Experimental Chaingun for Rotorstorm (with retractable blades)

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Here's our experimental attempt at modelling something with retractable element in a print-in-place fashion. So let's arm Rotorstorm with a Chaingun featuring a retractable blade! From the mode with the blades retracted, a simple downwards push of the button on the side will make the chainsaw blades pop out on the bottom for additional carnage! Designed with a separate handle piece and two 5mm ports into which it can be placed, there are multiple ways to attach Rotorstorm's existing blasters, or by moving the handle around allows for the entire piece to be mounted anywhere there is a convenient 5mm port. Swapping over to alt mode, twin mounting these guys really make for an imposing gunship mode for Rotorstorm (pardon the other unpainted version, didn't really come around to it yet : P ) And of course, these would fit any other bot also, so have fun mixing and matching this for others in your collection too! === ASSEMBLY === There are just two parts of this build - the body piece and the handle. And the key thing to note is for the printing of the body itself. Do note that the body would need to be printed upside down without supports being printed, as these will get in the way of the mechanism. Next, after getting the pieces 3d printed, there may be a need to carefully use a thin hobby blade or similarly sized piece to slide in between the gaps to separate them. After sliding it in place, giving a slight twist should "free" the parts. The same approach can be repeated from the underside, to ensure that the inner piece has been fully released. Do take care not to accidentally snap the really little blade tips. Once the above has been done, you can try to push the inner part down using your fingers, or another tool to push it down. === Admittedly, this can be quite a challenging print to get out nicely, so hopefully it doesn't get too frustrating for anyone! As always, happy 3d printing! =) === This model is not to be uploaded or sold in any form and is intended for personal use only. Check out more of what we are up to over at our Facebook Page (http://www.facebook.com/FunbieStudios) or website (http://www.FunbieStudios.com/) Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/FunbieStudios | Full listing of Models - https://funbiestudios.com/model-catalog