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Title: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on June 06, 2017, 05:53:58 AM
Well I promised this as a dual build a couple of years ago. It has taken me a while to get the PE and other stuff I felt I needed to do the build. So here is the HK Meteor under way. Interior updated with Eduard PE. The fuselage glued together, filled and sanded. I will be using Pheons Excellent decals for 56 Squadron of course!



(https://i.postimg.cc/ht114Vt2/DSCF6097.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/kGSW0bHF/DSCF6102.jpg)




(https://i.postimg.cc/wTGdfspb/DSCF6184.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/RhPzzWnh/DSCF6190.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/D0fKDr0R/DSCF6187.jpg)



I have finished the interior other than painting the control column. I have assembled the fuselage halves and filled, sanded, and filled again. Now I think I have a smooth finish on the seams. Next up deciding if the $40.00 Engine Nacelle correction I purchased is within my skill level to add  :-\
RAGIII

Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Gisbod on June 06, 2017, 06:38:34 AM
Nice one Rick!

It keeps you sane to have the odd distraction. I was always tempted by this kit so will look forward to seeing what you do with it...

Guy
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Des on June 06, 2017, 06:51:33 AM
Beautiful work on the interior Rick, looking forwad to seeing more of this build.

Des.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on June 06, 2017, 06:54:16 AM
Nice one Rick!

It keeps you sane to have the odd distraction. I was always tempted by this kit so will look forward to seeing what you do with it...

Guy

Thanks for the encouragement Guy! I am now deciding if I have the courage/ skill to use the Fischer resin engine Nacelles that I paid $40.00 to acquire  :-\ If I screw up the cuts It will pretty much be the end. On the other hand Most Humans don't see the incorrect shape in the Nacelles to begin with  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on June 06, 2017, 06:57:19 AM
Beautiful work on the interior Rick, looking forwad to seeing more of this build.

Des.

Thanks for looking in Des and of course for the comment!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lcarroll on June 06, 2017, 07:09:54 AM
    Taking a break with a change of subjects is a smart move, Rick. The F4B4 "Yellow Wing" I recently did proved enjoyable and a nice change, "keeps the juices flowing"!
     The Meteor looks great, I've heard a lot about this Kit and it should prove a real show stopper under your talented efforts. Looking forward to following your progress in getting this 56 Sqn beauty "High into the Empty Blue"!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on June 06, 2017, 08:11:14 AM
Thanks Lance. I have felt I needed a change for a while and am enjoying the difference!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on June 07, 2017, 03:44:25 AM
Thanks for the encouragement Guy! I am now deciding if I have the courage/ skill to use the Fischer resin engine Nacelles that I paid $40.00 to acquire  :-\ If I screw up the cuts It will pretty much be the end. On the other hand Most Humans don't see the incorrect shape in the Nacelles to begin with  8)
RAGIII
[/quote]

I am sure of two things:
1. you will not screw it up in the first place;
2. in the extremely unlikely event that you do nobody will notice as you have written.

Conclusion: go ahead and enjoy yourself and then show us the result so that we can enjoy it too.

Stephen.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on October 23, 2019, 06:23:09 AM
Thanks for the encouragement Guy! I am now deciding if I have the courage/ skill to use the Fischer resin engine Nacelles that I paid $40.00 to acquire  :-\ If I screw up the cuts It will pretty much be the end. On the other hand Most Humans don't see the incorrect shape in the Nacelles to begin with  8)
RAGIII

I am sure of two things:
1. you will not screw it up in the first place;
2. in the extremely unlikely event that you do nobody will notice as you have written.

Conclusion: go ahead and enjoy yourself and then show us the result so that we can enjoy it too.

Stephen.
[/quote]

Well Stephen,here we are 2 years plus and I finally got up the nerve to make the cuts  :o


(https://i.postimg.cc/YqWS2T52/73260822-3103999116293806-7486497643288330240-n.jpg)


I will have to replace the earlier PB photos in this thread soon.
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on October 23, 2019, 06:33:44 AM
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Keep us informed about the progress please.  :)

Oh...lol...here it is. ;D
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lcarroll on October 23, 2019, 06:55:19 AM
Rick,
    That's some serious (and very scary looking) cutting there. Nice to see you back at the Building Station and particularly enjoying yourself. A change indeed appears as good as a rest, keep at it!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on October 23, 2019, 07:10:06 AM
Piece of cake, Rick!  You could have been a surgeon, or a member of a bomb squad defusing bombs.  ;D
The front office looks very good.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on October 23, 2019, 07:14:23 AM
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Keep us informed about the progress please.  :)

Oh...lol...here it is. ;D


 8) Better Late than Never  ;D
RAGIII


Rick,
    That's some serious (and very scary looking) cutting there. Nice to see you back at the Building Station and particularly enjoying yourself. A change indeed appears as good as a rest, keep at it!
Cheers,
Lance

Thanks Lance. Perhaps when you get a chance move this to Off Topic Builds  :D
RAGIII


Piece of cake, Rick!  You could have been a surgeon, or a member of a bomb squad defusing bombs.  ;D
The front office looks very good.

Thanks Ken, Greatly appreciated!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on October 23, 2019, 08:22:24 AM
Should you need pictures, there are two and a bit Meteors in the Coventry Air Museum very close to me. I'd enjoy the excuse to visit

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on October 23, 2019, 08:29:33 AM
Should you need pictures, there are two and a bit Meteors in the Coventry Air Museum very close to me. I'd enjoy the excuse to visit

Richard

Thank You very Much for the offer Richard! So as not to let you down, landing gear details, color of inside of the intakes, and anything else would be appreciated  ;D
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on October 24, 2019, 12:52:07 PM
I'm not much of a jet girl but I will be following along on your build Rick . I have always been impressed with your WW 2 builds so I know this is going to be awesome !




Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on October 25, 2019, 05:27:36 AM
I'm not much of a jet girl but I will be following along on your build Rick . I have always been impressed with your WW 2 builds so I know this is going to be awesome !




Terri

Thanks T! I have attached the wings to the fuselage...not without some fit issues. Filling and sanding ahead  :(
RAGIII


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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on October 25, 2019, 03:52:01 PM
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Filling and sanding ahead  :(

You can do it.  :P

Robin
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on October 25, 2019, 10:20:27 PM
That's coming together great, Rick. 
Those are some huge trim tabs on the ailerons!
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Juan on October 25, 2019, 10:39:04 PM
Looking great Rick, hope the rigging doesn't slow you down.    ;D  ;)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on October 30, 2019, 06:07:54 AM
Thanks for the comments guys! I have attached the Fischer Models corrected Nacelles. My cuts weren't quite as precise as I had hoped they were  :( I have filled and when the putty is dry I will smooth everything out. I also attached a simple Plastruct tube sealed with a bit of sheet plastic on the jet exhaust to keep from being able to see into the Empty Void of the engine compartment!
RAGIII


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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Borsos on October 30, 2019, 08:16:51 PM
Although I have no idea what this item is — there are not enough wings, there’s no prop, so it cannot be an airplane... maybe an UFO? — it is looking cool. My grandma once had a quite similar device for her pills. It had a clock in it that remembered her to take them at the correct time. Hm, maybe it’s such a thing, but howewer, you are doing a great job in assembling it!
Andreas
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on October 31, 2019, 07:39:23 AM
Although I have no idea what this item is — there are not enough wings, there’s no prop, so it cannot be an airplane... maybe an UFO? — it is looking cool. My grandma once had a quite similar device for her pills. It had a clock in it that remembered her to take them at the correct time. Hm, maybe it’s such a thing, but howewer, you are doing a great job in assembling it!
Andreas

Thanks for dropping in Andreas! I spent 3 hours today sanding and polishing the Nacelles of MY UFO  :D Still a lot of other sanding to do then prime and see how much More filling and polishing is needed !
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on October 31, 2019, 08:14:14 PM
Although I have no idea what this item is — there are not enough wings, there’s no prop, so it cannot be an airplane

It seems to be basd on the Coanda aeroplane of 1910:

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f8/Coanda_1910.png)

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 01, 2019, 04:39:46 AM
The cowlings after sanding. Next up primer to see how much touch up filling and sanding I still need to do  ::)
RAGIII


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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 01, 2019, 05:21:50 AM
Looking good, Rick!
Enjoy!!

von B
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 01, 2019, 07:56:05 AM
Nice progress Rick.

Will this be all bare metal?

Robin  :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 01, 2019, 09:20:21 AM
Looking good, Rick!
Enjoy!!

von B

Thanks von B!
RAGIII

Nice progress Rick.

Will this be all bare metal?

Robin  :)
Thanks for the comment. The Meteor will be High Speed Silver Lacquer so it must be completely SMOOTH when ready to paint  ::)
RAGIII

PS: This is the one I am doing. 56 Squadron using Pheon Decals:


(https://i.postimg.cc/C5fWZ9Ky/73153514-3109605912399793-1737429243211546624-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 01, 2019, 09:45:54 AM
Great!

Robin :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 05, 2019, 05:37:55 AM
So I have primed the nacelles and other major seams to see what work is needed. Better than I expected but still some more filling and sanding to do.
RAGIII


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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 10, 2019, 11:39:02 AM
Primed and ready for one more light sanding then a little more primer.
RAGIII

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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 10, 2019, 06:36:08 PM
Looking great, Rick!
Which primer did you use? Looks like it went on real smoooooooth  :o

vB
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 10, 2019, 11:02:33 PM
Looking great, Rick!
Which primer did you use? Looks like it went on real smoooooooth  :o

vB

Thanks Bob for looking in. The black primer is Tamiya.
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 11, 2019, 03:46:30 AM
Looks really good.
I didn't even knew Tamiya has a black primer...neat!

Robin :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: dr 1 ace on November 11, 2019, 09:45:34 AM
It is moving along nicely.  Black primer will make for good base for he NM Finish.

Ed
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 11, 2019, 09:52:28 AM
Looks really good.
I didn't even knew Tamiya has a black primer...neat!

Robin :)

I was remiss in My answer. I should have said I primed with Tamiya Semi Gloss Black, not black primer!
RAGIII
It is moving along nicely.  Black primer will make for good base for he NM Finish.

Ed

Thanks Amigo!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 13, 2019, 07:49:04 AM
Not much of an update but I am now in a Happy place with the filling and sanding process. Should start the actual scheme soon  ;D
RAGIII



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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on November 13, 2019, 12:57:07 PM
Excellent job on filling and sanding Rick , what are you using for your NMF ?



Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on November 13, 2019, 10:48:43 PM
A stealth meat-eater!
Anticipating seeing the color go on.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 13, 2019, 11:13:58 PM
Excellent job on filling and sanding Rick , what are you using for your NMF ?



Terri

Thanks T, I appreciate you dropping by! As for the Main color I am still open for suggestions. Rowan and other sources say the Meteor Mk4 was painted High Speed Silver. There are a couple of references I have that mention NMF. Looking at photos I tend to think the High Speed Silver is correct. It will be challenging in that they were WELL Maintained so not a lot of room for weathering.
RAGIII

A stealth meat-eater!
Anticipating seeing the color go on.

