Dax415 Posted August 27, 2005 Posted August 27, 2005 This kit keeps getting better all the time! Hopefully some more overtime swings my way so I can actually get one once its done.
jadefalconguard Posted August 31, 2005 Posted August 31, 2005 I must admit, I can't wait to get my hands on a copy of this Monster. The details, the possible diorama's........ Awesome work Mike, you're my hero
mslz22 Posted August 31, 2005 Posted August 31, 2005 Thanks, i will likely not get too much done on this in the next week or so, in a stunning turn of events i may be selling my home very shortly (like next week) and need to get it cleaned up before inspection etc..... mike
HWR MKII Posted September 1, 2005 Posted September 1, 2005 I cannot wait to get this one. It will look interesting to see my ARII 1/160 scale one sitting underneath it . You truely do some amazing work there. Question though, What will the barrels be made of? Turned aluminum?
Dwindling Gravitas Posted September 14, 2005 Posted September 14, 2005 First post here, so I don't expect anyone to take my question seriously (although it "is" deadly serious), but are orders still being taken for this? If so, "please" add me to the list. Shipping to Germany will probably cost a smallish fortune, but I'm a devoted Monster fetishist and absolutely must have this kit.
Ghadrack Posted September 14, 2005 Posted September 14, 2005 You truely do some amazing work there. Question though, What will the barrels be made of? Turned aluminum? 324899[/snapback] 2 feet of Inch and a Half PVC Pipe! Just kidding, but I bet it is gonna look that big!
HWR MKII Posted September 14, 2005 Posted September 14, 2005 The more the merrier. The molds havnt even been made yet so your in time I bet my monsterholism is worse than yours. He He
mslz22 Posted September 14, 2005 Posted September 14, 2005 First post here, so I don't expect anyone to take my question seriously (although it "is" deadly serious), but are orders still being taken for this? If so, "please" add me to the list. Shipping to Germany will probably cost a smallish fortune, but I'm a devoted Monster fetishist and absolutely must have this kit. 328352[/snapback] Yep, still open to anyone who wants one, and if the weight is where i think it will be shipping will not be as bad as you may think..... I am finishing up a big order and will be back to work by the weekend (keeps fingers crossed ) mike
jadefalconguard Posted September 14, 2005 Posted September 14, 2005 First post here, so I don't expect anyone to take my question seriously (although it "is" deadly serious), but are orders still being taken for this? If so, "please" add me to the list. Shipping to Germany will probably cost a smallish fortune, but I'm a devoted Monster fetishist and absolutely must have this kit. 328352[/snapback] You are not alone. I'm from Belgium, so that would make almost the same to ship Great to here you're almost back on the Monster Mike. BTW, did I mention you are my hero
Viceland Posted September 15, 2005 Posted September 15, 2005 Now to get AlphaHX to add our new friend DG to the list... Alpha?? Hasn't been around in a while... anybody been in contact with him?
promethuem5 Posted September 15, 2005 Posted September 15, 2005 He's almost always on AOL Instant Messenger...
thesheep Posted September 22, 2005 Posted September 22, 2005 The more the merrier. The molds havnt even been made yet so your in time  I bet my monsterholism is worse than yours. He He 328357[/snapback] So, I guess there is still room for 1 more? If so, add me into the mix.
mslz22 Posted September 28, 2005 Posted September 28, 2005 no real update, but i should be back to this soon.........way too much time looking at new houses...
Robert S Posted October 10, 2005 Posted October 10, 2005 (edited) Just though I would see how the Monster was doing. Edited October 10, 2005 by Robert S
mslz22 Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 The monster is a bit lonely right now, i've been very very busy wrapping up everything for the new house. i really can't wait to finish, i just need the time, and it will get done... mike
nanashino Posted October 15, 2005 Posted October 15, 2005 I would like to buy a kit. -"Windjammer" Nanashi's www.macrossmecha.info
Robert S Posted November 4, 2005 Posted November 4, 2005 Just a bump. don't want this to fall off the front page I know things have been busy but also thought I would ask how this is going?
