Rancor dungeon door control

[Ryan Clinton]

So here's an update where I'm at with this thing. I re-shaped the top side halves because I found in a pretty clear image that they're somewhat rounded. I cleaned up the gaps and did some more filling and coating. Re-textured the red button to match the existing prop since the film image is flipped. I made a template so the most notable scuffs match the screen shots. I started working on the frame. Have some filling to do but I got all the edges rounded.

 

[OdiWan72]

Beyond cool...but you already know this Ryan

Will be interesting to see, how the small details of the model kit parts transfer into the mold/ casts.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

The silicone i use picks up everything in the mold. There's a slight texture on my switch also. Just cast the original orange bulb and the base as separate pieces. They can be unscrewed. Did a test and also made the cast to take 5mm l.e.d's. Cast the base in black and did a quick weathering to see how easy it'll be for the builder. These aren't too easy to get the orange ones on line as I thought, So my wife and I are trying to make this a user friendly kit for the builder

. Here's the casts. The base with the yellow dot underneath it is a real base that I cut short. But you can see how well the colors match and the cast turned out reasonably well. Some very tiny bubbles but it really doesn't matter because you won't see them.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

The orange l.e.d's have had the best test so far. Here's an example. The far left is a soft white which is extremely bright. The middle is yellow and the right one is orange. Orange light in an orange lens seems to work.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

Started experimenting with texturing on the "textured" red button. I can't see the sides at all but it would be odd to have the front of the button pretty worn and no damage or corrosion to the sides. Here's a cast with a rough paint job just so you can see the texture. I also made a clean version of the button.

 

[woodywaverider]

Paint job came out great, what colours did you use, looks just like cast bronze

 

[Ryan Clinton]

Just acrylic antique gold

 

[OdiWan72]

DUUUUUUDE!!!

 

[BudaFett]

I need one.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

I'm doing another version of the red button. You can't see it in any of the images really but the details on this thing are really cool so I made this one so you can see the grooves and little square in it. I'll do a weathered/distressed version too.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

Did a filler coat to see where I was at with the frame. Definitely need to fix the corners. There are a few areas that need filled / sanded. Overall looking pretty good.

 

[Kroenen77]

That looks great.It´s a really cool piece to have because you can open the door for the rancor when your guests needs to go home.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

That looks great.It´s a really cool piece to have because you can open the door for the rancor when your guests needs to go home.

Exactly

 

[Ryan Clinton]

Re- shaped the corners and some holes. Overall the frame is pretty much done!

 

[Ryan Clinton]

Here's a sample. Just did a rough paint job so you can see the detail and the slight texture I put on it.

 

[OdiWan72]

How did you add the texture Ryan???

 

[Ryan Clinton]

I use a filler paint but do light passes. Eventually it starts to build up and leaves a texture. Then I rub my thumb over it so its not too aggressive. Use a sewing needle to pick out the little holes in the screen mesh looking areas.

 

[Ryan Clinton]

Hey guys, kits available!

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[OdiWan72]

Hey guys, kits available!

Limited Run - Rancor Gate Control Kit (Return of the Jedi) - PRICE LOWERED!

Hey Star Wars and rancor fans! My wife, Julie (Kyberess) and I are very excited to announce our collaboration on a screen-accurate ROTJ Rancor Gate Control Kit! We are offering a limited run of 25 kits. We may also offer additional runs in the future. A lot of work and attention to detail went...

www.therpf.com

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Wohooooo!!!!

 

[Jediseth]

Anyone out there built this prop lately? I'd love to see peoples interpretations.