Hi everyone,
My company JCM: Custom Creations Ltd has developed what we believe is the most comprehensive and accurate ZF-1 model currently on the market. We are selling these either in kit or assembled model form.
The features of this kit include:
The cost will be: £850 plus postage and packing.
I will be shipping internationally from the UK.
(shipping to the States is currently around £160 with insurance, £130 without)
Aluminium frames
Metal Box
DX Box 1
DX Box 2
Electronics Box
FDM printed bags (shell parts not visible)
Lower liner and clear parts (Neoprene edging cord not visible)
Shipping box
I have tried to do this prop justice by making it as authentic and as true to the original as possible. The shell and grip have been modelled from 3D laser scans of actual ZF1 shells and grips. The Star Trek model kits have each been modelled in detail, down to each window on Voyagers hull. All found components have been sourced and measured to create highly accurate representations.
The model has been designed so that assembly is relatively straightforward (given the complexity of the prop) and you do not need any experience with soldering or complex electronics.
It features many metal components, custom designed electronics for lighting and movement effects, LED lighting circuit boards, NiMH battery and charger. It gives the prop maker all the components to build a ZF1, without the fuss of having to worry about the cost of buying a fibreglass/ABS shell, what servos and lights to use and how to program them and where to buy the £120/$150's(!) worth of Star Trek kits needed to detail the prop!
(A completed ZF1 built entirely from components found in the kit)
The kits feature many SLA printed resin components that, with a little sanding and painting, can be made to look exactly like the movie originals. Despite this, all the components can be removed, and swapped out if you decide to machine your own. I will be happy to supply drawings of some components if requested.
The FDM printed shell is an exact replica of the fibreglass shells that are sometimes made available, however these are much lighter and come with all mounting and attachment points built in. They require some filling (use any standard automotive body filler) and sanding but can be made to look very good indeed. Size and fitting should be perfect.
(A completed, kit-built ZF1 in action)
Needed tools (absolutely necessary for building these kits):
The main shell will also need to be painted. I have created a series of painting guides and illustrations to help you with this process.
ZF-1 Component Painting Guide
ZF-1 Painting Templates
We provide a shell spraying service at £250 if you do not want to spray your ZF-1 shell. This will also increase the cost of shipping a small amount due to the larger sized container it needs to be sent in.
To help you assemble your new ZF1 kit, I have created a series of in depth video guides, detailing each and every step of the build process. These are updated regularly with feedback from other builders and my own experience, and I will be releasing new videos on areas not yet covered.
ZF-1 Video Assembly Guide
I have also produced another set of videos documenting building a single ZF-1, from start to finish. These hopefully demonstrate tips and tricks that can help you build your own.
ZF-1 Step-by-step
If you would like to see a sped up version of the build process, please watch this 4 minute video to help give you an understanding of how the prop is put together.
FOR PREVIOUS KIT BUYERS
Below is a link to my thingiverse page where you can download upgraded parts for the older ZF-1 kits.
JCM ZF-1 part upgrades
Assembled Model
We are also offering built ZF-1 models.
These are built in our workshop, using our facilities to ensure a professional finish and a prop that will look fantastic in your display cabinet.
The following pictures are all built using our kits.
Upgrade Parts...
We have developed an extensive set of upgrade components for your ZF-1 replica or kit.
Please carry on reading to find out more!
(Resin parts compared to their turned counterparts!)
We will even throw in a free EDDING 500 yellow permanent marker for you kit builders! This is what the prop builders used to that beautiful metallic yellow finish on their builds!
Thanks!
Jake Eaton
My company JCM: Custom Creations Ltd has developed what we believe is the most comprehensive and accurate ZF-1 model currently on the market. We are selling these either in kit or assembled model form.
The features of this kit include:
- Aluminium frame and sub-frames (3mm and 1.2mm components).
- Metal components: Stainless steel darts, stainless steel piston rods, aluminium main barrel, aluminium piston bodies, aluminium and steel weapon parts for top bay, steel conduit for scope detailing, aluminium gold side frames, plus many more metal detail components..
- Many SLA resin printed components: Almost all visible detail components including: rocket vents and rocket rings, all weapon nozzles, rocket tip, scope body and lower 'Star Trek' detail components and various other smaller components.
- 10 bags of FDM printed components. These are mainly hidden and form the movement mechanisms, brackets and other various structural components.
