TyWebb1075 Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Hello MEPD. I introduced myself back on 10/23 but will do so again since I haven't started my build thread until now. I'm John, age 40, from Southbridge, MA USA. I hope to join the NEG of the 501st if/when I ever get this build done. I'm a father of two girls (ages 11&15), a full time Police Officer & SWAT Operator, a Firearms/Taser instructor and between work, OT, details, and training my time is very limited. I purchased an AM 2.0 kit and it has been sitting around in the box since summer. (I'm 6'3" and 260lbs so I needed a larger kit.) Now that it is starting to get cold up here in the Northeast, I'm finding a I have a bit more time to get this ball rolling so here goes. I've been lurking around on here and FISD since April so I have a general idea what I need to do, but feedback is more than welcome. Thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyWebb1075 Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 I decided to start with the bucket. I'm using E6000 for this build and first glued cap and back. After it cured I fitted the face. I tried pulling the face forward to get the high brow look of the trooper I'm emulating (DB 94 Captain V1.) but found that it closed the bottom and I couldn't fit my head inside. So after I bolted everything together, I used a dremel and cut the cap to get the high brow look. The AM ears came trimmed but were still a nightmare as I don't think they were long enough. I think I sanded/fit/sanded/fit the left ear for a total of 6 hours. Please forgive me if I don't get these pics up right away. I'm trying to figure out the photobucket thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyWebb1075 Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 I wasn't thrilled with the line between the cap and back so I made some ABS paste and filled it in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TyWebb1075 Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Prior to sanding... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TyWebb1075 Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Had to make a 2nd batch of ABS paste, as I found that it was too thick and left air pockets after it dried. So I made it more runny and think it did the trick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TyWebb1075 Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Painted the inside today. Dowels are installed and ready for the lenses. Hoping to start the rest of the painting tonight. Comments? Suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clonecollector Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Excellent job with the ABS paste! I did the same thing with my helmet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 An interesting combination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyWebb1075 Posted November 16, 2014 Author Share Posted November 16, 2014 Excellent job with the ABS paste! I did the same thing with my helmet. Thanks Paul. It was definitely necessary in order to acquire a more accurate look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyWebb1075 Posted November 16, 2014 Author Share Posted November 16, 2014 Question, Which inner forearm is which? Left? Right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfox Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 The one on the left is the Left and the one on the right is the Right. You have them correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyWebb1075 Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 Thanks Starfox. Someone PM'd me the answer already. I appreciate it though. It's good having this plethora of knowledge all in one place. I'm afraid to cut things, lest I screw it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 Nice job on the helmet so far. Good luck with the build and keep them pictures coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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