SS Betty (Alien Resurrection)

[Ray22]

Okay thats what I wanted to see how you were going to mold that 1st piece very interesting.

 

[Harish]

Awesome progress!! Keep cranking on it!! Love this design!! And your commitment is so excellent.

 

[MonsieurTox]

Fantastic molds Al !

I enjoy watching your thread !

 

[jedimaster]

Looking sweeter and sweeter... So what scale does this work out at mate?

 

[RickDTM]

Had a chance to hang out w/ Al in San Antonio and see this beauty up close again. The work is incredible.......the client is a lucky dawg indeed.

When assembled, this beast is going to be massive.

 

[moffeaton]

Awesome!

 

[yuumi2891103]

Had a chance to hang out w/ Al in San Antonio and see this beauty up close again. The work is incredible.......the client is a lucky dawg indeed.

When assembled, this beast is going to be massive.

Woow, I want to see this beast in person!!
It must be bigger like bison.
Thanks for your report.

 

[IEDBOUNTYHUNTER]

Thanks guys, its really hard to see how big it is in pics. Once i get the rolling stand finished ill take some pics of it next to my car. That should help the scale a little bit.

 

[Talkierg]

seriously love to see your progress pics,molding n casting,superb build:thumbsup Thanks for sharing.

 

[struschie]

I love every update - thanks for sharing!

 

[Cadeus]

Are there any tutorials to explain how to cast parts like that? rpf thread or youtube, either way would be great. I am about to start a 1:350th scale Enterprise-C build, and I have never had to cast my own parts before...
Your build is awesome, btw. My heart skips a beat every time I see you have added a post! Just awesome!

 

[IEDBOUNTYHUNTER]

Are there any tutorials to explain how to cast parts like that? rpf thread or youtube, either way would be great. I am about to start a 1:350th scale Enterprise-C build, and I have never had to cast my own parts before...
Your build is awesome, btw. My heart skips a beat every time I see you have added a post! Just awesome!

Thanks guys. Im glad you guys like the build. As for any tutorials. I learned from alot trial and error. And the attitude of ill try that. I know
Smooth-On, Inc. - Mold Making & Casting Materials Rubber, Plastic, Lifecasting, and More Has some great videos on molding and casting.

And im always here for any advice and help. Just a PM away.

Al

 

[MonsieurTox]

OK Al... you can now tell us the truth... You're making some Bespin buildings !

 

[Cadeus]

Is that a solid cast or is it hollow?

 

[MonsieurTox]

I think it's fiberglass and hollow.

 

[IEDBOUNTYHUNTER]

LOL, right Julien. never noticed it.



Cadeus. yes these are hollow cast in Epoxy fiberglass.


I got two sets of arms done, just need to laminate them together. and also have the actuators with the pistons almost done. ill laser cut the mount for them this week. they still need a little red putty for a few minor air bubbles but thats about it. and some primer.

Next up, its either back on the main engine or the cockpit. havent decided yet.

thanks for looking. heres some pics.

Al

 

[3d-builder]

Can't wait for the day to see all the parts together.....looking good!:thumbsup

 

[Cadeus]

I love this build! Just love it.

 

[Stormy320]

I watch this build and seeing it taking shape and I'm still amazed at how it happens - it's magic.

 

[Ray22]

Nice update pics Al, when you see it coming together you can see all of the different components excellent.