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Title: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on December 29, 2017, 02:43:20 PM

Probably the Big Red Button with the " Do Not Press" sign that attracts players so much.

or something else as someone is already doing an entry about joining this contest ;)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's placeholder
Post by: Vanvlak on December 29, 2017, 03:02:09 PM

Quote from: Braz on December 29, 2017, 02:43:20 PM

Probably the Big Red Button with the " Do Not Press" sign that attracts players so much.

or something else as someone is already doing an entry about joining this contest ;)

Check Damas' thread  lol

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on January 17, 2018, 02:30:40 AM

-Captain! Everyone knows it is ill-advised to try to outrun an Imperial Star Destroyer.
-Yes, very risky but I know a few tricks and some special maneuvers. In any case, we have to try.

Yes, foolishly I am attempting to build a 28mm scale blockade runner. It is inspired by the CR90 Tantive IV seen in the opening scene of Star Wars. Okay, okay. To keep it reasonable it is approximately 1/3 of the size of a CR90 hence the CR30 designation; about 50 metres vs the 150m official size (well there is some dispute out there about that).

Here are my rough sketches to get the overall idea of design, size and internal layout. I always do that as I mentally need to know that the layout is plausible; in a galaxy far far away sort of way :D
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_17_01_18_3_04_26_0.jpg)

And here I start making tubes. Lots and lots of tubes. Still making tubes.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_17_01_18_3_04_26_1.jpg)

Start of the nose/bridge section.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_17_01_18_3_04_26_2.jpg)

And the overall mid to forward structure as it is. The engine block will likely only have 8 engines vs the 11 on the Tantive IV. Some of my other compromises changes design decisions will be explained as I progress.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_17_01_18_3_04_26_3.jpg)

No detailed interior but may make the floor plan if have time.

Finally started. Phew. 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Sir Dryden on January 17, 2018, 03:29:26 AM

That's a very interesting start. I'll follow your progress with interest. I'd hesitate before tackling a project with so many curved surfaces, but you seem to be handling it without problem!

 Your sketch reminds me of a Tim Eldred illustration in an old WEG sourcebook.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: tomrommel1 on January 17, 2018, 06:42:33 AM

very nice start

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Blackwolf on January 17, 2018, 07:24:28 AM

Good stuff!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on January 17, 2018, 09:04:09 AM

 :o :o :o 8) 8) 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Juxt on January 17, 2018, 09:43:26 AM

This is going to be AWESOME!  :)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Constable Bertrand on January 17, 2018, 10:43:37 AM

Super start to the build matey! Looks bang on for a small-mid freighter.  8)

Cheers
Matt

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Andym on January 17, 2018, 12:02:02 PM

Woah! Great start! 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Rich H on January 17, 2018, 12:14:19 PM

Nice start!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: ichwillauch on January 17, 2018, 05:15:53 PM

Looking forward to see this blockade runner!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on January 17, 2018, 11:19:13 PM

Thanks all.

Still building basic shapes and of course this morning I found some tubes of the perfect diameter which would have been less work. Doh! :(


Here is the first of the engine pods which will need more internal bracing. No detailing yet and so not exciting.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_18_01_18_12_05_44_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_18_01_18_12_05_44_2.jpg)


And starting to build out the mid-section.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_18_01_18_12_05_44_3.jpg)

And of course a project this size requires proper supervision.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_18_01_18_12_05_44_0.jpg)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on January 18, 2018, 05:58:06 AM

I liked your build, but now I like your supervisor better  :D 8) 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Mason on January 18, 2018, 02:29:56 PM

Great stuff.
I absolutely love the design of the Blockade Runner, so I shall be avidly following your progress.
 :-* :-*

I have a very similar supervisor that tends to poke his oar in at just the wrong moment too.
 ;)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on January 21, 2018, 11:35:47 AM

Progress on the mid section. Still building the basic shape before detailing starts. Until I get the engine block done, not exactly sure what the landing gear height will be.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_21_01_18_12_11_42_0.jpg)

and the engine block. Yup just a heavily reinforced box as this is what the engines will hang off.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_21_01_18_12_11_42_1.jpg)

