NegativeEleven Posted July 18, 2020 Share Posted July 18, 2020 How long are the shotgun shell things on the rear hip armor? Of course this terrible kit I bought 3rd hand comes with two castings of all 3 shells ends, but putting them together flush looks like they'll be too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOtrooper Posted July 18, 2020 Share Posted July 18, 2020 The middle cylinder is about 1.5". Are you able to cut the caps off of what you have and use wood dowels? If not, this is a very simple item to 3D print if you have access. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NegativeEleven Posted July 18, 2020 Author Share Posted July 18, 2020 I was thinking about just trying to fill the space. Might wrap with paper then add resin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOtrooper Posted July 20, 2020 Share Posted July 20, 2020 They need to be perfectly straight. You might want to insert a rod into each end of the three casings before adding resin to ensure they are aligned properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NegativeEleven Posted July 20, 2020 Author Share Posted July 20, 2020 After some thought, the wooden dowel idea made more sense. Thanks. They're attached to a small strip of ABS and I have a single zip-tie temporarily holding onto the hip armor. I guess I could start a WIP thread, but I am doing this so incrementally that I don't feel my full WIP would be helpful for other people to see. I come here for advice on individual parts and when I can't find it, I post, so the info will be easy to find for the next person with the same questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOtrooper Posted July 20, 2020 Share Posted July 20, 2020 Glad that worked out. I also put some scrap ABS on the back of mine with a snap on it. I initially thought of using velcro but the snap is stronger so twerps behind me can't easily swipe it during a troop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NegativeEleven Posted July 20, 2020 Author Share Posted July 20, 2020 I'll probably end up using threaded posts. Snaps seem too tall, and I want it to sit flush against the armor. Definitely want it removable cause I have a feeling this costume is gonna need repainting quicker than others. Now I just gotta get backplate, shins and helmet so I can start painting it all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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