224 Peter Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 (edited) This is a section of Britmodeller where I'm not normally to be found, but a Christmas present from a demented relative gives me no choice but to report the build of a VERY unusual model. At the beginning, this is my car.... Yes, it is a 2014 Morgan Plus 8, with a 4.8L V8. I was bought a model which is supposed to end up like this ..... It has more than a passing resemblance. Opening the box I found this... Almost 500 parts, laser cut from birch ply. A stunning example of a CAD design and efficient layout of components. The 46 page assembly instructions are clear, no adhesive is used, just wooden dowels and rubber bands. In the end a working model, with three speed transmission, powered by 16 elastic bands. The motor also drives the B8, with working pistons. Steering and front suspension also work. This is a YouTube video of the finish car. Will my model work as well? Time will tell! I'll post reports along the way! Edited January 17, 2019 by 224 Peter 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 All I got was a Haynes branded Spitfire. It's actually Meccano and bears no resemblance to a Spitfire. I think you're going to have better luck than me. BTW, you may want to edit your picture and hide your number plate. Odd people lurk on line.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Never seen one of those before..... looks like a fun project!! I look forward to watching your progress, Peter Cheers, H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homerlovesbeer Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 Wow that looks really cool! PS I love mogans! I am a little jealous of your BEAUTIFUL car 😍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
224 Peter Posted January 10, 2019 Author Share Posted January 10, 2019 Thanks everyone...after a plastic kit is is a bit daunting! I don't worry about exposing the car registration... the car is all over the web as it was the Morgan Motor Company Show car for 2014. Also, a lot of photos of it over on the 'Talk Morgan" Forum. They are rare... fewer than 60 in the UK, produced between 2013 and 2018. Mine is the only one in that colour. It is based on the Morgan Aero Supersport, but with a traditional body. 4.8L V8, 368bhp coupled to an auto box with paddle shift. So "quite quick". Underneath very modern, ABS, airbags, power steering, A/C, heated seats, DAB Bluetooth radio... First registered in April 2014 it has 38,000 miles on the clock. In the summer a daily drive, 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCrank Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Very exciting project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCrank Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 (edited) For a funny moment: A short video of Ugears models Edited January 11, 2019 by CrazyCrank 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles87 Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 I'm not normally found near here either, but the Morgan is one of the few cars I can get exited about, so I'll tag along if I may. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 This is really cool stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenoz Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 one impressive model... not into cars, but this is a car I like... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
224 Peter Posted January 11, 2019 Author Share Posted January 11, 2019 OK, Day 1..... 3 solid hours spent building. This "kit" is engineered more finely than a Wingnut Wings kit, great care is needed checking fit and making sure the very fine nibs that hold each piece to the fret are removed. It is crucial to follow the instructions step by step. They are clear and for each stage there is an image of the frets with the parts needed highlighted. The hardest part is tying elastic bands to the correct length, these provide the "spring" for the transmission controls. I've got to page 12 of 47.. This is what it looks like. It does look as in the illustration. A long way to go...but it is addictive... More tomorrow! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 You're off to a great start, Peter. It looks like a lot of fun. I look forward to more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles87 Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Me too. I watched both videos, absolutely fascinating. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkita katana Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 This is so cool I want one!!! Actually I might want lots of them after watching those videos and looking at the whole collection on ebay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homerlovesbeer Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 It really is an amazing piece of engineering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorby Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 WOW! These things look great! Have a look a these: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
224 Peter Posted January 11, 2019 Author Share Posted January 11, 2019 I couldn't stop, so this afternoon I completed the chassis and installed the floor and pedal box. The cog at the front of the chassis drives the engine, so the pistons all go up and down! The pedals do have a purpose, but I'm not sure exactly what they do. Between the seat bases is a lever that selects forward - neutral-reverse. From the underside the drive shaft is clear and the rear axle can be seen. The gear box is on the far side of the chassis. I've used less than 20% of the parts... a LOT more to do. Generally the fit is good...some sanding is required and lining up the chassis sides with all the various bits that have to fit precisely is a bit of fiddle. On to the engine! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
224 Peter Posted January 14, 2019 Author Share Posted January 14, 2019 Over the weekend I made good progress.... it is starting to look just like a Morgan. This shot shows the "motor", 16 elastic bands that are wound through 15 complete turns. The gearbox is on the left, three speeds: reverse, neutral and forward, all selected by the gear lever between the seats! The picture also shows how the wings are attached, threaded over 2mm dowels (actually cocktail sticks!!) As a model it isn't very accurate, more a convincing representation of a Morgan. But as a build it is enormous fun, and almost addictive. The next post will be in "Ready For inspection"!! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 And of course we'll need a video of it driving! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 On 1/9/2019 at 7:04 PM, Pete in Lincs said: BTW, you may want to edit your picture and hide your number plate. Odd people lurk on line.... I agree 100% There's some naughty folk about these days who want anything that u got...……... Other than that, great work and keep it up, matey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
224 Peter Posted January 17, 2019 Author Share Posted January 17, 2019 On 14/01/2019 at 18:23, harveyb258 said: I agree 100% There's some naughty folk about these days who want anything that u got...……... Other than that, great work and keep it up, matey I found another photo, with the original registration, rather than the one I have now! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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