I for one cannot wait for these to become available. I plan on purchasing the 2' Jupiter Two as soon as you guy's release it. Question, are there any plans to make a Gemini XII? I actually like the profile and larger viewport of this earlier version of the Jupiter Two. It's a little more believable than the J2's interior. I appreciate you guy's keeping us informed about this stuff,As I am sure the rest of the Lost In Space Fans are. So hurry and get them out!!!High Regards, Mark

I for one cannot wait for these to become available. I plan on purchasing the 2' Jupiter Two as soon as you guy's release it. Question, are there any plans to make a Gemini XII? I actually like the profile and larger viewport of this earlier version of the Jupiter Two. It's a little more believable than the J2's interior. I appreciate you guy's keeping us informed about this stuff,As I am sure the rest of the Lost In Space Fans are. So hurry and get them out!!!High Regards, Mark
Hello!
I plan to make at least one purchase as well, since I have many Jupiter 2s I purchased or built over the years. But, a very accurate Gemini XII (even one of at least 12 inches in diameter), maybe with an optional launch cradle, would be terrific! I always believed it would have been a viable model as a companion piece to the PL Jupiter 2. Some might think the Gemini XII is basically the Jupiter 2, but it is different (longer/larger viewport, different interior and flooring, more shallow lower hull, larger fusion core, few hull surface details, extendable astrogator and different hatch). I think it would be a great product for collectors. Another product that would be great would be a reasonably sized (but not too large) Fuel Barge with a mini-Jupiter 2 model. They would be great to see!
Jim

Would like to check out their webpage. Have a web address for them?

http://www.scifimetropolis.com/ should get you to the site. If that fails, go to google, type in sci-fi metropolis and you'll get to the site.
I'm really eagerly anticipating these kits also, but I lack the space to properly display a HUGE 4' diameter one, so I'll be forgoing getting one of those. A 1/2 scale B9 Robot is also in the works, and I look forewards to getting "him" as well.

I wish you would come out with a model of the small 1 foot Jupiter 2 SPFX model. No gear would be required, and only a blinking light in the bubble. Maybe a 'wind-up' system and LEDs for the fusion core. I've planned one, just never made it.

Do you know if 2400 bucks is in range for your 4 footer????

I wish you would come out with a model of the small 1 foot Jupiter 2 SPFX model. No gear would be required, and only a blinking light in the bubble. Maybe a 'wind-up' system and LEDs for the fusion core. I've planned one, just never made it.

Do you know if 2400 bucks is in range for your 4 footer????
mark, this jupiter 2 is going to be made from "thermoformed"plastic ? how is that different from injection molded plastic like the polar lights J2 ? is it like vaccuform lunar kits do you think ?

http://www.scifimetropolis.com/ should get you to the site. If that fails, go to google, type in sci-fi metropolis and you'll get to the site.
I'm really eagerly anticipating these kits also, but I lack the space to properly display a HUGE 4' diameter one, so I'll be forgoing getting one of those. A 1/2 scale B9 Robot is also in the works, and I look forewards to getting "him" as well.
hey seaview, i am already planning on space for mine when ever i am able to get one. when i do, i plan on photographing it over on the ajoining property which happens to be the "PONDEROSA RANCH" from BONANZA, and get a few pictures of it landing and landed in the ranch house yard and also inside the cartwrights living room. Now that the ranch is closed to the public, i have a lot more free acess inside the property.

It took a LOOOOOOOOONG time for them to get the 2 footer out, I'm not holding my breath for the 4 foot job. It may take YEARS before they actually offer it.

they will be looking at how well the 2 footers sell, if they are as good as i think they are the parts look great and all the notches and pins looks like everything will be a fantastic fit

before i buy onw of these kits, i will make sure other people get them,....everyone remembers the "UNOBTANIUM DEBACLE".........hehehehe

Thermoformed = Vacuum formed. It's just thicker plastic than Lunar used.
Well, not precisely... they may not have used a vacuum to form this, gravity might have done the job.
AT

how structurely strong is this material compared to lunars vaccuform ? will this kit need to be braced inside i wonder ?

Heavier material will make for a sturdier kit.
AT

how soon will we see the first kit recieved by a customer ?

Let me check with the Magic 8 Ball...
"Answer not clear; try again later."

Still waiting here............ordered one in March.

