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Miniatures Adventure => Future Wars => Topic started by: Braz on September 30, 2019, 09:45:32 AM
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Zrunelord recently reached out to get some pointers on making the mercenary dropship from Elysium. It just happens that I had planned to make one at some point and so from the back burner to front and centre.
Mine is scaled for 28mm so for 15mm scale down to 60-70%
Mostly medium weight chipboard, cereal card, bamboo skewers, 3mm hardboard and foamboard so far. As for the porousness of the materials, I will seal the whole thing in Modge-Podge before painting; works like a charm.
The model is built around a 3mm hardboard base and gives a solid foundation to mount rare-earth magnet or flight stand mount later.
My preliminary sketch. I often do several versions which I refine and clean it up when planning a model but seems I didn't or couldn't find the better versions. FYI, the scale on the sheet is 0.5 inch per square.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-240919084950-409871440.jpeg)
The 28mm templates in progress. I'm still working it out as I check my reference materials more; such as where the back wing will be placed and discovering that the door area is curved and recessed more - not sure if will do that or not.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-240919084951-410082401.jpeg)
Assembling the wing with a new template for the ribs and to set the correct angle. I am using 3mm hardboard for a rigid yet thin member. The wings were still too bendy for the wing length using other materials without making it too thick.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-240919084951-410091789.jpeg)
Where this is going. Just dry fitted
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-240919084951-410101257.jpeg)
Looking at this pic, I realize I"m going to have to recess the door area.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-240919084951-410112329.jpeg)
Next post with more pics up shortly.
Cheers
Braz
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Looking good so far, watching with keen interest 😁
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I enjoy your builds, looking forward to the progress :)
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Phase 2
Recessed the door area and curved the bottom. Decided to go with a closed body (door and rear hatch closed).
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919091913-411012371.jpeg)
Here you can see the inside score marks so the chipboard will bend straight. The line across the bottom indicates the limit of the bending.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919091914-411052368.jpeg)
The modified and new wing templates. You can see the differences with the first ones as the design progresses. The templates are with the doors cut out and the recessed area just indicated as it would become too flimsy otherwise. They are still evolving.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919091914-411062198.jpeg)
The front air intake looking things- not sure exactly what they are.
Just lots of layered alternating cardboard and chipboard.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919091914-411072117.jpeg)
And in place
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919091914-41108954.jpeg)
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Looking good Braz.
Airtake thingies really came out good.
Keep it up
Z
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Amazing schratchbuild! :o
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More please!
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very nice start indeed
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Very impressive :o
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I'm in awe here! I really do admire anyone with skills required to create something with such precision and attention to detail. Can't wait to see progress.
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Looks great so far!
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Thanks everyone. Much appreciated.
Work on the doors and the front curved nose.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919092240-411091144.jpeg)
The rear ramp door
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919092242-41110221.jpeg)
Doors in place. Front side armour panels added although not 100% pleased with them. Back winglets in place, again from 3mm hardboard for rigidity and strength which will get covered in card for details and more strength. The rear of the main fuselage built up and reinforced as it was quite wobbly without the foamboard bracing.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919092242-411111774.jpeg)
Templates for the roof top air flaps/vents and rear thrusters.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919171746.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919092242-411121863.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919092243-411131165.jpeg)
And dry-fitted the various parts to see how it is coming along overall.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919173921.jpeg)
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A question Braz...
You're using foam as a spacer ... right? To keep it place until it hardens?
Z
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:o So this is ridiculously cool...
Looking excellent so far.
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You're using foam as a spacer ... right? To keep it place until it hardens?
Z
No. Glued in place for extra support although not 100% necessary. Weight is negligible.
The side ladders templates. Gluing part in place on the lower portion and just marking the top. Using 1/4" staples for the rungs
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919190142-41140325.jpeg)
The cramps in my hand...need a dremel. :o Drilled the holes in both sides before adding the staples.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919190143-411441222.jpeg)
Using the popsicle/craft stick as a spacer so will all be at same depth. Using superglue to affix.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-300919190143-411452212.jpeg)
More later
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That is beginning to shape up very nice! I can't wait to see it done!
