Iceblue106

what no six dollar bacon guacamole burger? lol

Update: currently working on installing mock lighting for the first floor of the hanger as well as a cross section view of the hanger ceiling structure. In the first few pictures you will see the partial dissemblance of the hanger so as to show a better view of the lighting detail. I used plastic tubing as mock electrical conduit and some clear plastic tubing cut to size to make up the lighting fixtures. Views of the upper ceiling cross section can be seen in the second section of pictures. I used bass wood as a platform, with styrene square tubing, and styrene trusses for the main structural supports. Styrene tubing was added later for detail of piping. Also note you can see the requested blue and black hanger numbering as well. Last two pictures are of the frontal view, without flash and last one is with flash. And as always more pictures will come as progress is made. Blue

Hello again!! As promised I have returned with some more "eye candy" for your viewing pleasure Below you will be able to see my progress on the Tomahawk hanger. In the next pictures you will see added railings, more detail, and even a mock set up with a (non-painted) crew. Also shown will be the limited but fully movable parts for entrance in and out of the repair bay. These pictures are to bring you all up to par with the stage of the build so far. As always, there is much more to come. Kick back and enjoy for now and catch you all later, Blue

Hey Yeti, Thanks for the Info and be sure to check your PM box. We will see what we can do to help with the inspiration. Blue

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Hey Tundrayeti, Its been some time since we chatted last but I was wondering if you had specific sizes you could do regarding your custom diorama panels. If you could, please PM me the possibilities as well as the cost for said possible sizes. Also was wondering if what you have applies to the decking only or if you have stuff that can be used as wall sections as well. Thanks a bunch and look forward to hearing from you soon. Blue

Well honestly I have only gone through 3 blades so far and that is mostly due to the wear and tear from cutting the styrene / plastic pieces. Also as far as the railing goes, you should be able to purchase it at your local hobby store. The set I purchased is actually used frequently for model train dioramas and generally costs between 4 to 6 US dollars for a pack of 5 sprues that contains railing, fencing, and some stairwell sets. And again the figures I use in the mock hanger are that of the 1/72 scale (which sadly is the closest I have been able to find by Hasagawa ) More pictures will be coming soon..thank you all for visiting!! Blue Oh and by the way Welcome to MW there LVS I hope you enjoy this site as much as I have so far Also here's a sneak peak of a near completed version of what is to come soon!!

Hello everyone, I just wanted to update you all on this project. I've only done a few more things since the last set of pictures but I figured I would share my progress anyways. In the fallowing set of pictures you will see added detail done to the floor of the hanger bays, new stairwells and railings installed, as well as some frame work to the backside (upper) wall.

Ok back again with some updates. In the pictures below I have added wall structure detail as well as some vents and electrical panels. Also noted is the base coat of paint to the floors and wall structure assemblies.

Hello all, I have decided to post some pictures of some work I have been doing regarding the construction of a Hanger for a 1/60 Tomahawk. The actual Inspiration was from a friend and a fellow member here on Macross World. He goes by Viper or Robelwell202 on various sites and is the Author / Creator of a fiction based novel called "The Destroid's Last Dance" and can be found at www.destroidslastdance.com. The Model being constructed is per his request and is being constructed to specifications based on his story. It only compromises a third of what the actual completed project will contain but it is a beginning. (Note: A future hanger will be built from this layout but to my specifications at a much later date.) The material being used is Foam board that can be found at hobby or art stores. The Styrene materials are from a hobby store as well. This particular hanger is built with a modular concept in mind...the sections are built so that there is minimal assembly needed for when the future product will be shipped. So without further ado....here are the pictures from start to present...

Miriya since you asked I have decided to begin a forum in the building/customizing thread. It will be a walk through from start to finish, as well as a brief description of where the inspiration came from. Hope you enjoy it and I will see you there.

Ok I know this is also a late post but I just wanted to give DarrinG an example of difference in scale between the included crew and the 1/72 crew from Hasagawa. If you get the chance I would just use the crew from the Hawagawa kit by themselves or just not use the included directing crew member from the tomahawk. I will Include a picture of the ones I use as well...note they are not painted yet.

