1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build
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LOL! You're welcome anytime, my friend!Yep, I could just set-up camp in that entrance (pleeeaaase Greg) I wouldn't take much room, I promise
Lt Washburn
Sr Member
Anything happening with this lately?
Lt Washburn
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His profile says he was last seen April 8th. I don't know if that's just when he last posted or last visited though.
Lt Washburn
Sr Member
If anyone is friends with SofaKing, maybe shoot him an email to see if things are okay with him. I only ask because he's been such a constant presence on the board, so it's a little strange for him to go quiet for so long. Probably just taking a break, but can't hurt to check.
joberg
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I thought IzzyMel had already responded to the question
IzzyMel
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I thought IzzyMel had already responded to the question
joberg
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Thanks Izzy
Hi Gang,
(NOTE: Photobucket has changed the way one posts images so bear with me)
I am SO SORRY for the lack of updates! As Izzy said, work has been killing me. While I am making time to work on the project(s), I am exhausted by the week's end... I have barely enough time to make videos. Again, I am sorry. You guys have always been awesome! BAD ME! Although work has been consuming most of my time, I have some MAJOR updates that I hope will make up for my absence! Let's get to it!
First, work continues on the 1/6 scale YT-300. I'm at a standstill right now as I am waiting on some material to arrive so I can finish out certain areas of the ship.
Second... while I wait for material, I got back to work on the full scale Falcon cockpit. When she came back from Dallas there were a LOT of fixes that needed to be done. I spent the first couple of months getting her back to her original self before I could move forward. There were a LOT of electronic issues that needed fixing. A buddy of mine, Andrew, stepped up and was able to knock out all the electronic fixes and even went so far as to add his own personal touches here & there. I also got to work on some much needed exterior updates. CHECK IT OUT!
Andrew added some LEDs to this cockpit greeblie! Andrew, you are awesome!
To see more on this update check out the video below
I FINALLY got to work on the exterior. This included fixing the front window. I added fiberglass to fill in the gap
I've started the first round of sanding and hope to have some Bondo/filler on this weekend!
The other, and MOST EXCITING UPDATE, is that I am FINALLY adding the exterior skin to the cockpit! For years, I didn't know how to add skin while still being able to get access to the wiring. I couldn't figure it out. A few weeks ago I was getting the truck washed when I noticed the panels lining the interior of the car wash. I did some research and the panels are FRP (that's tough to write). FRP is Fiberglass Reinforced Panels. The panels are 1/16 thick and adhered to the walls and then plastic trim sits / locks each panel together. HMMMMMM... I thought.
They are sold in 4x8 foot sheets at the local home improvement home. One side is textured but the backside is smooth fiberglass. It takes paint, it's flexible, 1/16 thick and there is ZERO waving when the panel is laid around a curve. Let's test it out! You all are the FIRST to see the FRP update. No video has been made yet. : )
This is 1 of 2 types of trim pieces where the panel(s) insert
I'm using Liquid Nails adhesive to attach the trim to the wood frame. I adhered the trim to one of the cockpit entrance panels (I used brads to keep the trim in place)
Trimmed the corners
After taking a bazillion measurements, I cut (simple box cutter) and laid the FRP across the entrance panel and gently tapped the panel into the trim slots
SUCCESS!!! It actually worked. I was pumped. Let's get this side skinned!
Worked my way down the side
HOW awesome is that? There is a slight wave in this panel. Why? The actual frame is not a perfect curve. I'll see if I can fix it. To hide these edges, I am going to add a flexible pipe (greeblie) that goes around the entire edge of the cockpit.
Look how smooth those lines are! It's not exactly screen accurate as I had to work with what I had. But there are almost zero waves.
For the armor plating I think I'm going to use 1/2" thick EVA foam. This will keep the weight down and it is flexible. I cannot wait to start adding greeblies and then weathering. This is going to be so much fun.
This is where I am right now. I'm "hoping" to have this section skinned this weekend. The top part is getting the same treatment but I am going to be adding the greeblies using real world items (washing maching parts, etc). So, I have to think through how everything will mount.
What makes the FRP so awesome is that the panels slide in and out of the trim. I only had to add a few screws to keep gravity from pulling the panels out from the lower positioned pieces. It really is amazing.
To see more of the window being worked on, check out the video below.
I also finally figured out how to keep the dang corridor pads in place without falling off. The image below is a little sneak peek! A new video is coming...
I hope you are excited as I am to finally see the exterior skin in place! What a difference! Again, I am so sorry for the lack of updates, gang. You all have always been awesome, supportive and the best group on the interwebs!
Stay Tuned! More to follow!
(NOTE: Photobucket has changed the way one posts images so bear with me)
I am SO SORRY for the lack of updates! As Izzy said, work has been killing me. While I am making time to work on the project(s), I am exhausted by the week's end... I have barely enough time to make videos. Again, I am sorry. You guys have always been awesome! BAD ME! Although work has been consuming most of my time, I have some MAJOR updates that I hope will make up for my absence! Let's get to it!
First, work continues on the 1/6 scale YT-300. I'm at a standstill right now as I am waiting on some material to arrive so I can finish out certain areas of the ship.
Second... while I wait for material, I got back to work on the full scale Falcon cockpit. When she came back from Dallas there were a LOT of fixes that needed to be done. I spent the first couple of months getting her back to her original self before I could move forward. There were a LOT of electronic issues that needed fixing. A buddy of mine, Andrew, stepped up and was able to knock out all the electronic fixes and even went so far as to add his own personal touches here & there. I also got to work on some much needed exterior updates. CHECK IT OUT!