Yeah, it would be interesting to finish a Meatbox in overall black  8) Thanks for dropping in Ken!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on November 18, 2019, 01:59:14 AM
 That looks really great, Rick! I have the kit in my stash too, and had planned on converting it to a T.7 trainer. Unfortunately I put off buying Fisher's T.7 conversion for too long, and now they're gone  :(

Alclad makes an RAF High Speed Silver paint. I used it on my 1/48 Airfix F.8 build in Airfix Model World May 2016, and as the Brits say, it really looks the part.

(https://i.imgur.com/xvvZ2CG.jpg)

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 18, 2019, 11:21:55 PM
That looks really great, Rick! I have the kit in my stash too, and had planned on converting it to a T.7 trainer. Unfortunately I put off buying Fisher's T.7 conversion for too long, and now they're gone  :(

Alclad makes an RAF High Speed Silver paint. I used it on my 1/48 Airfix F.8 build in Airfix Model World May 2016, and as the Brits say, it really looks the part.


Peter

Thanks Peter! Your Meteor does "Look the Part" for sure. It is a shame that the Fire damaged so Many peoples lives. The last I heard Fisher was trying to rebuild his business. People were actually sending him items he had mastered so he could re make the molds. I don't know how  successful this was.
RAGIII

Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on November 19, 2019, 12:45:38 AM
Thanks Peter! Your Meteor does "Look the Part" for sure. It is a shame that the Fire damaged so Many peoples lives. The last I heard Fisher was trying to rebuild his business. People were actually sending him items he had mastered so he could re make the molds. I don't know how  successful this was.
RAGIII

Thanks, Rick! Hopefully Paul can get back on his feet again. I'm not sure how well re-mastering from cast parts will work, since the master has to be oversize to allow for the resin shrinking. Luckily I did grab his 1/32 Bell X-1A/B while it was still available, right after I saw the real X-1B at the USAF Museum.

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 19, 2019, 06:31:54 AM
So I have given the Meteor it's first coat of Silver Lacquer, AKA High Speed Silver. I ended up using Model Master Aluminum Enamel. Next I will vary a few panels, then weather( very lightly).
RAGIII



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(https://i.postimg.cc/BvJQ90zp/77012709-3166567720036945-6661555462200098816-n.jpg)

and one with the gear just nestled in place without glue.


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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 19, 2019, 07:35:54 AM
Oh! silver-grey...it's a Pfalz! It's a Pfalz!  ;D

 ;)

Nice going Rick.

Robin
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 19, 2019, 08:18:13 AM
Oh! silver-grey...it's a Pfalz! It's a Pfalz!  ;D

 ;)

Nice going Rick.

Robin

Thanks Robin...I think  8) It does look a bit Less Aluminum in the photo vs real life. I have some Testors chrome Silver to apply next and then something I might try is a Valejo Metal Medium paint which looks semi clear in the bottle but looks silver when painted. Lots of experimenting to do  :o
RAGIII

PS: Something that is perhaps not well known on this group is that FOKKER built a bunch of Meteor F4s' for the Netherlands and Belgium  8)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 19, 2019, 09:36:40 AM
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PS: Something that is perhaps not well known on this group is that FOKKER built a bunch of Meteor F4s' for the Netherlands and Belgium  8)

I know...and even F-16 assembly at the Ypenburg Fokker factory (sadly closed now  :-\)
My brother still works with Fokker, but no more planes build. Now only modifications on existing planes...mainly Fokker 50 and Fokker 100, but also oldies still flying, like the Fellowship and even the Friendship. Fokker is a fading national pride though. :(

Obviously very much alive and kicking in my family. My all time favorite Fokker is the D.XXI. :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on November 20, 2019, 02:26:19 AM
My sincere apologies Rick for not seeing this before: I do not normally lurk in this area!

That is one super Meteor and one super metallic finish. I just wish that I could get that standard with a brush!! Thsi is a real cracker - just hope that it is helping to restore your mojo for modelling....it looks as though it is.

Stephen.

Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 20, 2019, 05:19:37 AM
My sincere apologies Rick for not seeing this before: I do not normally lurk in this area!

That is one super Meteor and one super metallic finish. I just wish that I could get that standard with a brush!! Thsi is a real cracker - just hope that it is helping to restore your mojo for modelling....it looks as though it is.

Stephen.

Thanks Stephen. I appreciate you dropping into New Territory  ;D Yes this build is helping with My Funk  8) I am still contemplating the next painting step. By the way, I wish I could Hand Paint as well as ypou do!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on November 20, 2019, 05:27:38 AM
The silver looks great Rick, and you did a fine job on all the seams as well. She'll look super with the colorful checkerboard squadron bands!

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 20, 2019, 07:04:34 AM
The silver looks great Rick, and you did a fine job on all the seams as well. She'll look super with the colorful checkerboard squadron bands!

Peter

Thanks Peter I appreciate your comments! As for filling and sanding I have to admit there are a few glitches but overall I am satisfied  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 21, 2019, 07:00:24 AM
So I just went back and sprayed a second coat, this time I mixed a bit of Chrome Silver with the Aluminum. Not a lot of difference but noticeable in real life  8) Next up some random spraying of a Valejo Silver Medium. Thanks for looking folks!
RAGIII



(https://i.postimg.cc/k5j945Zc/75594408-3171407139553003-8191565178316259328-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on November 21, 2019, 07:48:37 AM
Where do the lift and control wires go? Have you pre-drilled the holes?

