Anthony in NZ Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 On 10/25/2022 at 1:05 AM, Max Headroom said: Wow a veritable rats nest of wiring there! Level of detail is unreal. Trevor the unworthy yes its a modellers and person who dislikes doing cockpits nightmare! But to be fair a lot of that was cast in the Back Box cockpit. However there is still more to go! Cheers Anthony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan-o Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 The work on this is incredible!The word masterpiece does not even come close 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 On 10/26/2022 at 6:02 AM, Navy Bird said: Is there a superlative that is higher than epic? I'm at a loss for words... Cheers, Bill Awwww thanks mate, I have used a few superlatives so far LOL! 1 minute ago, ivan-o said: The work on this is incredible!The word masterpiece does not even come close Really? I see all the imperfections still, so thank you!!! So I squeezed a bit of time in at the bench today and added some details to the centre cockpit/canopy section. I found the structure and front seals were a but off so I re-did them. Excuse the fit as it is only just dropped on top. I poked a bright light in there to But you get the idea Thanks for tuning in as always!! Cheers Anthony 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan-o Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 Well I suppose Van Gogh missed a few brush strokes as well 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootneck Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 Your progress is enthralling Anthony and I'm already looking forward to the next episode. I had a look around for that Wild Hare conversion set but couldn't find any information on it. Is it an old OOP set? cheers, Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 Those details on the canopy centre section kook awesome Anthony as does the shot showing the rear panel, it's another Wow from me!!! Great job Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 1 hour ago, ivan-o said: Well I suppose Van Gogh missed a few brush strokes as well Lol, I feel like I’m using a hairy frayed one at times lol 13 minutes ago, bootneck said: Your progress is enthralling Anthony and I'm already looking forward to the next episode. I had a look around for that Wild Hare conversion set but couldn't find any information on it. Is it an old OOP set? cheers, Mike Thanks very much! Been a long time gone that conversion. Honestly I wouldn’t bother and I would get the conversion bits for the Tamiya kit from @Ali62 and you’ll be on a better track. That conversion isn’t worth spending the silly money they’re asking nowadays 15 minutes ago, bigbadbadge said: Those details on the canopy centre section kook awesome Anthony as does the shot showing the rear panel, it's another Wow from me!!! Great job Chris Awww thanks buddy! thanks to you all for your comments and responses Cheers Anthony 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootneck Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 Thanks again Anthony, I didn't realize Ali did those pieces. I'll check his site and see what's available, hopefully the fuselage and exhausts. cheers, Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 5 minutes ago, bootneck said: Thanks again Anthony, I didn't realize Ali did those pieces. I'll check his site and see what's available, hopefully the fuselage and exhausts. cheers, Mike They’re the bits from my project. I’m sure the rest will be coming as Ali is keen on a full conversion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteH1969 Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 I'm curious what is the disc and hole for on the centre hoop? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 7 hours ago, PeteH1969 said: I'm curious what is the disc and hole for on the centre hoop? Hi there, it’s for the TESS or Telescopic Sighting System. Essentially a periscope for the backseater to look forward. Only on RAF version as far as I know cheers Anthony 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony G Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 14 minutes ago, Anthony in NZ said: Hi there, it’s for the TESS or Telescopic Sighting System. Essentially a periscope for the backseater to look forward. Only on RAF version as far as I know cheers Anthony I thought it was for the feeding tube to supply the jelly babies to the back seat lookout 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteH1969 Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 4 hours ago, Anthony in NZ said: Hi there, it’s for the TESS or Telescopic Sighting System. Essentially a periscope for the backseater to look forward. Only on RAF version as far as I know cheers Anthony Thank you Anthony It looked strange to see but that makes sense now. Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 (edited) Looks better with base black on now Note also the 2 big lightening holes have been drilled out Cheers Anthony Edited October 31, 2022 by Anthony in NZ 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJP Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 (edited) Wow the tones of grey in the rear cockpit look awesome Anthony CJP Edited November 1, 2022 by CJP text Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted November 1, 2022 Author Share Posted November 1, 2022 1 hour ago, CJP said: Wow the tones of grey in the rear cockpit look awesome Tony CJP Thanks, I still need to tone the front and rear surfaces down to closer match the sills, but I’ll leave the outside colour alone. My black wire has arrived so time to look at some more wiring and experiment on making the’curly’ cord the cockpit light attaches to. Cheers Anthony 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted November 2, 2022 Author Share Posted November 2, 2022 OK More detail going in under the centre cockpit section with still more to go, but not too much. The 'curly cord for the hand held Grimes lamp on the left side and