- Authentically modelled pistol grip and body shell (both from laser scanned originals) (Pistol grip is cast resin and shell is FDM printed)
- Movie matched lighting animations and movements.
- 5 servos for full movie accurate motion (2 x left and right dart launchers, 1 x scope, 2 x top bay).
- Custom PCB 'control board' with colour coded plugs and sockets, easy to use 'servo trimming mode'.
- Included large capacity NiMH battery and battery charger.
- Supplied textured matting and neoprene edging cord (plus cutter!)
- Full assembly guide .PDF and YouTube videos.
- Supplied bending jigs for aluminium frames
- All screws and nuts supplied.
- No electronic experience necessary! (No soldering, no crimping)
The cost will be: £850 plus postage and packing.
I will be shipping internationally from the UK.
(shipping to the States is currently around £160 with insurance, £130 without)
Aluminium frames
Metal Box
DX Box 1
DX Box 2
Electronics Box
FDM printed bags (shell parts not visible)
Lower liner and clear parts (Neoprene edging cord not visible)
Shipping box
I have tried to do this prop justice by making it as authentic and as true to the original as possible. The shell and grip have been modelled from 3D laser scans of actual ZF1 shells and grips. The Star Trek model kits have each been modelled in detail, down to each window on Voyagers hull. All found components have been sourced and measured to create highly accurate representations.
The model has been designed so that assembly is relatively straightforward (given the complexity of the prop) and you do not need any experience with soldering or complex electronics.
It features many metal components, custom designed electronics for lighting and movement effects, LED lighting circuit boards, NiMH battery and charger. It gives the prop maker all the components to build a ZF1, without the fuss of having to worry about the cost of buying a fibreglass/ABS shell, what servos and lights to use and how to program them and where to buy the £120/$150's(!) worth of Star Trek kits needed to detail the prop!
(A completed ZF1 built entirely from components found in the kit)
The kits feature many SLA printed resin components that, with a little sanding and painting, can be made to look exactly like the movie originals. Despite this, all the components can be removed, and swapped out if you decide to machine your own. I will be happy to supply drawings of some components if requested.
The FDM printed shell is an exact replica of the fibreglass shells that are sometimes made available, however these are much lighter and come with all mounting and attachment points built in. They require some filling (use any standard automotive body filler) and sanding but can be made to look very good indeed. Size and fitting should be perfect.
Needed tools (absolutely necessary for building these kits):
- Allan keys
- Small hammer
- Pliers
- Craft knife
- Small flathead screwdriver
- Super glue (or two part epoxy)
- Single or two part filler (for shell)
- Paints
- Super glue activator (very useful!)
- Thread locker
- oil or lubricant
The main shell will also need to be painted. I have created a series of painting guides and illustrations to help you with this process.
ZF-1 Component Painting Guide
ZF-1 Painting Templates
We provide a shell spraying service at £250 if you do not want to spray your ZF-1 shell. This will also increase the cost of shipping a small amount due to the larger sized container it needs to be sent in.
To help you assemble your new ZF1 kit, I have created a series of in depth video guides, detailing each and every step of the build process. These are updated regularly with feedback from other builders and my own experience, and I will be releasing new videos on areas not yet covered.
ZF-1 Video Assembly Guide
I have also produced another set of videos documenting building a single ZF-1, from start to finish. These hopefully demonstrate tips and tricks that can help you build your own.
ZF-1 Step-by-step
If you would like to see a sped up version of the build process, please watch this 4 minute video to help give you an understanding of how the prop is put together.
FOR PREVIOUS KIT BUYERS
Below is a link to my thingiverse page where you can download upgraded parts for the older ZF-1 kits.
JCM ZF-1 part upgrades
Assembled Model
We are also offering built ZF-1 models.
These are built in our workshop, using our facilities to ensure a professional finish and a prop that will look fantastic in your display cabinet.
The following pictures are all built using our kits.
Upgrade Parts...
We have developed an extensive set of upgrade components for your ZF-1 replica or kit.
Please carry on reading to find out more!
(Resin parts compared to their turned counterparts!)
We will even throw in a free EDDING 500 yellow permanent marker for you kit builders! This is what the prop builders used to that beautiful metallic yellow finish on their builds!
Thanks!
Jake Eaton
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