A Kübelwagen under repair

[JurgenH]

Hello everyone,

As the saying goes, after the model is before the model.
As already announced, here are the first pictures of the S-model Kübelwagen Type 82.
A dear model-building colleague gave it to me as a gift some time ago.
Since I don't have any models I want to build at the moment, I chose this model as my umpteenth Kübelwagen to build in between other projects. I can't do anything simple. I found a nice little photo that can be recreated without too much difficulty.


Source (Reinhardt Frank. PKW der Wehrrmacht , Motorbuchverlag




It is a Mercedes G3A, but it is just to illustrate what I mean.
The only changes I made were to remove the front lower fairing, which actually consists of two parts. The two support stands are scratch-built.
The figures are a tank crewman from Peiser and an aircraft mechanic from Aifix, from whom I removed the ammunition belts and arms.

I took some artistic license by adding “insert windows” to the Kübelwagen. These are plastic sheets in a metal frame that were simply inserted into the doors and rear sides. These were still in use by the German Armed Forces during my time in the military. To make it a little clearer, I have included a photo.




It's a Mercedes G3A, but it just illustrates what I mean.
The only changes I made were to remove the front lower trim, which actually consists of two parts. The two support blocks are scratch build.
The only changes I made were to remove the front lower fairing, which actually consists of two parts. The two support stands are scratch-built.

Actually, the photo shows a Kübelwagen with a closed top. I have at least eight tops for the Kübel in my box, but none of them fit—the windshield is extremely wide, with 3 mm too much on the right and left. That's why I had to compromise.

The figures are a tank crewman from Peiser and an aircraft mechanic from Aifix, from whom I cut off the ammunition belts and arms. The new arms are from my collection.
For the prize figure, I sawed off the arms, moistened them with glue, and bent th
The figures are a tank crewman from Peiser and an aircraft mechanic from Aifix, from whom I cut off the ammunition belts and arms. The new arms are from my collection.
For the prize figure, I sawed off the arms, moistened them with glue, and bent them while they were still soft.
Here are sThe pictures from my work.












Jürgen

[Santi Pérez]

Good start, Jürgen. I will follow this new project with interest, in which you once again improve a German military vehicle from the WWII with your previous exhaustive documentation work, as well as your usual skill and precision in executing it.

Santi.

[huib]

Nice project, Jürgen!

[Susofrick]

Always liked the kübelwagen and this looks nice!

[k.b.]

A fascinating title and equally fascinating thread. Mechanics has never been my strong point but I`ve always admired guys who can fix their own cars. Be they real or in miniature. Congratulations Jurge on your beautiful craftsmanship.

[JurgenH]

Thanks for your nice comments. This is just something for in between. I'm waiting for three 3D models from Poland. Very rare cars.
KB: I think that's because I trained for three years and also worked as a journeyman for three years. In Germany, you can't earn much money in this profession.
Jürgen

[JurgenH]

Here are the pictures with the plug discs and the Kübelwagen on the trestles. I used these figures: 1 Preiser and 1 Airfix German Luftwaffe.







Jürgen

[Peter]

Looks real nice so far! Following Jürgen!

[k.b.]

Brilliant Kubelwagen Jurgen. One little detail I forgot to mention on my previous post was how much i loved the beautifully subtle wear and tear of the seats.
Now i can't wait to see the painted minis.........and how it will all come together.

[MABO]

Interesting conversions to represent the mechanics.

[JurgenH]

Thanks for the replies. The seats were easy. A beautiful engraving was cast. Simply painted with green. Then painted with a homemade wash
made from brown water and glass cleaner, painted dry with beige. Done.
The glass cleaner immediately removes the paint particles. I also use it as a thinner and cleaner. I threw away all the washes I had bought and mixed three myself. That's all I need.
Jürgen