Stephen.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 21, 2019, 07:53:46 AM
Where do the lift and control wires go? Have you pre-drilled the holes?

Stephen.

 :D Yes all is pre drilled. I plan to use Invisible thread for the rigging  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 21, 2019, 09:08:56 AM
Difference is certainly noticeable...looks good. :)

Robin
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 21, 2019, 09:25:00 AM
Difference is certainly noticeable...looks good. :)



Robin

Thanks Robin. Now on to breaking the monotony
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 21, 2019, 05:26:56 PM
Rick,
 Lovely work as per usual  8)

Have you seen the metallic range from Mission Models? From their demo on Youtube they look the part.
I will be investing in a few of their range in the new year. If the rest of their colours are anything like their black paint, I will be one happy bunny indeed.

Keep up the good fight!
von B  ;)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on November 21, 2019, 10:56:33 PM
That looks fine, Rick.  Another slightly different shade on some panels will really set it off!
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 22, 2019, 02:53:28 AM
Rick,
 Lovely work as per usual  8)

Have you seen the metallic range from Mission Models? From their demo on Youtube they look the part.
I will be investing in a few of their range in the new year. If the rest of their colours are anything like their black paint, I will be one happy bunny indeed.

Keep up the good fight!
von B  ;)

Thanks von B. I haven't seen the Mission Models stuff. There are so Many Brands out there now it boggles My Mind  :o So in the end I usually stick with stuff I am familiar with and also that I can pick up at My LHS or Hobby Lobby.  8)

RAGIII


That looks fine, Rick.  Another slightly different shade on some panels will really set it off!

Thanks Ken. I Normally have My painting plan totally figured out at this point. That isn't the case with this one. Being a "Painted" finish on the real birds I am hesitant to paint panels in different shades. I am afraid it will end up looking like a "Failed" attempt at a NMF. Photos show a pretty even Monotone finish on the Meteor, Most are also Very clean! Therefore I admit to being open for suggestions on this one!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on November 22, 2019, 03:42:05 AM
Since the High Speed Silver was paint, you should weather it the way you would weather any other paint scheme. They were kept very clean, so for mine I used a panel wash only around the opening/removable panels and hatches, and left the rest of the airframe pristine.

In your larger scale, though, some subtle repainting with a slightly different silver color around fasteners and removable panel edges might give a good effect, as well as some scuffing where the pilot and ground crew step. I'd expect that the gun panels and large engine hatches would get the most wear and tear.

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on November 22, 2019, 06:32:07 AM
I didn't realize it was paint and not the metal skin.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 23, 2019, 06:36:59 AM
Since the High Speed Silver was paint, you should weather it the way you would weather any other paint scheme. They were kept very clean, so for mine I used a panel wash only around the opening/removable panels and hatches, and left the rest of the airframe pristine.

In your larger scale, though, some subtle repainting with a slightly different silver color around fasteners and removable panel edges might give a good effect, as well as some scuffing where the pilot and ground crew step. I'd expect that the gun panels and large engine hatches would get the most wear and tear.

Peter

Thanks for the very good suggestions Peter! I have spent days looking at Google Images of Models and Actual Meteor Photos. Final decision will be close to your suggestions. Really not much room if one wants to Model a relatively accurate scheme. Now one could go for the Artistic thing and shadow highlight etc, but I think I will Not  8)
RAGIII

I didn't realize it was paint and not the metal skin.

No worries Ken. I did think of varying some panels for "Artistic" value but decided against it for My reasons stated!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 23, 2019, 08:45:28 AM
The end of today's session. A SMALL amount of highlighting. Hard to see in My Lousy photo  :( Next a clear coat then oils and decals.
RAGIII




(https://i.postimg.cc/rwG83TqM/74573896-3176410582385992-8031806005656420352-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Dave Brewer on November 23, 2019, 05:12:55 PM
I only just came across this Rick,sure is shaping up nicely,well worth all the effort you've invested.Can't wait to see the decals on now.I feel like pulling out one of my CA Meteors for a change myself!
Dave.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 23, 2019, 11:29:01 PM
I only just came across this Rick,sure is shaping up nicely,well worth all the effort you've invested.Can't wait to see the decals on now.I feel like pulling out one of my CA Meteors for a change myself!
Dave.

Thanks Dave I appreciate you dropping by!. The CA Meteors are nicely done so you should enjoy the builds. I owned both the F4 and F8 back when I built 1/48th  8) I also owned all of the Aeroclub vac kits of the Meteor at one time.
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Monty on November 24, 2019, 04:20:23 AM
Really nice progress, Rick! Lovely project.... Regards, Marc
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 24, 2019, 04:29:27 AM
Really nice progress, Rick! Lovely project.... Regards, Marc


Thanks Marc, I appreciate the comment!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Borsos on November 24, 2019, 09:15:10 AM
Really a nicely looking machine and you achieved a smooth and elegant finish.
Andreas
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: gbrivio on November 24, 2019, 05:34:53 PM
Painting and finishing look very nice and smooth.
Ciao
Giuseppe
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 25, 2019, 12:07:31 AM
Really a nicely looking machine and you achieved a smooth and elegant finish.
Andreas

