PatW Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 I don't often build military kits, but this one took my fancy, with it's fully flexible central connector and 6 wheel drive. I hope I haven't gone too crazy with the camo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 Great work Patrick. I have always admired military models and guy/gals that can build them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 Looks good. Would be cool on a display base as a diorama. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTRUCK Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 Thats a nice military build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike999 Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 Great job! The camouflage looks like the type that might be used for winter exercises in places like Norway, where US forces often deployed for joint maneuvers. When I was in the Marine Corps long ago, the Goat was still in service. We sometimes saw them running around Camp Pendleton. On-topic for a car forum! The Gama Goat was originally powered by a Corvair air-cooled engine. But the weight of the vehicle kept going up. By the time it went in service, the 'Vair engine was severely stressed and often overheated. The designers switched to a 3-cylinder Detroit Diesel engine. It was mounted right behind the driver and LOUD, so hearing protection was mandatory. And while the Goat was technically amphibious, that feature required special training for the drivers. Otherwise it could turn into a submarine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 NICE!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted February 12, 2019 Author Share Posted February 12, 2019 Thanks guys and thanks for the extra info Mike999. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted February 12, 2019 Author Share Posted February 12, 2019 9 hours ago, cobraman said: Looks good. Would be cool on a display base as a diorama. I've put it in the Diorama section as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim N Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 Looks great Pat. I think the camo looks quite realistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 Well done nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted February 12, 2019 Author Share Posted February 12, 2019 Cheers Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray07 Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 great work love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 Looks great. Here's the pattern as I remember it, add the winter white (which we did) and yours is spot on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted February 19, 2019 Author Share Posted February 19, 2019 Thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mod3l Lover Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 (edited) Very nice build Patrick, I love it! My best friend was a mechanic on the Gama-Goat when he was stationed in Germany. He hated driving them because they have no leg room at all. And are loud, rough running, and smelly little buggers!! And slow!! David S. Edited March 15, 2019 by mod3l Lover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scalper Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 That's pretty neat, I like the camo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samdiego Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Did you scratch build that top? nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mod3l Lover Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 I know one kit comes with the up top Sam! Those were something I was checking out lately on the Wacky World Web!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted May 24, 2019 Author Share Posted May 24, 2019 Thanks guys, and thanks David for the info. We had until recently two USAF airfields about ten miles from us. All we saw on the roads were blue Chevy vans taking folks to the railway station and the odd Hummer, but they nearly took up the width of our narrow roads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisc63 Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 I had no idea what a Gama Goat was, but am so glad I clicked to find out! Very nice build, and exemplary paint work. I agree with others that say this needs a simple diorama to display in. Fun stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 Hadn't peeked in here in a while but I'm glad I did. Great job on that Gama Goat Pat. Don't see these any more. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted May 9, 2021 Author Share Posted May 9, 2021 Thanks guys I enjoy building something different, great kit by the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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