matt black Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 (edited) --------- Hello everybody. Just wanted to get some opinions on my helmet build so far. I'd rather put things right now rather than when I have things like lenses fitted. Any criticism is more than welcome. So, how am I doing? Many thanks, Rob. Edited January 26, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGHtrooper21 Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Looks good Matt! Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonnenschein Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 I agree. But why did you use 2 rivets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 (edited) Thank you for the comments. I used two rivets just for a bit more strength and so the face plate would'nt keep pivoting while I kept test fitting the ears. I know that only one rivet should be used for screen accuracy inside the helmet but I'm pimping out the inside anyway. Edited February 17, 2011 by matt black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooter Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 You did a good job on cutting the eyes and teeth out, lookin' good so far. I've never seen anyone rivet it together before hand, I remember having to do several test fits and adjustments with the ears before I got a good fit. Not sure if the rivets will help or hinder. Looking forward to seeing how it pans out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thanks for the kind worde Matt. I saw the pics of your AP in the other thread. Looks like you did a lovely job. I riveted the cap and face plate together as I'm following the basic helmet assembly guide by TK-4510 and thats how it shows it to be done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrooperTim Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 I see nothing wrong with what you have completed so far. Looks good. You can use however many rivets you want so long as the ear cap covers it. I never used a rivet on my helmet, just screws and washers, but whatever works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooter Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thanks for the kind worde Matt. I saw the pics of your AP in the other thread. Looks like you did a lovely job. I riveted the cap and face plate together as I'm following the basic helmet assembly guide by TK-4510 and thats how it shows it to be done. Awesome Matt, Mike's guide is top notch, looks like we learn something new everday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogueTrooper[TK] Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 (edited) Great work Matt! Keep up the good work!! Edited February 17, 2011 by RogueTrooper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK_LEPER Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKRobert Posted February 18, 2011 Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 Looks great Rob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 Thanks everyone. Great to know I have not made any mistakes yet. I've finished both ears now and I'm just starting on the lenses. Should have the helmet finished by the end of the weekend. WOO HOO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABS80 Posted February 18, 2011 Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 (edited) Did you use the screws that came with kit for the ear pieces? Mark Edited February 18, 2011 by ABS80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 (edited) Yes Mark I did. Does something not look right about them? Now that you mention it. I think they are sitting a bit proud. Should I use a larger drill bit on the ears so they sit a little more flush? Cheers. Edited February 18, 2011 by matt black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK bondservnt[501st] Posted February 18, 2011 Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 if you remove too much material on the ear screw points they won't take the pressure and will pull though!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 Thats what I was thinking. I think I'll leave them as they are while the goings good. Thanks Vern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABS80 Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Yes Mark I did. Does something not look right about them? Now that you mention it. I think they are sitting a bit proud. Should I use a larger drill bit on the ears so they sit a little more flush? Cheers. They just seemed too small, I guess it's just a illusion since they are not painted white yet. I would use a larger drill so they sit a little more flush, then use a exacto around edge of hole to create counter sink so screw sits nice and flush. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Ah you know what. You have made me realize, I used the wrong fitting kit. I got a fitting kit from Mark (TK-4510) ages ago when I ordered a load of bit's from him. I must have mixed up the kits somehow. Do you think it will matter that the heads are a little smaller? Man, you've got a really good eye! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 I've done loads of work on the helmet and it's not far off done. I'm just about to paint the black lines aroud the grey parts on the ears. I know that you can get the black trim tape for this but I have that on another helmet and I have found that over time it slides down due to it being on a slope. My question is, I know I'm going to mess this up but were the lines on the screen used helmets perfect or were they wobley like mine are going to be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABS80 Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Ah you know what. You have made me realize, I used the wrong fitting kit. I got a fitting kit from Mark (TK-4510) ages ago when I ordered a load of bit's from him. I must have mixed up the kits somehow. Do you think it will matter that the heads are a little smaller? Man, you've got a really good eye! If you can change them I would, if I was able to notice them from the photos it's even more noticeable in person, my kit comes with same size screw as original, remember it's the small details that make the big difference! Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 I've mounted my visor on them now. I might strip it all and change them but I'll have to wait for the ears to dry. Thanks Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 (edited) ------------ How am I doing? Edited January 26, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 Oh sorry guys, one more thing. Is it me or does the grey on the frown look way too light? I used Humbrol number 5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt black Posted February 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 (edited) One more pic. -------- Edited January 26, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABS80 Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 (edited) Oh sorry guys, one more thing. Is it me or does the grey on the frown look way too light? I used Humbrol number 5. I use Testors Grey #1138 close match to the decals and use Semi Gloss Black for the chin Mark Edited February 23, 2011 by ABS80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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