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Ok Braz, support spacers.
I personally use foam board ones since it's sturdier.
Looking good.
You can also use this type of wire , saves you loads of time on ladders & fencing.
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JDcdgYBG8n8/WLCKJE2hB-I/AAAAAAAAIOs/h5ZllFXyqxMyee27Py6jbqWFmEc4LQQMwCLcB/s1600/Fuel%2BTank%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dyrlIo4V45E/WLCKHHdQUXI/AAAAAAAAIOE/c12kRes9sjQq70rgcz0uWcHEdE825jXaQCLcB/s1600/Air%2BTraffic%2BControl%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
Z
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WOW - impressive scratchbuilding!! :o
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Fantastic looking ship already! :-*
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Thanks all.
@ Zrunelord. That's a great technique and foamboard would be easier to poke into but was going for a specific look on the dropship. Keep noticing changes I would make to get it closer to the original model then keep having to remind myself I am not building an exact replica. :P
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144430-41171783.jpeg)
Forward Engines Pods
Again a bunch of layering to create the the intakes then wrapped in strips of cardboard. Keeping in mind that cardboard has a natural direction it wants to bend when I cut out the strips.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144430-411721390.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144431-411731196.jpeg)
Glued on the edge winglet and rear engine base. The foamboard is a little support I created as don't have enough hands.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144431-411741172.jpeg)
Then attached to the forward wings.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144431-411752491.jpeg)
Building up the engine internal support and figuring out the cowling. See the various iterations as I get closer to a shape that will fit. I added some chipboard reinforcements on one piece and will add a second layer to the cowling to stiffen it up.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144642-411761470.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-021019144642-411772231.jpeg)
More to come
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A masterclass! :-*
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Blimey mate you are tearing through that....it is really shaping up rather nicely
8)
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Please confirm that you are:
1) Twins simultaneously working on the project together via psychic link
2) On a 47 hour meth fueled terrain building rampage and you refuse to sleep because the neighbor's dog might steal your freckles
3) You built this over the course of seven years and are now pulling an epic prank by posting significant updates every 15 minutes so that everyone hear suspects/fears item #1 and #2... :`
lol
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Lovely build :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
How do you manage to cut out the shapes so neatly?
Especially the curves?
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Very impressive build and as CookAndrewB mentioned, at quite a pace!
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Braz, loving the start and the steps your laying out. Cant wait to see the end product when completed.
I was looking over the link from back in 2015 on this topic. All the pics are gone. They not available any more?
Grimm
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👍👍👍👍👍
Great work Braz,
Am happy my pm came at the right time. ;)
That's why I think comments keep us going. Everyone needs a bit of urging praise.
You are not building a copy..... I gave up on doing exact copies as more often than not , my models end up somewhat different to what I planned. :D
Z
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This is incredible. Can't wait for the finished piece.
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This is incredible. Can't wait for the finished piece.
Shouldn’t be long now...frankly I’ll be disappointed if he doesn’t post a photo of it built and painted by the end of the weekend.
;)
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Thanks for all the nice comments.
Please confirm that you are:
1) Twins simultaneously working on the project together via psychic link
2) On a 47 hour meth fueled terrain building rampage and you refuse to sleep because the neighbor's dog might steal your freckles
3) You built this over the course of seven years and are now pulling an epic prank by posting significant updates every 15 minutes so that everyone hear suspects/fears item #1 and #2... :`
1) I am a Gemini :D :D
2) Shhhhh. It's the cats...the cats I tell you. I hear them.
3) 7 years is about right. I can neither confirm nor deny it but the movie came out in 2013. There were some models made for filming....
I was looking over the link from back in 2015 on this topic. All the pics are gone. They not available any more?
Grimm
Photo*ucket ransom hostages. They are on my desktop and I will reanimate them.
How do you manage to cut out the shapes so neatly?
