Skylab

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I have always been frustrated by the fact that no major model company has ever produced a decent model of Skylab. 3D printing has allowed me to solve that problem! My interpretation of the Skylab orbital space station matches the 1:72 scale of other Apollo spacecraft models available from Dragon Models, allowing me to finally have everything at the same scale for the first time in my life! This is more complex than my other uplinks, but if you've ever wanted a good-sized, nicely detailed model of Skylab, I think you might like this one. I certainly hope so anyway! The parts for the model are divided into three subassemblies, and I suggest building one at a time before connecting the three together. I have also included parts that allow you to build it as designed (with both solar panels intact), or as flown (one solar panel missing). A decal sheet is included for detailing the solar panels. The truss supporting the solar science section (subassembly 3) is the hardest part to assemble, so I've included several files that show how they go together. I suggest building each section of the overall truss independently before gluing them all together. Keep in mind that the pentagon truss part (Skylab Part 2-01) is used only to help align and assemble the first truss section, and will need to be cut off once the entire truss has been built. The truss will not fit over the cylinder until this part is cut away! Extras are included for detailing subassembly 1. Unfortunately, I couldn't find a direct reference to where they actually belong, so you'll have to refer to online pictures and decide where you want them for yourself. Yes, the real truss was built of round pipes, but the flatter pieces here are much easier to create and work with. Overall, it was a fun build for me, despite taking so long to get right. It scratched an itch I've had for a very long time! Enjoy!