Thanks Capn.
Agreed. My fear was that if I didn’t do it right, it could lead to later damage from constant pressure that the magnets will exert. It must be done correctly. Happily, I had a good day. I will post an update shortly.
Thanks for all the good advice, Capn.
About a week ago I ordered neodymium magnets. I ordered 20 for less than $10, not including $3 for shipping. I thought I’d get extra for future projects. Anyway, what I purchased are 1/2" x 1/8" x 1/8".
Below: You can see some of the magnets I purchased in the lower right.
It was always my intent to mount them where I did, but I didn’t expect to mount them as I did. Luck was on my side because I had some Evergreen styrene tubing that was just the right size. The bar magnets went into them with a nice, snug, fit. I smeared some epoxy in them for added measure. The assemblies are secured with epoxy as well. I hope the epoxy holds because I am a little disenchanted with the stuff. I will probably go back and add more for good measure.
Below: As you can see, I positioned the magnets behind the cab insert. I didn’t want to ruin the aesthetics by having slopped up magnets in plain sight. Here is where the risk is though. Once the insert gets glued, there is no going back. If one or both magnets were to break loose, there is no fixing it, and then there is a danger of warping that insert wall. I feel confident in how I have it done though.
Below: Following a similar process I used the same styrene tubing to make the metal counterparts. I cut steel screws to a length that gives a pull, but not too much pull. I was careful to align the assemblies with its counterpart. The screws are somewhat press fit, but I rely on epoxy, mostly.
Below: And voila! It works! I am pleased how this worked out. There is a strong pull but not enough that I struggle to remove the piece. It has the perfect tention that I was looking for.
There are a lot of things that could have fought me on this today, and usually, that is how it goes. Today, it fell into place swimmingly. It was a good day.
I will explore the LED light next.
I know I sound like a broken record but I like what you’ve got there Bakster. I wouldn’t have thought about the magnets but it looks like they’re working out so far. Crossing my fingers.
BTW: I like the paint you used on the engine nozzles too.
Now that is slick. [Y]
Very slick, indeed.
Hey Gam, thanks for the encouragement sir. It’s working great thus far.
Thanks Greg! It was a good day to build. [:P]
Thanks as well Capn.
I pulled out my protoboard today and wired a (0606) SMD flashing Led. I wanted to see if its light output is bright enough, and it is. It lit up the cabin very well. I am glad because the size will be perfect for the space it’s in. Which by the way, I am changing plans. I am moving the Led from the rear bulkhead to the forward bulkhead. The main reason is for wire routing purposes. However, I think it will be cooler there anyway. Before I can move forward on that though, I need to get some finer awg wire. While I wait for the wire, I will finish the rear bulkhead with paint and attach the engine bells. That’s the short term plan for the week.
Later gator.
Steve, You are not monkeying around now with adding LEDs and these superb Engine bells.
I went back to re-read the thread again. What an enjoyable experience. We have some excellent members with a wonderful grasp of language and a most enjoyable Wit.
Thanks Steve. This is better than two barrel fulls.
Jim.
You are cracking me up again, Jim. Glad you are enjoying it. It makes all this effort worth it. And buddy–you deserve a medal. [Y]
Looking forward to seeing the LED in there and her all lighted up!
Accomplished.
That’s enough fire power to propel Icarus to Ape Planet in no time.
Green is an odd color to choose right? The movie prop has panels forward of the windows painted green. I thought it would bring balance to the paint scheme by doing the same at its tail.
So–next on the list is to make the emergency light.
Me too buddy.
Yup. Still there.
The green rear bulkhead and the colour of the engine bells look good to me! [Y]
Me too! Extremely cool and good-looking. Nice work.
Thanks Cliff. I like it too.
Btw. Don’t ask me where the fuel is stored because there is no room for it. I guess we have to assume the engines are non-conventional. They’d have to be in order to reach light speed.
Thanks Greggy! Yeah it turned out better than I was hoping for. I didn’t plan for it, it just worked out. It’s a wonderful journey.
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Like the Millennium Falcon great big engines and no where for a gas tank…