SpaceX Falcon 9 Commemorative First Landing Model 1:60ish

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Hey everyone, I've created a model to commemorate the first landing of the SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket. I wanted something that would showcase this incredible and motivating event. As always, if you decide to make one of these models and have questions, please ask. Most of the time spent on making this was so others could recreate it and share in the inspiration and education. Over the next few weeks, I'll do my best to organize and clarify things, but don't wait for it to be perfect to start building yours. I'll respond quickly to your questions. You'll learn the most by messing up and problem-solving. The struggle has always been the source of my learning. I don't want people to get discouraged, but if you're uncomfortable, it means you're growing! Just dive in and make mistakes! My general philosophy is that people who want to become good at something usually just make enough mistakes to eventually have made all the mistakes. This project is far from perfect, so please show off your work! I love seeing it. I'm passionate about this stuff, so it's never a bother to hear from others working on creating. The files aren't as organized as I'd like, but everything I printed should be here. I suggest testing the PVC interface parts first with your selected PVC size to figure out a scaling factor for your print, as your material and printer will likely need some tweaking, and the parts that interface with the PVC should set the scale for everything else. I've attempted to upload the instructions I have so far, but please let me know where you're having trouble so I can improve and complete the instructions to make this as easy as possible for anyone to undertake. As a side note, I made an extra model to give to Mr. Musk as a thank-you for providing me with so much inspiration. I'd love to find a way to get it to him. I don't even need to meet him; I just want him to have it and do what he pleases with it. If you know how I can make this happen, please let me know – it would mean the world to me to get one of these models to him.