Darth147 Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Scout trooper has always been my favorite finally decided to jump on a set from Studio Creations currently working on the helmet going to take it slow since I am working another build at the moment Helmet-Studio Creations (on hand) Armor-Studio Creations (on hand) Gloves- Wampawear(on hand) Race suit -KriptonTop (ordered) Vest- KriptonTop(ordered) Cummerbund and pouches- KriptonTop(ordered) Boots-Imperialboots(on hand) Blaster-3D print Balaclava -amazon(on hand) cut for the visor filled the gap with ABS paste from some left over scrap took a few times but finally smooth enough to paint will wet sand before painting 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Good work sealing that gap! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Welcome, Art! You're in good hands here. I've bumped you up to 501st Legion Access 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 Thank you. i cut the ears and painted the inside black used and exacto knife painted the bucket white used Rust-Oleum high gloss white was happy how it turn out until i saw i had a crack that caved in on the side will have to refill and sand also noticed some parts of the helmet the paint was very smooth and on other parts you can see and feel the paint (prob the old almost empty can of paint i had) how can i avoid this so it all comes out nice and smooth maybe a bit of over spray caused it ? wondering if its still ok like that paint seems to match the ABS plastic from the face pretty good should the face be painted as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted May 30, 2020 Author Share Posted May 30, 2020 covered the nasty hole with JB weld but had to use 60 grit to sand it down creating some scratches so i had to fill it with bondo putty hopefully this is the last time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 Well, if it were me, I'd spray both the back and the faceplate just so they match. A few things could have happened with the less smooth part of the paint on your helmet -- 1) If it's an older can with less paint, then that can affect the consistency of the spray that comes out. Gloss white is also a tricky color to spray and the many angles and divots on the scout helmet makes it especially hard to make sure you've got an even coat overall. 2) How smooth was the primer layer underneath? Gloss paint reflect all imperfections, so if one part of the helmet was still a bit rough, then it'll pick it up 3) As you said, overspray can cause this effect too. Did you come back and spray only a portion of it later, after the rest had dried? 4) Humidity can do crazy things to spray paint. If it was especially humid that day, then the paint can start drying before it really gets a chance to even out on the helmet. I've painted a few scout helmets in my time and they're always a challenge to get perfectly right. I suggest you wet sand with 400 grit up to 800, clean it, then re-spray on a low humidity day. I also suggest you pick up a new can of paint and give that a try as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted June 10, 2020 Author Share Posted June 10, 2020 i think it was a almost empty rattle can when i used a new one i got better results sanded everything down 220 grit primed and wet sand with 1500 grit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted June 10, 2020 Author Share Posted June 10, 2020 i thought it had gone good however some of the paint started peeling off the dome had a worse affect now i got some heavy sanding ahead of me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Hi Art. Quick question.Are you using primer and paint that are the same make/manufacture? I’ve seen this before on other builds where two different types were used and saw the same adhesion issues. The primed helmet looks great but it looks as if the paint is reacting to the surface primer in that last pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted June 10, 2020 Author Share Posted June 10, 2020 I’m thinking it was the clear coat it had before diff brand primer and paint were the same brand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Yep, that'll do it. Even clear coats from the same brand can cause issues if it gets layered on too much, or the undercoat isn't fully and totally cured -- and I'm talking like a week's worth of curing, not dry to touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted August 19, 2020 Author Share Posted August 19, 2020 been getting this issue on this side of the helmet only ived tried sanding and painting several times with the same result i decided to sand off all the paint and restart i noticed a hole on the side getting bigger as i sanded i used abs cement and i guess it doesn take well to heat since it came off so i decided to cut it all out and refill with abs paste going to let it sit for a few days so it cures properly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Yikes! Well, you've just experienced the dreaded paint crackles. It can happen for a few reasons, such as laying on the paint too thick in one spot, not letting any underlying layers dry, or reactions with any paint layers or primer underneath. Sometimes it can happen if the paint isn't fully mixed and there's an imbalance with the paint and solvent. On the last scout helmet that I painted I had a lot of issues with crackles -- especially in the area you did, as well as on the bottom of the back of the helmet. Spray paint can be super finicky. It's supposed to more be convenient, right? With where you are now, go ahead and sand down the abs paste once it's cured. Once everything is smooth again, I'd hit that area with some flat white primer first. Sand that with high grit sandpaper, then you can go over it with gloss. I've found that gloss paints tend to have a greater tendency towards crackling. I've also found that in instances where I'm getting crackles in one spot, throwing down a layer of primer after sanding tended to avoid the crackles once I did a gloss coat. Let us know how it goes and we'll advise as best we can. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 words of wisdom chopper i will try that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 soft goods came in today from KriptonTop fits like a glove going to need some rework tho the velcro for the pouches are sewn on the bottom not sure if its suppose to be that way not that familiar with the soft goods on a TB here it is with the chest armor on still need to work on the rest of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Hey Art, your build is coming along great. For your cummerbund the ideal length should be about 8 or 9 inches from top to bottom. The bund looks longer than that in your photos, but it might just be the way you have your pouches attached.As you currently have it, your belt would be sitting on top of the bund whereas the bottom of the bund should rest just on top of your belt. It’s an easy fix. 1. Secure the top of your pouches so that the top of the tab comes to the top of your bund. That will lower your pouches. 2. Raise your bund so that the tabs of your pouches sit under your chest armor. That will shorten up the bund and raise it high enough that your belt will be positioned properly on your waist not your hips. It’s a minor adjustment but it will really tighten up the look.Keep up the great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted September 3, 2020 Share Posted September 3, 2020 Hi Art! I hope it’s the photo but it looks like your pouches are reversed. The straight side of the flap should face your belly button. The Velcro on the bottom of the pouch flaps is ok and that’s how I have mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathanzx10r Posted September 3, 2020 Share Posted September 3, 2020 How long did it take you to get your KriptonTop order? Was it within the 6 weeks he is stating on his Esty store? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted September 3, 2020 Author Share Posted September 3, 2020 i just put the pouches on real quick for the photo didn't know which way there go took 3 months due to the quarantine and all but well worth the wait i also have the cummerbund upside down in the pic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omaha Joe Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 I placed an order for both Flight Suit and Flak Vest from KriptonTop June 6th that was supposed to be completed and delivered by July 24th, but having emailed Christian back and forth he let me know that the Bolivian government had shut down his progress as well as his shipping source capabilities. He’s been very helpful with any updates, replying within 24 hours, but did let me know that the shutdown had affected manufacturing and shipping timesframes. This past Sunday’s back-and-forth emails regarding my order sounded encouraging though, so I’m hopeful he’s been able to get back on track and get caught up with the 6 week order-thru-delivery timeframe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted September 16, 2020 Author Share Posted September 16, 2020 was able to sew on some velcro and start strapping still need to make adjustment need to mount the shoulder bells only on with tape at the moment need to add the tank on the back holster on the boots greeblies on the biceps let me know what you think so far 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 So far so good. Looks like the cod is getting pulled under and that's causing it to fold. Pull your bund up higher towards your pecs to get it under your chest armor and that should pull the cod a little flatter to the front. Also check to make sure the cod strap isn't too tight. You'll need to paint/decal your chest indent medium grey. If you can bring your thigh boxes up to around 1"-1.5" from the bottom of your belt. Things will tighten up once you get those finishing touches on so keep up the great work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 took my lil scout to knotts 3d printed using mr poopies files ewoks couldn't put my boy down 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth147 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 hard to find gloves and boots for him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 Following in Dad’s footsteps...awesome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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