Thanks Andreas! Today I plan to start adding some of the Markings.
RAGIII


Painting and finishing look very nice and smooth.
Ciao
Giuseppe

Thanks Giuseppe. I appreciate the comment!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 25, 2019, 03:09:17 AM
Well I have suffered a setback! Started to apply the Pheon 56 squadron Decals and they were VERY BRITTLE. I have never encountered this issue with Pheon before so must assume that it was related to how long I had the decals( about 4 years). I managed to get the left side markings applied but the one on the right fractured into multiple pieces. Photos taken before removal. The result is this one is sidelined until I can order a replacement set. I am really afraid to try any of the other markings like stencils and roundels so will just save up for a New Set. SIDELINED for now!
RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/Rh0FHFrd/76784430-3180736668620050-8071495016754708480-n.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/L50sBp2p/77117951-3180736825286701-5846688080387375104-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on November 25, 2019, 03:48:36 AM
Now, that's a shame - not just because of the decal but also because you are using this project to get your mojo working

Persist, Rick

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 25, 2019, 03:50:27 AM
Ow...that sucks. :(

When kept sealed in their bag under normal circumstances....4 years shouldn't be a problem.
I use decals much older without problems. An unlucky sheet I guess.

Without reading, I would have said: "nicely weathered markings!" :)

Best of luck Rick.

Robin

Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on November 25, 2019, 05:06:40 AM
Sorry to hear about the decals >:(! You could try a coat of Micro Scale Decal Film to the decals before you wet them. I’ve had good luck with that to stabilize old decals. Try it with a decal you won’t use for this Meteor, on a scrap model.

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 25, 2019, 05:44:32 AM
Now, that's a shame - not just because of the decal but also because you are using this project to get your mojo working

Persist, Rick

Richard

Thanks Richard. Yeah, a real bummer for the Mojo but I think I will go to the Sabre Mk. 6 as a back up build until I can order the decals.
Maybe even something WW1 back on the bench. Taking today to Drink some good Beer( Porter) and then decide ;D
RAGIII



Ow...that sucks. :(

When kept sealed in their bag under normal circumstances....4 years shouldn't be a problem.
I use decals much older without problems. An unlucky sheet I guess.

Without reading, I would have said: "nicely weathered markings!" :)

Best of luck Rick.

Robin



Thanks Robin. I appreciate the encouragement!
RAGIII







Sorry to hear about the decals >:(! You could try a coat of Micro Scale Decal Film to the decals before you wet them. I’ve had good luck with that to stabilize old decals. Try it with a decal you won’t use for this Meteor, on a scrap model.

Peter

Thanks Peter. I think I will just order a new set when finances allow. Some of the decals like walkway lines have a lot of clear area so I just don't feel comfortable even with Micro Decal Fix.
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on November 25, 2019, 06:26:43 AM
Bad luck Rick: I sincerely hope that you can get some replacements soon as this is a stunning model.

As for the next one, I would not recommend one with a hole in the back, more like one with a spare wing and fan at the front. You KNOW how you miss the rigging....

Stephen.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 25, 2019, 07:16:01 AM
Bad luck Rick: I sincerely hope that you can get some replacements soon as this is a stunning model.

As for the next one, I would not recommend one with a hole in the back, more like one with a spare wing and fan at the front. You KNOW how you miss the rigging....

Stephen.

Stuff Happens Stephen...seems especially to me  :( Looking at a couple of options in WW1 stuff, Nieuport 28 and a Camel or SE5a  ;D
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 27, 2019, 08:50:34 AM
So having stepped back for a Day or Two I have decided to continue on...hoping I can get a replacement for the right side ruined decals. First I coated the remaining decals with Micro Scale Decal Film. Applied a few and they are no longer brittle and seem to be working fine!
RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/bvj5qSx4/76782753-3186245704735813-7393792810018668544-o.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/mDSfvNKd/77087710-3186245091402541-5434616346639859712-o.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 27, 2019, 09:05:57 AM
Phew...glad to hear.

Looks good :)

Robin
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 27, 2019, 09:10:01 AM
Phew...glad to hear.

Looks good :)

Robin

Thanks Robin! One More photo:



(https://i.postimg.cc/CKrS54cz/78218405-3186249194735464-7038892399560491008-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on November 27, 2019, 09:15:02 AM
Glad to hear the Micro Scale Decal Film worked. The coated decals look great!

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on November 27, 2019, 11:53:53 AM
I have had that happen many times in the past and I always have decal film on hand . I do hope that replacements come soon for the other side . She is shaping up very nicely so far Rick .


Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 28, 2019, 12:48:21 AM
Glad to hear the Micro Scale Decal Film worked. The coated decals look great!

Peter

Thanks Peter!
RAGIII

I have had that happen many times in the past and I always have decal film on hand . I do hope that replacements come soon for the other side . She is shaping up very nicely so far Rick .


Terri

Thanks T! I also always have Decal film on hand. Just Didn't expect this with Pheon Decals , caught Me off Guard  :(
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 28, 2019, 07:19:41 AM
I received an E Mail from Sabine and Pheon today saying MY order, Have to assume My replacement decal, is on the way. This is why Pheon is second to None, Great support and customer service! Thanks Rowan!!!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on November 28, 2019, 08:12:44 AM
That's great.
I was very happy to read on their website Rowan is feeling better.

Robin
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 28, 2019, 08:36:24 AM
That's great.
I was very happy to read on their website Rowan is feeling better.

Robin

Same Here Robin!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on November 28, 2019, 08:39:01 AM
Yayyyy!!!!!

 :D

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 28, 2019, 10:09:48 AM
Yayyyy!!!!!

 :D

Richard

Yeah, I am Happy I decided to go o with the build since the replacement decals will be here in a timely manner!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on November 29, 2019, 03:36:14 AM
Good to read that your replacements are on their way. This aircraft model really does look good - even for one who normally likes them to have at least one spare wing....

