Merkava Tweaks List for Andy Barnett

I almost missed you question as it was so far down the page.
Here's a partial list:
Fire extingisher handle: (Exhaust pipe is inside exhaust outlet-not visible)Don't forget to fill the sponsons on both sides.
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Cast on serial numbers:
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Torsion springs on all hatches:
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Top hatch too short, should be lengthened: (I still need to replace the rubber dust shield over the hatch)
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When I built this, there was no photo etch available for it. The kit doesn't really need it, although I replaced the screens with some railroad stuff that happened to have the right pattern:
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These are just basic corrections. I somehow did not upload the lightening holes in both the drive sprocket and idler, but don't forget those. If you want more than basic, you might as well do these:

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Ah, you might as well remove the tow shackles and then replace them for a better look, as above.

And these:

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Finally, those large lifting lugs are often seen on Merkavas. I took them off of some old WWII Soviet tank.