Machinator Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 Since doing this project I was asked a number of times to do a tutorial on how to replace the standard treads with my Liberator Pattern 1.0s (you can also use the same process with the Oppressor or Krusher Pattern 1.0s). Well I finally got around to building another one (for the same customer no less) and I documented the whole process as best as I could. So here we go. First up you want to remove the ridge that runs along the top of the outer track plates of the Land Raider so that you have a flat surface going all the way across. http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1821.jpg Also on the outer track plates there is a recessed portion on the angled front portion that needs to be raised up so that it is flush with the rest of the edge. I did this by gluing a 0.03x0.06 inch strip of plasticard. I them patched it and cut the grooves in it so that it matched. http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1823.jpg Next you need to increase the radius at the front of the track section so that the larger treads can smoothly go around. I did this by gluing two strips of 0.060x0.125 inch plasticard (or you can use one strip of 0.125x0.125) along the entire front section. You want to do this on all four track plates. http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1824.jpg In order for the wrap around treads to clear along the top of the tank they need to be raised up about a 0.25 inches. In this case I glued a 0.25x0.10 inch strip of plasticard along the top of all four plates and made it flush with the outer edge of each plate. I them patched and sanded the joint smooth. You can then assemble the two track sections (don't forget to install the front access ramp and its opening mechanisms. The other thing you will want to do is smooth over the sharp edges where the new plasticard meets the model to that the track has a smooth transition. http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1846.jpg As there are some different armor layers on the outer track panels along the back I added a few extra piece of plastic to get them to match. It's not necessary but it a nice touch to get everything to blend together. http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1847.jpg At this point you can begin wrapping the treads all the way around the track sections. I like to start in the very front with a couple of treads and continue along the top and bottom. In all you will need 39 treads per side. The Liberator Pattern 1.0 pack comes with 40 treads so you will need two packs all together (if you decide to use the Oppressor or Krusher Pattern 1.0s you will need a 3rd pack as the treads are shorter). The section I leave to last is the angled area on the rear top of the treads section. As the treads are a little short you will need to sand this area down until you get the two ends to meet. Then the tracks are done! http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/RearTop.jpg Lastly you assemble the rest of the model. There will be some tripping to do on the front top plate to remove the part of the tab where there is no longer a slot (if you’re also using the Forgeworld Mk2 kit prepare for a lot of swearing as nothing fits together right). The last modification is to the top plate. As the armored plates above the track sections are no longer needed you just need to trim off the two sides and finish the assembly. http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1848.jpg Finally you can add new rivets and the like to finish the look. Then it’s ready for paint! http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1855.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1852.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1856.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1853.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/IMG_1857.jpg Hope this all helps ^_^ Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phal Brannon Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 ;) Stunning! Thanks for sharing. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2782610 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lestat Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 Now that looks amazing! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2782667 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted June 5, 2011 Author Share Posted June 5, 2011 Now that looks amazing! Thanks guys! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2782735 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 Beautiful fusion of old style and new models. Excellent stuff. :lol: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2783383 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Morgan Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 Looking good Machinator! Any new treads in the pipeline? What progress on your DA Fellblade? I really want to see what plasma weapons you make for the main armament and put me down for one when you make/sell them. Regards, Brother Morgan Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2815762 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted July 31, 2011 Author Share Posted July 31, 2011 Well it took a while but the original Mk1.5 Land Raider was finally painted and WOW what a paint job it is! Courtesy of Jim Wappel: http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/LandRaider1.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/LandRaider2.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/LandRaider3.jpg http://i877.photobucket.com/albums/ab340/machinator248/LandRaider4.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2834705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmimellows Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Thats just effing amazing to be honest. I really like that paintwork. I will still at some point be buying 2 sets of your spikey landraider treads for the forgeworld raider kit (provided you still sell them of course). Just need to buy the kit first. Awesome! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2856044 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzy-xc Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 I bought these treads and they are gonna look fantastic on my LR. I also bought an Mk I Predator Turret which brings back memories. Machinator has good prices and quality plastic. I was happy with what I ordered. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2856928 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinator Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Thats just effing amazing to be honest. I really like that paintwork. I will still at some point be buying 2 sets of your spikey landraider treads for the forgeworld raider kit (provided you still sell them of course). Just need to buy the kit first. Awesome! Yep, I'll still have them. The ones you will be looking for are the Oppressor Pattern 0 tank treads. I bought these treads and they are gonna look fantastic on my LR. I also bought an Mk I Predator Turret which brings back memories. Machinator has good prices and quality plastic. I was happy with what I ordered. Thanks Dizzy, I appreciate the comments. Feel free to post pics here when you're done. I'd love to see your work. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/231337-mk1-land-raideror-mk15/#findComment-2858573 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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