In this video I show how I use SMD's and LED strip to light the shuttle bay of the 1:350 scale Polar Lights TOS Enterprise model kit.
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@ShawnMcClureModeler3 жыл бұрын
Really great that you are back on Boyd. Really great build on the shuttle bay.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shawn.
@TheSlothnic3 жыл бұрын
I love the Friday night Vids so much
@johnatsf1564Ай бұрын
R.I.P. BOYD! THIS IS PERFECT!
@toboldlygosmodelworks19733 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you back Boyd, hopefully your involvement in the Temporal War went well 🖖🖖😉😉
@rrraddsvalue3 жыл бұрын
Great seeing the shuttle bay explanation, awesome techniques... Thank you
@kurk1701a3 жыл бұрын
Boyd "I only have 5 words to say to" "Dam glad to see ya back " 👍🤭🖖🖖🖖😂
@YdnarLah373 жыл бұрын
I don't know if you've heard about LED Filament strips, I just learned about them myself. It's like spaghetti noodles that glow like Wonder Woman's lasso. They might fit into those really tight spaces better.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Yes I've seen those, interesting uses for sure.
@5200210jim3 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea on the shuttle bay. Great seeing you again Boyd.👍
@outsider2383 жыл бұрын
Amazing how many lights that shuttle bay has just on its own. I would never have the patience to deal with that! Haha! Excellent work as always!
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@MartinWibert4 ай бұрын
Well done!
@gearhead7623 жыл бұрын
Looks good buddy!
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chuck.
@dalestrange98183 жыл бұрын
Boys know you've been busy but it's awesome to see you back on the channel.
@jdsimmie3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you back, Boyd. Great timing with this video. I'm just scratching my head on how to light the shuttle bay. I came to a similar conclusion. Question, how would you then light those rear windows above the ion pods?
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
You'll need to place a couple of LED's or SMD's close to those window ports inside the hull to light them.
@jdsimmie3 жыл бұрын
@@TrekWorks Thanks Boyd. I'll look into that. There sure isn't alot of room between the hull and the hangar bay walls
@MrDravenLee3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you back Boyd. It's been awhile. Missed not seeing any videos from you. Have a great day and as always... Stay safe and keep well with your wife. Draven
@scalemodelereric3 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual Boyd, you don't have to be sorry, like you said other projects can take over sometimes it's very understandable. I got one question if you have time to answer it, I'm planning to buy a bench power supply soon and I wonder, what type of power supply should be enough for model projects? Like yours for example what are the specs for your power supply?.... Thanks and can't wait for your next video.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
I believe the unit I have can go up to 30 volts dc and 15 amps for load. It's more than you'll ever need for lighting models. I got it off ebay for around $50.00
@hangerbird3 жыл бұрын
As a newbie... enjoying your work. But if you could put a link regarding the various SMD and such, that you have mentioned would give me a better idea as to what it is that you are using and I can get and try my hand at using.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
If you go to www.Hdamodelworks.com you'll see pictures and descriptions of all of these lighting components that I use.
@markmcdonald17043 жыл бұрын
Hey Boyd I was wondering when you light up the fan tail approach lights, have you tried a single 3mm cool white bulb? There is a hold molded into the engineering bill halves under the shuttle bay that I used to mount a 3mm cool white bulb that life up the fan tail very well. I am happy that you did this video because I plan on building another TOS Enterprise and the method you have shown in this vedeo I plan on using in my next build. Thanks for all of your tutorials I have and am using your technics on my 350 builds. I'm currently working on the refit. Keep on modeling
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
I use warm white for the fantail lights because it keeps the colors looking more rich. I've found that using regular white washes out the colors. When I tried to use a single bulb it made the center too bright and the edge lights too dim.
@robr.3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you back Boyd..quick question if someone's going to do the 1000 scale TOS and only has rattle can options, any suggestions on primary color🤔
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Tamiya Japanese Imperial Navy Grey is a pretty close match.
@robr.3 жыл бұрын
@@TrekWorks awesome thanks Boyd
@rev.raymondrodriguez34913 жыл бұрын
Missed hearing from you! Every time I see a video on the TOS I relish the one you made me all the more!
@duacot66333 жыл бұрын
Keep on Trek'n, Boyd! Would have liked to see this lit up although I've seen enough videos of yours to know it's going to look amazing.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
You'll see it when I show the finished model. The base for it is gonna be pretty cool too.
