Cougar Update

I got an e-mail from the caster...BamBam Productions.

...the kit is cooler in person then in the pictures. This should do really well.The guys did the boxing of the parts and clay fitting and should lay rubber today. Then by Monday the second sides of the parts so after the curing, it is pouring time. We will take some pics ASAP as the parts come out .

Thanks for all your patience, pre-orders!

Thor

So, I am thinking the Thor is about done.  The only thing left to handle that is a pain is another cast of the upper leg.  For some reason, the resin did not set properly on this one and now the paint stays gooey.  You can see it on one pic...the primer is glossy. Here are some pics.

Then, the two new kittens...known around here as Clan Fur Babies...attacked the Thor.

The Thor has been returned to the Mech Bay for repairs.

As for the last post about finding cancer in my duodenum:  I spent Friday at the Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center.  Docs, tests, more docs, more tests.  They have scheduled more diagnostics for next week, then surgery on May 23.  I will be in the hospital for 3-5 days depending on how complicated the procedure gets.  Then, about 4 weeks out of work to recoup. 

Don't be surprised if you see some of my mechs on eBay to help with the doctor bills coming in.

And finally, thanks for all the warm thoughts and e-mails that have come my way.  It is truly appreciated.

Mech reinforcements en route!

The Cougar arrived at the caster safe and sound.  This morning I got an e-mail that they have begun work on the molds.  We could actually have kits in the next couple weeks.

I hope everyone realizes this is not really a money making venture.  If I break even on casting and supplies (or make a little extra), I am more than happy.  What excites me is to be able to bring these kits to you and keep interest in Battletech alive.  I get a thrill out of making them, and I hope you get a similar thrill building and displaying them.

On another note, I will be out of touch next week.  I have been having some health issues of late.  In fact, I have seen more doctors and specialists in the past 4 months than I care to ever have to see.  They finally found what may be the root of the problem...cancer.  A couple weeks ago they cut a couple masses out of my duodenum and they were surprised when the biopsies came back as cancerous.  Next week they are going to resect those areas where the tumors were to make sure all cancerous cells have been removed. Needless to say, I will be out of work and may or may not be able to post updates for you.

More posts as I can.

T

UPDATE 4: Pre-orders Closed

I am currently awaiting payment for the last 4 Cougar pre-orders.  Thanks for all those who graciously opened their wallets to get make this a reality.  I would especially like to thank those that ordered multiples to ensure we hit the 10 commitments I needed. 

The kit is being mailed out to the caster today.  We are using BamBam Productions out of California.  I have worked with them before and they do great things.  They have even managed to pull some good casts out of crappy molds I made.

Here are pics of what is going in the box as we speak.

UPDATE 3: Cougar Pre-Sale, Ready to Cast

SEE BOTTOM OF POST FOR UPDATE
7 kits have been pre-paid.  There are only 3 slots left at the intro price!

I have been in contact with my caster.  The cost for the Cougar is going to be $80 per kit plus shipping. However, I do not have the funds to pay for the molds and casts.  If I can get 10 pre-paid orders, I will get this bad boy cast. If you are one of the 10 paid pre-orders, you willI will pay a discounted price and no shipping. So, $70 and free shipping (in the lower 48) for the first 10 pre-paid orders. Orders from outside the lower 48 will receive a discount on shipping.

Time-line.  I am finishing the kit details right now.  As soon as I get the 10 paid pre-orders, I will send this out to the caster.  We should be able to get kits to you by the end of May.  However, if by May 1 I do not have the 10 paid pre-orders, your money will be refunded to you.  I will do this through PayPal only to protect all parties.

Please e-mail me here if you want to pre-pay for your Cougar or have any questions.

UPDATE:

I think she is ready for the caster.  I have attached some pics for your pleasure.

Update: Thor

Here is a quick update of Project: Thor.  Everything is just loosely stuck together for pics.  I am tinkering with the autocannon for the other arm...still not happy there.  I am digging on the thigh mounted missle racks...

UPDATE: Small Genesis Climber MOSPEADA Legioss Eta Armoasoldier

So, it came in yesterday.  I opened the shipping box...and the kit box was small.  I opened it and the kit itself is...well...small.  Really...small.  It may stand 6" tall when built.  if I had known it would be this small, I would have saved the $50. Pics to come...small pics....

Okay...its not Battletech, but it is still cool as hell!  I have been waiting for these WAVE kits with much anticipation.  I bought mine at Starship Modeler.  More pics when it arrives.