1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build

Good luck getting your computer up and running again, Sofa! I'm looking forward to the photos of this weekends activity!

JonnieLP said:

Hi sofa,
I just wanted to tell you how INCREDIBLY awesome your work is and that I'm a bit jealous actually, because I just do some - not even moving - graphics, as I can't do any better at the moment. But as you may see, I quoted your post regarding the engine of the Falcon and I had an idea what style your engine tanks (?) could have. So I started my PS4 and made some Screenshots of STAR WARS Battlefront as there are some "barrels" that look like a star wars version of your design. Maybe it helps you finding the perfect design for the Falcon engines
http://fs5.directupload.net/images/user/170220/nyjnvsoh.jpg
http://fs5.directupload.net/images/user/170220/i3ux95a4.jpg
http://fs5.directupload.net/images/user/170220/dxwzlp9p.jpg

If you need more screenshots or some specific detail shots, just tell me and I'll make them for you

Good luck with your project and keep up working on your stunning piece of art

JonnieLP

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Hey J,

Thanks so much for the kind words!

Sketching is one of those things I really enjoy especially if inspired! As many will know / tell, Joe Johnston was a HUGE influence on me. If you really enjoy drawing/sketching then run with it! Draw what you love but dont be afraid to explore different styles and mediums.

I'm loving the look of the end caps on those containers! DEF gives me some ideas for the engines! Thanks for posting those images. Anything mechanical or engine related would be awesome! But only if you have time!

Loosebruce704 said:

Ahhhh sofa that's a worse update than no update at all talk about dangle the line.

Also on a side note I work in caravan spares and the amount of spare parts for boilers etc I see that I can't help but feel look and feel right for this project is mad.

Loosebruce

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Hey LB,

I know I know... I'm a horrible person! BUT...

I hope you guys/gals enjoy this next update! I set a goal for myself and I made it happen! I spent 4 days trying to figure "everything" out and it finally all came together - I hope!

I would love to see pics of the spare parts you have! Another fun project I had in mind was building a section of the waistline of the exterior. How cool would that be?!

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Friendly flyer said:

Good luck getting your computer up and running again, Sofa! I'm looking forward to the photos of this weekends activity!

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Hey FF,

The PC should be ready today - fingers crossed! Be on the lookout this evening or first thing tomorrow morning!

I can attest the new recessed panels are amazing in person, the depth and realism it adds to the interior really breathes life into it as if it were a living breathing machine. I'm trying to secure use of a human eye spaced 3D camera to get everyone a virtual walk through at some point in the near future. As for now just take my word for it that Greg really shines when he's got creative license.


- Daniel Valdez - Full Scale Falcon Team

SofaKing01 said:

Hi Gang,

It was a VERY productive weekend!

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You installed the hyperdrive?? Excellent!!!

And then there's the new (or is it old?!) cockpit for the Han Solo film. Or they might just be using the TFA/TLJ set. I don't know. But interesting nevertheless despite not being able to see much!


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Thats DEF the TFA cockpit!

SofaKing01 said:

Thats DEF the TFA cockpit!

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Maybe they finally learned their lesson after they kept trashing the OT sets... p.s... I think I'm in love with the girl next to Woody H. The rest of the cast though, I don't know. We'll see how it goes... It almost gives the appearance of a high school class (and teacher Woody H.) crashing the set. "Security!!!"... I was only mildly enthused about the casts of the PT, and Ep. 7, with Rogue One being more to my liking casting-wise, but I'll keep an open mind and give the kids a chance.

Casting wise, yes I see Lando and Chewie.

Lando has the look I would expect in his younger days. Don't know who the actors is in the photo but he looks the part of a younger Lando. The eyes, the look and stance. Whoever they cast they got that part nailed from the photo. I can see Lando in him. They cast a younger Lando perfectly though.

The Wookie is a dead giveaway.

Who the ???? is everyone else?????? I don't recognise an established prior connection to any of them. Now idea who is Han assuming he's even in the photo. It's very bland the photo apart from Lando and Chewie given it's supposed to be Han focused. Han is missing from this photo. I've lived and grown up with the SW films. Given the positions of the photo the gent in the blue training top is Han given his mirroring of Chewie as the crew of the MF????

