I grew up watching Battlestar Galactica. My Kindergarten Teacher broke my heart when she told me i could no longer where the replica outfit my mom made me to school every day anymore, and that I could not sign my work papers as 'Boxey'. At home I had a cardboard box from a refrigerator that I cut a cockpit out of and put appliances from my house into to pretend they were gauges. I flew so many adventure in that Viper. I still dream about it sometimes many decades later. I still love Battlestar Galactica just as much today, but my imagination cannot take me on adventures like my 6 year old mind could do. I swear if I could build what you have in my yard, I would sit in it and stare up at the stars in the black night sky and be able to fly adventures with Blue Squadron once again. I envy you, and am so amazed and proud of what you have built. You are making a dream into reality. Thank you for doing this build and sharing it.

I became a pilot because that was as close to flying a viper as I could get. This is truly incredible! You realize you're going to have to build the Cylon ship next right?

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I can certainly understand how you were motivated to become a pilot - good on you for achieving your goals! I was never a huge fan of the Cylon ships, but I did like the Buck Roger's Starfighter a lot...😉

@jeffstrawn3073

Жыл бұрын

I'd like one so it be altered to be a genuine UFO for Scare Tactics

@jeffstrawn3073

Жыл бұрын

prank my UFOs don't exist believing kid sister with such a heart attack

@ianh9696

Жыл бұрын

I want to see this guy build the Galactica 🤣🤣

@rickcastellon9090

Жыл бұрын

Me too. I'm a pilot for a US legacy airline. BSG and Star Wars was it for me.

Don't know why this randomly popped up into my feed, but I am so glad it did! I know the old viper is not anywhere near the current year relevance, but she is a beauty! Your hardwork, dedication, and attention to detail on this project is nothing short of awe inspiring and mind blowing.

I've seen other Viper projects but none that use actual aerospace build techniques - they're usually plywood and fibreglass affiars. It's as near as dammit an actual airframe you've built and it's the most impressive thing i've seen in a while. This build deserves more videos and you deserve more subscribers.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. WW2 warbirds were my first inspiration as a kid. Go hard, or go home 😁

@fubkenste1n

Жыл бұрын

@@projectcolonialviper2094 I'm an assistant curator in an aviation museum. I'd love to put this on display next to our Harrier!

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

@@fubkenste1n wow! that is high praise indeed! I'd love nothing more than for the Viper to be displayed at an aviation museum - even if it is a fictional aircraft. She'd look nice sitting next to a Harrier 😎😎

@fubkenste1n

Жыл бұрын

@@projectcolonialviper2094 Once she's done give me a shout! You could always loan her out for a while ;)

This is unreal! Your skill and drive is beyond belief! Bravo!!

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

I knew a kid in Rome, Ga, in 1977, that built the bridge from Star Trek in his basement. This is something he would do too. Skill is one thing, but the dedication to stick to it is on another level.

Why has KZread only just shown me this! it's fantastic. So much planning and hard work, well done don't stop 🙂

"Core systems transferring control to Probe Craft. Launch when ready!"

Just come across this 3 months later and I'm amazed, the level of expertise and dedication is just brilliant. Always loved Battlestar Galactica especially the Vipers. Looking forward to seeing your progress later in the year.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, much appreciated!

You must Be so proud of yourself and all people who have helped you in any way they have contributed in the making of this Iconic Masterpiece!!!

@projectcolonialviper2094

7 ай бұрын

Thanks, yes it will be good to get her finished. A solo effort up to this point, but plenty willing to lend a hand.

Imagine opening a garage in 100 and seeing this beauty ! Excellent work , we’re ALL jealous. Congratulations….

@stevelachowicz7989

Жыл бұрын

100 years !

Omg, I just found this Chanel. I'm so excited. The most beautiful fighter ever. I was crushed when Battlestar Galactica was over. I was young. Oh, the memories. Cylons still scare me...

My mind is blown. The project's scope and your craftsmanship and ingenuity are incredible. Bravo! Thank you!

Some folks ask the question, “what if we built this?” and then think nothing more. You thought “why not build it for real?” and this labour of love is the answer. Fantastic work - I hope you really enjoy the end result!

The Galactica would be proud to have your Viper as part of her Air Wing. Thanks for all your time and effort. The Cylons need to be very worried now. “So Say We All”. JR.

Once again, the Gods of KZread brought me here to salute one dedicated fellow. I salute you Good Sir.

That's so amazing!! This was my favorite show as a kid and I drew so many Vipers on my school book it was crazy. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!!!!!!!

one of my all-time faves growing up and then to see the remake with Olmos was the best time to be alive lol. man what a series and to see it finished made me sad. I wish they could have made more. btw i worked in sheetmetal for years and i can feel those cuts with every pic hahaha

This is awesome. I wanted my dad to build this for me when I was a kid in the 80's watching the reruns... it didn't happen.

My other favorite sci-fi fighter was the Buck Rogers star fighter it just looked so sleek! Love that you are using a monocoque structure.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

I agree, the Buck Rogers star fighter is a gorgeous design!

