Italeri 1/32 Tornado GR4 Part 1

In the first part of this new series we modify the cockpit to accurately represent the GR4.
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[@triruns]

This is exactly the kind of hyper detailed insanity by a hyper skilled builder that I would never do myself that I love at this channel. Beautiful work, Steve!

[@TheModelShed]

👍

[@Squid2650]

Always an absolute pleasure to see your work, good to see the dedication to the original subject, and the care for detailing.

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you👍

[@johntreloar8203]

Welcome back Steve, loved the video, super detailing from the start, the pics at the end looked great.

[@TheModelShed]

Cheers John

[@Marie579]

Hi Steve your eye for detail is as always meticulous, you’re correct that the instrument panels were at end of service in several shades of grey. One pointer though you may wish to reconsider is your reworking of the 9 toggle switch panel in the front cockpit. On the real aircraft these 9 switches were indeed toggle switches, but importantly they were all covered in a sliding panel that covered all but the ends of the toggle switches, this panel was mounted to a sliding frame via a lever which enabled all toggle switches to be activated simultaneously it was called a RTO ( Rapid Takeoff) panel. So it would have looked more realistic unmodified. The raised lever immediately behind the throttle quadrant that resembles a Aubergine actually sits above the panel add a couple of lumps for switches single pivoted at the rear but positioned proud of the panel for the pilots hand to clasp. Also the cockpit hand light that plugged into various locations via a coiled power lead was basically a cylinder with a 3/8 “ socket that locked clipped like a socket wrench into receptacles. I have this light in my possession if you require a detailed drawing of the dimensions I can supply if you wish. One other pointer for aged tonka’s in the cockpit they can never look too weathered there was an abundance of worn paint on stowage panels and arm rests etc with yellow chromate undercoat on the metal panels peeping through beneath the grey, but Not the instrument panels. The seat detail with the blue lanyards is a great touch ! Big thumbs up on the build so far. Hope this is some help to you.

[@TheModelShed]

A lot of great info there thank you it’s a massive help. Big thumbs up from me 👍👍

[@FinsburyPhil]

Yet another 'steady-hands Steve' master class!

[@TheModelShed]

😂😁😁

[@jerryplews1023]

Fantastic job Steve. Well done

[@TheModelShed]

Cheers Jerry

[@DarkStarProjects-hw2hn]

One of the nicest looking cockpits I've seen...very inspiring...thanks.

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you 👍

[@usssaratogacv3lefevre978]

Great detail Steve, your work is always a work of art.

[@TheModelShed]

👍

[@5EyesIsntWatching]

It's Tornado time 😁 This build is going in my save file for when I get my hands on this very same kit.

[@TheModelShed]

Hope you enjoy it when you do 👍

[@joepucillo1338]

Hi Steve, Happy to see you back! I’m always amazed at the detail of your work. Great job!

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you Joseph

[@ronaldbyrne3320]

Eye-popping detail in that cockpit 😍. Taking my hat off to you, Steve.

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks Ronald

[@SMAZVidoes]

Incredible attention to detail. I salute for meticulous approach.

[@TheModelShed]

👍

[@andreaselesky9970]

Steve, great start and a great eye towards detail. HSI and some other instruments are powered by vacuum and when there is no power, become off center.

[@TheModelShed]

That would explain it

[@dennismoloney6250]

Hello Steve, it was nice to meet you briefly at the Sword and Lance in Darlington. Thank you for supporting us .

[@TheModelShed]

You’re welcome Dennis

[@mikemontgomery2654]

Fantastic work on that cockpit. All that detail made it well worth the time.

[@TheModelShed]

Hope so Mike 👍

[@johnrycroft3906]

Looks like it’s going to be a lovely build Steve. A couple of things for your consideration, on the pilots left hand lower console, you should have an under carriage lever and an emergency jettison switch. On the ejection seats, on the forward of the right hand side is the manual separation handle, which should also be yellow and black. Looking forward to your next instalment.

[@TheModelShed]

Excellent thanks John. I had the UC lever covered but not the other details so I’ll add those. 👍

[@petebird7171]

What a superb job, top marks for that,also a very enjoyable video 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks Pete

[@raleighlamb3324]

Beautiful, and extensive detail! From adding all the knobs, and switches, to popping the detail on the seats! Glad to see you back , and eagerly awaiting the next update!!

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks 👍

[@stephenperry5849]

That is an amazing amount of detail you are adding to the kit. I am more of a 'casual glance' modeller. You must have some incredible patience.

[@TheModelShed]

Casual glance is fine Stephen - as long as you enjoy it that’s all that matters.

[@2805662]

Shh! New Model Shed project just dropped!!

[@TheModelShed]

😁😁

[@marinus8184]

Really nice as always

[@TheModelShed]

Very kind thank you

[@paulmanuse2353]

Amazing work!!!

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks Paul

[@davidguy6823]

Incredible detailing and a brilliant start to the new project. Really looking forward to following the build. I’m sure it will be superb like your earlier work.

[@TheModelShed]

Thank David 👍

[@stuartditchburn7131]

Great job Steve, cockpit looks great and the seats are fantastic. As already stated, panel colour greys were varied due to panel changes and modifications during the GR’s life. 28 yrs on GR & primarily F3 so I am following this build with anticipation.

[@TheModelShed]

Any tips gratefully accepted Stuart

[@stuartditchburn7131]

I will follow your expert modelling lead. No two Tornado aircraft where the same so you can’t go wrong

[@PatricksScaleStudio-76]

One thing I've found useful on my Optivisor is wrapping the headband area with electric tape to hold that head comfort piece in place better. It was getting in the way of the large optic piece being able to smoothly swivel upward/downward. Also, replacing the plastic lens holders with small nuts/bolts has helped immensely. Great video and lovely cockpit!

