2012 POST APOCALYPSE/ZOMBIE HUNTER COMMUNITY BUILD

[Dr. Cranky]

Cool, can't wait to see the paint go on. Bring it on. Best wishes, DC

[ScaleModelAddict]

Thanks. Here's a final minor update before primer.

Decided to scratch a 'headlight' for this thing. What a chore...trying to simulate a halogen shop light. Inside is lined with metallic tape, and a large diameter fiber optic used for the bulb. Once the paints on, and the mask is off, should look decent.

[ScaleModelAddict]

Here's the obligatory primer shot. Main assembly at least.

[Dr. Cranky]

Oh yes, beautiful in primer, imagine in paint. Sweet.

[Wicky]

some realy mad builds here , took me hours to go through the 153 pages .

[Dr. Cranky]

Great to hear from you, Simon, and you know it's not too late for you to contribute a build. Cheers, DC

[Wicky]

not at the speed I build at I'm afraid , maybe next time .

[Bigdad]

I hope to get some progress pics of my dio later this week in the mean time here are a couple of pictures I found online of the two main components. The Scopedog is going to be knocked out laying on it's back with a skeletal pilot figure in the cockpit. A female post apocalyptic warrior will be standing over the pilot gun drawn making sure there is no zombie stuff going on, her 4wd battle Gremlin setting nearby.

Edited September 4, 2012 by Bigdad

[Dr. Cranky]

Roger, I love the Scopedog. I have one of those kits and it is on the list of kits to build. That Gremlin is just crying out to be built.

Thanks, DC

[ScaleModelAddict]

Tonight I got about 4 hours of bench time. Here are the results.

First, a base of rusty brown:

Then I painted the rear fins a white/flat aluminum mix:

Salt was next, followed by red on the bars, black on the frame, and a mid grey everywhere else:

After:

Decals, designed and printed this afternoon.....at...work:

Couldn't resist trying to get one of them on tonight:

Obviously still a ton to do. I think I'll go back in with red and sponge the frame. Same for the engine and other 'chrome' parts. The rest of the painting will have to be by brush and try to get different shades of aluminum on the bars and rods.

ONE QUESTION: What color should I paint the rotors?

Thanks guys!

[treadhead]

Well been away from the bench for a bit but finally got back to building. Here is an update on my Project Viper zombie hunter. I need to work on the turret a little and some touch up paint then weather.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/modelbuilder73/7946380168/in/photostream

http://www.flickr.com/photos/modelbuilder73/7946381458/in/photostream

http://www.flickr.com/photos/modelbuilder73/7946382760/in/photostream

http://www.flickr.com/photos/modelbuilder73/7946384064/in/photostream

http://www.flickr.com/photos/modelbuilder73/7946385394/in/photostream

[Chillyb1]

Thanks guys!

No, thank you! That is one of the coolest ideas I've ever seen. Bravo.

[Sixx]

Scott, that looks so freekin cool man!!!!

[ScaleModelAddict]

Shannon, that first pic...I was thinking...cool tank. Then the next revealed a car. Very cool!

Curtis, thank you sir.

Derrick, same to you. Appreciate it.

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Well another couple of hours at the bench tonight. Last night, honestly, was one of those nights when things just seem to go badly. Not sure why...just 2nd guessing my 'order of operations'. I usually get that way on the first 'paint day'...

Tonight though...pure fun.

Here's where she's at. Lots left to do. Kinda regret gluing everything up...hard to paint. I might have to pop off the battery to detail and wire that. We'll see.

Edited September 7, 2012 by ScaleModelAddict

[Bigdad]

OK guys here are my progress pictures let me know how you think it's coming along.

[ScaleModelAddict]

That's cool!

[Dr. Cranky]

Scott, amazing build. Love all the details like the inspired road signs out on back on the stabilizers. Beautiful.

Roger, this build and diorama are wonderful. Great job. Looking forward to more.

[blazefox]

Nice builds

[blazefox]

I got a ww1 sub chaser that,im making into a rescue / patrol ship

[apo.model1982]

NOVICE YET.....

[ScaleModelAddict]

Cool car. Love the double rear wheels and that turret is sweet.

[Dr. Cranky]

ATTENTION PLEASE:

Note that the due date for the models to be completed has been pushed up to January. This will give everyone time to finish one, two, or start a third project.

I am also postponing the photo op with the mail in models because Momma Cranky (who is 76) is having surgery next month and I have to be there for her.

The builds will continue though, so Gen. EYEGORE says "As you were!"

Edited September 11, 2012 by Dr. Cranky

[apo.model1982]

WHAT ABOUT THIS FORMER FORD?.....

[Bigdad]

I have a few more progress pictures of the Scopedog and the Gremlin, I still have some dry brushing and finish detailing to do on them. I will start painting the interior of the car and the figures next I'm thinking about adding a tree or something.

[Sixx]

ATTENTION PLEASE:

Note that the due date for the models to be completed has been pushed up to January. This will give everyone time to finish one, two, or start a third project.

I am also postponing the photo op with the mail in models because Momma Cranky (who is 76) is having surgery next month and I have to be there for her.

The builds will continue though, so Gen. EYEGORE says "As you were!"

Good luck to Momma Cranky!!!!!! Will be in our prayers for a speedy recovery!!!!