Revell 1/24 HLF20 Varus 4x4

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Re: Revell 1/24 HLF20 Varus 4x4

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Hi all I'm wondering if on the real thing these compartments are hinged some how
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After adding this detail the other bit fits over the top like this
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There are handles at the bottom of the outer shelving I'm wondering if I can some how make the parts hinged to show all the detail, there is loads of shelving like this and it would be a shame to hide all the detail.
Yes I could just not glue them so they are removable but I would like to try and make them as they are on the real thing.
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i would imagine they either hinge or slide, if you could get to a fire station they might be able to help you with the answer, you are doing a brilliant job it is coming together well, looking forward to more
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Nice. I think you are right, KP, otherwise the crew would not be able to access the rearmost racks. I wonder if the front rack hinges open to the right in a similar fashion to a door otherwise it probably slides to allow access. Have you checked Google Images? there might be some photos of the full-size on there.
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Hi all here are more of the many, many accessories for this vehicle
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this is looking very good doing a great job looking forward to seeing more
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Hi all here's another update, I thought I could improve this bit so I cut the moulded on straps off and made some of my own

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Then I thought to myself I can improve on that too.

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I do think my bench is getting quite full (and this is not all I'm working on)

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Here's an assortment of the accessories so far made for this.

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Wow, there is certainly plenty to be going at with this kit. You have certainly improved the look of that bag with the replacement straps.
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Hi all well thanks to Eddie Mc Vea and his pics here is the next update, I've added the missing cap holders to the hose clamps

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There is actually loads of missing detail from this bit and I'm not sure I have the skill to add it but I may try (see if I can work up the courage) 

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Excellent work, KP. As far as scratch building detail is concerned, might I suggest you take a leaf out of the late Sheperd Paine's book - just do enough to largely suggest the detail and the viewer's eye will usually deceive them into believing that the detail has been fully and faithfully replicated!
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wow a lot of detail in this build you have done a great job adding the extra detail you have so far i am sure you will make a good job of any more you put in
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Hi a little more progress

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Great looking equipment. It's going to look good when finished.

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Very smart indeed, KP.
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Hi all here is the next update

I've hinged this bit with some sticky backed aluminium foil

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Looking nice. Thought you'd done this though!! :ha: :lol:
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