Especially the curves?
Sharp sharp blades. Multiple shallow passes instead of one big cut. Care on the first cut and the subsequent passes will follow the first. A good steel ruler.
If the curves on the doors/ramp, I drew some guide lines, then used a hole punch at each end and cut out the section in between. I have a variety of punches - super useful.
Shouldn’t be long now...frankly I’ll be disappointed if he doesn’t post a photo of it built and painted by the end of the weekend.
;)
And here I was going to say the same about your Mega-City build. lol
Now to go on another rampage. ;D
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Brilliant stuff,another inspirational thread :)
I have a 1/48 Liberator,just the spur I need.
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Sharp sharp blades. Multiple shallow passes instead of one big cut. Care on the first cut and the subsequent passes will follow the first. A good steel ruler.
If the curves on the doors/ramp, I drew some guide lines, then used a hole punch at each end and cut out the section in between. I have a variety of punches - super useful.
You make it all sound so easy
You don't have more info or pics of the tools you use?
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Looks great so far. Following your progress!
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Wow, I always wanted to build one of those but was intimidated by the shape.
The chip heist in the film is absolutely perfect for a skirmish game
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You can also use this type of wire , saves you loads of time on ladders & fencing.
That looks great, where do you buy that wire from?
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Hey Steders,
If you are asking about the wire used as ladders & banisters.
I get it from the Ironmongers. They stock 3 sizes and are used to make chicken coops,
song bird cages etc.
They're made of galvanised soft iron wire so can be easily clipped & bent.
Hope this helps
Z
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Hey Steders,
If you are asking about the wire used as ladders & banisters.
I get it from the Ironmongers. They stock 3 sizes and are used to make chicken coops,
song bird cages etc.
They're made of galvanised soft iron wire so can be easily clipped & bent.
Hope this helps
Z
Do make sure to use working gloves when handling the stuff. I had some nasty run-ins with chicken wire until I figured it out, clipped ends can be dangerously sharp.
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Because someone asked how to cut rounds.
These are the tools I used.
I got them eons ago . I think they're Japanese stencil cutters.
The bottom one's blade turns as you're cutting.
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4kJAA7i_BiQ/XZjRZ0KPy-I/AAAAAAAAN88/oruAqAqKynctZPxukeqytZIlkP_6TjfoQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Cutting%2Btools.jpg)
Z
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Get the wire mesh at your DIY store. Good for ship railings and with the right size you can make some chairs from them too.
You don't have more info or pics of the tools you use?
As requested. These are pretty much the tools I've used on this build so far and the ones I use most often. The black X-Acto has the freshest sharpest blade which I transfer to the other X-Actos when they get a bit dull but are still useful. I also have another steel ruler which is quite useful to have.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-051019181153.jpeg)
More tools I have or use fairly often. A few tools not shown: wood pencil (a bit blunt for scoring cardboard) toothpicks as applicators, and needle nose pliers and jewelers saw. I do have others about but that was what was on my desk and in reach.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-051019170033-412041166.jpeg)
Here you can see the steps of making those oval windows. You turn the punch upside down and then you can see the alignment lines on the cardboard and can place exactly where you want the hole to go.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-051019165317-41199685.jpeg)
Cladding for the wings. Using the blunt pencil to score the back of the cardboard to help get a straight line and I use the ruler also when bending it back.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-051019165317-412012351.jpeg)
The wings with the left side complete and the right still uncladded. Cutting a millimeter off the trapezoid on two sides allows the flaps to be separated a bit from the main wing - no need to etch panel lines. The cladding cleans up the wing, makes a rounded front and the creates the typical wing shape. It also strengthens the wing.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-051019165318-41202550.jpeg)
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Hey Braz,
Looking great ;) ....
We have almost the same setup.... where did you get the hex & the hole punches from ? Not the hole punch/plier.