And in other news, Amazon just more than doubled the price of the chipboard I get. :o Arghh and other sounds of anguish.  No solid gold vanity for the captain's quarters.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: ichwillauch on January 23, 2018, 02:38:52 PM

A cool design!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on January 24, 2018, 05:52:51 PM

Quick update. First three engine pods of the engine block completed. The other 5 are at various stages of completion.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_24_01_18_6_12_06_0.jpg)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Mason on January 24, 2018, 06:04:29 PM

Love those engines!
They look great.
 :-* :-*

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on January 25, 2018, 06:26:47 AM

I can already picture that painted - except it will probably look even better still  :o 8) 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: tomrommel1 on January 25, 2018, 08:31:25 AM

very nice indeed

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Andym on January 25, 2018, 12:56:11 PM

That looks great! It’s amazing what you can do with just card! 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: zemjw on January 25, 2018, 05:09:31 PM

Looking amazing so far :o.

Somehow I expect your next project will be building a table large enough to hold the thing ;D

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on January 31, 2018, 11:02:50 AM

Thanks all. Meanwhile, on the engine production line...

Most of the detailing pieces, pre-cut and ready for assembly.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_31_01_18_11_42_29_2.jpg)(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_31_01_18_11_42_29_3.jpg)

The production line with engines at various stages of completion; most are now finished.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_31_01_18_11_42_28_1.jpg)

And a closeup of a finished engine. A coat of ModPodge to come and some painting  of the hard to access areas. I may still add a few more details later given time and how it looks once the engine block is assembled but the rest of the ship needs work also.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_31_01_18_11_42_28_0.jpg)

Not just working on engines. Forging ahead with the bridge section.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_31_01_18_11_42_29_4.jpg)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Andym on January 31, 2018, 12:42:28 PM

Just.... :o :o :o!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on January 31, 2018, 12:56:49 PM

Cripes! I'll echo Andym  :o :o :o :o

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Daeothar on January 31, 2018, 01:59:46 PM

Awesomesauce!  8)

And LAF is like a cathedral; exclamations keep echoing everywhere!!  :D

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: tomrommel1 on February 01, 2018, 07:38:53 AM

absolutely stunning

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: beefcake on February 01, 2018, 08:02:47 AM

Please get this finished in time! It looks awesome!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Johnnytodd on February 01, 2018, 01:39:48 PM

I love the size of this behemoth! :o :o

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: OSHIROmodels on February 01, 2018, 02:22:10 PM

Great stuff  :)

cheers

James

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Rich H on February 02, 2018, 07:12:22 AM

i love the assembly stage, when all the cutting is done and things appear rapidly!

Keep up the good work!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: ichwillauch on February 02, 2018, 01:46:59 PM

The engines are looking awesome!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Mason on February 03, 2018, 11:18:38 AM

Gotta love this.
 :-* :-*

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Sir Dryden on February 03, 2018, 01:26:28 PM

This is coming along nicely! I really like the engines. Seeing multiple copies of an engine nacelle in a post I didn't start is a nice change! I'm also impressed by the fact that it's mostly made of card. I can't wait to see it finished.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on February 11, 2018, 01:39:18 AM

Thanks again.

Pogress on lots of small sections so didn't take too many pics. The super structure is complete now so detailing, detailing, detailing.

Parts for the rear landing gear
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_28_50_0.jpg)

Forward landing gear in progress as well as the cargo container cradles.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_28_51_1.jpg)


More and better pics soon.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Andym on February 11, 2018, 06:00:22 AM

Great stuff!

Did you ever get your ship from last year finished? I don’t remember seeing any pictures! :?

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on February 11, 2018, 01:38:42 PM

Quote from: Andym on February 11, 2018, 06:00:22 AM

Did you ever get your ship from last year finished? I don’t remember seeing any pictures! :?

