Vector - B&M mini hyper -Complete!

So as a side project i started this little mini hyper, but I'm having some major issues with shaping and such. Also i have no idea what to do for the ending, but i wanted something along the lines of a twister section (maybe like the end of mantis, minus the cork of course. Im absolutely in love with my turn around and the shaping of it, so please don't ask me to change that. Feel free to help me out as far as shaping goes on any other areas though. Here's some pics for ya.



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Now as i said, I would love some constructive criticism as far as shaping goes. Obviously i'm no expert with B&M shaping (or any shaping for that matter haha.) Please feel free to help me out and also pitch out a few ideas for the end of the ride? it needs a killer ending. anyone who wants to test may send me a PM with an email attached.

Latest update on this thing, the layout is now finished and i'm satisfied with it. The end is nothing like a normal b&m hyper. its very twisty and fast paced. here are some pics. It has gone through several color changes before finally sticking with this one. Also, terraforming has been done and a tropical theme has been chosen.



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I really need some people to test this thing. Not sure why, the layout isn't gonna change now. But i'd still like testers so please let me know.

[gouldy]

Nooooooo! You broke the colours!!!

back to red then?

[TheArchitect]

yeah dude red looks killer, better than the Kraken style!

WHAT ABOUT THE YELLOW SUPPORTS? - omfg capslock... i'm gonna leave that there because its hilarious... hahahaha

Agreed red looked way nicer. I like your turnaround a lot too, pretty original.

i'm really thinking of doing the tilted diamondback style supports for the lift. but i'm not so sure. here's a pic.



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Supports are coming along at a moderately fast pace this time, here's some pix. Please tell me if my supports look ok because i really want them to be realistic to b&m's style!



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Looks pretty sweet! I'm so glad you turned it back to red. I am also liking the "uncolored" rails. Makes it look like a older B&M. I also like how the yellow supports are not too prominent and kinda off white. Looks nice!

I still need at least one or two testers, and someone who has experience with b&m supports to tell me if i'm doing them half way decently. any volunteers?

[TheArchitect]

sure man i'll give it a run, judging by the pics your supports look off already so I want a closer look.

highlifethrills [at] live.com

sent! please let me know what i can do to fix the supports

[TheArchitect]

Tested! Check your mail!

In your analysis you said use straight tubes with no side bracing in some areas. Could you be more specific as to where these should be?

[TheArchitect]

you can use them on hills and on little or non banked areas; like where you track goes over the top of the brake, have one or two there.

ahh ok i see what you're saying. the Email helped a lot. would it be ok to make the necessary improvements and then resend it to you for your approval?

[TheArchitect]

yeah dude no sweat!

I've made corrections in most of the areas that you've instructed, but not all. I sent you an email with the attachment, hopefully i'm doing it right this time.

Ok, this ride is finished and i'm planning on posting it within the hour!!! Please everyone who downloads remember to rate or comment! and most importantly, enjoy!

Its posted, start downloading and let me know what you think! every detail and every bit of criticism helps!

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