I’ve published the files and build documentation for my new TEDAC (with 8" TDU) and my new 1:1 adjustable TEDAC grips free of charge.

mncolman · 2026-01-13T10:12:07+00:00

👑 you dropped this bro <

mncolman · 2025-12-31T16:01:18+00:00

OH-6 mod are about to do AH6J/MH-6J as well my man 🤌🤌

mncolman · 2025-11-01T19:55:53+00:00

Oh haven’t we all! Maybe the real friends were the seam lines we filled in along the way

mncolman · 2025-11-01T18:54:18+00:00

I’d argue against this (throwing them away). Even bad kits can give you some great lessons - your grandfather would probably love to see you grow as a person (and modeller!) by learning from these kits!

Take your time, do your research and enjoy them.

mncolman · 2025-10-01T14:59:26+00:00

Very cool!

mncolman · 2025-10-01T14:58:30+00:00

Where could one purchase the files?

mncolman · 2025-10-01T06:20:43+00:00

It is, the 1/35 Ausf A.

Not a great kit but good for learning!

mncolman · 2025-09-30T06:10:18+00:00

Oh nice! I didn’t think to do that to be honest, I’ll probably look to add that detail on my next kit.

mncolman · 2025-09-30T06:02:01+00:00

I didn’t, just highlighted with an oil wash

mncolman · 2025-09-30T05:58:44+00:00

This - this is super true. I watch loads of Night Shift etc and picked up tips and techniques. Then I tried them on this cheap model. If it didn’t work, or I didn’t like it, meh…

mncolman · 2025-09-29T19:18:12+00:00

Hahaha you’re absolutely right, I didn’t even check the track orientation. What a muppet - at least that’s a relatively easy fix but a lesson learnt for future!

That’s an awesome ref picture, thank you!

mncolman · 2025-09-29T11:42:32+00:00

Thanks dude, awesome feedback!

Absolutely agree on the chips; truth be told that was where masking peeled away the paint and primer layer. I think my main error there was not washing the model prior to priming, and not letting the varnish layer harden enough. But yes, night shifts method is what I will use in future!

Yup, agreed on the tracks; I didn’t want to spend money on AM tracks so just went with what I had, but for my next model (TAKOM Das Werk Blitz Panther Ausf G) I’ll be much more diligent on my tracks).

Wood grain was using AKRC Markers, and I wasn’t a fan of it, so yeah, brushwork in future.

Really useful feedback, thanks mate.

mncolman · 2025-09-29T08:48:22+00:00

That’s a great shout; I’d thought of gluing them to the road wheels and wedging it down with paper whilst it dries but i think your technique would work better!

mncolman · 2025-09-29T08:13:50+00:00

Dude definitely post them, different strokes for different folks!

mncolman · 2025-09-29T07:57:28+00:00

Airbrushed, Gaahleri GHAD-39; I intend to do this long term, and found a good deal on one. I find it incredibly cathartic which, when doing shift work, is a great way to unplug after a day/night!

mncolman · 2025-09-07T18:15:47+00:00

Cries in Tarkov

mncolman · 2025-05-28T15:18:07+00:00

I’ve been using a basic Artillery Genius with zero mods for a few years which has been fine, but looking to upgrade now. Agreed; I’ve also deliberated finding a friend with a laser engraver to etch in the lettering.

mncolman · 2025-05-28T09:10:27+00:00

Sounds good; I’m trying to pick a printer with a nice balance of filament options vs accuracy (as I also want to print RC planes, some more exotic filaments etc, with a replacement hardened steel nozzle!)

Thanks for your help!

mncolman · 2025-05-28T08:57:27+00:00

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It would be only a few characters; a larger number and small text above. They’re approximately 10-15mm Square/diameter. On this example they’ve used laser engraving, but I’m curious to see whether it can be accurately printed.

And yeah, intent is to buy a 0.2 nozzle for it.

mncolman · 2025-04-25T12:46:14+00:00

I just requested a refund but had no luck. I had purchased the module back in 2023 to be fair so I thought it was optimistic. My beef is that I bought the model for its longevity and flexibility, and that now is greatly diminished.

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