Hi Miriya, I realize this is quite a long time since you asked the above question but I finally received my tomahawk and will provide pictures to answer your question. The area you have highlighted can come off but only through the removal of several screws.

Tundra, I just found this post again after much searching and am really liking the results thus far. I can't remember what you said the material was though... regardless me likey and me want a set lol.

Currently waiting for my first Yamato Macross 1/60 Destroid Tomahawk (OD version) from Hong Kong. No clue when its gonna arrive but it has only been a week.

Okay Rob it appears to me that you may just have to purchase one of each (1/60 version 1, 1/60 version 2, and a 1/48 scale valk) and based on what feels right for you, go with that size. In my honest opinion I can't afford a slew of 1/48's, so if I were to choose a collection, I would go with a the 1/60 version 2. (detail or no) Not to mention if you collect the 1/60 Yamato Destroids, than why would you combine them with 1/48 Valks? Unless I am mistaken, I don't think they make 1/48 scale Tomahawks. Again this is my humble opinion and nothing more. I suggest go with your gut

Hello <EXO> ya I did see the pre-production pics of the Phalanx, but what I was referring to was more to the likes of us macross fans. Has anyone of us thought to build or create their own attachment / custom modification to an existing tomahawk or defender in the 1/60 scale? If not than I think I may do just that as soon as I get mine in the mail.

Out of curiosity, Has anyone thought of converting / modifying a tomahawk or defender into a phalanx? Maybe we could run the idea by someone familiar with constructing parts (perhaps MechTech) and have them build a prototype or something of that nature. Just an Idea.

Thank you all for your helpful Information leading edge I have a slight disadvantage...I can't seem to find either kind of polystyrene (pink or blue) anywhere within the area of Southern California of which I live. So I guess i will have to resort to shopping at Michaels for the foam board stuff. With that said is there any advice in using it? shaping it etc?

Thanks for the tips >EXO< granted they may seem elementary, but good to know for a first timer with the stuff. every little bit helps and your info gets me one step closer to building.

Hello all, a handful of you may know me, some have seen my 1/100 scale hanger deck build from another site, however most don't even know of my existence. Regardless of that fact, I have decided to open up a post to ask for tips and ideas as to working with styrene and/or foam board products since I honestly have never worked with either. I am planning on making another hanger diorama (this time on the 1/60 scale) for a buddy of mine and was wondering if any of you could assist me with ideas as far as details in the fabrication process. I have seen many posts here for 1/48 single bay dioramas and have decided to use those as a reference. Any help and suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Blue Note: below picture is one of many pictures of my finished Hanger deck composed of balsa wood, plastic, metal, and computer parts and can be seen on The Lost Universe site.

Tundrayeti I am interested in seeing what you have accomplished so far...I too have a small collection of the 1/100 scale and would like to see these "customized panels" send me a link if you have one or just point me in the right direction Also if you haven't seen this already here is a link to the completed version of this build with Valks included at the end. http://thelostuniverseofrt.forumotion.net/...or-now-t317.htm

Hello all, I am glad that my project has made it's way here finally and will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. I hope you all enjoy the diorama. Also if you check out the links above you can see the different lighting views as well as with some 1/100 scale valks in place. The railings as well as most of the items used in this build where that of a kit from Model train accessories (Ho scale to be exact) Now granted the scale is slightly off (1/82 scale) but it was the closest I could get to true 1/100 scale.

MaveRick, I'm new here but I have to thank you for your inspiration!! I viewed this build awhile back and it made wonder if I could do something similar. I started my build with your factory as a reference but in 1/100 scale instead, however it evolved into a hanger deck scene instead. The materials used where mostly balsa wood, plastic model scraps, and computer parts (from a horrible crash). Anyways your display of the lighting helped me out drastically since I never messed with LED's. Thanks again and I look forward to more builds from you in the future. If anyone is interested this is the link to my build so far.. http://thelostuniverseofrt.forumotion.net/hangerdeck-hang-out-f46/ (hanger is almost complete but pending pictures with final lighting, crew, and support equipment)