HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Steve told me today--that is the kit he took the part from.
Steve told me today--that is the kit he took the part from.
Yoda VD lightsaber discussion
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HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
This is the part I'm guessing was cut off and added to the top. Then, a whole bunch of filling and sanding.
This is the part I'm guessing was cut off and added to the top. Then, a whole bunch of filling and sanding.
Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Ooohhh now i get it...
And tthen the top part, shorten to make it square and the round thing repositioned, so yes, heavily modified
Ooohhh now i get it...
And tthen the top part, shorten to make it square and the round thing repositioned, so yes, heavily modified
Sym-Cha
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
I'd agree that the oilpan in this picture looks what we are seeking :
However it's not from the 1:12 Monogram '67 Corvette Coupe ??? which contains what I showed in the other previous pictures in red.
So where did these parts come from ... is what I'd like to know?
Chaim
I'd agree that the oilpan in this picture looks what we are seeking :
However it's not from the 1:12 Monogram '67 Corvette Coupe ??? which contains what I showed in the other previous pictures in red.
So where did these parts come from ... is what I'd like to know?
Chaim
HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
The large block on the oilpan in this pic is too "square."
The one on the saber appears shorter--unless that was sanded to fit.
Steve said it was from the 3-in-1 Vette kit we all see listed with the 427 engine.
The large block on the oilpan in this pic is too "square."
The one on the saber appears shorter--unless that was sanded to fit.
Steve said it was from the 3-in-1 Vette kit we all see listed with the 427 engine.
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
No, that pic i got it from a 1/25 kit on ebay
If it is the 67 vette and we have been told it is, the only way to mach its by making the top part shorter and square an to use another piece for the curve thing.
No, that pic i got it from a 1/25 kit on ebay
If it is the 67 vette and we have been told it is, the only way to mach its by making the top part shorter and square an to use another piece for the curve thing.
HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Yep--that's the info I posted earlier today...after Steve told me.
Yep--that's the info I posted earlier today...after Steve told me.
HermesBlackstar
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Okay, here are the photos that Ed graciously sent me.
You'll see how he now has the Yoda saber displayed in the last few shots. THANKS, Ed!!!!
Let's call this the Yoda Visual Dictionary Deluxe:
Not only is it really cool that Ed helped us out with this, but he's also part of our community--and came in and shared info and that awesome story on how this lightsaber was born.
Good stuff.
As far as the original topic, that oilpan--stand by.
You guys will soon have a source for that darn thing!
Okay, here are the photos that Ed graciously sent me.
You'll see how he now has the Yoda saber displayed in the last few shots. THANKS, Ed!!!!
Let's call this the Yoda Visual Dictionary Deluxe:
Not only is it really cool that Ed helped us out with this, but he's also part of our community--and came in and shared info and that awesome story on how this lightsaber was born.
Good stuff.
As far as the original topic, that oilpan--stand by.
You guys will soon have a source for that darn thing!
Sym-Cha
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Wow ... that's incredible ... all those new reference pix ... thanks ... just one tiny remark ... the clamp should move up a little higher so that the additional created notch covers or touches that brass part or whatever you call it even more ... see picture :
Can't wait what you may have in store for us HermesBlackstar ... to be continued . . .
Chaim
Wow ... that's incredible ... all those new reference pix ... thanks ... just one tiny remark ... the clamp should move up a little higher so that the additional created notch covers or touches that brass part or whatever you call it even more ... see picture :
Can't wait what you may have in store for us HermesBlackstar ... to be continued . . .
Chaim
HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Yes, it appears the clamp migrated back a bit....lol.
That's the pic Ed provided to the PoSW site. It's the same saber--look at the brass screw holding the shroud. Same slot gouge:
-------The Prequel Parts of Star Wars--------
Yes, it appears the clamp migrated back a bit....lol.
That's the pic Ed provided to the PoSW site. It's the same saber--look at the brass screw holding the shroud. Same slot gouge:
-------The Prequel Parts of Star Wars--------
HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
I'm still positive that the piece on the right was added to the top of the oilpan on the left.
