Ghost Posted May 9, 2008 Report Share Posted May 9, 2008 I have started my ESB helmet build, and will base it on the ESB 'Badged' helmet. Timing is good, as have ordered the decals from Mike (TK-4510) As you can see from the photos below, I have already primed it and have sourced a high gloss topcoat by Rust-Oleum here in the UK, so will let you know how it works!! It does state however that recoat times are within 1 hour or after 48 hours!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooperstormy Posted May 9, 2008 Report Share Posted May 9, 2008 looks good! Keep us updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebladejedi[TK] Posted May 9, 2008 Report Share Posted May 9, 2008 Nice lid Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Had a fly land on the lid whilst still wet, resulting in me removing ALL the paint on the cap and back and having to respray it!! <_< That said I am now back on track. There are a few minor touch up jobs as the paint does not hold too well to the plastic, but getting there. Will get all the hand painting bits done in time for Mike's decals to arrive!! Happy with it though considering it is my first helmet paint job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandalorianWarrior87 Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Lookin' good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-4510[TK] Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 cant wait till its done!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TK-2416 Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 I will follow your progress! Looks great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebladejedi[TK] Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Ooh thats looking supre smooth in those pics, im also looking forward to your progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2008 I'm using Humbrol No.85 Satin black for the vocoder, for accuracy should I also use this on the frown??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebladejedi[TK] Posted May 20, 2008 Report Share Posted May 20, 2008 I would have use #21 gloss black myself but lets hear what others have to say.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2008 Did some work on the inside of the lid today, but have to alter the rubber trim a bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TK-2416 Posted May 24, 2008 Report Share Posted May 24, 2008 Looking good! Did you use expoxy glue for the straps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-4510[TK] Posted May 24, 2008 Report Share Posted May 24, 2008 You have the rubber trim on wrong. The small flap goes on the helmet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2008 Looking good! Did you use expoxy glue for the straps? I just attached it to one of the ear screws each side. You have the rubber trim on wrong. The small flap goes on the helmet. Cheers Mike...thought something wasn't quite right!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebladejedi[TK] Posted May 24, 2008 Report Share Posted May 24, 2008 Did you only work on the inside? Come on we need pics of the outside ..... Inside looks nice though ... Did some work on the inside of the lid today, but have to alter the rubber trim a bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nice-biscuit Posted May 24, 2008 Report Share Posted May 24, 2008 I have started my ESB helmet build, and will base it on the ESB 'Badged' helmet. Timing is good, as have ordered the decals from Mike (TK-4510) As you can see from the photos below, I have already primed it and have sourced a high gloss topcoat by Rust-Oleum here in the UK, so will let you know how it works!! It does state however that recoat times are within 1 hour or after 48 hours!! Looks good! Where did you source the Rust-Oleum from in the UK. I tried the Hammerite Smooth white spray, but it is too cream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2008 Right I have now fixed the trim and will start painting the frown/ears/vocoder today! The link to the paint is: http://www.ackosdiydecorative.com/rustoleu...rosol-772-p.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Painted the frown, ears and vocoder today Did apply some krylon triple gloss, and it ran in parts but think the runs give it a more original look!!! Just need to pinstripe the ears and wait for Mike's decals!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnriottt Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 I love an ESB lid. Great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-4510[TK] Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Thats really looking nice Scott. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogue4ngel Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Excellent work! It's always encouraging to see how these projects come out. I'm still a bit leery about building my first kit, but excited to see all the great things people come up with! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebladejedi[TK] Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Very nice Scott, this is gonna be awesome when your done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJCG Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 It is looking very good. Congrats I am looking forward to see it done once you get Mike's decals. Cheers A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billhag Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Painted the frown, ears and vocoder today Did apply some krylon triple gloss, and it ran in parts but think the runs give it a more original look!!! Just need to pinstripe the ears and wait for Mike's decals!! Scott Fantastic job mate I love this photo, almost looks like its floating.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted May 31, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2008 Thanks for the feedback Took a picture this evening before it got dark, but want to take some decent pictures that I'll try and post over the weekend of the finished helmet!! Decals are great...thanks again Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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