Stephen.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on November 30, 2019, 01:04:10 AM
Good to read that your replacements are on their way. This aircraft model really does look good - even for one who normally likes them to have at least one spare wing....

Stephen.

Thanks Stephen, as always I appreciate you looking in ! Just for the record, There was No CHARGE from Rowan/Pheon for the replacement Decal!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 05, 2019, 08:21:15 AM
Well this might be the Weakest update I have ever done  :o All I have accomplished is painting the canopy frames. Sort of waiting on Rowans generous replacement of the markings I destroyed  8)

RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/h48kyZ6N/76967064-3206184276075289-6730988345888866304-o.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on December 05, 2019, 08:46:04 AM
Slacker!  ;D

Looks good!

Robin  :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 06, 2019, 08:41:19 AM
Slacker!  ;D

Looks good!

Robin  :)

Thanks for your continued support Robin! I have tried to stop being a "Slacker" today and worked on applying more of the markings  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on December 08, 2019, 01:14:44 AM
(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0156.JPG)

I have some pictures for you

The nosewheels are easy to photograph, the main undercarriage isn't easy at all and I failed on intakes as all the aeroplanes have protection bungs. I do have a picture of the front of an engine though, I'm wondering how much of that can be seen up the pipe

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0166.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0168.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0176.JPG)

I have several more

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 08, 2019, 02:14:31 AM
Thanks for the Photos Richard, Greatly appreciated ! As for what can be seen down those intakes...Not Much and the kit supplied fake front works well  8)

RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on December 08, 2019, 03:51:09 AM
I also found this:

(https://conceptbunny.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Gloster_Meteor.jpg)

https://conceptbunny.com/gloster-meteor/

Which suggests there is a large wedge that covers the ancillaries on the front of the engine

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: dr 1 ace on December 09, 2019, 10:05:32 AM
Good progress since I last checked in !

Ed
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: bobs_buckles on December 09, 2019, 10:57:48 PM
Looking good, Rick!
Keep on keeping on.  8)

vB
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 10, 2019, 12:48:43 AM
Good progress since I last checked in !

Ed

Thanks for the comment Amigo! Always appreciate you dropping in.
RAGIII

Looking good, Rick!
Keep on keeping on.  8)

vB

Thanks Bob. Greatly appreciated.
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on December 10, 2019, 12:56:22 PM
Looking forward on seeing the rest of the markings on , nice job on the canopy painting  8)



Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 11, 2019, 04:01:06 AM
Looking forward on seeing the rest of the markings on , nice job on the canopy painting  8)



Terri

Thanks T!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: guitarlute101 on December 11, 2019, 04:08:17 AM
Looking great Rick!


Mark
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on December 11, 2019, 04:43:04 AM
(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0158.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0159.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0160.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0163.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0169.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0171.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0173.JPG)

(http://www.primrose-engineering.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/meteor/DSCF0162.JPG)

I found some time to process the rest of my pictures

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 11, 2019, 11:38:38 PM
Looking great Rick!


Mark

Thanks for dropping in Mark. Also thanks for the comment!
RAGIII

Richard,
Thanks again for all of the photos. I appreciate your time and effort!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on December 12, 2019, 08:31:29 AM
No problem, it is nice to have a reason to visit that museum. I spent a happy half hour in the cockpit of the Vulcan and picked up some Profile publications too

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 13, 2019, 08:54:39 AM
While waiting for the replacement markings for the right side I have begun to apply stencils and other markings. I ended up having to paint the walkway stripes. Applied black, masked with Bobs Strippers, then sprayed silver. Fairly happy with the results  8)
RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/mr6qSgks/79128873-3225864824107234-1113786428325625856-n.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/bJ7BKV1V/79387383-3225865024107214-4344649815527784448-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on December 13, 2019, 09:26:55 AM
Looks really good Rick!

Robin :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 14, 2019, 12:06:20 AM
Looks really good Rick!

Robin :)

Thanks Robin!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 18, 2019, 08:29:48 AM
I received the replacement decals from Rowan/Pheon today at no cost to Me! Not just the ruined roundel and checks for the right fuselage but all of the markings portion of the set! Outstanding customer support as always! So now to put this one to bed  8)
RAGIII



(https://i.postimg.cc/fRZhRkKf/79805640-3237657989594584-2997804563207028736-o.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on December 18, 2019, 08:50:15 AM
That’s great customer support! You might want to test a piece that you don’t need, just to make sure there’s no recurrence of the shattering. Better safe than sorry!

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: jknaus on December 18, 2019, 09:29:13 AM
I'm a bit late to the show here. Could you tell me what sized tubing you used for the exhaust? I have one of these partially done and have been thinking of getting back to it and finishing it. I need to figure out the exhausts though and your fix looks easy enough. Thanks in advance.
James
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 19, 2019, 12:26:15 AM
That’s great customer support! You might want to test a piece that you don’t need, just to make sure there’s no recurrence of the shattering. Better safe than sorry!

