My try at building the 1/6 Scale Falcon Cockpit

[Weezer]

I think building the levers with styrene tubes and brass rods would give you the look you're after. You have scratch building skills, try not to let the 3D printer overshadow that.

 

[OutLander]

I think building the levers with styrene tubes and brass rods would give you the look you're after. You have scratch building skills, try not to let the 3D printer overshadow that.

 

[IzzyMel]

I think building the levers with styrene tubes and brass rods would give you the look you're after. You have scratch building skills, try not to let the 3D printer overshadow that.

I didn't think of using that. I should give that a try. Thanks for the idea.

 

[IzzyMel]

Well here is my 1st attempt with the Aluminum and brass tubes to build the levers. Best I could do at 1/6 scale.

IMG_20150806_223306 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

Thoughts?

Anyone else work with his stuff? if so how did you or what did you use to help with the cutting of the metal tubes? They seem to be easily deformed when you cut them. Thanks in advance.

IMG_20150806_224058 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

 

[Natedog]

Looks good!

I use this stuff a lot. I used to cut them with a dremel, but later picked up a tiny miter box and a hobby saw. it works well. You usually still need to clean them up a bit afterwards with a small file. Best tip I can give is don't try to conserve material. In other words if you need a length thats 3mm long DO NOT think that cutting a 6mm piece in half is a great idea. With stuff this small you need something to hold onto while you cut. If not it ends up a disaster.

I've also found that the aluminum is much easier to cut than the brass. At least for me.

Keep up the great work.

 

[IzzyMel]

Thanks Natedog and Weezer. for the direction and advice. So I finished putting the levers together.

IMG_20150807_160003 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

This is what they look like on the console:

IMG_20150807_162657 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150807_162703 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

The reason for the shinny chairs is I'm trying out he smooth on XTC applicator.
IMG_20150807_162810 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150807_162800 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

 

[Weezer]

Beautifully done! Keep up the great work.

 

[OutLander]

Levers look great....better than the printer could do IMO. Everything done so far looks fantastic.

 

[IzzyMel]

Here is my attempt at the Flight Yokes for the falcon.

IMG_20150808_231227 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr
IMG_20150808_231237 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr
IMG_20150808_231248 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

 

[Natedog]

Lookin good! Can't wait to see what you do with the rear wall. That'll be interesting!

 

[commanderwolf]

really cool work

 

[IzzyMel]

It's coming together

IMG_20150810_142634 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150810_142645 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

 

[OutLander]

Nice!!!!!!

 

[Natedog]

That came outta nowhere. Nice!

 

[IzzyMel]

Did a little bit of painting today
IMG_20150814_150300 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr
IMG_20150814_150323 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr
Still have to paint the bottom part the correct color.

IMG_20150814_150031 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150814_150001 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

 

[Weezer]

Looks great with a little primer and paint.

You're doing a great job!

 

[IzzyMel]

Did some more painting and detailing of the console( worked on the front upper panels of the console).

Here are the yokes painted:

IMG_20150817_151528 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

here is the under panels:
IMG_20150817_151558 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150817_151607 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150817_151632 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

Still have a couple more greeblies to add to it.

Over all look so far:

IMG_20150817_153019 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150817_153028 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

IMG_20150817_153046 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr
IMG_20150817_153103 by Izzy Mel, on Flickr

 

[enaud]

Looks to be coming along quite well. Keep up the good work.

 

[IzzyMel]

Any suggestions for lighting source for in-between the panels. EL wire was not strong enough. Space in-between is @ 3mm. Thoughts???

thanks in advance.

 

[Natedog]

Well...they also make EL "tape" in various widths and whole sheets of the stuff too so you can cut out whatever shape you want. From what I've seen though that stuff is tricky to solder. Probably best to get the premade stuff.

You could try a thin sheet of clear acrylic and frost it by sanding it with 400 grit sandpaper (or a frosting spray). Then edge light it with a series of small LEDs. That may work. The thicker the acrylic sheet the brighter and the better it will distribute the light. 3mm isn't much though.

Fibre optics would be the ultimate and yield the best results, but its a lot of work.

Try the EL tape.