@Designer_TopG

Жыл бұрын

Make an X wing. Star wars

@JoseyWales44s

Ай бұрын

Which was a rejected concept design for a Viper that was recycled for Buck Rogers.

Just one word….WOW! This is because of the love of the show. Saw ur comment about the Buck Rogers fighter. I’d love to see that. I liked them both .

Awesome project and execution. Props for going that extra distance and making the frame from aluminium, instead of wood. I've always love that spacecraft, something so plausible/realistic about how it looks...

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I do like a challenge - aluminium was my ultimate material choice, although it blew out the build time considerably...

@Swanlord05

Жыл бұрын

I would have done sheet steel and overlaid it with aluminum for superior strength

@Simonize41

Жыл бұрын

@@Swanlord05 Never mind ‘I would’… can’t wait to see your “better” engineering efforts.

@Swanlord05

Жыл бұрын

@Simonize41 ......I have made a better model its ....just waaaay smaller

The fact the bulkheads have lightning holes says something about the seriousness of this project. That and the size of the thing. Audacious! Love it!!

No rudder? Hmmm, how does she steer? Joking!😉 Sir, this is wonderful, truly wonderful! The skill here is, well, crazy. I wish it was possible that you could fly her. Wow! I was a lucky 10 year old British boy who got to see this fantastic movie at the cinema, and I loved it. It was different to Star Wars and rightly so, but the connection between Han Solo and Lieutenant Starbuck… well every space opera needs that loveable rogue. Thanks again. Just incredible!

Everyone has thought of building an X-wing, Millenium Falcon, Knight Rider, General Lee… but nobody thinks to makes one of these. Too funny (and awesome). Thanks for sharing the video.

Oh... My... God... You build the Viper I dreamed and only tried in 1:32 😳 I have to thank you man for your passion. I'm from germany, made in 1978, so... Battlestar Galactica was my childhood 🤗. Thanx man.... Really! Thank you!

I'm 43 but seeing this makes me want to hop inside and play! 👍👍

I almost declared war on the white house when the original broadcast of Battle Star program was interupted by Jimmy Carter and his middle east peace talk fiction show came on in the middle of the showing. Glad to see someone still remembers this. Nice job. Now build one that really flys and it would be worth waiting for.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Luckily in Australia we didn't get the broadcast interruption 😊

Why does this video only have 21K in views??? A build that literally mirrors real life light aircraft manufacturing.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

I just figured it had only been up for a few months

I’ve been keeping an eye on this….just outstanding work. It’s so nice to see the interior matched up to the exterior. Congratulations and can’t wait to see it complete!

Battlestar Galactica! This was my youth! The first kiss with a girl, the first beer and all the first this we did! Wonderful time! This Viper is absolutely amazing! 👍😎🇦🇹

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I think that's probably why the popularity of the show has endured - it brings back great memories of that time in people's lives

I watched the Series as a Kid and love how you get a Part of this to Reality!

This is something that nobody actually needs but doggone it everybody wants

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

I might have to borrow that 😎

I love this build, you done a great job. Just imagine this Viper being space worthy 😊. Noticed you were at 999 subscribers, so I’m proud to be your 1000th.

Impressive work. Can't even imagine what he has in it as far as cost. But it looks amazing for sure... Thumbs Up!

O M G!, I didn't know this was a thing! The Viper is the best looking ship in all scifi, I often dreamed of making one out of just plywood, It would not have looked like this, You did an absolutely incredible job.

You my good Sir are a steely eyed missile man! This is fracking awesome and I wish you all the best for completing it and getting to live the Con-tour dream.

She’s beautiful beyond words! Outstanding!!

Everyone needs a hobby. Your hobby is awesome. Can't wait to see her finished

I can't wait to see this finished....Thank you for bringing this to real life

This is one of the coolest things I've ever seen. Totally jelly.

Hola, excelente una serie de tv que marco una etapa de mi niñez,te felicito por el trabajo logrado y tener ésta nave en tu garage te falta las motos !!!! Gracias Jorge Rostagnol. Desde Colonia Uruguay.

People have classic cars in their garages, this person has a freaking Viper! This has got to be the coolest garage build yet! Next project, make the outside of your garage look like a flight pod.

Watching this is like watching a reconstruction of a WW2 Aircraft. Serious kudos to you for the time, effort, money and skill you have put into this. It is probably better built than the original stage prop used on the set of the original movie and tv series.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for noticing. That was my goal from the outset - I loved WW2 Spitfires, Corsairs and Mustangs as a kid in the mid 70's

Thanks for the "slide show" video! Its so exciting to see it all coming together. I look forward to future videos!

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Your patience is uncanny. Here's a man who goes all in and completes what he started. What a build. thanks for sharing

I love an artist that isn't afraid to dream big !

You could put a power wheelchair drive unit under it and use it in parades too. This is SO cool. Congratulations on your build.

