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Re: Zok Death Sloop Redux
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lugnet.space
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Date:
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Tue, 19 Dec 2000 03:31:08 GMT
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In lugnet.space, Peter Guenther writes:
> Here's the new & improved Zok Death Sloop:
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> www.gunth.com/lego/space.htm
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> In case my web host flakes out again, you can also see images at Brickshelf,
> but without commentary of course.
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> http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=2387
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> Fittingly, the ZDS is right next to a Spiffcraft in Brickshelf's Recent
> listing. =)
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> Changes:
> -Used the Naboo Fighter cockpits instead of the angular ones, as Nick Fezie
> suggested. This allowed be to split the nose piece in half and angle it as
> well. This was indeed an "interesting design challenge." As a result, the
> entire top half of the nose flips forward for the cockpit to open, instead
> of each windscreen opening independently.
Great job implementing this! It worked out perfectly.
> -Use castle quarter-octagons for the scoops instead of plates connected by
> hinges. This makes for a smoother appearance and a sturdier crafter, not to
> mention cooler engines in the rear.
> -The changes allowed me to put a control center behind the cockpit and make
> the top a little more interesting.
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> Check it out and LMKWYT! Also take a gander at my minifig icon on
> Brickshelf--the Doc head isn't a bad likeness for me.
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> Peter
I really like that interior control center. It helps to make it feel like a
working ship. I don't think any more revisions need to be made, it's perfect.
-Nick
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