Did these guys show up at WonderFest?

yes they were at Wonderfest this year, and they had a build up of the J-2 and were selling action figures. The J-2 looked pretty good also:)

So was their 1/2 scale B9 robot. I talked to them at length and they seem to want to put out a quality product. It just takes time.

I was told the J2 kits should begin shipping this week. They had a delay from a subcontractor for some essential parts that were due any day.

I was told the J2 kits should begin shipping this week. They had a delay from a subcontractor for some essential parts that were due any day. I am looking forward to receiving my 2' Jupiter Two Kit. I have High Hopes for these guys. I really want them to succed. I own the John Robinson and DR.Smith figures. They are top notch!!

Lets hope someone takes a TON of pictures of the kit as it progresses from a bunch of parts to the finished model.

Lets hope someone takes a TON of pictures of the kit as it progresses from a bunch of parts to the finished model.I may do it for you guys. I have to get my brother in law to hook up my computer so I can download pictures of some of my other models as well. I built the 2'Lunar kit about 6 years ago and had a blast with it. It has a full interior that I scratch built. A lighted Interior, Working landing gear,working airlock and working Fusion core.I had a LOT OF FUN building the Lunar kit. Yes, there are challenges in it's construction, but I am Happy with the result. I painted it in the Light Grey color of the first season(My favorite Season). In that scale, it actually looks better than the usual silver! I may in fact build an Interior for my Sci- Fi Metropolis kit as well. That is if those guys don't plan on it. I really believe It is worth the wait with these guys. The Action figures have a level of detail that show how much these guys love Lost In Space!High Regards, Mark.

I may do it for you guys. I have to get my brother in law to hook up my computer so I can download pictures of some of my other models as well. I built the 2'Lunar kit about 6 years ago and had a blast with it. It has a full interior that I scratch built. A lighted Interior, Working landing gear,working airlock and working Fusion core.I had a LOT OF FUN building the Lunar kit. Yes, there are challenges in it's construction, but I am Happy with the result. I painted it in the Light Grey color of the first season(My favorite Season). In that scale, it actually looks better than the usual silver! I may in fact build an Interior for my Sci- Fi Metropolis kit as well. That is if those guys don't plan on it. I really believe It is worth the wait with these guys. The Action figures have a level of detail that show how much these guys love Lost In Space!High Regards, Mark.
hey beatlepaul, you got some pics you can e mail me ? i too have the lunar 2 footer i would like to see yours, revolution ? you guys comin to reno/tahoe ? i just heard the radio advertisement get back to me ok?
Bert

hey beatlepaul, you got some pics you can e mail me ? i too have the lunar 2 footer i would like to see yours, revolution ? you guys comin to reno/tahoe ? i just heard the radio advertisement get back to me ok?
BertSent you a PM Brother. However Thats a Different band. My Group broke up 3 years ago. I guess I should change my Name????!!!Possibly EX-beatlepaul,Or Wingsbeatlepaul!

hey beatlepaul, you got some pics you can e mail me ? i too have the lunar 2 footer i would like to see yours, revolution ? you guys comin to reno/tahoe ? i just heard the radio advertisement get back to me ok?
Bert As soon as I can the Computer hooked up to send pictures, I will send you as many photos as I can!High Regards, Mark

thanks mark, i will look forward to them

thanks mark, i will look forward to themJust sent some pictures to you. Could you post them here for the other guys to view?? High Regards, Mark

Just sent some pictures to you. Could you post them here for the other guys to view?? High Regards, Mark
i will sure try, great pics mark, the people look exactly like the cast members how did you do that ?

i will sure try, great pics mark, the people look exactly like the cast members how did you do that ?Thanks. The Figures in the Jupiter Two are the Figures that came with the Polar Lights Reissue of the Cyclops kit Painted to resemble the uniforms of the first season. The Robot is the Johnny Lighting Die cast Figure,again repainted. Dr Smith is the body from an extra Sulu from an old AMT Star Trek Bridge kit With the Head of a Lunar Models Dr. Smith. I wish we could condense this thread along with the Pictures You guys posted so they aren't all over the place!

the cyclops fiqures fit the polar lights jupiter 2 ??? if so i am going to get me a cyclops for the fiqures. you have mail.
Bert

the cyclops fiqures fit the polar lights jupiter 2 ??? if so i am going to get me a cyclops for the fiqures. you have mail.
BertOOPS! No the Cyclops figures are pretty much in scale for the Lunar Models Jupiter Two, Not the Polar Lights Kit.

thats right yours is the lunar,i really like the picture from inside looking at the kitchen.

