uilleann Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 (edited) I don't know which leaves me with greater hunger...the insane awesome build progress...or supper?! Edited March 5, 2017 by uilleann 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 This is a bit like watching someone build a cathedral Nigel, bringing order to the universe on piece at a time. (That fish dish looked fabulous btw..) Tony 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whofan Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Nigel Heath said: That was a good place to stop as they can harden up before adding the next stages which are the undercarriage doors. Last night I made myself a dish of poached cod with a cheesy mustard sauce and new potatoes: Tonight I am going to make a chicken and leek stroganoff. Bye for now, Nigel You know all's well in the world when Nigel's modelling and cooking! Welcome back Nigel, the build is exquisite, and the chicken and leek striving sounds divine! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Great stuff Nigel and good work on the white metal bits - what a pain they seem to be. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted March 5, 2017 Author Share Posted March 5, 2017 Thanks for the comments guys, appreciated as ever. Here is my chicken and leek stroganoff It was from a Jamie Oliver recipe and I think it would have been a bit better to have browned the chicken first (which I nearly did but decided to follow the instructions exactly). Ah well, live and learn. Bye for now, Nigel 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted March 11, 2017 Author Share Posted March 11, 2017 This is where I started today with my Horten standing on her legs for the first time: I decided to deviate from the instructions for the first time and not add the DF loop, mast and u/c doors as they would be too vulnerable to damage and can easily be added at the end of the build: It is already difficult enough to find safe handling points for this very fragile thing. The first job of the day was to install the engines: I had not been looking forward to that but it went surprisingly well. Next these V shaped braces were added to the underside: A few more parts were added and then I sorted out the top braces, both of which ultimately broke off. I think these would have been better as separate parts as they were too vulnerable during all the preceding construction: The main part of the canopy presented an interesting bending job which was achieved with a combination of bending jig and pliers: Here are all the canopy parts ready for installation: During canopy installation I managed to break off one of the main u/c legs completely, here it is drying after being glued back in place: I think that is a good place to stop while it hardens up overnight. I just have a bit more to do on the canopy and then tomorrow it will be onto the wings!! Bye for now, Nigel 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Great work Nigel but I still maintain you are completely off your trolley with this one! Martian of Wibble 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pheonix Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Gob smacked! I agree with Martian - and I thought that what I do is a bit near the limit sometimes! P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendie Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I agree with them above. It's a sad old world when the things you do start to make Martian look like the sane one among us. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted March 11, 2017 Author Share Posted March 11, 2017 LOLs me making Martian looking sane, not a chance, he's an IPMS judge after all. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Great stuff Nigel. All those fragile, bendable parts would drive me potty! Good job Sir, she's coming along nicely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaffajake Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 It's looking like the batmobile at this stage. Looking good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 16 hours ago, hendie said: I agree with them above. It's a sad old world when the things you do start to make Martian look like the sane one among us. Clearly I am not trying hard enough! 15 hours ago, Nigel Heath said: LOLs me making Martian looking sane, not a chance, he's an IPMS judge after all. Harsh but fair Nigey! As I was also comp sec, I am certainly bang to rights there. Martian 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted March 12, 2017 Author Share Posted March 12, 2017 I actually got the canopy installed last night. The front part is only attached at two points and is yet another fragile area: Today I have nearly finished off both wings but Photobucket refuses to upload my photos. I will try again later or tomorrow. Bye for now, Nigel 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Try Post Image Nigey, it has given me no trouble since I gave PB the boot. There is even a contact point for help which got back to me very quickly when I got into a muddle when I had to change my email address. Well recommended! Martian the Helpful 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTiger66 Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Still quite incredible to watch this build. It looks extremely delicate. Superb precision modelling Nigel The picture of cod in cheesy mustard sauce a few posts back is stuck in my brain, making me hungry, as are those very nice looking new potatoes. Yum! All best regards TonyT 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted March 17, 2017 Author Share Posted March 17, 2017 I have finally got last weekend's photos loaded. Wing construction started with some careful bending of the ribs That was done mainly with flat jawed pliers and where space was really tight with fine pointed tweezers. By the end of work on Sunday one wing was virtually finished with the other one not too far behind: I've just got to add the drag rudders and a few more bits and pieces and then the wings can be fitted and this will then be complete. I should get this finished tomorrow. Until then bye, Nigel 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 The wings are looking good! However the though just occurred to me that I hope you don't need to add nose weight to this model once the wings are on and the centre of gravity moves aft. Martian the Mischievous 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Lovely looking wings, that man! I can't help thinking that nosewheel oscillation on this thing could have been a serious problem. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Really coming together, literally. All that metal looks beautiful Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 I've missed a a Nigel build! Mea lots of culpa Trevor the truly sorry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendie Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 3 hours ago, Pete in Lincs said: I can't help thinking that nosewheel oscillation on this thing could have been a serious problem. so would a good sneeze ! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeusa Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 My eyes hurt from just looking at this build. You, sir, are a metal artisan! At this point in time, if I was doing this kit, the shape would be similar to that of aluminum foil rolled up into a ball! It is amazing. And it is nice to see references to your culinary craft skills too. Reminds me of the first build I ever saw you do on this fine site. Well done on the Horton and the meals. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 I... uh... wuh... All that bending work on the wings... two photos. Too humble Nigel, I'm sure there was lots of pain involved. They're looking great though. Weird, but great 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 And I thought I had framework worries to contend with! I always look forwards to seeing there's a new post up in this thread Nigel, if only to feel humbled by your patient sense of purpose. (blasted auto-correct nearly had me complimenting you on your 'patent porpoise'...) Admirable sir, quite admirable. Tony 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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