Shame on me!  :'( :'( :'(  No. Here it is beside my work bench, taunting me, every, single, bloody, day. Acting like it's been abandoned on Jakku.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_08_57.jpg)

Just need a couple of weeks to finish it off, that and the quad jumper in the bin also. All the parts are there, finished and waiting to be assembled except for the quad guns and antennae. Was waiting for some magnets and then got distracted. Plan is to rescue as many as possible of these unfinished projects this year.

More work on the forward landing gear and the bulking out of the cargo cradle.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_05_59_3.jpg)

Here the Overcat is lending a helping paw.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_05_59_2.jpg)

And cleaned up my desk a bit yesterday as it was getting impossible to work on it and could now take this shot:

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_05_59_1.jpg)

And a better view of the engine pod. Ship comes apart in three pieces for storage and possibly to model as a wreck (still thinking about this).

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880_11_02_18_2_33_38.jpg)


Back to detailing

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: OSHIROmodels on February 11, 2018, 01:49:54 PM

Love it  :-*

Quote from: Braz on February 11, 2018, 01:38:42 PM

Plan is to rescue as many as possible of these unfinished projects this year

I do hope so  :)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Mason on February 11, 2018, 02:59:57 PM

That is a work of genius, sir.
Absolutely gorgeous so far!
 :-* :-*

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Anselm van Helsing on February 11, 2018, 03:32:36 PM

Stunning.

How much time does this take? How much free time have you got?

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Andym on February 11, 2018, 03:40:01 PM

That’s brilliant! I was always dying to see the Sparrow(?) finished!

That would be a great shot for your final picture if you could manage it.....The Sparrow being chased by the blockade runner behind it. Use a big black sheet for a backdrop! Something like this scene from Empire Strikes Back...

(http://i1286.photobucket.com/albums/a605/andymac2105/Mobile%20Uploads/69596C04-B902-4081-9836-BDEAB8E3E3E4_zpsfxapzh9z.jpg~original) (http://s1286.photobucket.com/user/andymac2105/media/Mobile%20Uploads/69596C04-B902-4081-9836-BDEAB8E3E3E4_zpsfxapzh9z.jpg.html)

....or...

(http://i1286.photobucket.com/albums/a605/andymac2105/Mobile%20Uploads/B12128B3-3721-4684-BDC5-4199B89A0005_zpslqd5s5vr.jpg~original) (http://s1286.photobucket.com/user/andymac2105/media/Mobile%20Uploads/B12128B3-3721-4684-BDC5-4199B89A0005_zpslqd5s5vr.jpg.html)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Damas on February 11, 2018, 04:16:34 PM

Whoo! Loving this!  :-*

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on February 11, 2018, 07:49:32 PM

Grand show - especially the cat of course  :D ;) 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Juxt on February 11, 2018, 08:03:06 PM

Fantastic landing gear  :-*

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Ragnar on February 11, 2018, 08:08:28 PM

Echoing the others: tip top work.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Hu Rhu on February 11, 2018, 08:32:54 PM

Love this build.  :o :o

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: McMordain on February 12, 2018, 12:01:56 AM

 :o
That really looks great!

Quote from: Braz on February 11, 2018, 01:38:42 PM

Shame on me!  :'( :'( :'(  No. Here it is beside my work bench, taunting me, every, single, bloody, day. Acting like it's been abandoned on Jakku.

That's why I put most of my unfinished projects in boxes  lol

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Rob_bresnen on February 12, 2018, 05:30:06 PM

you BSC guys are all nuts, but this project is a special kind of nuts!  ;D

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on February 23, 2018, 05:28:30 PM

An image upload problem is ongoing, but is being tackled; BUT due to this issue I decided to extend the deadline by a week, so you have a little more time.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on February 26, 2018, 12:59:33 AM

oh yeah... gotta post these.

