1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build

[SofaKing01]

It wasn't that bad. Some places were more difficult than others but overall it wasn't that bad. Might have to go back fix some that aren't quite straight enough.

There were some areas on the 1:1 scale that were tough so I can only imagine what I'm in for when I get back to the 1:4 scale...

 

[Wavey]

Thanks SK, so far after finding the cannon part it's all in the planning stages but it would mean some serious room conversion to accommodate just the seat, controls, viewers, window.... cannon - in the correct order and spacing. The 1977 quad is two coolers end to end (a tad too big), but, I just remembered the scene in ESB showing the underside cannon using just one cooler and I think that would fit in a spare room. So, maybe, the 1977 front half of the cannon room and window with the ESB sized cannon on the other side of the window - I think the Joe Johnston Gun Port concept sketch shows precisely what kind of setup would work for me. Something to think about anyways.

Cor Izzy, lol, the pics fooled me into one of them Yoda: "there is another" moments, superb work!

 

[SofaKing01]

Thanks SK, so far after finding the cannon part it's all in the planning stages but it would mean some serious room conversion to accommodate just the seat, controls, viewers, window.... cannon - in the correct order and spacing. The 1977 quad is two coolers end to end (a tad too big), but, I just remembered the scene in ESB showing the underside cannon using just one cooler and I think that would fit in a spare room. So, maybe, the 1977 front half of the cannon room and window with the ESB sized cannon on the other side of the window - I think the Joe Johnston Gun Port concept sketch shows precisely what kind of setup would work for me. Something to think about anyways.

Cor Izzy, lol, the pics fooled me into one of them Yoda: "there is another" moments, superb work!

Measure up the room and see what can fit then move outward from there. I think a single wall with all the parts you've collected would be an amazing photo op!

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Photobucket is going through its yearly maintenance so I'm unable to post any images...

Stand Tuned!

 

[Snow Builder]

Going into withdrawal.....

Walls closing in....

Darkness seeping into the edge of my vision.....

Oh Photobucket, why have you forsaken me?

 

[theyrenotdolls]

hey SK...here's an idea...when you're "finished" with this project you should take to high resolution scans/pics and have them converted into decals/3D files so all of our falcon models can have RPF / SK accurate cockpits!

 

[SofaKing01]

hey SK...here's an idea...when you're "finished" with this project you should take to high resolution scans/pics and have them converted into decals/3D files so all of our falcon models can have RPF / SK accurate cockpits!

Hey T,

That's a great idea! I already have a photo shoot lined up with photographer buddy of mine. It's just a matter of when I actually finish!

Remind me!

 

[joberg]

A year ago:eek Yep, that's how fast it goes people!

 

[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Photobucket is back up! I was able to nab a few progress pics!

I painted the upper panel and drilled the new LED holes

Painted the new panel as well but I might recut (3rd time) to cover the entire panel since I removed the pin stripes

That all I was able to get before PB crapped out on me...

More to Follow!

 

[PropReplicator2]

Hi Gang,

Photobucket is back up! I was able to nab a few progress pics!

I painted the upper panel and drilled the new LED holes
http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/...n Build 01127/20161025_180951_zpslfzy12tp.jpg

Painted the new panel as well but I might recut (3rd time) to cover the entire panel since I removed the pin stripes
http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/...n Build 01127/20161025_200817_zpsuwrlrwaw.jpg

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/...n Build 01127/20161025_211723_zpsthsngeem.jpg

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/...n Build 01127/20161025_211733_zpspjjzfvyo.jpg

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/...n Build 01127/20161025_211742_zpsz9h6n4vx.jpg

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/...n Build 01127/20161025_211846_zps7kygqvww.jpg

That all I was able to get before PB crapped out on me...

More to Follow!

I always thought those panel case parts look like a piece ripped off a printer or computer box.

Alex

 

[SofaKing01]

A year ago:eek Yep, that's how fast it goes people!

We're only picking up speed!

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I always thought those panel case parts look like a piece ripped off a printer or computer box.

Alex

Hey A,

The way the original designers picked through and picked apart everyday items... Especially since there is a washing machine part on the outside of the MF... they could be anything!

