Psyence

May 18, 2016

Hi Sparkart - that is the next step. The inside is hollow and in the dark areas on the sides just below the top, there are trans-color plates for light to show through. I figure if I can isolate those areas and put some blue light behind the engines it would top it off.

May 17, 2016

Thank you both - this was a challenge (for me) to get the shape right. Angles like this aren't something I've honed my skills on with LEGO before - this was definitely a learning experience.

May 17, 2016

I built this for my love and interest of the RTS Game Homeworld. Check out my flickr album for comparison shots in-game vs. this model.

Stats: Five months design, two months to source and build, just under 11,000 pieces, 57 inches (L), 15 inches (W)...

Hiigaran Destroyer by Aaron Fiskum, on Flickr

February 26, 2015

Right on cousin!

February 26, 2015

Definitely an awesome build! When I built mine it ended up being cheaper than I expected - even with a modified interior. I wanted it to be a bit sturdier as I seemed to handle this a lot just to get it on its legs before putting the top on.

February 25, 2015

...and we love your MOCs woodnman!

February 25, 2015

Unfortunately HJR-Holland is correct and I agree that the "Update" pages are probably not read often. However, if I were to do this again I'd probably do it differently. Great experience regardless and in the spirit of MOC-ing, the next one I'm working on is Star Trek related, uncertain if I'd send that to "Ideas" though. I'll definitely be posting it here for feedback as this community has been awesome when it comes to the Landspeeder - thank you all!

February 25, 2015

A few more updates: with LEGO further "defining" their "Ideas" rule set on Feb. 13th (after I posted Feb. 2nd about an update I made to the model), I felt the need to adjust my open engine a bit using "uncut" tubing. NOTE: this is a promoted practice by LEGO in step 15 of Architecture set 21003 (Seattle Space Needle). I also added some goodies to appeal to a broader audience (but really more for me). Let me know your thoughts... I'd say this about wraps it up but that might be lying...

Engine:

Lego Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

Goodies:

LEGO Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

February 4, 2015

All,

Thanks for the comments and support, greatly appreciated. Hoping for 10K at this point, not even thinking about the review right now. As Lego told Cavegod and Robianco eluded to, projects that would be "licensed" have a harder time making the review. I guess I can be positive in that at my 1K comment from Lego "green lighted" me to continue growing in support and that there were no known licensing conflicts or issues at this point. Regardless if this makes it or not, I'll still have my UCS Landspeeder. :classic:

February 3, 2015

This is excellent. :classic:

February 2, 2015

As promised, the windscreen and engine updates. Thank you in advance for feedback:

Windscreen Ver. 2:

Lego Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

Engine:

Lego Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

January 27, 2015

NOTE: Thank you to Artizan and TWB for reference pieces:

Windscreen Ver 1 - I like that it almost looks like a solid piece but this would have to be cut from the top toward the back at an angle to be similar to the real deal. This would be a finished product if I decide to use it (but leaning toward a new prototype - Ver II below):

Lego Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

Windscreen Ver 2 (prototype) - let's assume for a moment that all clear slopes are Trans-Black and that there is a full row of 1 x 2 Trans-Black tile on the top of each piece of the shield. I believe I'm going this route as the shape is just about dead on (with the exception of a fine curve toward the back). Remaining pieces are on the way to finish this. Depending on feedback here will determine what my update will be on ideas:

Lego Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

January 25, 2015

Gaut - good call on the SNOT arch - I did toy with this idea a little in LDD and will revisit again - I have much to learn.

January 24, 2015

All thank you for the feedback. I've posted some updates to the project if you're curious. A new windscreen will be coming next week. No doubt the most criticized part of the model - I have two options that I hope the public will like:

Updated Grille Near Vents and Front:

Updated Grille - Side by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

Updated Grille - Front by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

Updated Circuit Panel and Cockpit - enlarged and closer to the windscreen with cockpit reshaping up front to accommodate a new windscreen:

Updated Cockpit and Circuit Panel by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

Minor Update to Open Engine (added tubing/wire - will revisit):

Updated Open Engine by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

January 19, 2015

Artizan - still awaiting new pieces but I did change the very front of the cockpit just a tad (where the three windshields meet the dark red ) for what I'd consider a better look. Once the other windshield options arrive I'll try variations and post for feedback. By the way, just supported your AOE concept - very nice (and followed).

Everyone, thank you for your comments and feedback - much appreciated!

January 16, 2015

JackJonespaw - good call on that piece as it was one of my "tries" while playing with LDD. Unless I "submerge" that windscreen into the body (a difficult task to make look good in trying - I'm not a tremendously experienced "MOC-er"), the angle on the side of the screen (imagine it on the bottom if used horizontally) makes a funny looking sweep back toward the cockpit of the speeder. Great minds think alike though right? :classic:

I will give Artizan's suggestion a try with the 6x6x9s (ordered two today) and we'll see how that works out.

January 15, 2015

Artizan - agreed on the windscreen. I went around on a different few ideas but ultimately when with this as it fit the studs available. It was my plan to use four clear 30649s with some adjustments to the screens themselves but I was afraid of too much "cut and glue". I may still go with this idea, but will order up two of the 6x6x9 and see how they look. Making them stick horizontally will be interesting Thank you for the input!

All - appreciate your feedback on this, thank you!

January 15, 2015

Awesome!

January 15, 2015

Thank you for the comments! The grille took some thought but I think it turned out as good as it could... except... where the grille meets the vent on each side will be updated. Instead of having a grey plates flush with the black plates, I'll have them protrude out just like the rest of the pieces. This will make it look more uniform around the half circle and will have a smooth tile top, no studs.

January 14, 2015

Here is project I've been toying with since November - UCS X34 Landspeeder MOC. There has been a lack of land vehicles in the UCS line-up. I built with LDD initially and after six versions I ended my journey with this - although updates are already brewing. It measures 22.5 inches in length, 15.5 inches in width and 14.5 inches in height with the stand at 2798 pieces. Would love to hear any comments or critiquing on this. I am by no means an experienced MOC builder as this is only my second MOC - the first being a UCS Tie Fighter. I had the best time doing this and I'm looking forward to my next build. Let me know what you think...https://www.flickr.c...57649885427838/If you like this MOC, feel free to "Support" it:https://ideas.lego.c.../91535/comments

Lego Star Wars UCS X34 Landspeeder by aaron.fiskum, on Flickr

January 14, 2015

Love it! I want one :)

January 10, 2015

Excellent, must be fun doing this.

January 10, 2015

Excellent review, and my favorite of the two X-Wing UCS for sure.

January 10, 2015

7657 has my vote.

January 10, 2015

Can't wait to build this one... anxious! Have it, finishing up a MOC before moving on.

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