Hi all,
Thanks to the great tips and advice I think I am getting the Matuka wing in hand, oops on the hook! Things I have found to help:
A. Good filled out hackle. I used various "types" and the better looking tied easier.
B. A bodkin really helped to separate the feathers and make it easier to wiggle the ribbing in.
C. Patience grasshopper, in wiggling the ribbing. Do not, as AK Best said, hurry this operation.
D. Measure twice and carefully strip the hackle off carefully.

So, again I appreciate all the help. I don't the server would reject my photos as inappropriate I'll try posting one of the flies.
Mike