Trumpeter AVGP Grizzly Model Kit Build - Part 1

In this episode we undertake the construction of our Trumpeter AVGP Grizzly. In general the kit builds up easily but we have quite a few holes to drill and filling is required to clean up the many gaps as a result of loose fitting parts. While the fit in this kit does not match the high standard engineering found in more premium products, it's low price somewhat mitigates the short comings. Still with very few manufactures releasing models of the AVGP, this kit is a solid choice for the builder willing to invest the elbow grease to bring this kit to show quality standards.
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[@danaringquist9730]

Not to blow sunshine up your dress, but after watching many-many-many different people I've found your videos the most useful and easy to understand what your doing.

[@stevieRay3211]

A little sunshine never hurt anyone. Thanks Dana, always nice to hear people are getting something out of the videos. All the better if it makes the model building easier and more enjoyable for others. GL on your own projects!😁

[@panzer-meister]

It's nice and politely work. Looking forward to painting work.

[@stevieRay3211]

Hey thanks PM, always nice to get a note from you. Yeah the model is begging for tiger stripes.

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

Nice video hope there more to come.

[@stevieRay3211]

Thanks for the note DD. More videos in the pipeline for sure. Stay well.

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

@@stevieRay3211 Thank's tomas

[@BodiesBuilds]

Tomas, the AVGP stands for the ( Armored Vehicle General Purpose ) vehicle group in the C.A.F. ( Canadian Armed Forces. ) I am an ex 2nd Battalion P.P.C.L.I. infantryman / weapons tech. I was out before we used these in the army, but I did drive the old A.P.C. Very impressed with your build. I am building one now. Thanks for the tips.

[@stevieRay3211]

Hi Stu. Thank you for your note and for your service. Another buddy I have also served and we had a few discussions about the 'ol Grizzly while I was building. Amazing the affinity service people have for the vehicles they operated. While I can only admire the hardware from afar, building the models at least gets me close. Best of luck on your build and I'm sure you'll have fun weathering your little bear. Cheers!

[@BodiesBuilds]

Tomas, thank you for your response. I am enjoying the build & your videos, but have one problem. The screen on the front with the three windows, do they go beveled edge in or out? Instructions not too clear. I am also painting them with a clear blue. I lost one of the B-26 hook-ups on the front top hull & so decided to leave them out & filled the slots where they went. When I am done I hope to be able to show you the finished model. Cheers

[@stevieRay3211]

Hey Stu. If memory serves, bevel in on the windows. But please dry fit them first to be sure. They fit together in a reasonably logical way. I struggled a bit with that assembly myself....and others on that build. Trumpeter kits are inexpensive but they come with their own issues. Yes, once you're done I'd love to have a look!

[@SteveJonesScaleModellingSite]

Great wrok on getting this kit sorted. Looking forward to the next update

[@stevieRay3211]

Hey SJ, thanks for the note. Painting and weathering is coming up so hope you'll stop by again. I dropped you a sub so looking forward to your videos too!

[@SteveJonesScaleModellingSite]

Many thanks for the sub. Happy modelling my friend

[@steveankin2682]

Another masterpiece is the making. Good work Tomas. Hope you are well.Thanks for sharing. Steve UK.

[@stevieRay3211]

Hi Steve! Thank you for stopping by and glad you enjoyed the video. Not sure I can live up to the "masterpiece" expectation but I'll give a darn good try. All the best mate.

[@tonyde6423]

Magic work mate stay safe cheers👌

[@stevieRay3211]

You too Tony. Hidden away in my back room with my models I should be safe enough, other than my seam and gap anxiety. All the best to you and thanks for the nice note!

[@tonyde6423]

@@stevieRay3211 my back room is a shed outside not allowed inside the house just me and the dog cheers

[@stevieRay3211]

Us model builders are a banished breed. At least pooch keeps you company.

[@tonyde6423]

@@stevieRay3211 thats all you can ask for cheers

[@ada42klm]

Outstanding work Mr. Tomas! The antenna lecture was great. I will attempt that in the future. Thank you for sharing your work. Kudos to you.

[@stevieRay3211]

Thanks for the note Azzy - always nice to read the encouraging ones. The ethernet wire is a bit stiff and maybe really pliable but thin and strong fishline may work better.

[@alainvandenbosch2685]

Oh whaouw... another great video !!! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL !!!

[@stevieRay3211]

Hey Alain, thanks for stopping by. Glad you enjoyed the video. Looking forward to finishing this little tub and she should look cool with a few tiger stripes. Stay well.