Hope you get your computer back up running soon. I'd rather see your updates Sofa right now.

So, ESB-era yokes. Guess they'll be going for the 5 landing gear boxes then.

The turquoise hallway colour is an... interesting choice.

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Hi Gang,

Let's get those latest update pics posted! ENJOY!

As many of you know, I'm working the upper extension panel boxes. I've struggled with the design and have gone through several ideas and layouts before finally nailing what I "hope" is worthy of the SW look and feel!

The weekend started out with my modding this greeblie


I wound up having to remove the top so it would fit inside the box


I laser cut this design


And had the idea to design and laser cut these rounded "fin" looking greeblies


3 layers of MDF sandwiched together


Where they would fit into these small slots










Adding filler


Now the layout begins...


I really liked the look of a panel I laser cut for fellow RPFer Fuzz so I decided to see how it would look inside the box


Instead of painting MDF the standard silver I had the idea to use clear acrylic and back light?


Tiny fins






I really liked the look of the clear so I designed and cut a few more greeblies








HMMMM... I just don't feel it


So, I altered the design to include a secondary "gear"




This one?


I like it but I just don't think it works with what I'm trying to do


Maybe rockers will change my mind?


This one would be painted silver.... hmmmm... Again, not feeling it


So, I resumed work on the rounded fins while trying to come up with a worthy layout


After filling, sanding and several coats of primer


Paint






So THIS is the basic layout for this panel box... I LIKE IT!


And this is the layout for the second panel box... I LIKE IT!


I had an idea to include some red LEDs so I designed this greeblie to hold several LEDs and mount into the first panel box. Using the flat packing method I laser cut all the layers


Adhered them together


And away we go!






I hate filler!


While the filler dried I did do a few other things... I designed and laser cut this MDF pencil guide


Where I began to mark out the lines for the armor plating! More on that later!


I cut mounting holes in this greeblie


Added putty to these greeblies




I gathered up some greeblies from the house


I had an idea a while back for this old vintage circuit board


Bingo! Perfect fit




I had 4 of these little guys laying around


Took them all apart to find the best way to mount


They will eventually mount here!


I'm thinking a blue LED would look perfect!


Jumping back to these panel boxes... This is basic layout! I think!


From this point forward its basically my trying to figure out the best layout... ENJOY!!!!

Side screens






Old screen I found




LOVE IT!


The two competing textures and colors really work with each other










Screens were a bit too busy... They were just too many holes








More filler




Paint!


Tough to see... Silver finally added!












FINALLY getting to see it all come together! Let's focus on this box!


Trying out different greeblies


BINGO!


I cut this piece of acrylic...


To keep this awesome looking coil greeblie from rocking back and forth when mounted


Figuring out the wiring pattern - a HUGE THANK YOU to Scott for giving me the wiring harness


What works best?


Scott also tossed in some old Pinball greeblies and they worked really well!


Still trying out different layouts




I LIKE IT!




Daniel is going to wire it up with a flash pattern! It should bring a LOT of life to these panel boxes




I took everything apart and weathered the base


Just a dusty brush and a LOT of brushing


Adhered this mounting guide


I wanted to give the appearance that two of the rounded fins were missing








I only needed to cut 6 holes... why I cut all these I have no idea...






Cool Allen head screws!


Time to mount everything!










ALMOST THERE!




This wadded up wire is where the compressor is supposed to connect!


How does it all look? IN PLACE!




DEF needs one more greeblie!




I'm still not sure about these wire connectors




Last greeblie added and need to fix one of the rounded fins... popped off






Onto this panel! Primer and wire clamps!




These screens are MUCH better


Hidden secrets














Laying out the near final design


I LOVE the pinball parts Scott gave me! The PVC pipe... not so much! BUT I do like the red wires


Mounting all the cool looking greeblies


I LOVE IT!


Temp in place...


Those side screens work really well!




Painting the pinball greeblies




The red coils really work against the silver!


It only seemed right to add some red wires


This panel went surprisingly quick compared to the other




And this is where are!




