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Evening everyone. So; when I said I was ready for painting, I lied. ;-) Washed all of the pieces today, then realised I could do with filling a couple of gaps with greenstuff (excellent tip keeping tools and fingers wet - thanks Tino). Also had to work out the magnets for the mag. For the mag, I decided to use some more leftover 1.5mm abs from my armour build. Quite self-explanatory from the pics, but basically cut a piece of ABS to fit in the mag, superglued 3 of my 5 magnets to the back. Then greenstuff to fill the gap.(will sand when dry). I’m hoping to start priming tomorrow night. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Good progress. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Evening all, Did a few of the final pieces tonight. I started with the “marker pen” inner bolt mod. Then moved on to the pins on the counter. I used pin and spade connectors, cut down to size with the Dremel. Next up, a part I wasn’t really planning on doing, however I’m really pleased I have now. I used a piece of ABS cover strip from my armour build for the counter reset button. Marked up for drilling - ended up drilling out through the bottom of the counter...doh. Also, managed to snap off half of my drill bit IN the counter and couldn’t get it out; hence the weird shape of my ABS reset button. After studying the real counters a little more, I noticed the little gap under the pins - used a junior hacksaw to add the little gap. In amongst all of the above, I also improved the areas where the T-tracks meet the barrel. Mag repair also sanded down. Thanks world. Painting next!!!!! :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Cheers, Stef. I didn’t think I’d go to this much effort - just got caught up in the little details that make it pop. With all the great advise, tips and feedback on here, not too mention so many builds to drool over, you might end up doing more than you expected. ;-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi Stefan, I did the same yesterday. It looks like his for sale thread is closed/archived and the link doesn't work today either. (Hope all is well with Steve). Fingers crossed he still makes them - they look like a really nice upgrade for the E-11. :-) Dan

Many thanks, Paul. :-) Btw, your armour build is going well. Looking good. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

A little tweak to the underside of the counter. Went a little too far with my Dremel, so another greenstuff repair. Not strictly accurate in comparison to an original, but, again, an improvement on the standard DD. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks, Tino. I think I’ll go with the magnets and see how it goes. Also, I’ve messaged Steve (gazmosis) regarding his upgraded mag, although it looks like his sales thread has closed. Can’t see much activity so not sure if he’s still producing them. :-( Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Looking great, Tony. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

No time to waste. ;-) Not finished yet, but a good start. After looking at Jesse’s counter (left), I also drilled out the little hole above the screw, then started to flatten the little ledge above the slots. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Excellent, thanks Jesse. I’m really pleased to hear that the to-do list is so short! I can’t believe I’m nearly ready to paint - and once painted I can finally submit for 501st clearance!!! Arrggghhh. ;-) I’ll certainly work on the socket grills, plus adding the two pins. I’ve noticed that the Doopy’s is also missing the ‘slots’ or channels on the underside front of the counter. I’ll add these, also. Recognise my reference Hengstler? ;-) I’ve been chatting with another builder who kindly offered to send me a new mag casing and mag clip. Hopefully can add those into the mix. I have the 4th and 5th screws for the scope. They are a little loose so I’ll be adding a little green stuff to their screw holes before I paint. :-) Here’s an early shot when I first fitted them. Not decided if I’ll carry out the extractor/plunger mod or the counter reset as yet. I really appreciate your feedback, Jesse. Now, when your next update so we have something to drool over? :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi all, I had the relatively simple task of fitting the guards today. Didn’t really get into much else. Apart from the following, am I missing any other jobs before I paint? • fit marker pen inside inner bolt • magnets for magazine (is this recommended for a “trooping” blaster - tempted to superglue it) • fit trigger and trigger guard once painted Based on the pics in post #164, anything I’ve missed? Cheers, Dan Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Welcome aboard. We all had that nervous “first cut” moment. But don’t worry, it gets easier and much more fun. :-) I found the videos of Ross Walmsley incredibly helpful for my build. Ask plenty of questions mate - there’s lots of helpful folk around here. :-) Best wishes. Dan Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yeah, what Jesse said... ;-)

(Aka, Bulldog Props / Bulldog44) :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Do it!!! It’s well worth it! :-) Welcome to the blaster zone. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks, Tino. I only noticed the chip this morning when I looked back at the photos. I attempted a greenstuff fix this morning but take on board your tip about this being a weak spot. Might look at the top cap mod or even a new, more accurate magazine altogether. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Many thanks, Brian. Hopefully the backplate looks a little better now. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Evening all, I might be a little extra excited about this post. Firstly, I was inspired by another thread (no names, Jesse) to remove and reshape my end cap clip. Neater, rounded edges. Next, the end cap. I marked out the center line and outer perimeter. I couldn’t really find a better tool than the one pictured, however this required quite a steady hand. Essentially, I kept the Dremel static and rotated the end cap, using this Dremel piece like a router. It came out well and the parts are now curing (E-6000 glue). Now, this part required some bravery. I added the LED to the mag clip, then hand drew the “OFF ->”. I very carefully used the Dremel to engrave the letters. I’m surprisingly happy with the end result, which should hopefully show up a little better once painted. Now for a few pics with some of the parts in place. *Note some progress to the Hengstler, and further shaping (thanks, Tino) to the power cylinders. A very rewarding evening’s work. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Cheers Jesse. Slightly modded again since the last pics. ;-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Impressive, as ever, Jesse. Looks superb. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks Tino. How did I miss that? What would I do without you? :-) Thanks for the tip on the paint. I’ll do just that. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Superb! Well done, Daniel. :-)

Welcome, Freddy. A fellow Doopy’s/T-Jay builder. :-) Looking forward to seeing your build progress. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi all, So, I’ve just finished playing with my power cylinders. Let me start by saying, I’ve used Tino’s work as a guide but I’ve not followed it exactly. So, I know it’s not completely accurate, however it’s a big step up on the Doopy’s part as it was. I had the red wire from Tino’s kit, but needed something to ‘plug’ them into (under the rear of the cylinders). So, I decided to use a straw - yes, a drinking straw. I decided to fill it with green stuff and then plug the wire into the soft green stuff. I used a lighter to slightly singe the ends of the red wire fabric to stop them fraying too much. The parts touching the central capacitors are superglued in place. To add shape to the wire, I used the thin, copper wire that was inside the main wire (that I’d stripped out previously), twisted it together and inserted it back into the wire where needed. Before and after. Hopefully once all painted up it should look super. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk