Blackadder Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 I'm really over my head on this one. Scale will make or break this model and I can't get any decent leg measurements from the photos. I'm trying a different approach this time as I think the titan will be too top heavy if I make it all from plastic and resin. I'll begin with a basic hull shape as thats what I'm most sure of as far as scale. I've put about a week of evenings into this so far and I'm about to start on the head. http://i.imgur.com/HsXrh5j.jpg http://i.imgur.com/HsXrh5jl.jpg I'm using foam filled poster board 5mm and 13mm thick which works very well and will give me the upper body lightness I'll be needing for stability. The body will be covered with sheet styrene after I get all the proportions right. http://i.imgur.com/TjiCyoo.jpg http://i.imgur.com/TjiCyool.jpg I'm thinking 3/4" pine square stock for the leg segments and dowels for the round joints but that may be too massive when covered with styrene. http://i.imgur.com/2LO8RM7.jpg http://i.imgur.com/2LO8RM7l.jpg NOTE: The above text is just as I started this project in 2009. From this humble beginning I'll attempt to recreate the build as faithfully as possible along with all the errors I made in construction right down to the first mistake above. I do not recommend making a hull out of foam filled posterboard. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Traitor Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Damn, now I want to scratch build a warhound myself! I saw the result in your Imperator thread and it is quite impressive, I'll be closely following this thread! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655382 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 Wow, a quick reply. I'm still trying to recover the images i used as the photo server went belly up and I'm using 'Imgur' now which is much more reliable. First the head as it was during the inital phase of trying to get the proportion right. http://i.imgur.com/VZIijPC.jpg http://i.imgur.com/VZIijPCl.jpg Next the body and leg segments, yeah, I know the toes are too long. http://i.imgur.com/j1VPF04.jpg http://i.imgur.com/j1VPF04l.jpg http://i.imgur.com/lWNFE9T.jpg http://i.imgur.com/lWNFE9Tl.jpg The ankle piece as it was cut down to receive the cylindrical shock absorber assembly. http://i.imgur.com/9wdMwwa.jpg http://i.imgur.com/9wdMwwal.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Hhy8MEI.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Hhy8MEIl.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655524 Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverike_prime Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 And mark this thread as being followed! I'll be very interested in this thread as I'm working on a Scratch built Warhound myself. Question BlackAdder, are you starting from scratch or are you starting from some sort of plans? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655563 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 I work strictly from photos but plans would be nice. The problem is there aren't/weren't any plans other than a very elemental set which I discounted. When we get further into this you will see I had to scrap a good deal of this work and begin again. It's the curse of being obsessive compulsive. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655587 Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverike_prime Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 I work strictly from photos but plans would be nice. The problem is there aren't/weren't any plans other than a very elemental set which I discounted. When we get further into this you will see I had to scrap a good deal of this work and begin again. It's the curse of being obsessive compulsive. You're in Good company on that one, sir. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655594 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VulkansDynasty Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Looks like you're off to a good start. I Hope to see how your progress goes. Is this a finished build that you're reposting? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655637 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionofjudah Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Always fun to revisit our old work and go 'meh, I'm gonna need to redo that!' Your work of course is fantastic Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655918 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 Looks like you're off to a good start. I Hope to see how your progress goes. Is this a finished build that you're reposting? Yes the Warhound is finished and painted but I discovered I never posted the work leading up to the finished product. Since I am resuming work on the Warhound, antiquing and more insignia etc, it seemed apropos to post the steps to this new work. Thanks, I really appreciate the input. I had the PDF plans already and based on my calculations they are approximately 1/4 oversized when it comes to the length and cross section of the legs. The 3/4 view DWG 119 at the end when roughly modeled in wood gave me an overall height of 10.5 inches which is FW's claim for the height with the legs fully extended. I can always bulk up the segments with plastic card sheets if need be and increase the length likewise if the legs look too small. unless someone can give me measurements off of the original model. My calculations based on the FW assembly instructions give me give me slightly over 3/4 inch square leg segments in cross section with each leg piece approx. 3 inches long. Anyhow below is the work of the previous day and I am rather pleased at the outcome if the scale is correct. http://i.imgur.com/Z64SeDJ.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Z64SeDJl.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ILfdlCf.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ILfdlCfl.jpg http://i.imgur.com/LfEuHOR.jpg http://i.imgur.com/LfEuHORl.jpg I am including these steps for the benefit of those who may not be insane enough to require movable joints on their model. almost all the previous work on the legs including these was scraped when I decided I wanted a posable figure. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4655945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Firewalker Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Impressive work on the feet thus far. I applaud your attention to detail. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4656395 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fedratsailor Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I own a FW mars pattern warhound. decided to take some measurements to help you out. the Leg's them selves come in 3 parts. The lower section is about 3 1/2" in length. this includes the section that the middle leg slots into. the middle leg is about 2 1/4" in length. this is including both sections that slot into the upper and lower leg sections. The upper leg is about 2 1/2" in length. Includes the section the middle leg slots into and the Hip joint itself. the legs are about 1" wide x 1" depth, varying for the design of the part. I hope this helps you on your project. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4656429 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 I own a FW mars pattern warhound. decided to take some measurements to help you out. the Leg's them selves come in 3 parts. The lower section is about 3 1/2" in length. this includes the section that the middle leg slots into. the middle leg is about 2 1/4" in length. this is including both sections that slot into the upper and lower leg sections. The upper leg is about 2 1/2" in length. Includes the section the middle leg slots into and the Hip joint itself. the legs are about 1" wide x 1" depth, varying for the design of the part. I hope this helps you on your project. Where were you eight years ago when I actually built this model??? :D Thanks for the info ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4656523 Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverike_prime Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 Hey BlackAdder, I've got a collection of screen shots of Scratch built projects. The pics you've posted so far reminded me of a couple. Are these of your Titan?http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a316/maverike_prime/3863714181_70a49bc3b4_b_zpsnmmbcok3.jpg http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a316/maverike_prime/back-detail_zpsg5jxaim8.jpg http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a316/maverike_prime/3863714179_452303d9b4_b_zpsduqrqsuc.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4660825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 The first and third which appear to be the same image are my Warhound and the fourth image as well. I don't know who made the second image. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4661867 Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverike_prime Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 The first and third which appear to be the same image are my Warhound and the fourth image as well. I don't know who made the second image. Cool, now I can organize those by your name. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/330968-blackadder-attempts-to-build-a-lucius-pattern-warhound/#findComment-4661963 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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