I'll take pics of the tools I have which I would suggest you should get.
like this one
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51zpeHQHk5L._SL1001_.jpg)
Thanks
Z
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Very useful thanks Braz :-* :-* :-*
I would also like to know where you got the square and hex hole punches
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Oh I forgot to add what that punch does.
It does the elongated oval windows as seen here
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-71fqBEmXb2A/WncSARfmGII/AAAAAAAAMVQ/yrvnD_tfUc0M00_spdOkN4nlCzMThptpQCLcBGAs/s1600/Serpentia%2BVehicles%2BPt%2B2%252817%2529.jpg)
Z
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@Zrunelord
That is a nifty punch.
@gamer Mac
This is the 1/2" hex punch I have which I may have ordered from ebay but you can get on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sizzix-Paper-Hexagon-Holtz-Die-cut/dp/B00OL241MQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Sizzix+Paper+Hexagon&qid=1570302709&sr=8-1
I also have a 1" hex punch by Fiskars but it feels like the handle is going to snap off every time I use it so I would go with another brand. There seem to be a few on Amazon.
The square I have but may be prohibitive shipping across the pond. It has imperial and metric rulings.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00K2T2ADE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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THANKS AGAIN
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Because someone asked how to cut rounds.
These are the tools I used.
I got them eons ago . I think they're Japanese stencil cutters.
The bottom one's blade turns as you're cutting
Z
That looks like a drag knife.
For those that are interested check out leather crafting tools. Also called a swivel knife. With a little pratice they are excellent for accurate cutting of all types of curves.
(https://www.zackwhite.com/assets/images/8200901.jpg)
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Interesting Brandlin, will check them out.
It is Braz, it is officially made to punch holes in ID cards or their holders, so that they can be easily attached to your shirt.
We scratchbuilders tend to adapt whatever is at hand to our needs 😁😁😁😁
Z
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Leather-Stitching-Carving-Working-Groover/dp/B079KTXYSQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Leather+tools&qid=1570343733&sr=8-1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Leather-Stitching-Carving-Working-Groover/dp/B079KTXYSQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Leather+tools&qid=1570343733&sr=8-1)
Just did a search on Amazon, this is a lovely piece of kit. Braz those star shaped wheels would be great for embossing rivets etc. And not expensive , I paid almost that much for a special plier.
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71PxIUP45KL._SL1200_.jpg)
Z
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Leather working tools can be a real treasure trove. I have a few.
The stitching punches (the ones in the bottom right of your picture) I use a lot for punching regularly spaced holes in styrene sheet and other materials.
The edge bevellers (Skivers) are also great for chamfering the edge of sheets - and they are lethally sharp too!
Mind you I think I have a tool fetish as I have a garage full of wood working tools as well... (thats my other hobby)
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There are so many useful tools and punches available. Thanks all for the info.
More cool tools to acquire...sigh.
And now the engine thrusters.
Rolling the tubes.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-061019190341-41238641.jpeg)
Trimming the tubes so will fit at correct angle.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-061019190341-412431513.jpeg)
All the parts for the engines
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-061019190341-41244600.jpeg)
The engine thrusters complete.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-061019190342-412452493.jpeg)
Back thrusters , winglets and under carriage next. Not sure if will add landing gear or now.
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This is a great build! Plus all the tips and tools! In addition the layout of each of the section you are working on with the parts really explains your step by step process. Thank You.
Doug
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This is a great build! Plus all the tips and tools! In addition the layout of each of the section you are working on with the parts really explains your step by step process. Thank You.
Doug
Yep totally agree, loving the step by step
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Love how the engine was developed & & built, like a perfect jigsaw puzzle.
Off course you have to make landing gear.
You could magnetise them in order to remove them when in flight.
Z
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This will be an invaluable aid to all modeller. The step by step will help so many people to build their own ships!
Lovely work! :-*
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:-* :-* :-*
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Great work. THanks for the tips, too. Even if even with the tools, I probably would not be able to do something similar lol
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There are so many useful tools and punches available. Thanks all for the info.
More cool tools to acquire...sigh.
