I decided to get some colour on the wheels and lower hull as I needed to at least fit the idlers now and then add the outer front mudguard parts so I could get them sanded flush and blended in before the main colours went on.
XF 67 NATO green with some lighter tones added using XF 15 flat flesh went on nicely. this was followed by a further test f the AK markers using the rubber black on the wheels. This performed brilliantly and again was such a time saver. I'm very impressed with this wheel set which I can see being my default solution to wheel rubber painting.
I then fitted the idlers then the side portions of the mud guards, then blended in the seams with a bit of filler and sanded flush. I am waiting on tow ropes arriving so will probably not continue with the painting until they arrive.