X-Pod container question

[CP5670]

Does anyone know what's on the inside of the transparent X-pod container pieces? I'm trying to figure out if you can attach bricks there in the usual way. I know there are studs on the outside, but I can't tell from the pictures if they also have stud receptacles on the inside (like the bottom of a normal plate or brick) or if it's just a flat surface in there.

I'm going to buy a few of these containers off Bricklink for my current MOC project, but want to make sure they will work for what I am trying to do.

[Skull-Mark_Ladybug]

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Edited May 17, 2025 by Skull-Mark_Ladybug

[CP5670]

Thanks. I think I can still manage, but it will be somewhat harder. That hole in the middle will make everything work since I can attach stuff to an axle going through it and anchor it on the other side.

Also, is the open end of the container flat on the top? (so it should be flush against a flat surface like a wall of bricks) It looks that way in the Peeron picture, but I'm not entirely sure.

Edited April 26, 2008 by CP5670

[Skull-Mark_Ladybug]

Thanks. I think I can still manage, but it will be somewhat harder. That hole in the middle will make everything work since I can attach stuff to an axle going through it and anchor it on the other side.

Also, is the open end of the container flat on the top? (so it should be flush against a flat surface like a wall of bricks) It looks that way in the Peeron picture, but I'm not entirely sure.

Yes the open end of the container is flat, also I look forward to your project .

[snefroe]

Thanks. I think I can still manage, but it will be somewhat harder. That hole in the middle will make everything work since I can attach stuff to an axle going through it and anchor it on the other side.

Also, is the open end of the container flat on the top? (so it should be flush against a flat surface like a wall of bricks) It looks that way in the Peeron picture, but I'm not entirely sure.

yeah, the axl is the only way out. the problem i had when i created my pods, is that there's not much room inside to create a real solid structure but if you don't ave to fit in a minifig or so inside, i guess you've got room enough...

[CP5670]

I'm actually planning to use these as parts of thrusters, so I only need room inside for greebles and other random stuff.

If anyone's interested, here is what I'm trying to do:

(this is a very generic concept model, just to help me keep track of the overall shape and dimensions while I build the thing)

[Skull-Mark_Ladybug]

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Edited May 17, 2025 by Skull-Mark_Ladybug

[snefroe]

ah! well in that case, it's no trouble at all! the only problem you may have is the fact that the wheel may be revolving around the axl.

[CP5670]

So this is what you needed the X-pods for? That is an impressive project, looks like it might take a while to build. Will you be makng a WIP thread anytime soon to show us your progress . I hope I was of some help with your X-pod questions.

I've been working on it since last summer. It's only half finished at the moment but should be complete in time for the Brickfair event in August. I was going to put up some pictures in the sticky WIP thread but will be getting a new camera soon and thought I would just wait until then.

It's obviously a space model but has some Technic-type construction as well, with various pneumatic and geared functions along with some lights. The main challenge will be figuring out a way to hold the entire thing up once it's finished.

ah! well in that case, it's no trouble at all! the only problem you may have is the fact that the wheel may be revolving around the axl.

The wheels can connect to a round 2x2 brick, so I can just make the same axle go through that as well to keep it steady.

[yellost]

It's obviously a space model but has some Technic-type construction as well, with various pneumatic and geared functions along with some lights. The main challenge will be figuring out a way to hold the entire thing up once it's finished.

Looks and sounds promissing. I look forward to it.

not sure about the swoosh factor, though