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“Construct the right ankle joint that will support the right leg and toes.”
Contents
Parts
Materials: All of these parts are plastic.
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Adding Another Part to the Lower Right Leg
Step 1
Carefully remove the three Ball Joints from the sprue. Smooth any rough edges.
I used sprue cutters here, but a sharp hobby knife would work as well:
Step 2
Locate these three keyed holes of the Ankle Joint (Upper):
Step 3
Fit one Ball Joint into each keyed hole:
Steps 4-5
Secure the Ball Joints into place from the other side with three (3) PB 1.7×6 mm screws, one for each:
Step 6
Fit this Ankle Joint (Upper) on top of the Ankle Joint (Lower), aligning the two mounting posts:
Step 7
Secure the Ankle Joint halves together with two (2) PB 2×6 mm screws, as shown:
Thoughts
We have started to assemble our right foot! We are going to spend a good amount of time building toes soon.
Next Up
Issue 68 – Lower Leg Connectors, Ankle Joint (Ball/Socket)