spaceman Posted November 9, 2018 Author Share Posted November 9, 2018 (edited) Hello everybody, today came the Main Sprocket Set of 16-Flat Ori, which I have checked out closer, to see possibly, which side did lay below and therefore on the support wax. Well, what do you think? I suspect that in the first picture one looks onto the bottom, which was lying on the wax and seems to be a little bit rougher than the top in the second picture. Under my LED lamp, the difference comes out a little better, therefore the same order of images, here is the view onto the bottom, and here onto the smoother top. So well, I'll have to clean everything anyway in the ultrasonic bath, both the Track Shoes and the Sprockets. That's it now with the 3D printing but first, and I'm very satisfied with the result. And my special thanks to my friend Joe (crackerjazz), who did an amazing 3D job. Edited November 9, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crowe-t Posted November 30, 2018 Share Posted November 30, 2018 Manfred, The Main Sprocket set looks fantastic! I can't wait to see you put all this together. Mike. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 1, 2018 Author Share Posted December 1, 2018 (edited) Thanks Mike, all in due time! Hello everyone, maybe you already wondered about the break, but at the moment I am still busy completing the London Bus (1:24) of my best German Raumcon friend Thomas, who had gone much too early last year. He wanted to gift this Routemaster to his wife as a reminder of her time in London, but whose completion he must have postponed again and again and therefoe unfortunately could not finish it anymore, since he was probably too busy with his beloved Launch Pad project ... Therefore, his wife had asked me if I could not complete the bus, because allegedly only the outer decals (advertisement, line, etc.) would be missing, which of course I could not refuse her. In the same sense I have also taken over parts of his awesome project Space Shuttle Launch Complex 39A with Discovery STS-41D, which I will integrate into my project keeping his legacy alive and in memory of him in this way ... But it just was not only the missing decals, as his wife had meant at first, but the complete window set, etc. had to be installed, and also some small stuff then came to it, and so I also had to get a few spare parts from Revell ... This is how the bus looks right now, I hope for being able to send it next week, and finally fulfill my promise with the Routemaster's final Rollout. So far from my intermediate stop at the London bus stop Route 76 Waterloo to Victoria ... Edited December 1, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 4, 2018 Author Share Posted December 4, 2018 (edited) Hello everyone, after my longer stopover at the London bus stop of the Route 76 Waterloo-Victoria, as well as after the exhausting but ultimately successful 3D prints of the Track Shoes and Main Sprockets for the Crawler Trucks I want to turn once again to the Early LWT (ET-8). After a long bickering in summer with Shapeways' service team, with whose print quality of the modified WSF Intertanks (right) I neither was satisfied, nor I wanted to accept that fact, I had been fiddling even further together with Michael Key and at the same time still modified some so far missing details. These concerned the so-called Flange Closeouts at the connections of the Intertank with the LH2/LO2 tanks, which were sprayed by hand. Source: NASA This photo shows such a Flange Closeout area after manual machining completed. Source: facebook.com (Craig Capdepon) These Closeout areas I've looked at in my photos of the ET-8 again closer and had marked them in the following images for a detailed discussion based on Michael Key's current 3D model. Source: forum.nasaspaceflight.com (Jester) Source: forum.nasaspaceflight.com (Jester) Source: retropaceimages.com (STS-6) By comparison, this transitional area had not yet been differentiated enough in his model, what I have explained to him. While the flat area of the Closeout-2 is too narrow, the subsequent beveled area appears a bit too wide, which I have marked in this photo, and what one can see clearly on the right edge. Source: georgesrockets.com (George Gassaway) In the next image I've put the original photo and the 3D model directly next to each other for comparison. As one can see, the flat area of the front Closeout-2 should be widened to 2,5 mm, so that the remaining slope is only 1 mm wide, measured to the leading edge of the IT, i.e. 12 mm is the distance from the lower edge of the vent to the leading edge of the IT. BTW, the Closeouts at the end of the IT require the same changes I've marked with tape to overview at this WSF-IT. These changes were largely taken into account in the next model except for a small detail. In his model, however, there is no smooth transition from Closeout-2 to the 'normal' Closeout, but a step/staircase that is caused by the different inclinations of both areas, which is not correct. However, by widening the flat area of Closeout-2 should allow a smooth transition with the same slope. And even these transitions could finally still be adjusted, after which the 3D model looked perfect. And this is now definitely the final Early LWT Intertank for my STS-6 Shuttle Stack, Source: shapeways.com (The Aerospace Place) but which I did not order it in WSF, but in FUD, that was delivered in the meantime too. Unfortunately, one can not see well the Closeout details on these FUD photos because of the transparency of the material. And the IT also fits well with the other two Airfix ET parts, but has now to be thoroughly cleaned again in the ChiliDent Laboratory, wherewith finally would be completed this stressful IT chapter. And on this occasion, the Track Shoes and Main Sprockets will be patched up as well. Edited December 4, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wombat Posted December 6, 2018 Share Posted December 6, 2018 I'm only ten pages into your build but wanted to comment already what an amazing amount of fine detail you're putting into this MLP. It sure is going to look spectacular when done with your eye for all the detail. You have some great skills and I look forward to reading more of your journey tomorrow. