locokarma Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 I really don't want to drill, as I don't feel very comfortable doing that and then messing up my only suit of armor. Could it be feasible to either hot-glue or even super glue them where you want the snaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SethB6025 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Cut small squares out of scrap ABS or HIPS, about 1"X1" or so, drill them, attach snaps to the squares and glue the squares to your armor. I've had good luck with "liquid nails projects clear". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 What he said This is basically what some vendors do when they sell you their armor with a "snap system" installed. For most of the ab/back parts I used larger pieces of scrap ABS than 1x1", especially where the armor curves, to get more surface area bonded. Smaller pieces didn't stick as well, but that may just be clumsy me and is not a problem for others. Also, make sure you have enough clamps. Don't ask how I know! :-p It's OK to build up to drilling when you're starting out. I was scared as heck too my first time. I think everyone is, though some take to it faster than others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK7209 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Check out this excellent tutorial site for snaps: http://www.tonybarnett.plus.com/snaps.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SethB6025 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Yes! Just like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locokarma Posted December 1, 2005 Author Share Posted December 1, 2005 Thanks for the info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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