Whew... Hope you guys/gals like it! Another HUGE THANK YOU to Scott for his help and sacrificing some old pinball parts to make these boxes a reality!

More to Follow!

Every time I come back to this thread I throw up a little in my mouth, but in a good way, like when you asked that pretty girl to the dance in middle school and she said yes!!

Love it! Really looks good, Sofa!!

Just gorgeous. Well done!


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That is beautiful... and i like the red wire connectors for the first box.. it gives a punch of color.. and i absolutely love those fins you added.. made me think of the front window of the MF! LOL

For the second box i like the idea of the pvc pipe.. but i could agree with you that a white one is weird... try blue!!

I like everything else very creative choices...and those clear acrylic pieces... and the lights !!

there,s a subject that I would like to share my humble opinion... it,s been tickling the back of my brain for a few years (now we talk in years oh dear LOL) It,s about the weathering... I hope that at the end you will do another pass of weathering everywhere to make it stronger... i think you,re very shy about the weathering. maybe it,s a first step you,re doing. for now... even with the weathering you,ve done until now... it's still look like new... maybe not as strong as the laser canon you,ve done a few years ago.. but something more damaged, used, transformed, recycled... I thnk you understand what i,m thinking... but still a big fan...an admirer of your dedictation and craftmanship!

Feel free to send me to hell!! LOL Can't wait for the next update... To be honest i checked in everyday to see some new posts LOL.. Yeah crazy me!!

Thumbs way up..

Éric

I am always looking forward to your updates SK. Best build on the RPF :eek hands down ( or up ) Can't wait till your next update :thumbsup

Just incredible. You are really "leveling up" in your design work! Amazing!!

I had my doubts when I saw your half circle fins, but they really look the part when you put it all together. The bays turned out amazing good!

The circuit board is a thing of beauty, and I think you've find an excellent way to get mileage out of your old fuses. Are you planning to put them in that position permanently?

rubble said:

Casting wise, yes I see Lando and Chewie.

Lando has the look I would expect in his younger days. Don't know who the actors is in the photo but he looks the part of a younger Lando. The eyes, the look and stance. Whoever they cast they got that part nailed from the photo. I can see Lando in him. They cast a younger Lando perfectly though.

The Wookie is a dead giveaway.

Who the ???? is everyone else?????? I don't recognise an established prior connection to any of them. Now idea who is Han assuming he's even in the photo. It's very bland the photo apart from Lando and Chewie given it's supposed to be Han focused. Han is missing from this photo. I've lived and grown up with the SW films. Given the positions of the photo the gent in the blue training top is Han given his mirroring of Chewie as the crew of the MF????

Hope you get your computer back up running soon. I'd rather see your updates Sofa right now.

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Alden Ehrenreich, the man in the middle with the brown leather jacket and blue shirt, is playing young Han. It's funny you say that there's nobody with the Han look - this is, for me, the first photo that actually made me think Ehrenreich looks like Han in the slightest. The man in the blue top in the upper left corner is Woody Harrelson - all we know is that he's playing a "mentor" to young Han.

nkg said:

So, ESB-era yokes. Guess they'll be going for the 5 landing gear boxes then.

The turquoise hallway colour is an... interesting choice.

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Although this cockpit may be the TFA cockpit, they may have had to redo the cockpit hallway, and that's my guess - that they had to redo it, and those panels are only blue because they've freshly made them and not yet painted them. That's just speculation on my part, but the blue seems too strong and significant a color shift to make in the Falcon.

Then again, given Lando's penchant for the use of both blue and color, maybe it's not so unlikely, given that Lando's probably the owner of the Falcon at some point in this movie . . .

Anyways, sorry, to derail your thread, Sofa! I was just particularly excited by this photo and had some thoughts. Personally, I think you and the team you should all get together for a group photo in the style of the movie promo posted above, with you in the center in a leather jacket. Just a thought.

- Master Tej -

I think you should send your pics to JJ and ask him to give you a job to decorate the MF cockpit for the next movie No, seriously Sofa, ask ! These boxes are the bomb:cool You've been doing that stuff for so long now, that you have the StarWars look to a tee!!