keefr22 Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 That's coming along very nicely Mark, the chrome strip in the rear window looks really good! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted April 28, 2017 Author Share Posted April 28, 2017 Thanks, I wasn't sure how the tape would react to the chrome marker but it went on without any issues and didn't affect the adhesion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted April 30, 2017 Author Share Posted April 30, 2017 The resin detail set parts have been painted, these are the 'bull bars', 3x fuel filler caps, rear aux. spot lamp, AVO lamp brackets. I've also added the covers to the two upper spot lights which await the CIBIE decals applying. Due to the Bank Holiday the mesh for the stone guard will be delayed thus causing a temporary halt to assembly. Hopefully the replacement rear lights will be cast soon too. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 Looking good Mark, very good. I too was away over the weekend enjoying wildlife in the Tankwa Karoo... Roo bar looks the biz as do the lights etc, it's coming together nicely. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 4, 2017 Author Share Posted May 4, 2017 Yeah, the mesh arrived today. Boo, bad guess at the mesh size/gauge, it could fill the holes in the Turpitz - back to the drawing board! Anyone advise where i can source some? Here's a photo of what I'm after. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 Hi Mark, I used to buy the stuff from Media Mix in Singapore, haven't used them for a good few years but they always used to be really good when I did; https://www.mediamixhobby.com.sg/shop/catalogsearch/result/?q=mesh+square Closer to home I think Little Cars stock mesh but I can't find any listed on the website, Paul is really helpful if you ring him; http://www.modellingtools.co.uk/detailing-wires--mesh-24-c.asp Keith edit: Hiroboy is listing a Hobby Design detail kit specifically for the Mk1, may be a bit spendy just for the mesh though; http://www.hiroboy.com/124_Ford_Escort_RS_1600_MK1_For_Belkits_PEMetal_PartsResin--product--10119.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 4, 2017 Author Share Posted May 4, 2017 (edited) Thanks for the links Keith, I hope I can find something to suit. Update - I've had a scan at the Media Mix site and there looks to be several which could be suitable under the ABERS brand, I just need to scale the photo to pin it down to which one. Pity they are in Singapore, I can see a back burner being lit. Edited May 4, 2017 by mbdesignart more info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 4, 2017 Author Share Posted May 4, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, keefr22 said: edit: Hiroboy is listing a Hobby Design detail kit specifically for the Mk1, may be a bit spendy just for the mesh though; Thanks, not sure where the mesh on this is for but it isn't the correct size for the area I have to cover. [I think our edits are crossing] The Media Mix stuff is £6.58 for 80 x 45mm, but that's without shipping, I may end up getting a few sizes for the spares box. edit - Sorted, ordered some Aber Mesh in 2 sizes from europeland before they build the wall . Edited May 4, 2017 by mbdesignart extra info 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 5, 2017 Author Share Posted June 5, 2017 A little more progress... Having finally sourced some fine mesh for the stone guard this has been applied between the resin AVO lamp brackets. The headlamp stone guards have also been added but these require drilling to locate the upper support bars to the Bull Bar. Also on the to do list for the front are the corner mudguards, is it me or do the kit rubbery ones not fit[?], for which I'll use some foil [good old red wine] fortunately these will hide the gaping lines in the valance cut-outs. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 Good to see this one back on the go Mark! I dug mine out again a week or so back - took the lid off the box, looked at it & promptly put it away again. Just can't find the mojo anywhere... Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 6, 2017 Author Share Posted June 6, 2017 As long as you keep looking in the boxes Keith, the mojo will grab you again. I'm working on another Ford related project currently which means my time on the Escort and Panigale has been limited, but waiting for bits to arrive doesn't help either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonhoff Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 Looking good. One tiny observation if I may - the front indicator/sidelights are a slightly different shape on the original as I believe they used Hillman Imp units, no idea why when the Ford ones did the same job.... Feel free to ignore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 6, 2017 Author Share Posted June 6, 2017 Bonhoff - Good spot re the indicator/side lights. I had noticed the angle on the photos but just stuck the kit lights on, doh [must get my eyesight retested!]. If I can prise them off I will sand an angle to the ends and take the opportunity to repaint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Belbin Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 They already exist on the chrome sprue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 7, 2017 Author Share Posted June 7, 2017 Oh no more chrome to remove. I may be some time.... Thanks Nick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted June 13, 2017 Share Posted June 13, 2017 Looking good Mark, very good. I'm itching to start my kit but not until I have a few off the beich finished.... Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted July 11, 2017 Author Share Posted July 11, 2017 I found the front side/indicator lights which are now painted and attached. The side windows are in too and are being left overnight to set - I'm hoping they stay in when I fit the body to the chassis/interior tub. An initial batch of the rear lamp clear castings has arrived and they've had 1 coat of Tamiya tint. Front spots have been decalled and the mounting rod attached as can be seen from the attached image. Not too far to go with the other small items to fit, I just need more time at the present. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted July 15, 2017 Author Share Posted July 15, 2017 The lights are now on, yeah! A bit of black tape added to the lower front spots to look like the straps/clips. I even managed to add the chrome ring to the rear reflectors - another useful application for the Molotow markers. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shood23 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Now that is looking smart mb. Shaun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Agree, that's looking very nice indeed Mark! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Nice. I see they changed the rear lights too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted July 16, 2017 Author Share Posted July 16, 2017 17 hours ago, Pete in Lincs said: Nice. I see they changed the rear lights too. I can't understand why they went to the trouble, blanking in the holes for the rectangular stock items then fitting those individual lights proud of the bodywork. If AVO had done this mod to all the Mk.1 rally cars that would have made a bit more sense, but for one event?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 8 hours ago, mbdesignart said: but for one event?! It is odd, as you say. The front side lights would have had to be rewired too. The originals were in the headlight bowls and I don't think the cable was long enough to reach down to the indicators. Although it is a very long time since I played with a Mk 1 escort! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Belbin Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 That's coming on a treat, Mark! As for the Hobby Design 'detail-up set' that Keith refers to above, it doesn't address the incorrect rad grill and persists with supplying different lengths of wiper arm - Doh!! Who are you using to host your images? I've pulled the plug on Photobucket; closed my account with a bit of a snotty message . . . Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted July 17, 2017 Author Share Posted July 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Nick Belbin said: That's coming on a treat, Mark! As for the Hobby Design 'detail-up set' that Keith refers to above, it doesn't address the incorrect rad grill and persists with supplying different lengths of wiper arm - Doh!! Who are you using to host your images? I've pulled the plug on Photobucket; closed my account with a bit of a snotty message . . . Nick Re the Hobby design set it does appear a bit pricy especially as you comment on the incorrect parts. There could well be a new supplier of PE Mesh sheets in varying sizes and patterns appearing soon . Awaiting a parcel from Shapeways today including the 3D printed alternative Escort rear lights to the ones I had clear cast. Also more parts for the Transit LWB chassis to enable me to set the rear axle/suspension components to get the ride height just so. I use Dropshots they have both free hosting and 'Premium' paid for service, the former has worked well for me. I hope you haven't lost any images with Photobucket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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