 

[joberg]

Good progress Sofa!

 

[SofaKing01]

Good progress Sofa!

Thank you, my friend! But not enough...

 

[IzzyMel]

Looking good as always SofaKing01. Loving the work you are doing. I'm trying to keep up.

 

[Operascot]

Hey T,

That's a great idea! I already have a photo shoot lined up with photographer buddy of mine. It's just a matter of when I actually finish!

Remind me!

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[SofaKing01]

Hi Gang,

Sorry for the LONG delay... Saturday was a total bust. I couldn't really do anything as the laser cutter, which now back at 100% and awesome, still needed to be configured.

I spent all day Sunday working on all the new greeblies for the upper body panel, the foot well greeblie and a few other new items. Sit back and enjoy!

New touch pad

Power Up

The display screen shows the progress of the cut... VERY cool

Ordered more panel lights from Blue Realm! Yellow looks awesome!

Mounting h/w

Added filler to these greeblies

Let's jump back to the foot well panel... Added filler and sanded smooth

Test mounting greeblies

Basic layout

Adding some vertical strips to hide the laser cut box tabs

End caps also hide the box tabs

Let's add some primer

Primer / Filler

New greeblie

I need a lathe!

Have to make two more greeblies. I like how these are turning out.

I recut the back panel to include perfectly centered mounting holes for the above greeblies

Time to make more... I think cutting a wooden dowel would have been easier!

Primer

Added a detail - lower face plate

I love how this panel is turning out!

This is how the foot well panel will look when mounted - I LOVE IT!

With panel lights. Another HUGE thanks to Blue Realm for creating these panel lights. So awesome!

Moving on... Upper trays are almost finished (LOTS of sanding this weekend)

New cover for the upper panel. This panel really makes me want to move onto to Cockpit V2!

More new greeblies from here on... enjoy!

New Grab Handles

Grab Handle greeblie

PRIMER!

More new greeblies!

Pressure Switch. But I think I have to redo these... UGH

Love it!

Upper tray grab handles

Stick a greeblie, that been painted or had filler applied, into the laser cutter and turn the fan on - speeds up the drying time!

That's a LOT of filler and sanding

I love this shot for 2 reasons. 1) the new access panel and 2) note the small screen I placed on top of the foot well greeblie in the background! It added that little boost I was looking for!

Whew... Lots more to do! Stay Tuned!

 

[OlivierC]

Wow big update!

I have been following your build for nearly two years now, and it's been a blast to follow. Every monday/tuesday, I can expect a new batch of photos
People at work see my screen and ask what it is. "-Some guy building the millenium falcon cockipt. -Wow, send me the link"

I might be wrong, but aren't you worried people might kick in those greebles you're putting on the foot board? If you take it to exhibits/conventions, visitors might not be as careful as you are. Maybe I'm wrong and there is lots of room.

 

[SofaKing01]

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At the rate I'm going!

 

[SofaKing01]

Wow big update!

I have been following your build for nearly two years now, and it's been a blast to follow. Every monday/tuesday, I can expect a new batch of photos
People at work see my screen and ask what it is. "-Some guy building the millenium falcon cockipt. -Wow, send me the link"

I might be wrong, but aren't you worried people might kick in those greebles you're putting on the foot board? If you take it to exhibits/conventions, visitors might not be as careful as you are. Maybe I'm wrong and there is lots of room.

Hi OC,

Thanks so much! And thank you for the long term commitment!

The foot well greeblie is far enough forward and will be up and angled away that no feet will hit the actual panel. At this time, we're not having anybody sit in the chairs until we're able to find a solid base for the chairs. We haven't been able to figure out how our heroes were able to get in and out of the chairs with such ease - minus Chewie!

Thanks again and as I always say "Stay Tuned"

 

[Loosebruce704]

Have you considered a sliding system for the chairs I know it's not 100% canon but abit of poetic licence to allow for people getting in and out without damaging stuff has to be allowed, simply have the chairs slide back and spin 90° person gets in chair spins back then slides forward into place.