smick6's Brute Spiker
October 12, 2007
I just started on version 2 of the Brute Spiker. Basic layout /planning and cutting of some materials. I have alot of in game pictures now, so it will be somewhat different than the last one. I couldn't make out some of the details the first time around so this one will be more accurate to the in game version. I am taking pictures as I go so I will be posting them. If anybody has any tips or suggestions please post them here. I am debating whether or not I should offer a diy kit for these. What do you guys think? It really comes down to is it worth my time to make them and how much detail do I put into a diy kit. Would people want it really detailed for more money or would they want a down and dirty version for less? Details could always be added by the end user. I dont know, I am just writing my thoughts. Opinions on the subject would be great.
I think I will continue to build the front with most of the same materials but add alot more detail. Some small pieces from the front I think I will sculpt/build and cast seperatly and add them to it, like the intake looking parts (front), long bullet looking part(near bottom) and some of the center strip details. The main handle / body I will make with the idea of casting it in one piece and adding other details. I think I can still light the sides with a little creative drilling and dremeling of the cast piece. I think it needs the lighting for the full effect. This time the trigger will turn the lights on and off. Last time I didnt get the switch I needed to do it so this time I will for sure. The trigger last time was spring loaded so you could pull it but that was all.
If I mold and cast the handle/main body what material would you recommend? It needs to be able to stand up to the blades and front part being attached to it. I have done some small resin and plaster molds /castings before but nothing like this. I will really need to search and read all the posts on casting / molding before I try it. If you have a direct link to the best post on the subject slap them on here for me. I still have alot of work to do before I am ready for that anyway.
The guy that bought the first one should be receiving it any day now. It was hard getting rid of it but that HD-DVD player I wanted was calling my name, plus I cant build HD-DVD players.
I must go build now...
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