Peter

Great suggestion although I am pretty confident they will be fine  ???
RAGIII




I'm a bit late to the show here. Could you tell me what sized tubing you used for the exhaust? I have one of these partially done and have been thinking of getting back to it and finishing it. I need to figure out the exhausts though and your fix looks easy enough. Thanks in advance.
James

My simple solution worked out well. If you look up the pipe without using a flashlight all you see is a dark tube. With a flashlight a dark tube ending in a blanked off manner  8) I measured the tube and oddly it is @ 14 mm Outside diameter and @ 12 mm inside diameter. IHTH,
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: jknaus on December 19, 2019, 02:26:14 AM
Thanks. I'll look for some.
James
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 19, 2019, 07:43:11 AM
Thanks. I'll look for some.
James

You are welcome. So a small update. The replacement decals worked as expected, no coating needed. The checks are now on both sides and most of the stencils applied. Again thanks to Rowan and Sabine for the OUTSTANDING Customer Support!
RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/c19JXyc7/81274816-3239975039362879-7604298902476423168-n.jpg)



(https://i.postimg.cc/KjHvzBYp/80274607-3239975112696205-102076404664893440-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on December 19, 2019, 08:06:26 AM
Looks great, Rick!

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 19, 2019, 08:26:39 AM
Looks great, Rick!

Peter

Thanks Peter, the end is now in sight!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on December 21, 2019, 04:55:37 AM
Shaping to be another of your winning models Rick. The new markings really do look the business. As you write superb customer service from one of our specialised AM providers. My experience of these suppliers is very similar to yours - we are indeed blessed to have such good people.

Stephen.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 22, 2019, 12:50:35 AM
Shaping to be another of your winning models Rick. The new markings really do look the business. As you write superb customer service from one of our specialised AM providers. My experience of these suppliers is very similar to yours - we are indeed blessed to have such good people.

Stephen.


Thanks for the Kind comment Stephen! We are indeed blessed to have such Good People to deal with in our community!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on December 22, 2019, 12:56:40 PM
Excellent job on the decaling Rick , glad that everything work out great for you !


Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on December 22, 2019, 08:07:07 PM
Great stuff Rick!
With this "mojo seeker" done...what's next? :)

Robin
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: pepperman42 on December 23, 2019, 02:23:32 AM
Very sharp results. Loved when the bright colours came back to the RAF!!

Steve
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 23, 2019, 06:28:19 AM
Excellent job on the decaling Rick , glad that everything work out great for you !


Terri

Thanks T ! I appreciate the support!
RAGIII


Great stuff Rick!
With this "mojo seeker" done...what's next? :)

Robin

Thanks for your continued interest Robin! I am not quite done but shouls be by next week. I have parts spread all over My workbench for a JG71 Sabre Mk. 6 so that is where I will start. As for My usual habit of building two at once.....something WW1 is in order  8)
RAGIII


Very sharp results. Loved when the bright colours came back to the RAF!!

Steve


Thanks Steve. Should be finished in a few days  ::)
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 31, 2019, 08:51:41 AM
I am nearing the end of this build but I have encountered issues...of My own making. I was down to the point of weathering when I took this photo and noticed the right Nacelle had a sudden crack and depression not there previously. My thought is that I melted it while using a hair dryer on the wing roundels  :-[ So filled and will sand out and touch up paint.
RAGIII


(https://i.postimg.cc/Gt39b5Nv/80969683-3267660106594372-3635405472049135616-n.jpg)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on December 31, 2019, 08:58:20 AM
Oops!  :(

Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 31, 2019, 09:55:55 AM
Oops!  :(

Yep...OOPS indeed  ::) Not a big deal to fix but annoying!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Dave Brewer on December 31, 2019, 10:20:38 AM
Have to watch those hairdryers Rick,I cleverly warped a Tamiya Meteor fuselage trying to persuade its crappy decals with one.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on December 31, 2019, 11:21:13 AM
Ouch indeed  :(



Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on December 31, 2019, 09:08:20 PM
This one is certainly testing your resilience, I'd say you were doing pretty well

Stick at it, nearly there!

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on December 31, 2019, 11:15:16 PM
Have to watch those hairdryers Rick,I cleverly warped a Tamiya Meteor fuselage trying to persuade its crappy decals with one.

Yep, Lesson Learned...the hard way  8)
RAGIII

Ouch indeed  :(







Terri


 ::)
RAGIII
This one is certainly testing your resilience, I'd say you were doing pretty well

Stick at it, nearly there!

Richard

It is Mostly due to My own Mistakes. I was hoping to have it finished before New Years Day  :(
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on January 04, 2020, 08:02:54 AM
Oh dear Rick - this really does seem to have a jinx on it. However I am certain that you will put the problem right in no time and that we will be presented with the finishhed model shortly. At least I hope that we will!

Stephen.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: William Adair on January 04, 2020, 10:39:08 PM
Such a beautiful aircraft.  Congratulations on such a fine result!
I hear that the HK kit even comes with a 1/144 version in the same box.  That alone would make it very tempting for me.  If only WNW would do the same!  A fellow can dream at least.   :P
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 05, 2020, 02:36:50 AM
Oh dear Rick - this really does seem to have a jinx on it. However I am certain that you will put the problem right in no time and that we will be presented with the finishhed model shortly. At least I hope that we will!

Stephen.

Thanks Stephen! I have filled and sanded the Hair dryer damage and attached the canopies. I have done some Moderate weathering. I just need to do the touch up paint and a bit more weatherin g and it will be finished....I hope  ::)
RAGIII


Such a beautiful aircraft.  Congratulations on such a fine result!
I hear that the HK kit even comes with a 1/144 version in the same box.  That alone would make it very tempting for me.  If only WNW would do the same!  A fellow can dream at least.   :P

Thanks for dropping in William..and for the kind comment. I really have become a Fan of the Meteor and wish someone would do an F8 in 1/32nd. I am even Tempted to get a few 1/48th kits, Tamiya and Airfix. Not sure yet but Maybe  :-\  Finally, yes a 1/144th F4 was included. Very basic but nice outline. I have it assembled OOB and painted silver. No decals were included which I find strange and frustrating!
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on January 06, 2020, 12:17:24 AM
This is a great looking result, Rick.  I'm looking forward to see the final results. 
I also hope this build has helped you regain your motivation to continue building models.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Borsos on January 06, 2020, 04:41:50 AM
I also love this futuristic piece of Alien technology.
Andreas
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 07, 2020, 06:53:04 AM
This is a great looking result, Rick.  I'm looking forward to see the final results. 
I also hope this build has helped you regain your motivation to continue building models.

