AT-AT build progress

Hi guys,

I own a few SS models/display pieces already, such as a MR Falcon, Sideshow premium format Scout and speeder, and a Capt. Cardboard X-wing (not built by me). I have never attempted a studio scale model before and but have always fancied giving it a go.


I bought a AT-ATRon as I LOVE the at-at's, and have wanted one in my collection for some time now. I did have this up for sale some time back but decided to keep it and make a go of it.
Phil (TK1680) was very kind and sent me a disk with pics of his build - this disk is worth it's weight in gold and has helped me out no end! - Thanks again dude!


I have made some slow progress to date and promise to get some pictures up very soon to show you guys how I'm getting on. I do have a quick question though about a particular piece of the kit that I am hoping those of you that have made this kit will be able to help with.
The head section requires a piece of wood gluing vertically inside it. How have you guys gone about doing this? I have drilled out and sanded down the back of the head for the neck section to slot into, but I cannot work out how to glue in the piece of wood for the bungee cord to attach to!


I appreciate any help you guys can offer - either on this part or any other tips you may have that will assist me with this beast!!


Thanks all,
Smally.

Technically this at at is not studio scale. Try the general modeling section

Sorry Smally, I cant help you with that 'cos I didn't use the bungee...



Phil

I would ditch the bungee cord and resin neck in favor of using carburetor hose and an armature for inside the neck. You can build an armature using ball and socket parts found at the link below or fabricate one yourself. I used the parts from Armaverse since it's pretty hard to find threaded balls for the joint anywhere else. If you use this method the carb hose is sufficient since it will not carry any weight.


http://www.armaverse.com/phase-3_parts.html

Thats the way id play it Mike, alloy convoluted hose, and a metal armature, very simple to do, and the hose will allow you to pose the head till your hearts content....jeez, wish i was building this .

Pics Smally, very glad you decided to slog on with the build, its the biggest thing im missing for my Hoth fix...an ATAT, id go the MR route, but they are overpriced and SUCK in the grand scale.

lee

Mike, I recently picked up an AT-ATRon myself. Which size range of Armaverse bits did you use for the neck?

Hey guys, thanks for all of the feedback as well as the alternative ideas.

Mslz22 - thanks for the links to these. Just so I can gain an understanding what I'm actually looking at here, what size are these ball and socket parts? Did you actually make the at-at with this construction yourself? If so is there any chance of some pictures please mate?

Pics of my progress will be up tomorrow!

Thanks again all,
Smally.

If you follow the link below they have a PDF with actual size. I did use their parts on an AT AT Ron that i had years ago, that i do not have anymore. They worked well and looked better than the resin neck. i don't know if i have any pics but i will look. I think what i would do it to get the 4 dimple trap and 2 ball bearings, once you have those you can go to a local hardware store to find threaded rod x2 that is the correct length. connect the body to the 1rst ball bearing, then the trapezoid part in the middle, 2nd ball bearing connects to the head.
hope that helps
mike

http://www.armaverse.com/PDF/Phase2_parts.pdf

Smally said:

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Hey guys, thanks for all of the feedback as well as the alternative ideas.

Mslz22 - thanks for the links to these. Just so I can gain an understanding what I'm actually looking at here, what size are these ball and socket parts? Did you actually make the at-at with this construction yourself? If so is there any chance of some pictures please mate?

Pics of my progress will be up tomorrow!

Thanks again all,
Smally.

Here's a link to mikes forsale thread.I think the piece he is talking about is in the pictures.I did buy it from him.I don't have a camera to take more pictures,sorry. http://www.therpf.com/f13/ron-built-...oration-98357/

Hey Smally, I got the carb hose for mine at halfords.

Phil

Anyone has an idea about the size/diameter of the carb.hose used on the studio scale AT-AT.
And if so where can i get these.
I've checked several at halffords but they all come with dents in the wire and i think not enough wire rings per cm.
I hope someone can help me.
Thanks

dirtydave said:

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Here's a link to mikes forsale thread.I think the piece he is talking about is in the pictures.I did buy it from him.I don't have a camera to take more pictures,sorry. http://www.therpf.com/f13/ron-built-...oration-98357/

That paint job is amazing! If you ever get your hands on another camera, we'd love to see some more pics mate!

Smally.

tk1608 said:

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Hey Smally, I got the carb hose for mine at halfords.

Phil

Hi Phil,

Thanks mate. Any idea on what the diameter is on the one you got? I could pop on down to Halfords today and get cracking!

mslz22 said:

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I think what i would do it to get the 4 dimple trap and 2 ball bearings, once you have those you can go to a local hardware store to find threaded rod x2 that is the correct length. connect the body to the 1rst ball bearing, then the trapezoid part in the middle, 2nd ball bearing connects to the head.

Ah, now I get it! Yeah that's great. Thanks Mike.

Brad.

Hey Smally

It's a bit awkward to measure accurately on the model but it's about 60mm dia or 2 1/4 inches dia...there abouts...

Phil

Pics, where are the pics?.....Your such a tease Smally .

lee

Looking forward to seeing them progression on this.

Hi guys,

I'm really sorry for the slowness of my updates, it's just with all of the London riots and small pockets of looting/trouble kicking off in the UK I've had to work some crazy hours. As soon as my next rest days come round I'll get the pics up!

Cheers,
Smally.