pghfett
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Perhaps it should not so much be a search for a helicopter part but more of a "rock pod" search.
Here are some pic I found.
this image has potential, Although not accurate it can certainly set the stage for the concept of the rocket.
Art perhaps the "red rubber" we are looking for is a urethane or latex based rubber. These rubbers can be successfully painted with specialized paints but are not completely resistant to chipping. Perhaps the red tint was used to let the painters know not to go crazy with an uber accurate paint job as it signified it was a "stunt" piece perhaps.
The machined part does make alot of sense. A New Hope was way under budget and everything was kit bashed. ESB and ROTJ was not after breaking records, they had alot more cash to afford a machined rocket. Perhaps some of the earlier versions of the costume can give clues as well.
Very interesting points on both sides.
Here are some pic I found.
this image has potential, Although not accurate it can certainly set the stage for the concept of the rocket.
Art perhaps the "red rubber" we are looking for is a urethane or latex based rubber. These rubbers can be successfully painted with specialized paints but are not completely resistant to chipping. Perhaps the red tint was used to let the painters know not to go crazy with an uber accurate paint job as it signified it was a "stunt" piece perhaps.
The machined part does make alot of sense. A New Hope was way under budget and everything was kit bashed. ESB and ROTJ was not after breaking records, they had alot more cash to afford a machined rocket. Perhaps some of the earlier versions of the costume can give clues as well.
Very interesting points on both sides.
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