Here is another leather tool to look at. It will emboss several different sizes on one side and does nice recess holes on the other.
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C2Adix3xv90/XYdTbUxP2YI/AAAAAAAACG4/eGhgw4jYSyUTGj3LSyVteCoYsRtddI-8gCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/IMG_0970.jpg)
Rivet example is on the bottom right hand side.
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vg0YedjG_dA/XYdTkh2VT5I/AAAAAAAACG8/vFyG3VbSTHUsNFtOtOsfaDJO81-anvVoACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0971.jpg)
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That looks like a great tool to have, thanks
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All tools are lovely especially if you can use them for the hobby also :D :D :D.
But this is one of the most useful tools I have for cutting plastic , thick card & pvc.
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61Kuxj0v4xL._AC_SL1000_.jpg)
Like this
https://www.amazon.co.uk/NUZAMAS-Gasket-Adjustable-Cutting-Plastic/dp/B07JF5FDKN/ref=sr_1_18?keywords=adjustable+plastic+pipe+cutters&qid=1570466446&s=diy&sr=1-18 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/NUZAMAS-Gasket-Adjustable-Cutting-Plastic/dp/B07JF5FDKN/ref=sr_1_18?keywords=adjustable+plastic+pipe+cutters&qid=1570466446&s=diy&sr=1-18)
Z
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All hail inventors of cool tools. All praise those who bring them to my attention :D
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I'm with Braz. This tool immediately went into my Amazon cart!
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😁😁😁😁
Mechanicum approved phrase, good one Braz.
You did well Cook.
Having given the link , i must say that I got mine as a set from Lidl.
It even had attachments to cut pipes.. but you know lidl , now they have them the next day they're gone. :(.
Z
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Yes, I see a handful of tools that will be going on my wish list!
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Photo*ucket ransom hostages. They are on my desktop and I will reanimate them.
Glad to hear.
Let me know when you do. When Z was looking I recalled someone making the dropship some years back. I recall the pics posted then. But without seeing your pics I cant be it is you I was thinking of.
Grimm
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I remember that too. It was painted a desert camo pattern, with a SA airforce logo on the sides.
I think it was more boxy than this one, but I remember thinking it pretty cool too.
I believe there were some police droids in the thread as well.
And this may be stretch, but I somehow associate 6milPhil with it? ???
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Not wanting to steal anyone's thunder, but I dabbled a bit with Elysium back in 2013 (Gods, has it really been six years).
Photobucket killed my pics, too, but I've attached them below for reference.
Nowhere near as good as this one is promising to be, mind, and much more of a loose interpretation/inspiration. The bot concept might be of use to some, though.
Original thread here: https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=57718.0
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Nice build & colour scheme Chris.👍👍👍
Where did you get those droids?
Z
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Nice build & colour scheme Chris.👍👍👍
Where did you get those droids?
Z
They're the "Terminator Robots" from the Copplestone Future Wars range:
https://www.copplestonecastings.co.uk/prod.php?prod=33
Some minor modifications with plasticard and wire to the head, the rest is paint.
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If anyone interested Forbidden Planet has a sale on the Artbook for Elysium, £10 for hardcover.
https://forbiddenplanet.com/107332-elysium-art-of-the-film-limited-edition-hardcover/
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Thanks for all the comments. Step by step may also be for my failing ;D :o ??? memory
@Chris Thanks for sharing. Those are really nice and look the part. I've also converted some of the Copplestone Terminators.
@ Grimmnar Will do. Just pulled the rest off PB so will start posting some soon but seem to have lost some due to corruption or mis-filing. Will try to dig out the originals.
And some build pics.
Built up the undercarriage. There is a piece of mdf/hardboard inside to make a super steady mount for a magnet and/or drilling a hole for mounting on a flight stand.
