1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build

[SofaKing01]

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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...

Started to build the quad support cover

Cut out a groove...

Created some supports - I'll greeblie these up

Closed off the ends

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...

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

Nice and thick support piece. One for the top and the bottom set of barrels

Parts catching some rays...

More to Follow!

 

[Michael Bergeron]

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I've resisted it for so long but I can't help myself any more...

This is sofaking awesome!!!

 

[red4]

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If this isn't done by the end of the week, you're fired.

 

[Cadeian]

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I've resisted it for so long but I can't help myself any more...

This is sofaking awesome!!!

Well played!

 

[SofaKing01]

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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

I then put a piece of MDF behind the openings

Up close

I'll then detail the top - not sure how yet... or if I should?

Side

Other side

The plan is to cut two of these PVC pipes to approx 8" and then mount to the support cover on either side

The PVC pipe will cover most of the other PVC pipes lending to a more realistic look - I hope

More to Follow!

 

[SofaKing01]

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I've resisted it for so long but I can't help myself any more...

This is sofaking awesome!!!

LOL! I've been waiting!

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If this isn't done by the end of the week, you're fired.

AWE MAN... I guess I'll just pack it in...

 

[TheNylonGag]

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This is just a mesmerising thread my friend

Brilliant

Gag

 

[SofaKing01]

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This is just a mesmerising thread my friend

Brilliant

Gag

Hi Gag,

Thanks so much! It does make it tough to park the car... Why couldn't I have gone for a 1/6th scale?

 

[red4]

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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.

 

[SofaKing01]

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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.

No worries.

 

[red4]

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No worries.

Unfortunately, now I have to report you for witchcraft or voodoo, or whatever black magic you used to move the clouds.

 

[SofaKing01]

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Unfortunately, now I have to report you for witchcraft or voodoo, or whatever black magic you used to move the clouds.

Lucky Astrology Mood Watches... that's the secret to my power

 

[pianomanpj]

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Lucky Astrology Mood Watches... that's the secret to my power

My ex had a mood ring. When she was sad, it turned blue. When she was mad, it left a red mark on my forehead. :wacko

 

[SofaKing01]

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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

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

Test fitting

I applied several coats of shellac to the quad laser base. I'm going to apply 10-15 coats before sanding, priming and paint

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

That's it for now... hopefully the rain will let up...

 

[Engelnicht]

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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!

 

[SofaKing01]

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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...

All painted!

More to Follow

 

[red4]

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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.

 

[SofaKing01]

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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!

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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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.

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.

 

[SofaKing01]

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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.

Taking measurements

Removing part of the bottom... I cut through several bolts - the LONG WAY!

I then used these bolts to attach the track to the door frame plus a 2x4 for added strength

First bolt attached - fortunately the track rested RIGHT up against the back of the door frame. LUCKY!

From the "top"

Mounted and working!

You can see the 1/8" gap between the door and the panels

Looking down the track

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

Better shot here

TaDa

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!

 

[red4]

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