Evolver79[TK] Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 I received the Doopy Do's kit today, the blaster should be here any day. I noticed there aren't any instructions? Anyone have any good ideas on how to proceed? PandaTrooper's thread was very helpful, I just don't want to miss anything. Thanx for your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Femtrooper Julie[501st] Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 (edited) I am just a femtrooper, but it went OK for me...dremel off the letters, glue the folding stock on tthe bottom, magazine on the left. cot off the orange tip and install the new tip. Glue the back ring holder on. Counter goes on the left, on top of the magazine, and battery cylinder goes on top of the magazine. That is it here is my build: http://forum.whitearmor.net/index.php?showtopic=10745 Have fun, it is a neat kit! I painted mine silver base, then semi gloss black, and scuffed it up with steel wool. I think it looks good! Edited September 16, 2010 by Femtrooper Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandatrooper[TK] Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 Hi Alex. The kits don't come with instructions, but take a look at some of the build various threads on here for modifying Hasbros, there's quite a few of them. Most people use similar techniques. Make sure to read the CRL / EIB requirements if you intend to build the blaster to apply for your EIB badge. There's also a few new how to's here for the small details to meet EIB requirements http://forum.whitearmor.net/index.php?showtopic=12507 http://forum.whitearmor.net/index.php?showtopic=12542 In a nutshell: - take the blaster apart - remove the front and back scope ring - remove all screws - sand the lettering off - cut the muzzle off - grind off Hengstler side lower T-track and drill new holes (optional for EIB only) - reassemble blaster - glue on new muzzle - install folding stock via glue / screws - glue on magazine - glue on Hengstler - glue on rear greeblies - add any other greeblies for other versions of the blaster - add T-track (optional) - add a Dring to the back (optional for EIB only) - paint it black (most people use flat or satin) - weather the blaster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob .T .[TK] Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 The doopydoos ebay advert shows a black blaster with white resin parts glued on , thats about all the instructions you need . As Julie says, its pretty self explanitary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evolver79[TK] Posted September 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2010 Thanx everyone! This is my first step in building my TK. I appreciate the help. Any preference on glue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Femtrooper Julie[501st] Posted September 17, 2010 Report Share Posted September 17, 2010 I did not take mine apart like Panda, I just sanded it down and glued the pieces on. I used a clear expoxy from Wal-mart, but can not go wrong with E-6000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyran Posted September 19, 2010 Report Share Posted September 19, 2010 (edited) This might be a complete noob question, but I am a noob so... What type of sandpaper do you use for sanding plastic? Does it matter? I've got my Hasbro blaster plus the Droopy Doos kit so I'm eager to start. A few more questions: What type of paint do you all recommend? I plan on doing the silver and gold undercoats for the body and scope respectively. Do I go primer coat, then silver/gold coat followe by the final flat black coat? I've always had a problem with spray paint to plastic always staying tacky... Thanks again, I love this website and how helpful all this information is! Edited September 19, 2010 by Tyran Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Femtrooper Julie[501st] Posted September 19, 2010 Report Share Posted September 19, 2010 I shot mine with primer, then did silver on top of that, followed with satin black. I masked off the bolt to keep it silver, then a few strategic scrapes and scuffing along edges to show the silver. I am no expert, but I love how it turned out! SO much better than just having a Hasbro I have a set of T-tracks, will add them on before I troop Waikiki on Halloween (Not like anyone there is lookng at my E-11 ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evolver79[TK] Posted September 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 I can see the light at the end of the tunnel!! Anyway, this is how I have done my build to date. First removed the muzzle & scope end caps. Disassembled the the body & removed the electrix. Since I am going for EIB I ground off the left lower T track & drilled new holes in it's place. I added two T tracks using the "fingers" from a plastic rake. I got that for 50% off at home depot because it was already broken!! When sanding a used a very coarse grain if I needed to remove a lot and finished with a 320 grit. Use a Dremel, trust me!!! I started with a coat of primer, followed by a coat of silver metallic, and then a few coats of gloss black. I filled the screw hole w/ an epoxy and let it sit for a few hours, then ground off the excess. Next, I attached the Doopy Do's kit, and that's where I am now. I plan on painting it flat black to finish. Sorry about the pic quality, but my camera crapped out and all of my funds are going to my TK build!! :lol: Enjoy the picks! I will post the finished pic when I can. I appreciate any feedback!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evolver79[TK] Posted September 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 This might be a complete noob question, but I am a noob so... What type of sandpaper do you use for sanding plastic? Does it matter? I've got my Hasbro blaster plus the Droopy Doos kit so I'm eager to start. A few more questions: What type of paint do you all recommend? I plan on doing the silver and gold undercoats for the body and scope respectively. Do I go primer coat, then silver/gold coat followe by the final flat black coat? I've always had a problem with spray paint to plastic always staying tacky... Thanks again, I love this website and how helpful all this information is! I used Krylon, I might have forgotten to mention that! Good luck! Check out my latest post, hope it helps. From one newbie to another!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zsavk[TK] Posted September 20, 2010 Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 Krylon was a great choice. Looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Femtrooper Julie[501st] Posted September 20, 2010 Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 Bling Bling! Looking like a serious trooper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evolver79[TK] Posted September 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 Thanx everyone! I put the last coat on and will wait overnight to see how it looks. I will post pics When I can get my hands on a camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evolver79[TK] Posted September 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2010 Ok, its done!!!! Well, except for the D-ring, it's own it's way. So what does everyone think? EIB worthy? Please let me know, I really appreciate the feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Femtrooper Julie[501st] Posted September 23, 2010 Report Share Posted September 23, 2010 Very nice! I still have not installed my T-tracks. I'd just say it needs some weathering! Scuff it up with some steel wool or fine grit, and show some wear on the sharp edges! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evolver79[TK] Posted November 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2010 I finally adde dthe D-Ring two days ago. Can anyone tell me, by looking at the above pics, is my blaster ok for EIB status? Thank you for the input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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