That's a cracking model. Very nice. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mac1677 6,934 Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 Superb result Gorby 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gorby 21,590 Posted August 25 Author Report Share Posted August 25 Thanks for your comments matiepoos. It is definitely small and very cute and maybe when the memory of the pain fades, I may even consider another ACE kit. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Miggers 8,457 Posted October 7 Report Share Posted October 7 (edited) On 25/08/2023 at 07:29, Gorby said: Thanks for your comments matiepoos. It is definitely small and very cute and maybe when the memory of the pain fades, I may even consider another ACE kit. Smart indeed Gorbs. As for a bigger one,you could always get yer mitts on one of these and gussy it up Edited October 7 by Miggers 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sprocket 11,157 Posted October 7 Report Share Posted October 7 That Matchstick was a bit of a OMG moment. Great job on this one, you managed to wrestle it into shape. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gorby 21,590 Posted October 7 Author Report Share Posted October 7 Thanks very much Miggers & Sprocket. Yes it is indeed a tiny little thing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RWG686 40,515 Posted October 7 Report Share Posted October 7 Apologies..late to the party again. Excellent result. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spartacus 319 Posted October 8 Report Share Posted October 8 On 24/08/2023 at 18:04, Gorby said: The transparencies aren't very good and with skill and determination, I managed to make them significantly worse. I've kept weathering to a minimum partly because I suspect the British army wouldn't allow them to get too dirty, but mainly because I'm not very good at it. Alas,not quite true Gorby.Although I did drive these in Germany,I never did any cross country work with them,but saw some really dirty/grubby examples after being used on excercises.Have just recently bought the 1/24th KFS model,most I've ever paid for a kit,don't tell SWMBO 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gorby 21,590 Posted October 8 Author Report Share Posted October 8 1 hour ago, Spartacus said: saw some really dirty/grubby examples after being used on excercises. Shuuush! I won't tell anyone if you don't, I might use that pathetic excuse in the future. 1 hour ago, Spartacus said: Have just recently bought the 1/24th KFS model,most I've ever paid for a kit,don't tell SWMBO WOW that's a hell of a model! Are you going to do a work in progress on here? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Miggers 8,457 Posted October 8 Report Share Posted October 8 7 hours ago, Spartacus said: Have just recently bought the 1/24th KFS model,most I've ever paid for a kit,don't tell SWMBO Don't mention that I've got guns either,I don't want her coming pestering me for a shooting iron to give you a barrel of buckshot up the *ss with.......... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spartacus 319 Posted October 8 Report Share Posted October 8 12 hours ago, Gorby said: Shuuush! I won't tell anyone if you don't, I might use that pathetic excuse in the future. WOW that's a hell of a model! Are you going to do a work in progress on here? Bit scared to start it,a bit intimidating too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RWG686 40,515 Posted October 8 Report Share Posted October 8 52 minutes ago, Spartacus said: Bit scared to start it,a bit intimidating too. Exactly how I feel with my most expensive purchase.. Mach Britannia and Transport Wings Canadair Argus conversion. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gorby 21,590 Posted October 9 Author Report Share Posted October 9 11 hours ago, Spartacus said: Bit scared to start it,a bit intimidating too. What if we annoy the hell out of you until you start it? I'm sure that would help. Have you started yet? Have you started yet? Have you started yet? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spartacus 319 Posted October 9 Report Share Posted October 9 Yes,glued a suspension arm together,then put it all back in the box 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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