Will figure out a way to attach the landing gear too.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-091019020122-41295341.jpeg)
Looking at reference pics for something else and ended up having to do some surgery on the back wings.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-091019020122-412961955.jpeg)
Building up the wing pylons with multiple layers of cardboard on chipboard. The flaps are to ensure it is well connected and stays vertical.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-091019020122-412972036.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-091019020122-41298345.jpeg)
And the components of the rear engine pods in construction. I don't have a finished one yet so no pic. Likely will only attach near the end of the build.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-091019020122-4129918.jpeg)
Ciao
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...I dabbled a bit with Elysium back in 2013...
Yeah that must be the one then!
Always interesting to see how memories get warped along the road though; no SAAF logo on the sides. And Phil or Chris, hey; an easy mistake to make, right? :D ::)
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Great model Westfalia Chris very good likeness!
But it lacks one important detail I hope Braz model will feature (as it will be perfect build :)
Antelope logo was surprising and very SAdetail on the movie :>
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/ec/42/66/ec426688f33b7fe05d8c373eaa4813a8.jpg)
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Not wanting to steal anyone's thunder, but I dabbled a bit with Elysium back in 2013 (Gods, has it really been six years).
Photobucket killed my pics, too, but I've attached them below for reference.
Nowhere near as good as this one is promising to be, mind, and much more of a loose interpretation/inspiration. The bot concept might be of use to some, though.
Original thread here: https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=57718.0
Hey Zrunelord, this is the one I was thinking of. Just couldn't remember who posted what I was remembering.
Love the looks of this kitbash Westfalla. Wish the original thread was repopulated.
@ Grimmnar Will do. Just pulled the rest off PB so will start posting some soon but seem to have lost some due to corruption or mis-filing. Will try to dig out the originals.
Cant wait.
And glad I was wrong to help spur your beauty along.
Grimm
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Thanks Grimnar,
Nice model...
That movie prop is awesome....but I would have to buy a new house to store a monster like that , :D :D :D if I were to build one!!!
What would I give to be a movie set model maker!!!!!
Z
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What would I give to be a movie set model maker!!!!!
Definitely.
Cladding for the rear tail assembly. This greatly strengthens the chipboard.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019004446-41322940.jpeg)
More cladding for the rear wings.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019004446-41323490.jpeg)
More rear wing structure. Parts, assembly and assembled.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019195214-41351306.jpeg)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019195215-413521616.jpeg)
Rear wing cladded, assembled and detailed. Needs a bit of greenstuff work.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019195215-41353736.jpeg)
Tail assembly and cladding. First iteration of the wings at the top; modified as needed once got to this phase of the build. Made one from spare foamed pvc as a trial which likely will be used for a crashed ship.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019195215-413541706.jpeg)
Finally starting to assemble the various parts which has to be done in a certain order. Wings first then front roof, then tail and finally rear thruster/vent assembly. I also managed to lose one of the pylon thrusters...no idea where it went. Going to have to build a new one but have the templates. Afterwards the roof and nose detailing...woohoo!
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019195215-413551426.jpeg)
The crashed Bugatti. I would so make this differently today. Have another pack of the Copplestone terminators waiting to be converted.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-121019004446-413242166.jpeg)
Cheers all
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Great build, yet again! I almost can't wait to see the end product!
The red ship looks great as well!
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Shaping up real nice Braz 👍👍👍👍
One question, what kind of card are you using, looks like cereal box type.
I use whatever I have at hand.
Z
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Thanks all.
One question, what kind of card are you using, looks like cereal box type.
I use whatever I have at hand.
Z
I mainly use cardboard from tissue boxes which is fairly thin, easy to cut and bends easily. All manufacturers are about the same so no specific brand. As soon as I realized this was my preferred cardboard, I started hoarding them. Yes in addition to the lead pile I have a cardboard one. :D Tissue cardboard is about 1/3 the thickness of the chipboard I use which is Grafix medium weight chipboard.
https://www.amazon.ca/Grafix-CB81125-Chipboard-11-Inch-Natural/dp/B00161W6L8/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Grafix+CB81125+Medium+Weight+Chipboard+Sheets&qid=1571041704&sr=8-1 (https://www.amazon.ca/Grafix-CB81125-Chipboard-11-Inch-Natural/dp/B00161W6L8/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Grafix+CB81125+Medium+Weight+Chipboard+Sheets&qid=1571041704&sr=8-1)
It is also easy to use paper punches with it and the cuts can be very detailed/fine. One side has a smooth finish, the other regular cardboard. The main limitation of the tissue cardboard is the size which tops out at 12x22cm (4.5x8.5") for the biggest pieces.