Andrew added some LEDs to this cockpit greeblie! Andrew, you are awesome!
To see more on this update check out the video below
I FINALLY got to work on the exterior. This included fixing the front window. I added fiberglass to fill in the gap
I've started the first round of sanding and hope to have some Bondo/filler on this weekend!
The other, and MOST EXCITING UPDATE, is that I am FINALLY adding the exterior skin to the cockpit! For years, I didn't know how to add skin while still being able to get access to the wiring. I couldn't figure it out. A few weeks ago I was getting the truck washed when I noticed the panels lining the interior of the car wash. I did some research and the panels are FRP (that's tough to write). FRP is Fiberglass Reinforced Panels. The panels are 1/16 thick and adhered to the walls and then plastic trim sits / locks each panel together. HMMMMMM... I thought.
They are sold in 4x8 foot sheets at the local home improvement home. One side is textured but the backside is smooth fiberglass. It takes paint, it's flexible, 1/16 thick and there is ZERO waving when the panel is laid around a curve. Let's test it out! You all are the FIRST to see the FRP update. No video has been made yet. : )
This is 1 of 2 types of trim pieces where the panel(s) insert
I'm using Liquid Nails adhesive to attach the trim to the wood frame. I adhered the trim to one of the cockpit entrance panels (I used brads to keep the trim in place)
Trimmed the corners
After taking a bazillion measurements, I cut (simple box cutter) and laid the FRP across the entrance panel and gently tapped the panel into the trim slots
SUCCESS!!! It actually worked. I was pumped. Let's get this side skinned!
Worked my way down the side
HOW awesome is that? There is a slight wave in this panel. Why? The actual frame is not a perfect curve. I'll see if I can fix it. To hide these edges, I am going to add a flexible pipe (greeblie) that goes around the entire edge of the cockpit.
Look how smooth those lines are! It's not exactly screen accurate as I had to work with what I had. But there are almost zero waves.
For the armor plating I think I'm going to use 1/2" thick EVA foam. This will keep the weight down and it is flexible. I cannot wait to start adding greeblies and then weathering. This is going to be so much fun.
This is where I am right now. I'm "hoping" to have this section skinned this weekend. The top part is getting the same treatment but I am going to be adding the greeblies using real world items (washing maching parts, etc). So, I have to think through how everything will mount.
What makes the FRP so awesome is that the panels slide in and out of the trim. I only had to add a few screws to keep gravity from pulling the panels out from the lower positioned pieces. It really is amazing.
To see more of the window being worked on, check out the video below.
I also finally figured out how to keep the dang corridor pads in place without falling off. The image below is a little sneak peek! A new video is coming...
I hope you are excited as I am to finally see the exterior skin in place! What a difference! Again, I am so sorry for the lack of updates, gang. You all have always been awesome, supportive and the best group on the interwebs!
Stay Tuned! More to follow!
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Thanks, A! The FRP is awesome stuff! I'm looking to use it for other related projects. : )
Axlotl
Master Member
The full size Falcon you're gonna build once your cockpit is finished?
EXACTLY! : )The full size Falcon you're gonna build once your cockpit is finished?
Lt Washburn
Sr Member
Great to see your updates again. I'm also excited to see you working on the exterior panels. That looks like a great solution you found.
Thanks, LTW! I'm glad to be posting again. I'm excited as well! If I can pull off the same weathering effects I did for the quad laser, I'll be very happy! Then I can sit back, take a deep breath and start a whole new cockpit! lol
Hi Gang,
Another quick update from this weekend's adventures!
I did a LOT of sanding on the front window and it looks amazing so far!
This is JUST fiberglass... no filler has been added yet
I did find a few gaps that will need more fiberglass filler
It can never just be easy... ; )
And... I FINALLY finished up adding the exterior skin to the "sides" of the cockpit! It looks totally different and clean. No more exposed wires!
Look at that angle! Those clean lines. And with the window finally finished up and everything together? I can't wait to start weathering
As you can see I still have to finish off the top. That's actually very easy. Gravity made the lower panels tough because the panels are constantly pulling downward and wanting to fall. As a result, I have to put a few screws in place to keep them from falling/moving. However, putting the panels on top is easy because they simply lay in place. The hardest part will be taking the correct measurements.
More to follow so stay tuned!
Another quick update from this weekend's adventures!
I did a LOT of sanding on the front window and it looks amazing so far!
This is JUST fiberglass... no filler has been added yet
I did find a few gaps that will need more fiberglass filler
It can never just be easy... ; )
And... I FINALLY finished up adding the exterior skin to the "sides" of the cockpit! It looks totally different and clean. No more exposed wires!
Look at that angle! Those clean lines. And with the window finally finished up and everything together? I can't wait to start weathering
As you can see I still have to finish off the top. That's actually very easy. Gravity made the lower panels tough because the panels are constantly pulling downward and wanting to fall. As a result, I have to put a few screws in place to keep them from falling/moving. However, putting the panels on top is easy because they simply lay in place. The hardest part will be taking the correct measurements.
More to follow so stay tuned!
Hey I,
I love this stuff! The textured side(s) make clean up really easy. Especially being water and mold proof! There are a few companies that sell a textured free panel which is a bit cheaper. I believe it still has the same smooth / sealed surface as the other textured panels. The backside of the panel(s) is perfect for projects.
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