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I'd be in for a schwimmwagen!

Jay wrote:I'm interested in the schwimmwagen, but would like to have an idea of the price tag first.

I would be interested in the schwimmwagen, but would also would like an estimated price.

Razor17019 wrote:

Jay wrote:I'm interested in the schwimmwagen, but would like to have an idea of the price tag first.

I would be interested in the schwimmwagen, but would also would like an estimated price.

I have debated this with some of my buddies.

Almost all of the Jeeps and Kubles are selling for $100 + If you can find them.

So my estimated price will be about $100- $150.

Anything less would probably not be worth doing considering the price of resin and RTV these days.

Count me in !!

As far as the Kuble windshield goes. What are you guys missing ?

The frame with wipers and glass ?

pickelhaube wrote:As far as the Kuble windshield goes. What are you guys missing ?

The frame with wipers and glass ?

The frame and glass are one single piece made of clear plastic.The frame is painted in gray.I guess that the only way to make it is in two separate pieces.

Knowing the detail you put in your models and the fact the a Schwimmwagen would be so cool, I feel what your asking is more than fair, please count me in for one .

P.S. don't forget that 251 mod, got to love those clam shell doors

TankAce wrote:

pickelhaube wrote:As far as the Kuble windshield goes. What are you guys missing ?

The frame with wipers and glass ?

The frame and glass are one single piece made of clear plastic.The frame is painted in gray.I guess that the only way to make it is in two separate pieces.

So is this the piece that you guys want ?

ram04 wrote:Knowing the detail you put in your models and the fact the a Schwimmwagen would be so cool, I feel what your asking is more than fair, please count me in for one .

P.S. don't forget that 251 mod, got to love those clam shell doors

The Sdkfz 251 mod will be the first mod after the Horten.

Hey now, if your going to make windsheilds, my second hand Kubel is missing the machinegun and mount and maybe some other parts I'm unaware of, oops, sounds like a 1:18 kubel could be next, I'm sure yours would be heads above the old 21st

I'm very interested for VW schwimm 1/18

just won a minichamps kubelwagen HOW about some sand tyres/wheels for 21st kubel ? schwimmwagen is a must have

Id take a couple for customs!!

I would love to see a 1:18 Schwimmwagen.

Yoxford wrote:Matthew, I have a 1/16 Schwimmwagen kit made by Edward...(looks great with my FOV 1/16 Tigers)...would love to see one in 1/18...I still have the instructions that are quite detailed and can scan/send them if you want.

How much do those go for?? Cant find any available anywhere!!

Trigger 1 is sending me a copy of his Kubel windshield. ( THANKS !!!!)

Is this what you guys want ?



I can make a cast of the frame laying some pins on the hinge . You can use a pin vise drill to drill the hinge on your Kubel so the window can swing up and down.

I will also supply a piece of clear styrene so you can set it in the frame.

How much would you guys want to pay for this ?

I am thinking $10-$15 how does that sound ?

Jnewboy, unfortunately, the 1/16 Schwimmwagon from Eduard is out of production...sucks because I wanted to pick up a couple more...paid $40.00 for the kit from Great Models about 4 years ago...here are some shots of one...hope they re-release it one day
http://www.tanktraxx.com/gallery/thumbn ... p?album=11

Yoxford wrote:Jnewboy, unfortunately, the 1/16 Schwimmwagon from Eduard is out of production...sucks because I wanted to pick up a couple more...paid $40.00 for the kit from Great Models about 4 years ago...here are some shots of one...hope they re-release it one day
http://www.tanktraxx.com/gallery/thumbn ... p?album=11

Looks fantastic!!! PM me if you ever find another for sale anywhere!

pickelhaube wrote:Trigger 1 is sending me a copy of his Kubel windshield. ( THANKS !!!!)

Is this what you guys want ?



I can make a cast of the frame laying some pins on the hinge . You can use a pin vise drill to drill the hinge on your Kubel so the window can swing up and down.

I will also supply a piece of clear styrene so you can set it in the frame.

How much would you guys want to pay for this ?

I am thinking $10-$15 how does that sound ?

That's what i need.Your price range is good.specialy now that it is impossible to find this part on ebay.Even if someone list this part on ebay,i know it won't close cheap.
If you are still considering to cast the Kubelwagen,maybe the minichamps version is more worth doing because of the better details like the steering wheel,seats,convertible top,etc.
But please make the Swimwagen before the Kubelwagen.I think because there is already a kubelwagen made,the swimwagen will be more of a priority.

Kind of pricey

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SCHWIMMWAGEN-Ty ... 3cc110dbab

pickelhaube wrote:Kind of pricey

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SCHWIMMWAGEN-Ty ... 3cc110dbab

Thats insane, and 1/15 is to big

I had a strange thought, what if you made yours 1/17??

You could market it to both 1/18 collectors and 1/16 collectors

Jnewboy wrote:

pickelhaube wrote:Kind of pricey

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SCHWIMMWAGEN-Ty ... 3cc110dbab

Thats insane, and 1/15 is to big

I had a strange thought, what if you made yours 1/17??

You could market it to both 1/18 collectors and 1/16 collectors

1/18 figures will also fit better.

So, have you made a decision yet, is the Schwimmwagen going to be the next full build?

If it is, please put me down for one and let me know if you need a deposit or prepaided, thanks.

ram04 wrote:So, have you made a decision yet, is the Schwimmwagen going to be the next full build?

If it is, please put me down for one and let me know if you need a deposit or prepaided, thanks.

Hey Ram,

Yes I do believe I will make it. But after a long list of mods. Money is tight everywhere so the less expensive mods is the name of the game for now.

List of upcoming mods AFTER THE HORTEN

Sdkfz 251 backdate
Panzer Skirts
Panther skirts
Sherman Jumbo
Sherman Composite
Tulip rocket package for Firefly
Sherman track duckbills

I wanted to do the White Scout Car conversion but there did not seem to be a lot of interest.

This could be the Year of the Dragon but according to my calendar it is the year of the Cat.

After the Horten, I will be starting the Tiger II a little at a time in between other projects.

The Horten has taken way too much time and all other projects are on hold until it runs it's course.

So you guys YOUR CHANCES OF HAVING A TIGER II THIS YEAR WILL BECOME A REALITY !!!!!!!!

The Schimm will probably lead up to the T II .

Hey work in the Panther IR kit! it would be awesome! and small! It can also be used on the sdkfz 251! I cant believe that Im the only one who would want a couple!!!