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Post by Tyson on Mar 15, 2013 3:55:42 GMT -8
This has always been my goal in this hobby. To create the lead truck from Maximum Overdrive. I've seen quite a few people try their hand at it, but almost always use a Kenworth or just stick some random Green Goblin figure head or something on the front. No one that I've seen has ever tried making the truck as accurate as possible. That said, I got a bit bored so I bought some plasticine to have a preliminary go at sculpting the head as accurately as possible to get the overall size and dimensions right before I have a go at a more permanent clay version. Last thing I sculpted was a terrible slab in an art class over a decade ago, and with that in mind I think I'm off to an alright start. I don't know how interested people would be, but once I get the thing done I may be able to make a mold and cast a few others so like minded people can build, what I lovingly call, F*** Face.
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Post by slurrydog on Mar 15, 2013 4:20:29 GMT -8
Off to a really nice start. Dave
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Post by Tyson on Mar 15, 2013 6:36:35 GMT -8
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Post by swamp rat on Mar 15, 2013 7:53:53 GMT -8
i think u have it going on their..i'll be watching this..
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Post by trailking120 on Mar 15, 2013 12:20:54 GMT -8
Thats cool
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Post by Tyson on Mar 21, 2013 1:34:38 GMT -8
Worked a bit more on the left side. Want to get the proportions just right before I start working on the other side. Still not satisfied with the length and shape of the lower jaw. I know for a fact it's not right, but I think some of that is due to the aluminum foil underneath. While I'm working I've been contemplating how exactly to cast it up when it's done. I was thinking once I cast it initially I'll sand it smooth and dremel out the inside so it's hollow like the real deal so if someone wants to add lights to the eyes (I will be) they can. I'm thinking on the final product I may cast the ears and tongue (and maybe the teeth) as separate pieces. Also, thinking of maybe offering just the head for people that have a WWS kit and a single piece head/hood for people that just want to use a donor kit if I can manage to pull decent casts.
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Post by 78kw on Mar 21, 2013 9:17:40 GMT -8
It does seem a bit long, but definately some great work. You are really capturing the look, though.
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Post by Muleskinner on Mar 21, 2013 18:07:45 GMT -8
Tyson,
Do you have access to Sculppy Clay? It is made in Los Angeles and is really easy to work with. Once you have your design finished you bake it in the oven at 350 degrees for five minutes to solidify it. When I was doing Civil War earthworks and what not I used it all the time and was very pleased with the results. I'll see if I can find the Company who distributes it and pass it on to you.
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Post by Muleskinner on Mar 21, 2013 18:11:56 GMT -8
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Post by Tyson on Mar 21, 2013 18:20:41 GMT -8
I just got back from town, and that is one of the things I purchased. Wife insisted we get the pink coloured one though.
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Post by Muleskinner on Mar 21, 2013 18:23:36 GMT -8
Its really easy to work with. I hope to see the results. I think you will be happy with it. Once it is cured and fired you can make molds right off of it.
William
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Post by gator on Mar 23, 2013 0:39:36 GMT -8
Tyson, I think you are on the right track with the goblin's head.Seems like a cool project. I can see the truck stop diorama with the goblin rollin on through!
Be Well Gator
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Post by Tyson on Mar 25, 2013 7:38:49 GMT -8
Did a bit more work. Still focused on the left side, so the rest is still pretty rough. Ear and teeth are placeholders. Attacked the nose a bit tonight. I've also marked a couple of places that will be taken out on the jaw. Also threw on a quick bit of colour in photoshop to give a better idea of what it's looking like.
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