[A Ghostface's AM WIP]

Following you on two forums now.

[TD-79008 Tour of Duty Log (30 arrests)]

Love your troop photos, and congrats on number 25! I used to live in Amarillo, so it’s neat to see you in that setting!


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[11B30B4’s ROTD Build Pack and Armor]

Yeah, honesty a local buddy of mine and seeing Christine's work is actually what convinced me to get into the 3D printing world (Ender 3 Pro) and plan on an AT-ACT driver down the road. I'm an OT guy at heart and have wanted to be a TK forever, so the combination of the black and white TK colors on Shoretrooper armor with the AT-ACT will be perfect for me.

You are definitely spot on with the generosity of both Mr. Paul and Sean, and I could say the same about you with your Thingiverse files. I've downloaded all your T-21 variations and am still deciding on whether to purchase a 2.75" rod, 2.5" conduit, or the 2.5-ish" vac tube you used in your v2.

I do really hope to make it to DragonCon this year--it would be my first con ever. I just need to complete my OT TK in time and get approved. I will (fingers crossed) actually be a member of the Venator squad here in GA, but boy would it be sweet to have the tank there. Along with the Horde's sandcrawler, of course. Haha.

[11B30B4's RO T-21 Version 2 Build]

Before long you're likely going to set some sort of record for number of times reconstructing the same blaster! Your two threads have been VERY insightful as I've been gathering materials and plans for my own T-21 build, currently part of my HWT thread on FISD. Right now my plan is to do a pine stock and receiver with waste pipe and your 3D deck and other greeblies. I'm still deciding on the narrow barrel tip.

[11B30B4’s ROTD Build Pack and Armor]

Sweet! Did Christine convince you to go ST with your printer? An AT-ACT driver is on my to-do list, and though I'll likely use Nico's helmet files, I think I'll have to settle for Sean Fields' armor. Honestly I still don't really know the what the differences are, but of course Mr. Paul's is supposed to be the holy grail.

[Modifying my T-21 BFG!]

On 3/31/2017 at 1:24 PM, iconoclasta_88 said:

I was way more time consuming and difficult than expected. And the result is acceptable, but far from perfect. Anyway, I am very happy with how it came out, after using almost 200 mts of nylon thread. LOL!!

I need to write a bit about the process and learnings, but wanted to post pictures asap. Maybe write a bit later. Im feeling Lazy at the moment.

On 3/31/2017 at 2:47 PM, spOOL68 said:

Yeah it took way longer than I thought it would too! 

Juan and Roger - Would you mind sharing with me a little more about your process of lining the barrel with the threading? What size you used, the amount, and adhesion technique? I've starting my own T-21 build and would like to incorporate this feature. Thanks!

 

On 8/16/2017 at 2:06 AM, Hausi said:

Wow, you really put a lot of effort and precision work with the nylon thread into your build, awesome!

I was thinking about doing that to my gun as well but I'm afraid of screwing it up. How did you attach the thread to the barrel? Spray glue?

Urs - Did you ever find out more about the barrel lining process, and if so, did you implement it?

[T-21 scratch build Mk3]

On 5/14/2016 at 1:06 PM, nick.black said:

Once it is all sorted and sanded use 1mm fishing wire or similar to do the wrap.

 

On 5/14/2016 at 3:31 PM, berkal said:

Thanks for using my build as a reference. It's a real compliment. Drop me a line, Ryan. I think I might be able to help you out if your tired of chopping your own hands off.

 

On 5/22/2016 at 1:01 PM, Flashover said:

So with my one good hand I've had another go at creating bevelling to the barrel. It's not perfect but it's much better than my first attempt

 

On 11/17/2016 at 4:45 PM, iconoclasta_88 said:

I am planning to update my T21 any day now, adding the barrel texture. So far have thought of two alternatives: fishing line or wire... 

Any thoughts of cons and pros based on your experience?

And... did you use any kind of glue to keep the line in place?

I know this thread hasn't seen any action in four years, but can any of you four fine gentlemen provide me with your expertise on what wire of fishing line to use for the barrel texture, what length to purchase, and also the adhesion, wrapping, and painting techniques you used for your own builds? I'm starting my own T-21 build and had initially planned to add the texture by rough grit sanding the pipes on a DIY power-drill lathe, but I'm now intrigued by this option. It appears to be time-consuming, but I suspect very worthwhile compared to simply having a smooth barrel. Are there other alternatives to consider? Thanks in advance! -Caleb