I also use cardboard from cereal boxes which is twice the thickness of the tissue boxes and 2/3 that of the chipboard so in between that of the tissue and chipboard.Cereal cardboard can vary a lot between companies.
And I also use illustration board (the same as picture mat board?) with the smooth plate finish although the toothed finish is sometimes useful for a textured finish. And for very thin/fine work card stock (110lb -199g/m2) which is just really very thick cover paper.
I like the consistency of knowing the properties of the cardboard I use otherwise I use what is available or needed for the job.
Speaking about cardboard, here is a teaser pic.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-141019112931-41389786.jpeg)
And back to the mercenary dropship, starting to detail the front
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-141019112931-41387555.jpeg)
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The crashed Bugatti. I would so make this differently today. Have another pack of the Copplestone terminators waiting to be converted.
Well it is today. Have at it.
Grimm
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Chipboard?! I never heard of it, see you learn something everyday, I've been using cereal boxes all this time! Now I can build stuff and cut back on my weight. lol Plus save money do you really know how much one box of cereal goes for these days!
Thanks :D
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Thanks for the detailed explanation & the links Braz.
You have a cardboard pile? What a coincidence, i have one also 😁
Must point out that chipboard for me is something like particle board for you , i.e. synthetic wood.
The good thing is that when you get stuff like you showed us , it's like building out of plastic card, where the scale model's dimensions are more precise .
I also use mounting board, like that used for picture frames.
That's a good one Warmonkey :D :D
Keep it up
Z
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@Warmonkey lol so true!
Re:chipboard. If ordering beware of the different thicknesses. The medium weight is good for structural builds, the lighter weigh is more like thin notepad backer to tissue box flimsy.
And now proceeding to the forward and roof detailing. Lots of varied pieces of hardware.
The two nose sensors.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-181019112627-414532168.jpeg)
And the sensors mouunted. Also the wip of forward lights, smoke dispensers, radar domes, air intake and mystery sensor.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-181019112627-41455930.jpeg)
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There is a caged sensor for which the cardboard cage I made was too flimsy...polystyrene to the rescue.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-181019112627-41456449.jpeg)
Some antennas and other sensors.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/41/2880-181019112628-41457999.jpeg)
Thanks for watching
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LOVELY work Braz.👍👍👍
Z
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Very nice work!
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I'm very much looking forward to the finished ship. Will it have the tiny homing explode-y drones too?
https://youtu.be/1kNZdy-IxNQ
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This is just mind blowing, thank you for sharing. Looking forward to seeing the end product.
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Thanks all. not much progress. Working on other projects while waiting for some nice weather - too humid to prime some plastic parts. Also figuring out the best flight stand for this. Trying a few different things and waiting to get some parts tomorrow hopefully.
@Dentatus Of course there needs to be drones. Explode-y drones are fun. lol
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Thanks all. not much progress. Working on other projects while waiting for some nice weather - too humid to prime some plastic parts. Also figuring out the best flight stand for this. Trying a few different things and waiting to get some parts tomorrow hopefully.
Someone stop him. He is trying to move to another project.
Get him. Chain him down. :-)
Grimm
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:D Fear not Grimmnar; still working on it. Just received some parts for the flight stand.
Bonus: Just resurrected about 80% of the Photoransomed pictures on my threads. Woohoo!
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Hey Braz.
Did you finish this build?
Z
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just outstanding scratch build !!!
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Looking real good so far. Looking forward to the finished product. Didn't realise they use a miniature for filming always thought it was all done in CGI.