05-13-2014, 05:43 PM
Because of the weird angles and rather tricky shape, I chose to build the model in styrene. The bulk of the structure is 1/8 styrene sheeted in 1/16 styrene panels. Custom-cut plates will be installed on top of that. I'm guessing the original model was carved from foam and skinned in Bondo and then plated with thin styrene panels. As far as BSG ships go, this one is very difficult to get the shape just right. I totally admire anyone who attempts to build one of these.
The studio model had a multi-point armature. I wanted to include this as well. Unfortunately, adding an authentic interior meant sacrificing the front mount. So, this replica features a bottom mount, rear mount, and two side mounts. No top mount was added. The interior structure and acrylic "core" armature is complex enough already!
The model mounts on a steel 5/8" diameter rod. The armature tubing is sized just right to make for a nice, easy slip fit. I added a hidden set screw, accessible from below, so the rod can be locked in place inside the model.
The studio model had a multi-point armature. I wanted to include this as well. Unfortunately, adding an authentic interior meant sacrificing the front mount. So, this replica features a bottom mount, rear mount, and two side mounts. No top mount was added. The interior structure and acrylic "core" armature is complex enough already!
The model mounts on a steel 5/8" diameter rod. The armature tubing is sized just right to make for a nice, easy slip fit. I added a hidden set screw, accessible from below, so the rod can be locked in place inside the model.
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