1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build

Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

Hi Gang,

Sorry for the LONG delay... life has been kicking my butt the last few days.... BUT... Here are some much needed updates! I decided to switch gears and work on the quad and window surround! :)

Added some filler to the window and took some measurements for the quad...
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Started to build the quad support cover
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Cut out a groove...
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Created some supports - I'll greeblie these up :)
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Closed off the ends
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Lots of sanding and details coming! The idea is to cover the ends with a larger tube. I think I've got it figured out in my head...
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I also recreated the quad barrel supports. I originally used MDF and it just wasn't strong enough. I'll sand these down and paint
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Nice and thick support piece. One for the top and the bottom set of barrels :)
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Parts catching some rays...
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More to Follow!
 
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Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

Hi Gang,

Not much of a update... its been sprinkling here and there so I wasn't able to get much done...

Finished most of the panel work on the quad support cover - I cut out the holes like the original
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I then put a piece of MDF behind the openings
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Up close
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I'll then detail the top - not sure how yet... or if I should?
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Side
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Other side
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The plan is to cut two of these PVC pipes to approx 8" and then mount to the support cover on either side
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The PVC pipe will cover most of the other PVC pipes lending to a more realistic look - I hope
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More to Follow!
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

Sofaking, I want to thank you for pushing the rain clouds my way. We've had a nice lot of rain over here the last 3 days. It's raining as I type this.
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

Hi Gang,

Sorry for the lack of updates... I haven't been feeling to good the last few days and decided to take it easy. But, this morning I jumped out and was able to get a few things done. Storm clouds are rolling in and it cut my day a little short... ugh...

Ran to the home improvement store and picked up one of these for the cockpit door
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I'll mount 3 or 4 rollers to the top of the door, align the 48" track, mount and then presto! We should have a door
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Test fitting
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I applied several coats of shellac to the quad laser base. I'm going to apply 10-15 coats before sanding, priming and paint
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First coat of paint has been applied to the door. I made the mistake of painting directly in the hot sun... not sure why... I have to sand down a few areas and then paint again
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That's it for now... hopefully the rain will let up... :)
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

This is looking great. Like, every time I come in and look at this thread (every day,) you've done something that just blows my mind. Keep up the awesome work!
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

Hi Gang,

Well... the rain let up for a bit and I was able to quickly sand the door. I then brought it inside and painted...

I thought this looked really cool! After sanding the dust gave the door that "used" look... :)
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All painted!
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More to Follow
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

I hate that electric sander. Not that brand or model exactly, but those circular, spinning ones in general. They're nearly impossible to control. They really should have a proper handle, rather than forcing the user to grip that damned bulge. I've spent countless hours using that thing, and I only hate it more and more with every use.
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

Engelnicht said:
This is looking great. Like, every time I come in and look at this thread (every day,) you've done something that just blows my mind. Keep up the awesome work!
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Thanks so much! I'm trying! Had I not been sick I was really hoping to have the door track installed... Maybe today? :)

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red4 said:
I hate that electric sander. Not that brand or model exactly, but those circular, spinning ones in general. They're nearly impossible to control. They really should have a proper handle, rather than forcing the user to grip that damned bulge. I've spent countless hours using that thing, and I only hate it more and more with every use.
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I had a lot of success with it! I only use it for flat surfaces - NEVER for tight spaces or uneven planes. Much of the control, for me, comes from the grit paper I use. I do wish there was a variable speed option... but I have no complaints. :)
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

WE HAVE A SLIDING DOOR! After a few modifications I finally mounted the sliding door. And she works!

I created a quick "template" to get all the correct spacing/measurements. I quickly realized the sliders were too high so I had to remove part of the bottom of the door.

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Taking measurements
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Removing part of the bottom... I cut through several bolts - the LONG WAY! :)
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I then used these bolts to attach the track to the door frame plus a 2x4 for added strength
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First bolt attached - fortunately the track rested RIGHT up against the back of the door frame. LUCKY!
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From the "top"
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Mounted and working!
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You can see the 1/8" gap between the door and the panels
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Looking down the track
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From the top - I have to remove part of the support the track is attached to. As you can see, the panels will not fit unless I remove the material just to the left of the track
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Better shot here
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TaDa
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Hey Look! A Video! That's the fan you hear to keep me cool during those hazy, hot a stupid days


I'm going to create a guide on the "floor" for the door to follow along with and not swing in and out. I also plan to add some padding / felt to the door frame so the door doesn't get too scratched up.

More to Come! :)
 
Re: 1:1 Millennium Falcon Console Replica

You should upload some videos of everything. I'd like to see the flickering lights and sliding door in motion.
 

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