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 6, 2018 Author Share Posted December 6, 2018 Thanks Phil for your nice compliments, I'm glad if you like what I'm doing, have fun and stay tuned! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wombat Posted December 7, 2018 Share Posted December 7, 2018 I'm now at the end of page 30 and WOW. What you have done is just insanely crazy GOOD! The LED's have just added another dimension to what is already incredible and I'm glad you added them as it shows off all that work so much better since the blast shields went on. If I wore a hat I'd take it off for you sir. I love what you've done and it's just so amazing how much detail you've added up to this page. Much of it so tiny yet you are doing an unbelievable job of replicating all of it and it all makes your MLP that much more impressive. I can't believe what you done with it and just how you go about achieving the results. It's great that you are showing your scratch building techniques in such detail. You are a very talented Manfred. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 7, 2018 Author Share Posted December 7, 2018 Thanks Phil for staying tuned, yeah, the LED lighting brings the LO2 and LH2 Valves back to life under the dark Blast shields. But this is just the beginning, on the FSS and the RSS, there are still lots of further lamps, you'll be surprised ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wombat Posted December 8, 2018 Share Posted December 8, 2018 I've caught up on this amazing build of yours and it is nothing short of Brilliant! The little lamps you created for the LED's were so cool like everything else you've added. All the detail work you added though is way beyond cool really and in the way of that detail you've pretty much added everything as you've gone along. Your dedication to this is incredible! Will be popping in to keep track on this as you progress further along with it. It's sort of like a new chapter with all the 3D printed pieces you are trialling now and I must say I'm looking forward to seeing the crawler stage of the build that'll complement your amazing MLP. The shoes and sprockets you've had created look great. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 9, 2018 Author Share Posted December 9, 2018 Thanks Phil for your nice compliments. Your enthusiasm is a great recognition for my work and makes me very happy. But there is no pleasure without pain, and so my attention for details did lead to this skill for scratch building, that has developed only gradually over the years of learning by watching similar projects like in this forum, what has inspired me in a sustained manner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 21, 2018 Author Share Posted December 21, 2018 (edited) Hello my true friends, the guys from ChiliDent gave the green light for ultrasonic cleaning, starting from 7th January I can get in touch. BTW, I've finally finished the London bus for the wife of my late boyfriend Thomas (†54), and meanwhile he arrived safely, survived unscathed and will surely be a nice Christmas present. In this sense Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all. Edited December 21, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K2Pete Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 Is there a build thread for this lovely bus Manfred? I would love to see what you started with and how you completed such a beautiful piece! And let me also wish you a wonderful and very Merry Christmas, and for Health and Happiness in 2019 ... and superb Ultra sound results! Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 21, 2018 Author Share Posted December 21, 2018 Hi Pete, I don't know, whether you have seen my earlier post from December 1, where I have referred to this sadly uncompleted project of my late friend and forever remembered friend Thomas (†54), which I've taken over for the sake of his poor wife? BTW, I've also thought about writing a build thread on the progress of this project, and in this sense now you've still strengthened my resolve. That's why I'm going get started such a thread in the ARC Topic Auto Modeling Forum/Work in Progress in a short while, because I've collected a lot of interesting photos during this process. These were the assumed assemblies, plus the remaining advertising decals for the body. I'll post a link as soon as I've got started. Thank you for your good wishes, Pete, I wish you and your loved ones also Merry Christmas and a successful and especially healthy New year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crowe-t Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 Hi Manfred, I'm also looking forward to seeing the build thread of your friend Thomas' bus you finished. What parts of his Space Shuttle Launch Complex 39A with Discovery STS-41D will you be integrating into your project? Do you have pictures of the parts you'll be using? Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Mike. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wombat Posted December 22, 2018 Share Posted December 22, 2018 You did a great job with that, Manfred! I'm sure Thomas would be very happy having you finished it and his wife I'm sure is very much appreciative of the fact also. Well done mate! Merry Christmas to you and all that grace this Real Space board. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Slartibartfast Posted December 22, 2018 Share Posted December 22, 2018 I'm still in awe of this project and your perseverance. Please, create a build thread for the bus. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 22, 2018 Author Share Posted December 22, 2018 (edited) Thanks my friends for all your good wishes for Christmas and the New year, I also wish you reflective Christmas and a Happy New Year. I have started an own thread to complete Thomas' Routemaster project and thereby preserve him a honorable legacy: Completion of Revell's London Bus (1:24) - In memory of my late friend Thomas Emberger (†54) There I will post the progress. Edited December 24, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 26, 2018 Author Share Posted December 26, 2018 (edited) On 12/21/2018 at 5:02 PM, crowe-t said: Hi Manfred, I'm also looking forward to seeing the build thread of your friend Thomas' bus you finished. What parts of his Space Shuttle Launch Complex 39A with Discovery STS-41D will you be integrating into your project? Do you have pictures of the parts you'll be using? Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Mike. Hi Mike, in this post in our Raumcon forum I had reported on a first part of the model-estate, which I have taken over from Thomas and will integrate into my launch pad ... Here are some further parts, which his wife still had found, e.g. all bended FSS stairways, the elevator shaft and the machine house, as well as all FSS platforms, which are LED lighted already, which is a great help for me! Edited December 26, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wombat Posted December 28, 2018 Share Posted December 28, 2018 Looking over your friends build that you will integrate into your own project, it appears he was also doing some pretty crazy goodness in the way of detail. You will have no problem combining the two projects because his workings will blend in perfectly with your style. It'll be interesting to see just how far you take things but going on your MLP I dare say it'll be pretty detailed. It's nice to see you are keeping his beacon on top of the crane mast in his memory. He will be looking down with fondness seeing it all come together, Manfred. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 28, 2018 Author Share Posted December 28, 2018 (edited) Hi Wombat and thanks for your nice words. Right at the beginning of his STS-41D-Thread, Thomas did thank me: "Without your super construction report, I would probably never have started the project and besides, you have saved me a lot of preparatory work through your meticulous research". When he started his report at the beginning of 2015, he had already read about one year and as well as built his MLP, which at first glance almost resembles my MLP like one egg the other ... Since the start with his project, the intense exchange of experiences has led to a real friendship, which has always inspired us and encouraged each other in our projects, which unfortunately ended so tragically ... BTW, I would not have mounted a beacon on my MLP's Lightning mast because never one did exist there, but for his sake it should keep flashing over our Launch Pad for keeping his remembrance forever ... Edited December 28, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crowe-t Posted December 28, 2018 Share Posted December 28, 2018 (edited) Manfred, Thanks for showing the pictures of Thomas' build that you will be using. Thomas did an incredible job! Would you mind showing some close up pictures of Thomas' MLP? Will you be building another Shuttle Stack as Discovery STS-41D to put on Thomas' MLP? Happy New Year! Mike. Edited December 28, 2018 by crowe-t Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 28, 2018 Author Share Posted December 28, 2018 (edited) Hi Mike, as I said in my last post, at the beginning of his thread you can see some good pics of his MLP, which is really awesome. Maybe I can complete it with his prepared Revell Shuttle stack sometime, wherewith I might also present the Launch pad optionally with the Discovery as STS-41D diorama, which would certainly be in his sense ... I wish you and Patricia also a Happy New Year! Edited December 28, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crowe-t Posted December 28, 2018 Share Posted December 28, 2018 Hi Manfred, That would be nice if you get to finish Thomas' Revell Shuttle Stack and display it on his MLP. You now have 2 really great MLP's which will make a nice display. You and Elisabeth have a Happy New Year too! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 28, 2018 Author Share Posted December 28, 2018 (edited) Thanks Mike for your good wishes, let's see what can be done. 2018 was an exhausting but successful year due to the intensive 3D printing chapters, I hope to come back to more scratch-building in 2019 ... Edited December 28, 2018 by spaceman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spaceman Posted December 31, 2018 Author Share Posted December 31, 2018 Hello my friends, it will not be long now, and we are writing the year 2019. In this spirit, I would like to thank you for your faithful companionship and wish you all a Happy and healthy New Year. Cheers!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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