Rebuild the searchlight. It needs a little more space to accommodate a standard LED.
I put the LEDs in brass tubes. This mostly stops light scattering through the plastic. I suggest that getting a pipe cutter (maybe from a plumbing supplier) is best for cutting brass pipe. The bevelled ends on the headlights are a bit trickier. I drilled out a scrap of wood so that the pipe fit in the hole. Then used a hacksaw. The wood stops the pipe collapsing as you saw it. There is still a fair amount of clean up required with needle files afterwards.
I used the whole interior of the Rhino as a battery and switch compartment. The back door and top hatch are magnetised for access.
The paint on this model came out insufficiently metallic for Iron Knights.
The searchlight gives a high angle, which casts decent shadows.
That is mega ! All your own work ?
ReplyDeleteHi Zzzzzz, glad you like it. I raided the back catalogue for my first post. I did this a few years ago.
ReplyDeleteIt would be cool to play a whole night fight scenario in the dark with actual lit models and LOS light rules!!!! I also picture many a lost dice and stubbed toes...
ReplyDeleteMixing up your lighting conditions can really add to a game. I've not played in the dark, but have played the odd game with directional lighting which has really given a sense of atmosphere to games.
DeleteI am working on a fort with lights in. Have to try it when it's finished.
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