@chrisohara23252 жыл бұрын
Hi Boyd, Great video and it will come in very handy when I get to mine. Re-watching the video series/update you did last year for the TOS you mentioned you will be doing an update on how you are now doing the Refit/A model. Is that still on the horizon?
@1965GJS133 жыл бұрын
Great to see you back. I'm waiting for the promised similar series "how to" guide on building the 22-inch Space 1999 Eagle, as I have one in the stash and want to follow-along...
@georgemacgregor54373 жыл бұрын
Great Video Boyd. Welcome Back. Great to see you.
@markfergerson21453 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I wish today's modelers could visit the 1960s when lighting a model was limited to "grain of wheat" tungsten bulbs. It would make them really appreciate the near-infinite range of options today. Can't wait to see that shuttlebay lit up.
@AvengerII3 жыл бұрын
There are still models sold overseas that use rice bulbs. The Bandai Star Trek models from the first decade of this century used rice bulbs; many people chose to upgrade to LED's for those kits. Also, you can buy vintage models with those rice bulbs OR purchase them separately. They lit the 11-ft Enterprise with Christmas tree bulbs in some parts, didn't they? I think the LED is just more convenient and generally safer. They don't produce so much heat and I doubt you're going to melt plastic with most LED's. The models built in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s could only be operated for so long with lights on because of heat issues OR they had an internal cooling system to draw off the heat.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Yes we are very spoiled today. I have the original release AMT Star Trek Enterprise & Klingon Cruiser kit's from 1968 that still have the original grain of wheat bulbs for lighting that they came with.
@markfergerson21453 жыл бұрын
@@AvengerII The filming models used neons and whatever they could get their hands on that would fit and yes, on time was limited and frustrated everyone involved. If LEDs hadn't cost so much in the early days I'd gave used them. I think the first kit I lit with LEDs was the first X wing kit, and that cost more than I liked. The tiny tungsten bulbs are still popular with railroad modelers for their light quality. I may go seek some out.
@JGG17013 жыл бұрын
Mr. Boyd. I wish to light just the Fantail. What part of the Shuttle Bay do I need to accomplish this task? Thank you in advance. -Jim
@tachi98lep3 жыл бұрын
These videos are so great, wish you could make more shows!
@McLarenMan075HT3 жыл бұрын
Hi Boyd I'm just wondering if you are going to be building the new pop Voyager because I know I will I may even light her .
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Yes I'm going to build it for my oldest son. He's a big fan and I've been promising him one for a few years. I'm gonna go for the clear version and have it pre ordered.
@McLarenMan075HT3 жыл бұрын
@@TrekWorks cool Boyd and I'm thinking of doing modeling videos again got a few Trek models to build .
@petermerz27043 жыл бұрын
Nice! Ken at Epyc Models has been building the detailed shuttle bays for a while for the refit model. Looks really good Boyd, nice to see you again!
@richardgrahame60233 жыл бұрын
Hi, Boyd nice to see you back again. One thing that has always bugged me about the TOS Enterprise, if you look at the size of the shuttle isn't the shuttle bay control room far too small for scale.
@fubarmodelyard13923 жыл бұрын
It's a model unto itself.
@ricardoortiz-wn6ff3 жыл бұрын
Welcome back boyd 🖖
@tfranz1966ify3 жыл бұрын
What type of led strip did you use?
@robertthornton11713 жыл бұрын
I guess you can built those kits in your sleep right?. So when your naming the lighting products you use in these kits it's like your speaking Greek to me. Is there a catalog with the LED strips pictured etc. I can follow along with? I feel like I would be doing an injustice to my Enterprise if I don't light it in some way when I get the courage to get started.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
You can go to www.Hdamodelworks.com and see all of the lighting components I used. There are pictures and descriptions for each one.
@robertthornton11713 жыл бұрын
@@TrekWorks Thank you.
@paulvanthomme32093 жыл бұрын
Boyd, its been a while since your last video. You must be busy.
@michaelhintzmikesminiature18123 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@edwardberrocal72663 жыл бұрын
Boyd. How can we order a model from you?
@RossAWaddell3 жыл бұрын
Boyd - is anyone administering The Model Shop forum? I changed my email address a few months ago and my account was disabled until an Admin can deactivate it. There were a number of threads I’m following there and haven’t been able to see any updates - can you please deactivate me?
@paulvanthomme32093 жыл бұрын
Boyd, its been a while since your last video. You must be busy.
@TrekWorks3 жыл бұрын
Yes I've been busy. I have several models lined up for building over the summer, a little of everything so stay tuned :)