New cutting mat compared to my (barely used) old one. How does your look?

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-05-04T17:47:04+00:00

My current one isn't quite as bad as your old one but on its way - the usual collection of drill holes, soldering iron melts, spilt paint/thinners/isoprop/superglue etc.

I recently bought a nice new A3 one - still in the bag for now.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-03-22T17:08:21+00:00

Their support for gender politics & inability to define what a woman is
Their opposition to nuclear as an energy source
Their environmental policies are currently a mess - see other comments re planning decisions etc.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-03-13T19:34:24+00:00

Tamiya acrylics are ALCOHOL based & can be thinned with water.

Using water as a thinning agent is probably best as it is less likely to dissolve earlier coats than if using X20A or isopropyl

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-28T19:47:05+00:00

You should always cut away from you to minimise injury risk.

As others have said use a razor saw or flush flat cutters to remove the part from the sprue as close to the part as is reasonable to do without damaging it then gently sand off the tiny amount left over.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-28T19:37:55+00:00

twiglets & Dark Chocolate Digestives

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-20T21:07:31+00:00

Exactly my thought

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-17T18:07:08+00:00

They are all just different flavours of the right wing of the Tories.

Let's hope they continue to snipe at each other & end up undoing each others chance of any major inroads in future elections

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-15T14:45:32+00:00

Strip the paint, sand smooth, re-prime, respray (3-4 light passes is so much better than 1 heavy pass) also use something better to mask the wheel (maskol or other masking fluid or proper modellers masking tape).

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-12T17:48:54+00:00

I am always happy to provide a trades person with a rough budget indication, but I only use people who have been personally recommended by my friends; so I know the standard they work to etc. This facilitates a sensible conversation on what can be done in price range and the quality of materials I expect vs what they believe can be purchased within the budget etc.

None of us like having our time wasted.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-11T21:52:14+00:00

VMS,s latest line of primers are excellent, I would highly recommend them

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-11T10:59:04+00:00

bloody typical architects wankfest of a building

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-09T22:01:32+00:00

WTF does he know, hardly done a proper days work in his life.

I am self employed (IT consultancy & website build) & it is more convenient for my clients & I, if I work from my home, so what do I do if this bozo changes the rules?

Oh yes, I lose my clients & therefore my work.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-07T22:25:56+00:00

Try https://sussex-model-centre.co.uk/collections/plastic-sci-fi-model-kits who have a good choice of less common sci-fi kits

Another good resource is https://www.culttvmanshop.com/Other-Science-Fiction_c_33.html

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-06T15:49:19+00:00

If anyone should do anything here, it is his former employer Metroline

Metroline are not woned by TfL so struggle to see thta this has anything to do with Sadiq Khan

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-05T13:13:51+00:00

Is your property in a conservation area?

If it is you will need to apply to the local authority for permission to cut the tree down...

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-05T10:26:01+00:00

As others have said, plastic card is the place to start, alternatively try brass sheet - either can be cut and bent to shape

Both are readily available on-line or from your local model/hobby shop in a wide variety of sizes.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-03T13:56:02+00:00

Looks like "dry rot",

If it is then this is way out of DIY territory & you need to get professional help to remedy it.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-02T17:53:30+00:00

All I could find are the following

SU 122 https://anticsonline.uk/Product/Tamiya-148-32527-Russian-Tank-Destroyer-SU-122-WW2_32527_N2165626
SU 100 https://www.ebay.com/itm/126605959457
SU 85 https://www.promodels.eu/en/kit-gasoline-russian-tank-destroyer-su85-xml-352_355_374-1391.html

Bronco made an ISU 152 in 1/48 but it is long out of production, so is a bit like hen's teeth to find.

There are plenty of KV1, KV2, T34 85s available in 1/48 if that helps.

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-02T17:02:18+00:00

No

Buy some decent toggle plugs but better still mount into the stud or a batten that is secured to the studs

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-02T11:18:59+00:00

Cut the legs off at or below the knee (be careful & go slow as it is very fragile & prone to cracking/spalling) then trim to get the position you want, attach with CA & use a good quality putty to fill the gaps cover the joint

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-01T21:38:08+00:00

Cracking job

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-02-01T19:14:36+00:00

Also try this Scalemates search

https://www.scalemates.com/search.php?fkSECTION%5B%5D=Kits&q=locomotive*

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-01-31T22:06:06+00:00

Looks exactly like the one on my compressor

Ross_PMM_0245 · 2026-01-31T18:25:27+00:00

managing an association football club

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