captain america Posted October 14, 2015 Author Posted October 14, 2015 Hey guys! Just a quick update as the mold-prep phase goes into full-swing. There will be at least 7 large molds so this will take some time, but I should be done by the end of next week. Quote
captain america Posted October 16, 2015 Author Posted October 16, 2015 Hi guys! A quick little entry from the Captain's log book: I don't generally go into the molding details, but as this is my last project I figured that it might be useful for folks looking to keep the legacy alive. Pic 001: I took to the habit of using plexiglass to make the sprues and gates for my parts. It's a tough, durable material that can be reused as needed. I try to take a piece that's large enough to allow me to hold it securely, then, using the band saw, I cut out little squares and rectangles based on what I need to attach it to. Studying your part and determining the best points for resin entry/air exit is the key to well-cast parts. Pic 002: my ever-trusty glue gin. I use the smaller, translucent (low melt) glue sticks because the glue is easier to remove from the masters and does far less damage than the yellow glue. Your parts will need to be grease-free, cleaned with rubbing alcohol to ensure a good bond. Pic 003: I generally use hot glue, but if a part is relatively simple with few undercuts, I will use CA to bond the sprues/gates directly to the master component. This is not always a good strategy for thin/delicate parts though because as you're demolding, the flexing of the mold can cause the sprue to break off, resulting in damage to the master. The use of discernment is highly advised. Pic 004: now the parts are hot-glued to a plexiglass base, over which I have placed the plastic tupperware mold support and traced the outline of the container to make sure that all my parts fit harmoniously within the limits. It's a bit of a delicate procedure and may require some adjustments. Once again, the base and the sprues have to be absolutely grease-free to ensure the strongest bond possible within the limits of the temp hot glue. Pic 005: with all the parts glued, I use a marker to indicate cut lines and also a quick note on which is where part directly onto the plexiglass base. This will print into the silicone and allow me to better orient my scalpel when de-molding to minimize damage to the masters. With this done, I seal the plastic tupperware container (bottom removed) with temp hot glue onto the plexiglass base, around the parts. Now will come the pouring of the silicone rubber mold material, but that's for the next update Quote
sbantonelli Posted October 17, 2015 Posted October 17, 2015 Thanks for showing us your technique for casting. It's really nice to see because you always do such a nice job. Quote
captain america Posted October 20, 2015 Author Posted October 20, 2015 Veery high parts count confirmed... And there are still a few missing! Quote
Firesped Posted October 21, 2015 Posted October 21, 2015 is it too late to sign up for one of these? Quote
Ignacio Ocamica Posted October 21, 2015 Posted October 21, 2015 Thank you very much Capn for sharing your casting technique!!! Can't wait for more updates!!! Quote
captain america Posted October 21, 2015 Author Posted October 21, 2015 is it too late to sign up for one of these? Nope, just PM me. Quote
DarrinG Posted October 21, 2015 Posted October 21, 2015 I'd like to try making this diorama someday . . . Quote
captain america Posted October 27, 2015 Author Posted October 27, 2015 (edited) Hi guys, just wanted to let you all know that kit production has begun in earnest. Hands have been ordered from HLJ and should be arriving in the next week or two. I decided to go with these hands in the end since they seemed like better quality: http://www.hlj.com/product/KBYMB-29 As such, balance payments ($92 CAD + shipping) are now due. Shipping fees are as follows: -Canada/USA one kit: $25 -Canada/USA 2-3 kits: $35 -International, per kit: $50.00 *Also, please make sure that if there are any PP fees that they are covered on your end. That being said, if you already have the funds in your Paypal account, there should be no transfer fees: these only seem to arise if you withdraw from a bank account or credit card. Just a useful nugget of info I picked up. For anything else, please feel free to PM me Edited October 27, 2015 by captain america Quote
captain america Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 Hey guys! Sorry if I haven't been too active in the last week or so, I've been working furiously getting the casting done as well as mocking-up my kit for pictorials and instructions... And waiting seemingly for ever for HLJ to ship the hands. That being said, behold: Quote
DarrinG Posted November 4, 2015 Posted November 4, 2015 Wow - superb! Love the hips - it's one of those features that allows you to make heroic poses . . . Quote
captain america Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 Indeed, the hip joints are a simplified version of what I have on the 1/32 kit, but made in high-strength polymer. You will definitely have to pin the joints with brass rod though because even with partially hollowed-out parts, the kit is very top-heavy. Despite that, you can achieve extremely wide stances and dynamic posing. Quote
EXO Posted November 4, 2015 Posted November 4, 2015 That's the most accurate proportioned Legioss I've seen. It's beautiful too. Quote
captain america Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 Just a heads-up guys: I will leave the ordering window open until Friday November 13th in case some late-comers want a crack at a kit. After that, I close up shop, set the Galactica on a collision-course with the sun and disembark. Quote
captain america Posted November 9, 2015 Author Posted November 9, 2015 Quick Monday update: casting is done, unless there are any last-minute orders. Most of the kits are packed, I have JUST NOW received the first half of my shipment of Kotobukiya hands and I'm about 2/3 done with the destructions, which will likely be posted tomorrow. Shipping will begin on Friday, and will begin working on the decal artwork next week. Quote
captain america Posted November 10, 2015 Author Posted November 10, 2015 Destructions: done! Aaand promo poster. Can't forget that! Quote
CoryHolmes Posted November 11, 2015 Posted November 11, 2015 So how exactly did you scale the plans from 1/32 to 1/48? CAD, freehand, or those nifty triangular scales that I see all over the place? Quote
captain america Posted November 12, 2015 Author Posted November 12, 2015 So how exactly did you scale the plans from 1/32 to 1/48? CAD, freehand, or those nifty triangular scales that I see all over the place? A pocket calculator and Corel Draw. Quote
Black Valkyrie Posted November 15, 2015 Posted November 15, 2015 Wow, nice. This show needs more love. Quote
cool8or Posted November 15, 2015 Posted November 15, 2015 Gorgeous!! If you only have the chance to make a Q-Rau.... Quote
Cesar Enrique Posted November 16, 2015 Posted November 16, 2015 Gorgeous!! If you only have the chance to make a Q-Rau.... ... or re-release the regult, or make a 60cm long (or bigger) tv sdf-1 Quote
captain america Posted November 16, 2015 Author Posted November 16, 2015 ... or re-release the regult, or make a 60cm long (or bigger) tv sdf-1 The Regult re-issue would be a no-brainer, but someone has to acquire the masters first. Quote
Petrov27 Posted November 16, 2015 Posted November 16, 2015 yeah, Q-Rau kit is the top thing in my badly-want list Quote
neptunesurvey Posted November 19, 2015 Posted November 19, 2015 Package received. Looks amazing. Quote
sbantonelli Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Mine showed up too. Another increadible kit! Thanks for everything and the best of luck to you. Quote
Firesped Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Got mine yesterday. Looks good. now I just need time to build it. Thanks Quote
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