1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build

[SimplyTim]

Hey Gang,

I'm having a REALLY TOUGH time balancing between posting images and posting videos. Naturally the images are posted long before the videos so you all get to see what I've been working on before the video is even started. I have to find the right balance between video and images. I dont want one to suffer more than the other. If that makes sense?

If anybody has any ideas PLEASE let me know.

I may be wrong Sofa, but it appears as though you may be putting yourself into a "timeline" to put this stuff out there, that most if not all of us don't even consider. I think we're all just greatful for you taking the time to share all of this with us so my suggestion is this...

Maybe instead of trying to change or scale back how much you share, and rather scale back on the time between posts. I know your weekend updates have been a staple in this thread for a number of years now, so maybe just take your time and release the videos on more of an "as they become available" timelime rather than every update like the images.

Just a suggestion. I know you put in a LOT of time and hard work on not just your projects but your sharing with us, so if anything was to get taken down a notch to make it easier on you, I'd think the newest edition (videos) would be the place to start.

 

[SofaKing01]

I may be wrong Sofa, but it appears as though you may be putting yourself into a "timeline" to put this stuff out there, that most if not all of us don't even consider. I think we're all just greatful for you taking the time to share all of this with us so my suggestion is this...

Maybe instead of trying to change or scale back how much you share, and rather scale back on the time between posts. I know your weekend updates have been a staple in this thread for a number of years now, so maybe just take your time and release the videos on more of an "as they become available" timelime rather than every update like the images.

Just a suggestion. I know you put in a LOT of time and hard work on not just your projects but your sharing with us, so if anything was to get taken down a notch to make it easier on you, I'd think the newest edition (videos) would be the place to start.

Hey ST,

Thanks so much for taking the time to respond and for your advice/thoughts.

I'm DEF putting myself into a timeline or more of a "box" maybe? The RPF has been my home since starting this project and the "Weekend Updates", as you said, have been a staple since the very beginning. I dont think I'll ever stop those But... the channel has become very important as well. I spent an entire day making / finishing up 4 videos just trying to catch up with this weekend's "Update". Whether good or bad, I am taking pics and shooting vids at the same time. So it only makes sense to release them both together - not one later or sooner. I can't fall too far behind on either. Images pile up and the vids are a pain to sort through as well as edit. If that makes sense?

What I don't want to do is simply repeat what I'm posting on either site. I dont want to call it over saturation but maybe monotonous? Slowing the vids down would put me WAY behind. I'm trying to grow the channel and, if successful, I can do this full time and I can share more projects with all of you.

But where's that illusive balance? Maybe less photos and more vid content? The photos are a sneak peak?

 

[SimplyTim]

But where's that illusive balance? Maybe less photos and more vid content? The photos are a sneak peak?

I think this is a great idea!

 

[SofaKing01]

Amazing work!!

Thanks, F!

 

[SofaKing01]

Wow, have fun with that! You're crankin' them out like a machine! You really need to apply with Lucasfilm as one of their ship builders.

Thanks, T! That would be amazing! Just to spend a day or two working all those talented folks and seeing those sets come to life would be a dream! Especially walking around the Falcon Interior!

 

[SofaKing01]

What a beautiful update you guys!! Love it to bits and more

Thanks so much, J! Izzy and I working really hard behind the scenes to get these kits ready. Just a few more hurdles to cross...

 

[SofaKing01]

Love thsee videos. Very entertaining and inspiring! When do they go on sale?

Thanks, F! I'm so glad you're enjoying them. I have two more ready to post and then I am all caught up until this weekend's adventures.

The kits will be available very soon. As I mentioned above, just a few hurdles to go.

 

[SofaKing01]

Looks great your doing brilliant with that smaller scale falcon cockpit great skills dude. I would love a millennium falcon full scale cockpit in my garden but I will need to get myself a 3D printer and some more tools first and make it easier on myself. Plus I would likely need some help to make it I might give it a go in a couple of years.

Thanks M!

I love your ideas of having your own Falcon! Let me know when you're ready to build and I'll fly and out help ya!

 

[SofaKing01]

I think this is a great idea!

Hey ST,

Sometimes it takes a single voice to help guide the way! Thanks so much!

 

[Friendly flyer]

I love your videos Sofa! Despite not planning to build a Falcon anytime soon, they contain enough general model building information and techniques to be interesting for the general kit builder. Putting images of the stuff you're using for us other to see is very helpful, particularly here overseas where the brands you use may not be available and we'll have to look for substitutes.

The music is ... variable. I liked the slightly ragtime style of no 5 best so far ;-)

 

[Cameron]

How does one get in on the 1/6th scale goodness?

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Episode 6 has been posted! I've been playing catch up these last few days!

 

[SofaKing01]

I love your videos Sofa! Despite not planning to build a Falcon anytime soon, they contain enough general model building information and techniques to be interesting for the general kit builder. Putting images of the stuff you're using for us other to see is very helpful, particularly here overseas where the brands you use may not be available and we'll have to look for substitutes.

The music is ... variable. I liked the slightly ragtime style of no 5 best so far ;-)

Hey FF,

Thanks so much! Not to worry... the plan to build the Full Scale MF is ALWAYS in the back of my mind. And as soon I am financially able... I'm doing it!

Glad you're enjoying the vids. I'll be cutting the times down to about 6:00-7:00 min each and focusing on individual elements of the project per vid instead of jumping around. The music is tough! I'm using YouTube's free music selection. Although the music selection is always growing its tough to find stuff that works.

 

[SofaKing01]

How does one get in on the 1/6th scale goodness?

Hey C,

Shoot me a PM

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

I have FINALLY caught up with all the vids! I hope you enjoy EP 7!

Looking forward to the weekend and getting back to the shop!

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

The "End of the Weekend Update" is here!

I jumped into the corridor ring and pads!

Following the familiar shape of the 1:1 scale pads I cut and sanded the foam to shape

The pads took about 2 hours to cut, sand and shape

LOVE IT!

And finally to compliment these photos, EP 8 has been posted to YouTube! ENJOY!

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Another quick morning update! Just a few images showing some forward progress on the pads!

Video on the way!

And for all you 1/6th scale fans out there... I have almost finished the Nav Computer Kit!

Lots of little tabs

Still several pieces of acrylic to cut and of course the greeblies and decals!

Lots of room for electronics!

More to Follow!

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Work on the 1/4 Scale Pads continues! I am really happy so far.

Getting some weathering/details added

Hanging out with the maintenance panel

I'm tired of that fiberglass! Time to skin it!

When I first saw this image I thought it was the full scale!

Finally... Ep 8 Pt II has been posted! Enjoy

More to Follow!

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Just a quick update! I was able to finish the weathering on the corridor pads!

Just a need to spray with satin clear and then we can check this off the list!

More to Follow!

 

[Katuna]

Good Lord, between this and the videos you're going to burn yourself out. Take a breath, man. I don't know how you keep all these different scales separated. It is some pretty awesome stuff though. Just don't snap. Don't want to find you cowering behind the laser cutter in a cold sweat.