roymattblack Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I'm loving you're slightly 'scruffy' take on the car - like a well used and loved old-timer. My Rolls Torpedo was more a polished museum car - mind you, being a Maharajah's car, it probably was - up until it caught fire a while ago...... When I start my Alfa - possibly the next one - I might have a bash at what you have done. Ace work. Roy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noeyedears Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Nice tip on attatching thin metal to plasticard. a lot of the photo etch stuff i come across can be a bit disappoining due to the "two dimensional" look ill keep your tip in mind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 1, 2014 Author Share Posted September 1, 2014 Nice tip on attatching thin metal to plasticard. a lot of the photo etch stuff i come across can be a bit disappoining due to the "two dimensional" look ill keep your tip in mind. I'll try to show that when I start to photo this final (engine) progress. Problem is, it's really tiny, and in a dark place on the engine. But I'll try... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 Almost there... Seen here is some linkage on carburetor, water temp sender (green wire-will go through f'wall when installed), oil filter linkage with control rod (running to duff plastic holder on pedals-will go through f'wall too), dizzy sync rod, and vertical lever assembly to connect all this junk to. Pardon the harsh flash shots but it's the only way to see the mostly black linkage and nooks and crannies. Makes the weathering look too dramatic but in person, it's much more subtle. Most of this linkage is as 1:1, especially the end connectors which I complete remade. Some of the 'z' bends were necessary because of Pocher's layout and not strickly 1:1. But all of it was black-now has some of my 'wear' added: Seen here in dead center is what Noeyedears asked about-a .005 ally bracket with styrene .015 doubler. The bracket holds a strap (also .005 but foil) and is ultra flimsy. The styrene backer stiffens it and is almost invisible with black edges. Also, the hole in the ally center has a drop of black to make it 'go away'. It's the only way sharp eyes can tell. I will have to do another when / if I tackle the dizzy sync linkage which will be hell to weave into place: The overall look to this point. Still to come (if I don't chicken-out); a fuel line to fuel filter on f'wall, carb butterfly linkage (nuts...) and distributor linkage: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Blinkin' amazing!!!!!! Roy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 3, 2014 Author Share Posted September 3, 2014 In order to escape (for a while) the tedious, fiddly detail, I needed some incentive and a look at where I'm going with this. The afflicted call it 'Pocher-itis'. So the engine got placed in the chassis. It is only placed, resting atop the rails. When installed, it will be 5mm aft and 5mm lower and a lot of things get connected. The photos are intentionally altered for exposure so you can see better-it's like a life raft in a phone booth to photo-it's that big in my tiny room. Tell me what you think: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noeyedears Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 its been so long since i have seen the chassis i had forgotten just how damn big it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 4, 2014 Author Share Posted September 4, 2014 These are the smallest linkage parts which I just made. They connect by rods with the distributor for advance and starting. They are as similar to 1:1 as I could get them. They are crudely made by hand as I don't have machine tools. They consist of 18 parts; 00-90 nuts, pins, styrene rod and .020 credit card. If I can snake them into place, I'll make the 3 control rods to connect to them, where the nubs of the pins protrude. I'll also have to make a distributor lever for one rod.. They will all be black and virtually lost under a lot of stuff. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 6, 2014 Author Share Posted September 6, 2014 Engine done...After 361 hours in 4 months, I'm calling it done. Decided not to press my luck. Thanks to some generous references supplied by several experts and Pocher modelers, I've determined that discretion IS the better part. It would barely be visible in my open hood model. Most of what I already did is barely visible under layers of detail. In fact, I had to take it outdoors to get adequate light to capture some of it. A few last minute washes to tone down and even the bright solder, tubes, pins, rods and links. You be the judge... