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[wyomingman]

Hello,
Here is a new VV coaster that I am making

it is small and I am using most of my pieces for my science fair project so I don't have a lot to work with; that's why I have a vertical lift.

I currently have a half-loop-thingy (for lack of better terminology) and I plan on making this one of my first almost all tube coasters!

Any input is appreciated!

some pics:







Thanks!
wyomingman (noah smith)

[KBP2000]

Looks good What's next?

[ZachCreate]

The "half loop thingy" would probably be a immelman. I like the name. Energize...

Edit: It looks great!

[crazyracer]

I think it looks really good.Also can u please make pictures and a long video explaining how u get the spine to bend thanks , just could never figure it out.Even your youtube one did`t show how you get it to bend nicely like the vv track can.

[wyomingman]

Looks good What's next?

Thanks
I was thinking of a second half loop to bring it closer to the start and then a loop/tilted-loop-thingy and then a corkscrew to bring it back. Might not have enough pieces though

[wyomingman]

The "half loop thingy" would probably be a immelman.

ohhhhhh.... THAT'S what it is... Thanks for clarification - I have no knowledge of any of the names of elements except for a loop, corkscrew, and cobra roll lol

[wyomingman]

I think it looks really good.Also can u please make pictures and a long video explaining how u get the spine to bend thanks , just could never figure it out.Even your youtube one did`t show how you get it to bend nicely like the vv track can.

Thanks I might post an updated version of my tutorial soon

[Turtle Man 24]

Actually what you have there is a sidewinder, not an immelmann. the shaping seems to be pretty good, from what I can see.

[wyomingman]

Update:


any tips appreciated

[wyomingman]

oops sorry wrong video

[wyomingman]

Ok here is a REAL update: (sorry for all the mistake posts)

[Batwing]

Nice work
Good pacing and shaping, but if I was you I would sharpen the curve connecting the immelman to the inclined loop, since it makes it appear a little like a cobra roll. You could use the immelman tube support too. It'll also make your life a little easier in conserving energy!

What's next?

[-=Zach=-]

^ haha I thought it was a cobra roll at first

Very nice. There is no shaking, and the shaping is smooth. You still have a lot of height left, hope you can use it well!

[Turtle Man 24]

Hmmmm. A sidewinder an an overbank. Interesting. Shaping seems to be pretty good. I also thought it was a cobra roll at first too, when I saw the first picture, haha.

[CW5X]

That makes 4 for the cobra roll. I have to agree this looks very nice. I think few highly banked turns for a very twisty layout. Maybe even a corkscrew just to spice it up a bit. You could have a good end product here.

[Cobra Roller]

I like the idea of the sidewinder with the overbank. However, knowing VV's speed loss, you'll have to ensure you have weighted your cars and have the track well supported. I would love to see interlocking corkscrews!

[crazyracer]

I also like the idea and flow of where this coaster is going also how do u make the spine bend with out the pieces bend?

[wyomingman]

Ok now another update. Thanks for all the feedback guys!!
Now there's a corkscrew/barrel roll. It will [hopefully] do another side loop turn thingy then come under the barrel roll and go into a station.

[wyomingman]

I also like the idea and flow of where this coaster is going also how do u make the spine bend with out the pieces bend?

Thanks .
I basically just use force to bend it. Yes, everything bends including the connectors. It sometimes is VERY hard to shape elements like corkscrews.

[wyomingman]

Update time! (FINALLY!!!)
Sorry I haven't been posting much... Been sooooo busy.

Here is a new update along with pics. I hope you like it!