I'm still positive that the piece on the right was added to the top of the oilpan on the left.
HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Okay, here's the obvious question.
Would there be intetest in a run of the oilpan?
If so, I can make it happen. I'll need to gauge interest before committing to that kit first, though.
This is NOT an official INT thread or post--just testing the water to see how many of you are needing an oilpan.
Okay, here's the obvious question.
Would there be intetest in a run of the oilpan?
If so, I can make it happen. I'll need to gauge interest before committing to that kit first, though.
This is NOT an official INT thread or post--just testing the water to see how many of you are needing an oilpan.
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Yeah I'd be in... As long as price wasn't crazy.
Yeah I'd be in... As long as price wasn't crazy.
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havent yet decided if im not going to go and buy the kit, but i would be in for 1, if price is not to high
havent yet decided if im not going to go and buy the kit, but i would be in for 1, if price is not to high
HermesBlackstar
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What do you guys think a reasonable price should be?
What do you guys think a reasonable price should be?
HermesBlackstar
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Or, maybe I'll just do a 3D printed version. That'll be more cost effective for me, as I won't have to dump $50+ into a kit from eBay just for the oilpan and driveshaft plus mold/cast supplies.
I'd just have to design the file, upload to Shapeways and you all order direct.
Just tell me what you think is the best approach. ...
Or, maybe I'll just do a 3D printed version. That'll be more cost effective for me, as I won't have to dump $50+ into a kit from eBay just for the oilpan and driveshaft plus mold/cast supplies.
I'd just have to design the file, upload to Shapeways and you all order direct.
Just tell me what you think is the best approach. ...
HermesBlackstar
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Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
There are currently 17 of those Monogram 1:12 scale 1967 3-in-1 Corvette model kits on eBay. Have at it, folks!!!
They are not that rare. Just a little pricey due to the scale.
If you want the authentic part for your saber--that's the kit.
It's got the 427 engine.
Read this entire thread, please--it's filled with posts about that kit and pictures of kits on eBay--some posted by me back when this all started.
Use my advice about the drivetrain hump in you want--I still think that detail was "lost in the convetsation."
I've done everything I possibly can to help you identify it.
I'm moving on for now.
Mine will get finished later....once I regain intetest.
I did find my bag of PEM nuts. I have quite a few. I've had them for several years. I've had a few members ask about them in the past. I can afford a stamp. I'll not be visiting thid thread for awhile, so just shoot me a PM if you need one.
If I ever do cave in and buy that Vette kit--I WILL mold and cast the built and modified oilpan for you guys. I will, at that time post a FS thread in the JY with a very fair price--just to recoup the cost of the kit plus supplies to get it to you all.
Just not right now...sorry.
There are currently 17 of those Monogram 1:12 scale 1967 3-in-1 Corvette model kits on eBay. Have at it, folks!!!
They are not that rare. Just a little pricey due to the scale.
If you want the authentic part for your saber--that's the kit.
It's got the 427 engine.
Read this entire thread, please--it's filled with posts about that kit and pictures of kits on eBay--some posted by me back when this all started.
Use my advice about the drivetrain hump in you want--I still think that detail was "lost in the convetsation."
I've done everything I possibly can to help you identify it.
I'm moving on for now.
Mine will get finished later....once I regain intetest.
I did find my bag of PEM nuts. I have quite a few. I've had them for several years. I've had a few members ask about them in the past. I can afford a stamp. I'll not be visiting thid thread for awhile, so just shoot me a PM if you need one.
If I ever do cave in and buy that Vette kit--I WILL mold and cast the built and modified oilpan for you guys. I will, at that time post a FS thread in the JY with a very fair price--just to recoup the cost of the kit plus supplies to get it to you all.
Just not right now...sorry.
Re: Yoda VD lightsaber question
Good to hear the kit had been identified. I messaged Steve but he never responded.
Ed, those original saber pics are awesome, thank you so much for posting them.
Good to hear the kit had been identified. I messaged Steve but he never responded.
Ed, those original saber pics are awesome, thank you so much for posting them.
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