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 It's stunning, almost a shame to fit it in place and not be able to see all that beautiful detail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noeyedears Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 you missed a bit...... seriously though that is simply stunning, proper modeling done properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louiex2 Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Your work is beyond amazing. I have to keeping reminding myself it it's a model, not 1:1 scale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 6, 2014 Author Share Posted September 6, 2014 Thank you gents-you're all very kind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 7, 2014 Author Share Posted September 7, 2014 A tip---if you're like me... Having just completed 4 months work on the engine, it's time to move to the next assembly; in this case the firewall. So the engine will be untouched for a while... Because I don't want to have to do repairs or worse...:<((, I get my finished stuff out of harms way; because if you're like me...s*** happens. So here's a no-fuss stand to store a Rolls engine. Some basswood, plastic tube, brass rod and epoxy is all it takes. Nothing fancy. Some of you do furniture-grade stands for your models but this is utilitarian. I purposely had left the exhaust manifold loose for ease of fitment into the chassis. Valve cover, oil filler and fan too. So I made a leg with 2 brass rods that fit into the engine mounts on the port side. The 3 exhaust ports are home to 3 styrene tubes on the other leg. Some careful measuring and cutting is all it takes. Nothing delicate on the engine is touching any surface. Now the lump lays comfortably on it's side and will go into a (large) shoebox sized plastic bin with snap on top. A bit of soft foam packing on the sides and it's dust, cat, child and bombproof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bentwaters81tfw Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 I hope you remembered to drain the sump first. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 7, 2014 Author Share Posted September 7, 2014 I hope you remembered to drain the sump first. :lol: Didn't have to-all leaked out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 An amazing build. A great shame there are SO many views, but so few comments............... Roy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzn20 Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 (edited) OK Roy! That engine looks real, The manifold and other components are a work of art.The finishes used are spot on too. I can't really add much,you're doing more than fine on your own!Keep on "Rolling"!! My Paternal Grandmother was secretary , she was 18 or 19, to Henry Royce near Manchester 19 oh something or a bit later. He said to her if you ever marry and have a son make sure he becomes an engineer. He did, so did I and my eldest son! I forgot to mention she married a Royal Flying Corps Sergeant Airframe fitter an original "rigger"! Fresh back from France during WW1. Edited September 9, 2014 by bzn20 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 9, 2014 Author Share Posted September 9, 2014 OK Roy! That engine looks real, The manifold and other components are a work of art.The finishes used are spot on too. I can't really add much,you're doing more than fine on your own!Keep on "Rolling"!! Thank you bz; will do-great to have engineering approval! Lovely story about Grandma too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Hi Codger, Just come across your beautiful Rolls This is a true work of art, I just love the fact that its going to be pristine on the outside and lived in underneath. Your attention to detail is a lesson to all us mere mortals. Will be following your creation with interest. Cheers Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 10, 2014 Author Share Posted September 10, 2014 Hi Codger, Just come across your beautiful Rolls This is a true work of art, I just love the fact that its going to be pristine on the outside and lived in underneath. Your attention to detail is a lesson to all us mere mortals. Will be following your creation with interest. Cheers Kev Kev, I'm as mere as a mortal as it gets . Don't put additional pressure on me to be a Deity! Most happy to have you along and that you like the direction I've taken. Not all modelers do and I certainly understand that. In fact, as you graciously state, I'm trying to blend accuracy and art. Dunno if I have enough skill to pull that off but I'll die trying. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shood23 Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 (edited) I just had to see if roys comment was true as i have never really paid that much attention to that bit and wow over 7000 views that in its self is something to be proud of Shaun Edited September 10, 2014 by shood23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 10, 2014 Author Share Posted September 10, 2014 I appreciate the compliment Shaun. I hope it encourages guys to build the classic Pochers and maybe takes some of the fear and loathing out of doing so. Many here can build me 'under the table'; any discussion about these I welcome as well as tips and methods for me to learn.Roy's 'India' car is saved and constantly referenced by me. For instance, the wood decal appliques are brilliant and the top process is off the charts. I figure sharing improves my own learning process... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 12, 2014 Author Share Posted September 12, 2014 Small update... The cowl and parts under construction. Some Bondo practice to fill shrinks and a stupid notch (2 actually) courtesy Pocher. A lot of plumbing to be added after colour applied: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noeyedears Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 hope the box is carpet monster proof too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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