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Thanks guys! No I won't scam you, after all ... you already let the cat out of the bag! I now realize the the switches don't pivot ... but rather, slide straight up and down. So I'll have to fix that. I also need plugs on the side. I'm seriously considering having this printed. I would like to make the whole box as a kit though. And the face would sit inside the opening.

I don't know, I think these will do just fine (below). I received the bottles I ordered, The clear one's were too small. The two with a larger opening were too big. The one's I have pictured are perfect. I just wish they were made out of the same clear plastic, it would take the paint much better. But I'll make it work, and if I find anything better I'll let you all know.

May you have a long happy (and healthy) TD future trooper!

Sorry for your loss Jon.

I used that method once before on an AP helmet.

Cool stuff!

Double stick foam strips (same used for insulating windows and doors) is what they used on some of the screen used lids. If you can't find anything thicker, you can always double stack small sections, so that it reaches you lenses. One thing I like to do is apply an epoxy type putty (plumbers putty) around the inside of the eyes. That will make your lenses flush, and easier to glue down.

Ugh! Awesome! *singing voice*

Next part I will be working on is the exhaust port. The rounded edges almost have the shape of a bottle for motor oil. Flat on the end with a large rounded bevel. Originally I picked up a project box from Radio Shack, but the bevel wasn't large enough. And the box really didn't seem long enough either. So What I might do is cut down a plastic motor oil bottle, and glue some plastic sheets on the three open sides. Any thoughts? Does anyone know what the original found part for the box was?

I saw that on one of your threads, very cool idea! I would love to do the same, but I couldn't find aluminum bottles at the size I wanted.

I ordered two of each, I'll post photos when they come in.

Peace! I

The small order handling fee is $10, plus shipping. But... Here is a plastic bottle source, less than 80 cents for a HDPE plastic bottle. Black plastic lids are 17 cents ea. B670 Color: White Size: 750 cc Material: HDPE Case Pack: 99 Neck finish: 53-400 Height: 6.572" Diameter: 3.472" Although slightly smaller, this one might be a better material for paint, priced at $1.06 each. The bottom of the bottle is also more accurate. B681 Color: Clear Size: 500 cc Material: PET Case Pack: 140 Neck finish: 53-400 Length: 5.5" Height: 5.291" Diameter: 3.038" Two more contenders, although the top isn't as rounded off... It appears to be the correct size. J106 Color: Amber Size: 32 oz Material: PET Case Pack: 105 Neck finish: 89-400 Height: 6.63" Diameter: 3.634" J115 Color: Clear Size: 32 oz Material: PET Case Pack: 105 Neck finish: 89-400 Height: 6.594" Diameter: 3.641"

This would probably require a smaller bottle. So I'm not sure it would work.

Yep, was thinging the same. Just make sure to get the screw tops, and not the pop off hinge type lids. Also, the blue plastic bottles aren't as soft as the wipe bottles, and should not only take paint better.... But hold up better for traveling, etc. So here's a question... do they make different sized pudding bowls? The one's I got off ebay just showed up, and they not only have the wrong shape, they seem smaller than expected. If they were larger, I could sand the rims down a bit and they would have the perfect shape. However, due to the size .... they would just be too small at that point. So my question is do they make larger one's? These measure about 3 3/4" across the opening.

Hi guys! Love this site, lot's of fun! I'm now in the process of constructing my 1st field pack! And I'm really excited to get started on it! But with anything that I am new too, I want to make sure I'm doing it right ... so not to embarrass myself in front of the experts! So I've been conducting my research on the various components of the pack, studying and dissecting each version, etc. I know that many TD costumer's choose to use the Wet Wipes bottles, which I've noticed to be tapered towards the bottom. And from what I can tell, the screen used field pack bottles were straight. Also, I've noticed that they had a rounded shape to them towards the top. So I've been on a mad hunt through every local shop for something closer to screen accurate than the wipes bottle. And I think I may have found what I'm looking for, but I still would like your opinions. The Multi-vitamin bottles above measure about 3 1/4", but they have one slightly larger that I might check out (below).

Just curious, But why don't you guys offer space for ad banners? Not necessarily for larger companies like Sideshow Collectables, or EFX (for instance)... But also for guys like me who make TK/TD parts at home? It would be a nice way to raise funds for the site. Jesse

You would probably pay less shipping. But one part at a time might be easier to manage financially.

Really good! Needs more dust though in my opinion.

What about white silicone? Like the stuff you use around bathtubs, sinks, etc.?

You can leave it at my house?

Ugh! I neeeeeed one of these bad!

With nothing but your hands and a little plastic hammer!

Really? I would have guess the pipe to be a 2 1/2" diameter. I too have a couple questions ... What was the found part for the exhaust port box (with the rounded edges)? Also, was the toolbox named to as such, or was the found part actually a toolbox?

Gnarly!