Just got an email stating my J-2 kit is ready to be shipped.

how soon did they say it will take to get to you ?

Didn't say. Just that my card was being charged. I would assume in about two weeks.

let us know how it is right out of the box ok ? i am looking forward to seeing it

Didn't say. Just that my card was being charged. I would assume in about two weeks.I just received a E- Mail from Sci-Fi Metropolis. It seems some idiot sent them an Email with a Virus attached which recked their system. Anyhow, They said several kits will be shipped this week,(one of which belongs to me!!!). As soon as I get it I let you guys know.

Great news! I saw the 2-footer at WonderFest and I must say it was impressive. Also talked to the guys at SciFi Metropolis and they seemed just as excited about getting it out to the fans.

yes ,.please let us know when you get yours......and if you can post a PIC

yes ,.please let us know when you get yours......and if you can post a PIC Well today is Thursday and I haven't recieved any E-Mails from them yet saying it shipped. Hopefully tomarrow!

yes ,.please let us know when you get yours......and if you can post a PIC Hello guys. Great news, Just got an E-Mail from Sci- Fi Metropolis. Said my kit shipped today!!!!!!!Hopefully I will get it the middle of next week. As soon As I do I will give you guys a review, and Take some pictures. However I may have to send the photos to one of you guys to post them on the forum for me. Very excited! By the way ,check out The Robot factory site. They have pics of Star Trek Action Figures!!! Kirk and Spock. I guess they have the rights to produce 12" Star Trek figures. I have the Professor Robinson and Dr. Smith figures and they are TOP NOTCH! An Irwin Allen Fan's dream come true, The Star Trek Figures look Awesome. High Regards, Mark

Hello guys. Great news, Just got an E-Mail from Sci- Fi Metropolis. Said my kit shipped today!!!!!!!Hopefully I will get it the middle of next week. As soon As I do I will give you guys a review, and Take some pictures. However I may have to send the photos to one of you guys to post them on the forum for me. Very excited! By the way ,check out The Robot factory site. They have pics of Star Trek Action Figures!!! Kirk and Spock. I guess they have the rights to produce 12" Star Trek figures. I have the Professor Robinson and Dr. Smith figures and they are TOP NOTCH! An Irwin Allen Fan's dream come true, The Star Trek Figures look Awesome. High Regards, Mark
Hi Mark, you can send them to me again and i will fix them up for you like i did the other ones and i will post them for you ! take some close up pics of the front viewport frame , landing legs ,and each hull half bottoms showing how the hulls meet and how they mate with each other.
Bert

Hi Mark, you can send them to me again and i will fix them up for you like i did the other ones and i will post them for you ! take some close up pics of the front viewport frame , landing legs ,and each hull half bottoms showing how the hulls meet and how they mate with each other.
Bert OK Bert! You got it. As soon as I get it I will let you know, High Regards, Mark

were all excited to hear about how good the mass produced kits look, gonna want a detailed review as soon as it comes, specialy the main view port, my looner kits leaves a lot to be desired in that area, so im looking for a replaced ment for it...............(-:

were all excited to hear about how good the mass produced kits look, gonna want a detailed review as soon as it comes, specialy the main view port, my looner kits leaves a lot to be desired in that area, so im looking for a replaced ment for it...............(-: I must be the only guy around here who didn't have problems with the Lunar 2'Jupiter Two. In Fact I really had fun with it. Sure it is more challenging than an Injected kit, but I personally like the Lunar Kits.

When the LM 2 footer was the only game in town, it was just a BIG vaccuform kit. I had a LOT of work to do on MINE because I made it do all the stuff the hero did. Overall, if I were to make it a static display model, it would have been a 4 weekend project. The rotating lights (not LED chasers) and those sliding doors were BIG headaches to get to work reliably.

and getting the hulls to line up correctly after installing the landing leg wells inside the lower hull, caused an overhang of one side of the upper hull

Any decent pictures YET?????

When??

on my 2 foot luner, i sanded both hull flat on the garage floor useing sand paper taped together so the hulls laid only on the paper, then sand the edges flat.
after that i use 5 minute epoxy and started in the front and slowly worked my way around, glueing hold and the circufrance mated perfectly.