In three parts for easier (hopefully) storage.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218013853.jpeg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218013955.jpeg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218014105.jpeg)
Guns still separate for painting.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218014200.jpeg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218014247.jpeg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218014342.jpeg)

All together. Sorry for blurriness.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218015112.jpeg)

Closer and crisper image.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/31/2880-260218015035.jpeg)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: horridperson on February 26, 2018, 02:15:37 AM

Amazing! Every project needs more Overcat.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: OSHIROmodels on February 26, 2018, 07:22:38 AM

Fantastic  :D

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Dr. Zombie on February 26, 2018, 07:53:08 AM

By Obi-wans bead! :o

I don't think I realised how big this thing is until now.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Anpu on February 26, 2018, 08:18:06 AM

Superb work!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Andym on February 26, 2018, 08:56:24 AM

Oh WOW!!!! :o :o :o To quote Darth Vader....”impressive!.....most impressive!”

Is that you finished the “build” part of your project then? Do you have an airbrush to paint it or are you going to blast it with some spray cans?

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on February 26, 2018, 09:09:38 AM

Superb 8) 8) 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on February 26, 2018, 11:43:57 AM

Thanks all.

@Andym
Yup. Pretty much done save a few spots I noticed when I Mod Podged the whole thing this morning that needs some greenstuff  and one thing I missed (it's big).
By brush, by brush o_o ;D o_o ;D   Too damp and cold for spraycans and don't have an airbrush (why I'm asking myself, why?)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: zemjw on February 26, 2018, 03:04:16 PM

I was looking at that and thinking "it's cardboard and paint, that won't end well", wonder how you seal it?

What sort of surface does the modge podge provide? I keep hearing it mentioned but haven't tried it (wondering about it for sealing mdf)

Painting that by brush  :o Rather you than me lol

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Rich H on February 26, 2018, 05:44:25 PM

What a beasty! Well done!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Damas on February 26, 2018, 05:59:55 PM

OOOOoooohhhh!  :o :-*

Soooo, are you going to mould and sell it?  :D

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: uti long smile on February 26, 2018, 11:26:32 PM

Magnificent!

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Munindk on February 27, 2018, 07:58:49 AM

An incredible build!
Although it looks like the maintenance crew left some oversize pliers in the middle section in that fourth picture :)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on February 28, 2018, 12:38:14 AM

Quote from: zemjw on February 26, 2018, 03:04:16 PM

What sort of surface does the modge podge provide? I keep hearing it mentioned but haven't tried it (wondering about it for sealing mdf)

Like a thin coat of varnish. It doesn't  obscure fine details that I can tell with one coat, and dries transparent. Dries quickly in about 20 minutes. It is a sealer and glue so it's like painting tacky glue and seems to work well to most materials including regular mdf. Caution: I have not tried it on mdf buildings though; maybe someone has experience with. It's fairly new to me and still experimenting with it. It seals the cardboard so regular acrylic paint doesn't warp it, seals the edges too, binding them together and prevents flaying ( I also use superglue for this).   
Well worth trying out.

Base coat painted. Now on to detail painting.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: zemjw on February 28, 2018, 08:58:29 AM

Thanks for that. I've had some in my Amazon wishlist for a while, so I'll pick up a bottle next time I'm buying stuff.

Sealing cardboard without warping makes it worth buying for that alone  :D

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Suber on February 28, 2018, 09:59:47 AM

This is out of scale in my awesometer :o

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: vodkafan on February 28, 2018, 08:30:02 PM

Only just found this thread, fantastic modelling

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Juxt on February 28, 2018, 11:02:22 PM

What a beauty!  Serious skills in play here  :-*

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Calimero on March 01, 2018, 12:07:02 AM

Ok…

1^st; Wow!

2^nd; Wow Again! It’s amazing what you’re able to build with pieces of cardboard and plastic!

3^rd; What kind of glue are you using to glued pieces of cardboard together?

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Braz on March 01, 2018, 02:52:14 AM

Thanks all.

@Calimero   Aleene's Original Tacky Glue; I use it for all my projects and swear by it. Superior to PVA. And a bit of superglue, the runny type,  to harden some of the cardboard edges and glue non-porous bits.

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Vanvlak on March 05, 2018, 08:41:26 PM

Pic received.  :D 8)

Title: Re: BSC 2018 Braz's CR30 Blockade Runner
Post by: Dr Mathias on March 12, 2018, 06:56:53 PM

The final product looks awesome, well done!!!