K'Tinga Again

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SteveNeill

Sr Member

• May 1, 2012

• #1

Started another today for a member of this forum Bryan. Today I made the base and got the model parts all trimmed and openings made for the AFT Photon emitter and the impulse engines. all the light blocking done and a custom base.

Video on the way. It will take hours to load.

Here's some pictures in the mean time.

The leather effect on the base I talk about in the video as well as showing you the entire process of building it.

Steve

 

SmilingOtter

Master Member

• May 1, 2012

• #2

Snazzy! Looking forward to seeing how it's done.

 

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Bryancd

Master Member

• May 2, 2012

• #3

SO EXCITED! Already the base looks amazing!

 

Smiling Demon

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #4

Holy Crap!!!!

Slow down and give us a small chance to catch up!! :lol

 

SmilingOtter

Master Member

• May 2, 2012

• #5

Here's the video:
KTinga Part OneA - YouTube

So Steve, the funky texture is the result of spraying primer over clear coat that isn't quite dry?

 

clancampbell

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #6

I can't believe it!!!!

I thought to myself, "how the heck did he get that almost leather effect on the base????"

Happy accident indeed!

Rich

 

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SteveNeill

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #7

Thanks for posting the video guys. I was having a was with my aging PCs again. Gave up and wen to bed.

I see they loaded.

Steve

 

trekriffic

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #8

That base turned out awesome! What a happy accident with the primer over the uncured clearcoat. I look forward to the next video.

 

Spheric Thor

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #9

That was a nice accident, now the question is could you ever reproduce it on purpose.

Chris

 

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SteveNeill

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #10

I think I can. I'll do a test.

Thanks guys,

steve

 

Spheric Thor

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #11

Just remember the steps, Primer, Paint, Clear Coat, Drop & Primer. :lol

 

trekriffic

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #12

Was that a black primer Steve you put on over the clearcoat? Must be I guess. Normally I've only used grey or white primer myself.

 

division 6

Master Member

• May 2, 2012

• #13

Steve,
Out of curiosity are you going to have the flashing red nav lights on the top of the neck and middle bottom of the main hull?
Watching the opening scene they pulse at the same time.

 

Caladonis

Member

• May 2, 2012

• #14

Looking great, cant wait to see the new bridge/front section. That base is awesome!

 

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Cadeian

Active Member

• May 2, 2012

• #15

Hey Steve!
You don't know me, but I had to drop in and let you know how much fun I have watching your builds!

I adore watching the New Yankee Workshop because while I'm watching I get the inescapable feeling that I'm seeing a master craftsman at work. Watching your video updates gives me exactly the same feeling - with a nerdy twist. I love it! Keep up the good work!
Someday I'd love to own one of your pieces.

Build on, good sir!

 

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SteveNeill

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #16

trekriffic said:

Was that a black primer Steve you put on over the clearcoat? Must be I guess. Normally I've only used grey or white primer myself.

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Dark gray primer from Rustoleum. It looks black not dark gray.

And thanks guys for all the nice comments. I appreciate it.

As for the flashing lights that board to drive them at the same time is 62 bucks. I figure I'll just have them on not unless the client wants to get the board. It also drives the strobes so it's kinda of a waste just for two flashing lights. And they don't make red blinkers except in 5 mm that I could find. Too big and they won't flash at the same time.

Steve

 

trekriffic

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #17

SteveNeill said:

Dark gray primer from Rustoleum. It looks black not dark gray.

And thanks guys for all the nice comments. I appreciate it.

As for the flashing lights that board to drive them at the same time is 62 bucks. I figure I'll just have them on not unless the client wants to get the board. It also drives the strobes so it's kinda of a waste just for two flashing lights. And they don't make red blinkers except in 5 mm that I could find. Too big and they won't flash at the same time.

Steve

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You could try using a self-flashing red LED and run fiber to the points on the hull where you need flashing red lights. I did that on my 18" Enterprise build. Using one flashing LED ensures they will all be in sync.

 

Randy13

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #18

Smiling Demon said:

Holy Crap!!!!

Slow down and give us a small chance to catch up!! :lol

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Seriously. With all the multitasking of these builds, photos, videos etc. it’s amazing you have time to sleep and eat. It’s getting to a point where you should have your own category up on top. And as usual, you’re doing a wonderful job. Thank you Steve for sharing your amazing work.

 

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Bryancd

Master Member

• May 2, 2012

• #19

Love he look of the base, Steve! Outstanding.

 

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SteveNeill

Sr Member

• May 2, 2012

• #20

Thanks guys and thanks Steve for that thought. I have one flashing Red 5mm in my bin and I'm going to do exactly that!

Steve