72 replies to this topic

[coastercrazy10]

Alright, i've seen a lot of tutorial requests and i might as well try and fill some. I've seen a corkscrew request, and that i can do. I'll make a corkscrew (hopefully tonight), and try to get some pics for a tutorial.

Now, you can request a tutorial, but when you do, make sure it's DOABLE, meaning i'm not making a 7 foot cobra roll or something. Also, specify the track type (inverted, regular) so i don't give you the wrong type.

AND DON'T FLOOD ME WITH REQUESTS LIKE MY SIG SHOP. Thanks.

-CC10

[Coaster55]

There aren't many inclined loops around here, do you think you could try that? For the size, not too big, probably 3 greys or less.

Edit: Just realized this is my 200th post!

[coastercrazy10]

alright, i'll give it a shot. I'm working on the corkscrew...it looks pretty good, but it's kinda short for it's width. It could almost go for a stand-up heartline.

-CC10

[moosey124]

Could you please post a tut on a 0g roll please? I'd like it for regualr tracking. Thanks alot!!

[coastercrazy10]

Corkscrew Tutorial

Alright, there are a lot of pictures, so bear with me. The descriptions are at the TOP of the pictures.

Start with this as a base:

Close up on the connectors. These are symmetrical on both sides. IT IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY THAT THEY ARE IN THIS ORIENTATION!

Construct these pieces:

Attach them to the base like so(both sides are symmetrical)(phase 1):

Attach them to the base like so(both sides are symmetrical)(phase 2):

Build these three pieces twice:

Closeup of one of the pieces:

Closeup of another piece:

Connect these two pieces(for both sets of pieces):

Now connect the other piece like so(for both sets of pieces):

Attach them to the base(they each attach the same way):

Here's a closer shot of how to attach them:

Here's the next chunk you'll want to build(don't forget the 45* connectors!):

MAKE SURE THE CONNECTORS HERE ARE IN THIS EXACT ORIENTATION!

MAKE SURE THE CONNECTORS HERE ARE IN THIS EXACT ORIENTATION!

You'll need 12 green rods and 2 granite rods.

Attach two green rods and the granite rods to the current piece as shown here:

Now attach 4 green rods in the center like this:

Attach the rest of the rods shown here(do for both sides):

This is what the final piece looks like before adding it to the base:

Here's a picture of the new piece next to the base in the correct orientation:

Attach these pieces first on both sides:

After snapping everything else into place, you'll get this:

Make these two pieces. They are support pieces:

Attach them like so(same for both sides):

Make two of these(PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE WAYS THE 3-D CONNECTORS ARE FACING!):

Attach two green rods to both shown here:

Build this piece. This is the top connector:

Orient the pieces like this:

Attach them with the other piece:

Detail on how to attach the new piece to the rest of the structure.

Here's what the finished support structure looks like

Start by attaching two cross ties here:

Next, attach crossties in these two places(NOTE THE CONFIGURATION OF THE CONNECTORS!!)(same for both sides):

Attach a cross tie here for both sides:

Add flexis like this. IT MUST BE EXACTLY LIKE THIS IN ORDER FOR THE SUPPORTS TO WORK CORRECTLY! MAKE THE BROWN CONNECTORS ON THE FLEXIS AS CLOSE TO THE MIDDLE AS YOU CAN MAKE THEM!!

Attach the inside flexi rods(detail)(do for both sides)

Lower detail of the inside flexi rod attaching:

How the corkscrew looks with the inside flexis attached to the cross ties:

Add the rest of the cross ties. There are 4 cross ties per flexi rod:

Slip in a flexi rod into these four cross ties. This will provide extra stability:

How the cork looks with all of the cross ties on:

Make these pieces:

Attach them like so for both sides:

Snap the flexis on the rest of the cross ties and you get this:

Overview of the cork and track without tubing.

Here's what you get with tubing on:

Another angle:

Another angle:

Another angle:


Post any comments, questions, or concerns.

-CC10

[Chubs33]

beautiful... just an awesome ass corkscrew.

[pkiknex25]

Damn that is one nice corkscrew! Great job with the tutorial.

[DJMK]

A very intricate and sturdy design. Looks Awesome for.

[Maverix]

so much to follow it hurts my small brain! This is really nice although it looks like it eats alot of pieces.

[coastercrazy10]

A lot of of the pieces in the 2nd step dont have to be there, and you can probably do some replacing with grey rods or whatever.

-CC10

[the_burrito_master]

"very good very good" in a yoda voice.

I've got a request the next roller coaster I'm gonna build is top thrill dragster and I have a hard time making a vertical heart line (if thats what you call it never studied roller coaster lingo) if you would post that id be most pleased.

remember that you don't have to.

[Britfag]

Niiiiiiice
this really does look good,
I have been attempting (lots) on a Stengle (spelling?) dive,
any help?

[RCT2123]

Gorgeous corkscrew you got there, and very specific with the steps. Nice to see you doing something k'nex oriented...

-Rct2123:cool:

[moosey124]

Awsome tut!Complex, but amazing. I'm going to build one tomorow. Thanks CC10!! And can you please build a 0g roll tut? Thankyou.

[moosey124]

I finally got a chance to build it and it works well. It's very smoothe.Great job CC10!!!

[coastercrazy10]

Thank you! I'm gonna go ahead and build the inclined loop tonight and hopefully get a tutorial going. I don't think it'll be up tonight but probably this weekend.

-CC10

[moosey124]

Heyy CC10, whats a inclined loop??? And you're welcome!

[CS Aljabr]

An inclined loop is a loop in a slanted way. Like the one on Minebuster.
I love the Corkscrew CC10. I will definatley use it for my next coaster.

[coastercrazy10]

The inclined loop is giving me a lot of trouble. I have the loop alright, but i don't know if i want to make it 45 degrees or about a 25 degree slant, or somewhere in the middle. Does anyone know what angle mantis' inclined loop is at? or any other for that matter?

-CC10

[KrakenGuy]

The inclined loop is giving me a lot of trouble. I have the loop alright, but i don't know if i want to make it 45 degrees or about a 25 degree slant, or somewhere in the middle. Does anyone know what angle mantis' inclined loop is at? or any other for that matter?

-CC10

Looks to me like its more than 45*.