the bomb timer on the right side , again with placards to match photos. I'm quite proud of my 'curly' cord lol Yeeesh that's a bit close The rear cockpit still needs a few more placards on the sides of the sills and the radar stick controller and canopy lock levers need to go on. I even have a white placard decal (inside the clear part above the periscope hole) that is present on the actual plane, I didnt take a pic sorry, next time Anyway, back to it I suppose! Cheers Anthony 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteH1969 Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 26 minutes ago, Anthony in NZ said: OK More detail going in under the centre cockpit section with still more to go, but not too much. The 'curly cord for the hand held Grimes lamp on the left side and the bomb timer on the right side , again with placards to match photos. I'm quite proud of my 'curly' cord lol Yeeesh that's a bit close The rear cockpit still needs a few more placards on the sides of the sills and the radar stick controller and canopy lock levers need to go on. I even have a white placard decal (inside the clear part above the periscope hole) that is present on the actual plane, I didnt take a pic sorry, next time Anyway, back to it I suppose! Cheers Anthony Have you put masks on the glazing on the centre hoop or was it just painted over? Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted November 3, 2022 Share Posted November 3, 2022 I'd be proud of that chord too. Nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted November 3, 2022 Author Share Posted November 3, 2022 1 hour ago, PeteH1969 said: Have you put masks on the glazing on the centre hoop or was it just painted over? Pete The inner frame was removed on the port side as it’s a metal panel. The right side is masked 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted November 3, 2022 Share Posted November 3, 2022 OMG you should be proud too Anthony, the curly cable and the whole cockpit, looks flippin amazing, what Terrific work. Chris 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted November 3, 2022 Share Posted November 3, 2022 8 hours ago, Anthony in NZ said: I 'm quite proud of my 'curly' cord Just one of several highlights in those last few updates! The phrase 'detailing' doesn't really do justice to the observation and reproduction involved in work with this depth of attention to the original Anthony. Sending you an appreciative in case you haven't had one yourself yet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted November 3, 2022 Share Posted November 3, 2022 Hi Anthony! What can I say? Your work is flawless, your attention to detail is inspiring and having spent all morning so far reading through this thread I’m wondering how I forgot this was here! A 1/32 British Phantom would be an absolute dream for many of us. Who would’ve thought, a few years back, that we will have not just one, but two 1/32 scale Lancasters! So come on manufacturers, a FG.1 / FGR.2 would be a winner! A Buccaneer would be just amazing too, but let’s not be greedy right now. Congratulations on all the positive comments you’ve received, all very well deserved. I’m following this with complete envy of your skills Anthony and really look forward to seeing this progress. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in NZ Posted November 3, 2022 Author Share Posted November 3, 2022 17 hours ago, Thom216 said: I'd be proud of that chord too. Nice. Haha, I was a little stressed about getting that to look right and in scale. 0.4mm black wire wound tightly around a tiny drill bit in case anyone is wondering lol 12 hours ago, bigbadbadge said: OMG you should be proud too Anthony, the curly cable and the whole cockpit, looks flippin amazing, what Terrific work. Chris Thanks buddy, I have to say I’m ready to move on lol 10 hours ago, TheBaron said: Just one of several highlights in those last few updates! The phrase 'detailing' doesn't really do justice to the observation and reproduction involved in work with this depth of attention to the original Anthony. Sending you an appreciative in case you haven't had one yourself yet. Awwww thanks so much mate, means a lot coming from someone as skilled as you. Nice to have affirmation from another detail nutter!! 7 hours ago, Mark said: Hi Anthony! What can I say? Your work is flawless, your attention to detail is inspiring and having spent all morning so far reading through this thread I’m wondering how I forgot this was here! A 1/32 British Phantom would be an absolute dream for many of us. Who would’ve thought, a few years back, that we will have not just one, but two 1/32 scale Lancasters! So come on manufacturers, a FG.1 / FGR.2 would be a winner! A Buccaneer would be just amazing too, but let’s not be greedy right now. Congratulations on all the positive comments you’ve received, all very well deserved. I’m following this with complete envy of your skills Anthony and really look forward to seeing this progress. Oh I’m sorry I wasted half your morning Lol! Mate, I can’t agree more, the world needs a 1/32 Brit Phantom! As you say, 2 Lancasters millions of Spitfires and 109’s but no 1/32 Brit Toom. I suppose market sales dictate. Keep nagging @Ali62 for some more bits and/or fuselage inserts/conversion stuff. Don’t follow with envy mate, I’ve not got a clue half the time and make it up on the go! Anyone could do it as long as you’ve got plastic card and +2.50 magnifier’s over your progressive lenses….you’re all set! Thanks all, I super appreciate your support and a few laughs along the way. Periscope is detailed and now fitted, might try and get that radar hand controller done next Cheers Anthony 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted November 3, 2022 Share Posted November 3, 2022 Ok, wow. I’m gonna go back and read this from the beginning in the next few days Anthony; my apologies in advance if you get an influx of ‘likes’ 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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