mslz22 Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 Oh i want to finish this soooo bad I just got a new house that needs about 2 weeks of remodel (me alone of course ) and after that i really, really want to get back to this.....My wife and i did not plan on buying a house this fall but when we got an offer on the house from the local university, we could not pass on it, all that started in Sept and really thru off my schedule for all my projects. I will do my best to get these finished and molded by New Year..... thanks mike
tetsujin Posted November 14, 2005 Posted November 14, 2005 Oh i want to finish this soooo bad  I just got a new house that needs about 2 weeks of remodel (me alone of course ) and after that i really, really want to get back to this.....My wife and i did not plan on buying a house this fall but when we got an offer on the house from the local university, we could not pass on it, all that started in Sept and really thru off my schedule for all my projects. I will do my best to get these finished and molded by New Year.....thanks mike Hey, can I ask you something? I'm curious about the kind of planning you did for the build. Did you lay out the whole thing in orthographic plans before building or did you start with another model kit and scale/tweak measurements to fit the scale and your taste, or what? If you made plans, would you be willing to share them? I'm working on a set of plans for my first scratchbuild now... It's tough going but it's interesting stuff.
Robert S Posted December 2, 2005 Posted December 2, 2005 just a bump. Nothing to see here. Move along
Kylwell Posted December 2, 2005 Posted December 2, 2005 What...awe man I wuz hopin' fur an update. *sigh* I'll just go back to sanding.
mslz22 Posted December 2, 2005 Posted December 2, 2005 I'm still here....in my new house and my new shop is just about up and running....I can't believe how hard moving is .....Anyway i have a few other casting projects that have become urgent for the Holiday rush, but i have been doing some final cleanups on the parts you can see in the thread...and some of those are ready to be molded ......
Grayson72 Posted December 2, 2005 Posted December 2, 2005 (edited) Hey good to hear it Mike Edited December 2, 2005 by Grayson72
Less than Super Ostrich Posted December 2, 2005 Posted December 2, 2005 (edited) Mike Mike Mike! Hoooooraaaaay for Mike! Edited December 2, 2005 by Less than Super Ostrich
jardann Posted December 2, 2005 Posted December 2, 2005 I feel for you Mike. I moved in June and between soccer games and working weekends I am just now getting my model bench ready for action. One good thing for me though is that this project is moving at the right pace for me and my wallet!
Viceland Posted December 3, 2005 Posted December 3, 2005 One good thing for me though is that this project is moving at the right pace for me and my wallet! Â 349199[/snapback] Same here!!
broadshore Posted December 3, 2005 Posted December 3, 2005 Okay, I know I am still new here and haven't posted much... but.... Oh, wow.... Wow... Thats all I have to say.... That Monster is one heck of a Monster. Wow.
cool8or Posted December 5, 2005 Posted December 5, 2005 Hi Guys! Mike, I want one Monster kit for me... what I must to do? Regards, Ruben
mslz22 Posted December 5, 2005 Posted December 5, 2005 As i start making the molds i will complile an order list, posting here for now is fine, i do not want any $ until the master is done, all the molds are made and i have a test pour to show everyone... thanks mike
jadefalconguard Posted December 5, 2005 Posted December 5, 2005 Great to see you're back Any prediction on timing ? Not to rush you or anything but I would love to see the testrun ......and order 1
mslz22 Posted December 5, 2005 Posted December 5, 2005 Believe it or not there is not much more to do on the pattern...i am going to finish up the projects that are urgent for shipping before Xmas and get back on some late nights with the pattern....i am hoping to have the pattern done over the Xmas holiday week or very early Jan. mike
Robert S Posted December 23, 2005 Posted December 23, 2005 Just another bump. Hope things are going well for everyone.
mslz22 Posted December 24, 2005 Posted December 24, 2005 The pattern is unpacked and back on the workbench, i will be getting to it after Xmas and hopefully will have some cool pics by mid week......
mslz22 Posted January 3, 2006 Posted January 3, 2006 Just to let everyone know that i have not been slacking, i just don't have my digicam setup again after the move, i have completed the detail instert for the engine compartment and i am working on some hinge options. I think you will have 3 or 4 options on how to do the engine compartment/engine door. 1. always open, this will be easy 2. always closed, this will be easy. 3. able to display either way, due to the weight of the door if you want this option you will need to pick up some rare earth magnets. I could include them with the kit, but that would raise the price of the kit for everyone, and some people may not end up needing the magnets..so i think it is better to let people make that decision once they have the kit. 4. same as above, but with removable engine detail to hide battery pack for lights, this will require either velcro or more magnets, this is the way that i am going to build mine. i will have pics posted up on how to do all of these when the time comes.... thanks mike
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