Thanks Ken. I think My Motivation is back but this one will be a 3 footer  ::)
RAGIII

I also love this futuristic piece of Alien technology.
Andreas

Thanks Andreas glad you are enjoying My Alien Tech  8)

RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale: Completed
Post by: RAGIII on January 09, 2020, 01:25:56 AM
The final update. Pretty much done.. Thanks to all for following along!
RAGIII



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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: dr 1 ace on January 09, 2020, 01:59:04 AM
Looks good  Amigo !

Ed
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 09, 2020, 02:01:37 AM
Looks good  Amigo !

Ed

Thanks Amigo. Now to clean off the desk and decide on the next build  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RLWP on January 09, 2020, 04:57:18 AM
That is really nice, got to love a Meteor

Richard
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: kensar on January 09, 2020, 04:58:48 AM
A great rendition of an iconic aircraft, Rick.  Looks top shelf!
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: petero on January 09, 2020, 04:59:49 AM
Excellent build, Rick! You did a great job of overcoming various problems, and I love the restrained, realistic weathering.

Peter
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lone modeller on January 09, 2020, 05:29:10 AM
Top notch Rick. In spite of the problems you have produced another first class model.

As a suggestion for a future build, how about a nice pusher....!?

Stephen
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Robin on January 09, 2020, 05:57:09 AM
Great looking Meteor Rick!

Sabre next? 

Robin :)
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 09, 2020, 06:05:56 AM
That is really nice, got to love a Meteor

Richard

Thanks Richard and I agree about the Meteor  I am Tempted by the Tamiya MK3 and Airfix Mk. 8 in 1/48th  ::)
RAGIII


A great rendition of an iconic aircraft, Rick.  Looks top shelf!

Thanks Ken, I apporeciate your kind comment!
RAGIII



Thanks for the Comment and following along. Greatly appreciated!
RAGIII


Top notch Rick. In spite of the problems you have produced another first class model.

As a suggestion for a future build, how about a nice pusher....!?

Stephen
Excellent build, Rick! You did a great job of overcoming various problems, and I love the restrained, realistic weathering.

Peter

Thanks Stephen. I did try to keep the weathering restrained. Perhaps just after a gunnery practice mission  8)
RAGIII


Great looking Meteor Rick!

Sabre next? 

Robin :)

Thanks Robin. Parts of the Sabre are still spread around on My bench. Have to clear them up somehow  ;D On the other hand I think I have an On Topic build calling Me!
RAGIII

PS: It looks fairly nice in My Case, barely fit sideways with wing tips touching front to back  :o
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Dave Brewer on January 09, 2020, 08:36:45 AM
That looks terrific Rick,it's a pleasure to see the result of all your work on this project.I hope the next one goes more smoothly for you!

Dave.
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 09, 2020, 12:00:04 PM
That looks terrific Rick,it's a pleasure to see the result of all your work on this project.I hope the next one goes more smoothly for you!

Dave.

Thanks Dave, Greatly appreciated! I hope My next one is smoother also  ;D
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on January 09, 2020, 12:19:16 PM
I'm not much of of a jet girl , but you did a beautiful job on this build Rick . I really love your finish , very well done . But I got to ask ...you are teasing us with only one photo  ;)



Terri
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 09, 2020, 10:17:29 PM
I'm not much of of a jet girl , but you did a beautiful job on this build Rick . I really love your finish , very well done . But I got to ask ...you are teasing us with only one photo  ;)



Terri

Thanks T. One More just because you asked  :D I did the final touch up after these shots and put it in the case before I took any more  ::)
RAGIII


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Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Jorgo on January 10, 2020, 12:40:14 AM
First class, Rick!

Jörg
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: lcarroll on January 10, 2020, 02:16:05 AM
Well done Rick, and I gotta say it's great to see your Modeling Mojo has apparently returned. Looking forward to that Sabre!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: bobs_buckles on January 10, 2020, 04:17:19 AM
Quality build, Rick!
I like the ultra subtle weathering.

She looks tip top!

von B 
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 10, 2020, 06:01:13 AM
First class, Rick!

Jörg

Thanks Jorg!
RAGIII


Well done Rick, and I gotta say it's great to see your Modeling Mojo has apparently returned. Looking forward to that Sabre!
Cheers,
Lance

Thanks Lance. I think a Dromedary May be in line soon  8)
RAGIII


Quality build, Rick!
I like the ultra subtle weathering.

She looks tip top!

von B 

Thanks Von B! I appreciate the comment and May need to talk to you about some Masks for one of My next builds  :D
RAGIII
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: Alexis on January 10, 2020, 11:51:32 AM
Thanks Rick , your the best  ;)



Terri , who had her fix
Title: Re: A Long Promissed Project: HK Meteor Mk.4 1/32nd scale
Post by: RAGIII on January 11, 2020, 01:56:00 AM
Thanks Rick , your the best  ;)



Terri , who had her fix

You're welcome T!
RAGIII