noeyedears Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 It is indeed a sad fact that if it doesnt fly or blow stuff up a lot of ppl are not interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted September 15, 2014 Author Share Posted September 15, 2014 Tell me about it............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 It is indeed a sad fact that if it doesnt fly or blow stuff up a lot of ppl are not interested. Geeze-my Rolls engine looks like it blew up... What more can I do?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Well that's a bit of an anti-climax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjfk2002 Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 Roy- This was an incredible build and inspired me to tackle my own. I have gotten all the way to attaching the rear body to the frame (step 28) and ran into the tail gate issue that you had - the rear lid/tail gate is not level with the roof. Which screws did you swap out the round head for flat? Was it the screws holding the hinges to the rear deck? Any help would be much appreciated. Given how fiddly the parts are I'm afraid to guess and check. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted December 30, 2014 Author Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) Indeed, the tailgate screws shown - round heads - are the wrong ones. Being round, they protrude and hold the tailgate up. I swapped them for the short flat-heads. I can't recall which ones - It was just a case of comparing the size/shape. There are loads of spare screws once finished, so don't worry about running out. Here's mine completed with the removable rear: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234967507-pocher-aventador-all-done/ And here - 'on the road'...: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234967608-aventador-on-the-road/ Roy. Edited December 30, 2014 by roymattblack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjfk2002 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Thanks Roy. I swapped the screws out and still have the gap. I even gave up on the screws and glued the hinges to the rear deck lid yet it is still not flush (though better than when I started). I'm going to attempt to take the sides off and see if maybe the rear deck is sitting too high. Would welcome any suggestions you or anyone else have! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted January 4, 2015 Author Share Posted January 4, 2015 (edited) Hmmmm.. After I changed the screws around, my tailgate fitted nice and flush all round. Did you change ALL the screws - including the ones holding the strut bottom to the top of the bulkhead? That one caused the biggest problem. I've taken a picture of my tailgate area and highlighted the troublesome screw although it isn't too clear in the pic. It's the screw that looks a bit recessed. The tailgate strut is fixed to the body by an 'L' shaped bracket, that is fixed by a screw on the upper surface. THAT'S the one that needs changing. Roy. Edited January 4, 2015 by roymattblack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjfk2002 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Thanks for the clarifying picture. I am using the flat head screws for that L-bracket (with the piston) and flat head screws to hold the hinge to the body. I took the screws out holding the sides to the cabin (A on the bottom and the hidden N screws for anyone else following) and now its pretty flush. I think that was the other problem - when I screwed the side panels into the cabin it must've warped the body slightly. Now it is almost completely flush! Thanks for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted January 4, 2015 Author Share Posted January 4, 2015 Glad to have been of a bit of help. Out of interest, did you make your rear end removable to show the whole mechanics at the back? It's an easy mod and is worth the bother. I have detailed here somewhere. Roy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjfk2002 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I haven't attempted the mod yet. I wanted to get the doors working first. The doors are on and I'll drop the forward body on tomorrow. If I can get all those panels to line up and I'm happy with the fit then I'll attempt the rear end mod. I know you have a step-by-step either on this thread or scale motor cars. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelseaFan54 Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Roy You stated earlier in this thread that you mostly use Halfords spray cans. Have you any experience of using the grey primer with Humbrol acrylic sprays. I am thinking of switching to Halfords as I am surprised how many Humbrol cans I am getting through but still have some silver and blacks I would prefer to use first. On a separate note re the three labels for tire info, mercury content etc (from Paul Koo's extra decals sheet) - does anyone know if these should always be on the left hand side door or always on the driver's side door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Roy- a first class build, and one I'll be referring to frequently when I receive my blue roadster! I especially appreciate the rear-end removal option that you created for the community- I'll be doing this as well. Right now I am awaiting the Tomasso transkit to be delivered, then on to the kit when I can afford it. Question- how good (realistic) is the suspension articulation on this model? I've always been a bit of a shock-absorber freak, and may create functional