This article was first published on February 16, 2012
The Ford Tf-C history is here
This vehicle comes from RPM, and apparently a lot of work to come.
I started the ford Tfc and as I already heard, some work is required especially when joining the different parts but even not the same as building tamiya, this is also modelling. As often with older models of the eastern countries, the model comes in flat plates which must then be assembled and that is a real challenge. The thickness of the parts is also a problem that must be taken into account, on the other hand, the level of detail is correct and the tiny rivets are very well represented, the building must be separated in two parts: the chassis and the superstructure. I started with the superstructure; I first made the roof with plastic card because of bad joining of the plates (still missing rivets), with access doors and their photoetched hinges .
I then went to the front part where I cut the armored hatches that protect the radiator, you really have to work slowly. I then refined the low sides parts because the thickness of the plates will be visible once the model completed. I then assembled the different front parts without any major problems.
This is the piece that joined the front and the body and there is a big gap when trying to ajust this piece, so I remade it with plastic card in order to assemble the motor compartment and the fighting compartment.
I also wanted to finish the frame of the ford for this message. when looking at the frame provided in the box, one can be skeptical especially when compared to photos or plans. Then the choice is between building it as it comes (because very little will be seen) or scratching what will be seen ie the shock absorbers, front bar and linkage. This is what I decided to do and finally I ended up redoing the whole frame. This is not a little job but ultimately it is a satisfaction.
I begin with the rear shock absorbers made from toothpaste foil
the beginning of the frame
an overall view of the front side there are much more details
Hello all, here is what looks like the Ford Tfc before painting.
the kit wheels are not very well cast so Mr Graham from Résicast kindly accepted to sell me a set of his ford T wheels, they are superb and I must say they make a definite plus to the model.
I love it looks like a toy rather than a war weapon. The figure is taken on my ba64, I’ve added a hood and goggles (not yet painted) in tribute to Tadeusz Tanski the creator of this vehicle (seen on the photo and died in Auschwitz 1941).
Hello all, after many problems, here is the finished ford Tfc. Hope you will like it.