Very impressive. I knew Richard Hatch for a short time before he passed and he would've LOVED this so much. Can't wait to see it finished. A Cylon ship is next? :)

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes very sad that Richard passed. I had hoped he might get to see it someday

one mans obsession, is coolness to the world.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

thanks for watching

Awesome build looking forward to seeing it finished, respect.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! All being well, hoping to have most of the build completed by the end of 2023

That was an awesome compilation Baz! You are truly a giant among prop builders, can't wait to see her finished!

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Not Baz's build, but appreciate your feedback. We're hoping to get the two Vipers together at some point

Spectacular. Thank you for sharing this epic build.

What a master builder. Viper is my favorite

That steering/control yoke tho….👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

I was happy the way that turned out 👍

Brings back some serious memories.. outstanding sir.

this is FANtastic...geek on my friend

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

thx mate!

Ahh Pipe dreams if only we all could afford them.!!🥰

Lee Adama prove this! Seriously.... Amazing work!

What a great build!!! Congratulations!

one of my all time favourite ships. well done!

Looking forward to your progress. Looks awesome!

Okay so now that you sparked everyone's curiosity, it's time for an aviation company to build a working replica, if at least to fly in atmosphere!

Very cool. Looking forward to seeing it complete.

Just wow. Great work, fun topic and exceptional result. Really impressed and congrats on all your hard work and dedication

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

Absolutely love watching these build projects. I just can't ever imagine an existence though where I would have the spare time to do a project like this 😊

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Small pieces at a time over a lot of years, and only when I'm feeling motivated

Beautiful job! It brings a smile to my face. The first time I saw the Colonial Viper on Battlestar Galactica back in '78, I fell in love with the design along with the Cylon Raider! 👍🏼🇨🇦 The ship designs back then seemed more believable as real space ferrying vehicles. It also helped that that the designers were brought over from Lucas Film, along with there leftover concept sketches! I can't wait to see completed build and paint scheme!😊

Awe inspiring. Gratitude for sharing.

Killer Job! Can't wait to see it finished!

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much my friend!!

So cool! Cant wait to see it finished! Awesome work!

Super awesome and so cool to see something from my childhood take shape in real life! Please keep up the great work and hope to see it at a Con one day.

Wow... Big job👍👍👍!!! Respect dude👍

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

This is FANTASTIC! Battlestar Gillactica was one of my favorite shows to haingout with my grandpa and watch in the 80s. Great times.

You win the fan boy dedication award for the decade. That's impressive metal forming skills you have there too.

Good old planebuilding. I am impressed of your craftmanship. A Dream is true. A real Colonial Viper.

Awesome job, keep it up! Big BSG fan, still watch my Cylon boxed DVD set. Your metalworking skills remind me of fabing on a supermodified racecar back in the 80's. Looking forward to the updates! Thanks for sharing 👍

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

More, more, more. I need more. Im alone here..! From the ass of this world and one of the 13 colony. Las Condes, Gran Santiago de Chile. Austral America.

This was really outstanding!

Wow, what awesome skill and dedication! Nice music too.

Complete rando feed, just incredible. So glad i got to seee this.

I'm an envious man Baz, not just because f the Viper but because of your skills. It looks like you've done a bit of a rebuild since I saw it last a couple of years ago.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, but Baz is building the Mk2 Viper 😊 He's also bit further along with his build. We're hoping to get the two Vipers together 😎

Your truly a gifted tradesman , your viper looks awesome

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Somebody needs to build a flying version of this beauty. Even though the CG issues would be tough to overcome, there must be an engine type possible. Just stunning.

I wanted to do this soooo bad when I was like 4 years old! Hats off being able to achieve my childhood dream! Amazing!

Nicely done! That is one amazing model! Thanks for sharing this.

I have always felt that someday someone will come up with a way to actually get these crafts to fly, look how many times props have come to reality. it wouls be amazing if it ever happened. Amazing craftmenship!

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Dang it. This thing is too good. Now aliens are going to think we're ready to scrap!

So cool. Glad you went with the classic design

That is a super impressive build. It looks great!

Absolutely fantastic

That was soo cool great work looking forward to seeing more projects keep up the good and cool work

Amazing work, forming all those struts yourself, fantastic I don't know you but I'm so proud of you 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm sure there are a number of easier and less time consuming ways to build. But I quite enjoy working with aluminium and it's just a little bit different

I remember watching all of these when I was a kid. Beautiful.

Oh man you're just a few steps away from having the most epic simpit EVAR. Super awesome work.

Wow! I just found this video. I am subscribing! You are nailing this! Cheers!

Only 1.8k views?? Well done!! This is inspriational!!!!

Insane job!!!! Congrats.

Awesome build dude, one of my favorite Sci-fi ships, and favorite Viper model.

@projectcolonialviper2094

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

She is a work of art.

Could you imagine having the screen attached to a computer/Plauststion where you could play space flight combat games like PS 2 Battlestar, Xwing and the like? Man they’d be sweet.