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks Patrick

[@richelias2973]

Very nice, looks great

[@TheModelShed]

thanks Rich

[@ModelMakerDavesWorkShop]

Very enjoyable watch, looking forward to the next installment

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you 👍

[@steveshanks2537]

Excellent attention to detail as always Steve! Really been looking forward to this build! I got hold of some Solvaset when in the US and wow it’s strong…I brushed some over a recent Airfix kit decal and it instantly smeared the colours on the decal…I tend to start with it in a 50/50 mix with water but it’s definitely useful to have in the arsenal!

[@TheModelShed]

yes you have to be careful with it steve

[@lesthiele4921]

Hi Steve, that is a absolute fantastic start to the build, it certainly is going to be a great build when it is completed, I read John Nicholl's book on his time in the Gulf War, it's a pty the UK is not flying these any more, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia, Les

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks Les

[@eddywells5689]

Wow another incredible build and video

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you Eddy 👍

[@goforitpainting]

So cool. 👍

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you

[@BearstowsBarnstormers]

I was looking forward to trying to keep up with your detailing on the Border Lanc when I pull mine out to build one day, then I saw you put stitching on an ejection seat. I don't know if I can emotionally handle that level of detail yet. Excellent job!

[@TheModelShed]

😀😬😁

[@davispen]

I`m a bit late to this, but for future reference regarding the seat harness - the shoulder straps were tucked in to the back of the head box, waist straps were draped across the side consoles, and legs and arm restraints (the blue lengths of chord) were wrapped around the control stick and nav`s stick. This was the first job entering the cockpit after it had been handed over to the groundcrew, just to get them out of our way and to assist crewing in on the next flight. All Tornado groundcrew throughout the RAF did this.

[@TheModelShed]

Thanks that’s interesting - i think it’s one of those things though where accuracy looks a bit odd on a model. Just preference I suppose - it would be interesting to see the seats arranged that way.

[@edutaimentcartoys]

nice video

[@TheModelShed]

👍

[@adm65260]

Incredible work - in awe , interested where you obtained the variable control for the motor tool .

[@TheModelShed]

Thank you. I was born with it - I just hold my finger on the chuck to brake it.

[@michalwarszawski]

Hi Steve. When You makee an wire innstalation You use pictures or manuals from original sheme planes?

[@TheModelShed]

As much as I can Michal but I’ve also had a lot of help from a friend of mine who has a lot of experience with the kit and the tornado in general.

[@markoldreive]

I use anyz products and find them quite impressive. May I ask what make and model your rotary tool is as I’m looking to save up and buy one for myself and the speed adjustment sounds very good? I look forward to the rest of the videos in the build.👍

[@TheModelShed]

it’s a very old minicraft one Mark no longer available. I just brake it with the finger there’s no speed control on it.

[@StevoLondon]

Hi Steve, great build so far. Can I ask which MRP paint you will use for the main colour or will you go with Tamiya LPs? I am about to start my kit and not sure on which grey to use. Thanks Steve

[@TheModelShed]

Not sure yet but I’ll probably stick with Tamiya acrylic or maybe Mr Hobby Medium Sea Grey.

[@finlayfraser9952]

Goodness me Steve, your attention to detail is impressive, I understand that you know, but would the casual observer be any the wiser, or is for the delectation of the competition judges?

[@TheModelShed]

Not the casual observer Finlay but this is a commission build for someone who is very well versed in the Tornado so everything has to be just spot on.

[@richardgraham4512]

Hi Steve. Great build. I know you've changed the seat straps colour to green in Part 2. I'm working on an early Tornado GR.1 and I was wondering what Citadel paint shade you used for the original straps' tan/orange colour? Thanks.

[@TheModelShed]

Hi Richard It was basically Averland sunset with light and shade effects using white and brown shades from Citadel.

[@richardgraham4512]

@@TheModelShed Perfect! Ordered a pot - looks spot on. Not used Citadel before; might try one of their layer shades (gold/brass) with it to give a metallic sheen. Many thanks Steve.👍

[@neillslane149]

Superb detailing - what material and diameter did you use to add the piping detail to the cockpit bulkhead?

[@TheModelShed]

It’s 0.5mm copper wire from memory

[@michaelkoff4823]

Awesome updates. However, this model and all other versions of this kit have external panel lines that are way out of scale and look like trenches. They actually need to be filled in and rescribed very little in depth. In real photo references, you can't see the panel lines from the distance tge model represents in 1/32.

[@TheModelShed]

that’s true - I have a fix for the lines in part 2

[@jimrichards3621]

Seats look great, but most refs show the straps stowed on the head box.

[@TheModelShed]

Nine of mine do Jim but I think they were stowed that way ready for the next crew entry. I just think they look weird like that on a model.

[@johnrycroft3906]

Oh, by the way. The Tornado had a black rubber floor in the cockpit. For your consideration

[@TheModelShed]

Yes I got that thanks John I used Tamiya rubber black for it 👍

[@inspectorcal]

130 quid for this kit. in these days and times i can not ever possibly justify paying that price for a plastic model.

[@TheModelShed]

Fair enough.

[@CAPNMAC82]

So, is there a clever reason the thumbnails all say "Tonka"?

[@TheModelShed]

Just ground crew banter Mac - It was the nickname they gave the aircraft named after a brand of kids truck toys known for being durable.