Brooklyn KS build

[chimei]

so i've started the KS build. i have a few questions...and hope someone who has successfully built one can help. i've only begun trimming excess...haven't done any sanding of the edges thought.

 

1) how much of the side do i trim off? i know i need some for the velcro...but is there a measurement i need to keep? 1/2 inch?

 

2) is the dome in the right direction? it looks like the squared section fits into the back of the bucket. so i think this is right...

 

3) are the edges of the eye piece shaped well? more rounded? more straight?

 

4) are the ear holes large enough? i've drawn a line to guide the cutting.

 

5) do i need to bondo the edges of the dome and the back? or is the visible seem acceptable?

 

as always...appreciate all the ideas and suggestions...the bucket is my last hurrah! so i'm super psyched to get it together.

[lonewolf]

Hi Mark,

Leave all the plastic on this part, what is there is almost wide enough as it is. A good idea is to actually just round off the bottom corners and maybe add a strengthener to the inside of it as well.

 

Yes the dome is in the correct position, just make sure you put a mark on both centres to keep it lined up as you glue the parts together.

 

The eye cut out is quite good, more to be removed at the sides to be a bot more accurate.Look at the original helmets on Jez's site, Star Wars Helmets, there are several different original helmets to look at.

 

With the KS it is better to keep away from the helmet side as it has a very shallow ear recess, I would cut more towards the outer edge, judging by the pencil mark I would go about another 7-8 mm out.

 

Most guys dont bondo/ silicone the gap. if you are very careful you can actually get the two parts completely joined without a gap, time , sandpaper and patience.If it has a gap it will look ropey.

 

Good luck,

[Marix]

 

Yes the dome is in the correct position, just make sure you put a mark on both centres to keep it lined up as you glue the parts together.

 

 

Dam I wish I had seen your reply before I had glued mine together, I did it the opposite way (it actually fitted better in my opinion) but I was just following the tutorial which Mr KS had given reference to, (either he didn't check its entire accuracy or it still gives the same desired outcome)

[Eddie TK Head]

congrats Mark enjoy the build!

 

I have KS helmet assembled by KS, so if you need any pic that may help...

[lonewolf]

I think you are right, I can't remember how I did it now.I will hoke out a few pics.

[chimei]

ok. so i think i've finished the eye "port" and will be putting in the lens later tonight. i primed the snout plate (can i leave it this color?) and used some black tape to make the outline. of course i need to paint the "bulb" part black. that's another day.

 

is the black line the right thickness? i tried to follow the pics i've seen on BSN...ending just before the edge leading to the cheeks...is it too thin? too thick? i think it needs to be a little thinner on the sides toward the bottom. the MC snout plate is much thinner than the KS scout groove. thoughts?

 

[chimei]

ok...next question. where do i trim the side of the visor? i've left the "wrap around" indicated by the red arrow. i don't think it'll fit into the back fo the helmet unless i cut it at the black arrow...and cut in at the corner indicated by the purple arrow. the yelow arrow is where the faceplate will sit. help?

[Griffin-X]

ok. so i think i've finished the eye "port" and will be putting in the lens later tonight. i primed the snout plate (can i leave it this color?) and used some black tape to make the outline. of course i need to paint the "bulb" part black. that's another day.

 

is the black line the right thickness? i tried to follow the pics i've seen on BSN...ending just before the edge leading to the cheeks...is it too thin? too thick? i think it needs to be a little thinner on the sides toward the bottom. the MC snout plate is much thinner than the KS scout groove. thoughts?

 

 

Great work on the black lines...this is very tricky. I painted my KS bucket this weekend and yours tops mine man.