dampers from the aluminum units that come with the transkit. Just joined this forum, and have been stalking all of the great builds by you, Codger, Larchiefeng, etc. Thanks for your advice!! Darin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Roy- a first class build, and one I'll be referring to frequently when I receive my blue roadster! I especially appreciate the rear-end removal option that you created for the community- I'll be doing this as well. Right now I am awaiting the Tomasso transkit to be delivered, then on to the kit when I can afford it. Question- how good (realistic) is the suspension articulation on this model? I've always been a bit of a shock-absorber freak, and may create functional dampers from the aluminum units that come with the transkit. Just joined this forum, and have been stalking all of the great builds by you, Codger, Larchiefeng, etc. Thanks for your advice!! Darin Welcome to our growing big-scale / Pocher family Darin! The inmates are expanding the asylum Thanks for the notice but there are excellent advanced builders here to exchange ideas with. Other Lambo builds by 'Danny G', 'Larchiefeng' and a new one coming by 'Silver 911' will provide plenty of comfort over the bumpy spots, as well as Roy's opus. I'm sure you'll have a few tricks for us to steal er, learn... Keep us posted as your stuff arrives and you begin work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Oh yes Codger, I have been following them all!! I have always dreamed of building a Pocher, since I was a kid. I always remember my Mom saving my dollars to buy just a small Tamiya tank kit, and looking up on the wall of the hobby shop was a Pocher Bugatti for about 300 bucks (back in the 70's). I figured the Lambo was a great place to start. I just might try to use some of your amazing techniques to make my Lambo engine a little "experienced", particularly around the exhaust manifolds and heat shields. We shall see!! Your work on the engine weathering was legendary! Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larchiefeng Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Don't forget Rich, rjfk2002. Even though it was not posted here, he's also built the Aventador and can be of assistance too. Not to tread on Roy's thread here but, thanks for the kind words! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted September 1, 2016 Author Share Posted September 1, 2016 No treading Mr L. Only too happy than any of us are of help to others/each other. That's what it's all about. Roy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Thanks Roy! Regarding my original question, is the suspension articulation pretty realistic on this model? Thanks! Darin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted September 1, 2016 Author Share Posted September 1, 2016 Yes - it's pretty accurate and also quite strong/hard to move. Clearly due to the monstrous weight of the model, so it doesn't sag. Roy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Hmmm, I'll bet loosening all the screws on the linkages might free up some movement. I don't think the aluminum units from Tomasso are threaded, so dialing out some pre-load is not an option. Anyway, I was just curious! Thanks Roy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Bradshaw Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 I ummed and arred about getting one but after seeing threads like this I bit it and have the exact same model and I'm getting it on Sunday. Truly I have not looked forward to a purchase as much as I this in years but it will test me as the last build I did was 20 years ago and that was a 1/18 F1 Ferrari...it's nice, not up to the standards on here but when I lift the display case top I can still smell fresh paint and that's nice. Planning to start on the engine first and will put a few pics on as I go...not too many mods as the basic thing will nearly killl me but want to do the rear end off job as Roy suggests. What an inspiration these threads are showing how it should be done. Thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Mark- what color are you getting? I am just now getting around to seriously ordering one of these- probably the blue roadster- as I already have the Tommaso Iuele transkit here waiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Just ordered the blue Roadster! It should be here Thursday. I cannot wait to begin on this one- although it will be a long build!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Bradshaw Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 I'm getting along well with mine and totally loving every minute of it so far. Its the orange one and I've used a lot of Roy's advice in fact it has been invaluable. Started on the engine and painted most of it but didn't do the mods to Roy's level but to a level I'm happy with. Bought an entry level spray with small compressor so the interior looks fab all dash in rubber black with an orange splash on the trans tunnel,in the doors and orange stitching picked out and painstakingly done by my daughter at £7 an hour. I am having a blast with it and Snapchat loads of folk with progress and they are loving it. Only prob is I've mislaid the steering rack metal thing otherwise it has gone together as in the manual with no problems. I'll try to put a few pics up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fiat Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Super! Can't wait to see them!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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