Moebius Models 2001: A Space Odyssey - HAL 9000

[aur0ra145]

Howdy folks!

Went to the model store to get some paint and came home with HAL 9000!

I'm sure everyone has seen the movie, so I won't rehash its role. The kit itself lights up! I'm pretty excited about that. Never built a model that lights up before.

The parts count is low, like there are only 7 pieces total.

Overall I've painted it in Ultimate Gloss Black Primer. Chrome bits done in Alclad II Chrome. It's actually looking really good so far. I'm interested to see how the lens and grill come out.

I'm wondering if I can just apply decal solution straight onto the primer, or if I need to apply Aquagloss before decals.

[DBMiller]

Oh, sure, what could go wrong? I hope your home network is secure - I've heard things about HAL.

[Twokidsnosleep]

Cool
You are gonna be locked out of your model room in no time

[Tomcat64]

Are you sure you know what are you doing, aur0ra145?

[Twokidsnosleep]

Are you sure you know what are you doing, aur0ra145?

Ahh yes, AI. We all know how that works out

[aur0ra145]

Are you sure you know what are you doing, aur0ra145?

Ahh yes, AI. We all know how that works out

I was really hoping my Google assistant had a HAL voice mode. Turns out it doesn't... yet.

[aur0ra145]

Painted the rest of the metal bits in metal color. The grill thing came our really well from what I could tell with the lighting.

[bfrd]

Good Morning, Dave.


EDIT:
You know I bet you may be able to fit a microprocessor in there with some sound bites.

https://2001archive.org/sounds/

[aur0ra145]

It's (almost) ALIVE!

Made some good progress. I'll call it 'finished' I just have no 9v batteries in the house for the LED.... and the wife got really mad when she caught me borrowing one from the smoke detector for a quick function check.

The decals went on really well, no issues there and I think the paint came out really good.

I'm thinking of mounting it on the wall of the man cave. I think it'd be a cool addition.

[Bdiddy]

Great job mate, that turned out really cool, the metal parts look a treat

[BigWall]

Super cool! It looks great!

You probably should explain to the Mrs. that she needs to stay on Hal's good side.

[aur0ra145]

Got a 9v and calling this one done!

[Hawkmoon]

Sweet finish and top build just so looks the part sitting there all innocent. Just remember to check the kill switch regulary

[elijah86]

Sweet finish and top build just so looks the part sitting there allginnocent. Just remember to check the kill switch regulary

Indeed, the Moebius Models HAL 9000 is a sweet addition to any collection. Its flawless finish and accurate build make it a visually captivating piece. And yes, regular check-ups on the kill switch are a must!

[digger303]

Superb result both realistic and excellent flawless paint.