Program 5 ASPB Tutorial

Step 2: Hull Assembly
Super Tip= Super Detail=
Details of the forward hull and correct position of the anchor, rope tie-down, and locker hatch.
Correct position of the gun-stops for the forward Mk 48 Gun Turret.
Correct location for the fuel breathing tube and filler spout.
Correct location of the lifting hooks positioned port and starboard.
Parts required for the aft .50 cals; you will need two sets.
How to assemble the Mark 26 Tripod legs.
Correct placement of the assembled Mark 26 Tripod. Also note the correct locations for the lifting hooks and minesweeping gear on the rear deck.
Completely assembled deck-mounted .50 Cal MG. Notice in the background the two bunks attached to the top of the engine compartment canopy.
Correct method for building the safety gate on the rear deck using the kit supplied styrene rod.
The last step is to attach the safety chain. Rather than use the kit supplied chain, I used an old gold necklace, which was the exact scale size. Here is a great Super tip...ask permission from your wife if you decide to use her necklace to ensure its not 24K gold!

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