1:100 Panther Variants (G, A, F)

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I was unable to find any super consistent Panther variants that could meet my requirements, so I decided to create and modify my own models. I couldn't have done this without the help of other modelers on Thingiverse and GrabCad. Alainkif's existing models with zimmermit were a huge inspiration, and I highly recommend checking them out if you decide to manually inspect these models. I also want to thank user Adam Spěvák for his original model that I used as a reference. These models are specifically designed to be printed using a DLP Resin printer like the Elegoo Mars, which is the one I tested them on. Unfortunately, I don't have plans to create SLA printer variants of these parts, but if someone wants to do it, just send me a direct message and I'll be happy to provide you with parasolid files. When assembling these models, I highly recommend using superglue to attach 3mm dia. x 1mm thick magnets to the turret and body in the provided holes. Assembling the tracks can be challenging because they are slightly wider than the space between the hull and skirt. To make them strong enough for printing and handling, I had to thicken the skirts, which meant that the original track thickness wouldn't fit anymore. I left the tracks thick so that you can remove a few of the skirt pieces if you want to maintain their full thickness underneath. However, before gluing it in place, you'll need to sand or file the top part of the track links to fit within the skirts, otherwise they will break off when you force them. Edit 1: I realized that the problem wasn't with my printer settings after all. The "Double Track Link" model, which is intended to be glued to the back of the panther bodies as stowage after painting, had issues printing the alignment flange correctly because the material was too thin (.2mm unsupported). So, I made some adjustments and hopefully it works now and looks about the same.