IDF TOW M151
The Example
the kit
steps 1 & 2 completed... chassis completed
Working on accessories
Basic TOW parts built
Basic upper body work done and screen added over front grill.
Most subassemblies completed, ready to be added
IDF stowage mods made to rear and right side. Scratch built ammo .30 cal. ammo can racks and second radio antenna mount base shelf. Mods done to improve ground mount tripod.
Machine gun mount added
More .30 cal. ammo cans added
Lightening slots added to launch tube
Wiring and connection slot added for MGS, radio, and bottom of day sight corrected.
Started adding interior components
Antennas added
Scratch built pedals and tripod top rack
Fittings scratch built for hood and ammo can rack for fender
Speaker made for R-442 receiver.
Ready for primer
Base coat of IDF Sand Gray on
Primer on
Secondary colors applied, rear 1/4 view
Secondary colors applied, front 1/4 view
Found some substitute headlight lenses in my spares… ground out the kit parts
Added the spares lenses
Just about finished…
Calling it pretty much finished...
Comments
37 8 June 2023, 00:42
Carlos CisnerosThanks guys! Enjoy the show. I want to get this one wrapped up real soon.
21 October 2023, 03:38
Carlos CisnerosThank you Rui. It was something of an adventure to get this finished as envisioned.
4 November 2023, 18:07
Carlos CisnerosNeuling & Villiers, thank you for looking in and your kind feedback!
5 November 2023, 20:08
CaptGPFLove the add-ones and weathering, gives it that realistic look of a vehicle in service.
12 February, 15:14
Jennifer FranklinOkay, I feel like I can see the dust in the air around this one. The weather is so good; amazing work.
12 February, 15:17
Carlos Cisneros@CaptGPF, @Jennifer,
Many thanks for your kind words! I'm very happy to hear that you like this build. It was an enjoyable project.
13 February, 02:12
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1982 Lebanon TOW Jeep
