TJisThatGuy Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 (edited) I see a lot of people paint the inside of the helmet black. Is this something you must do or is it optional? If it is optional, what are the pros and cons of doing it? I've seen that it can be harder to get things to stick to the inner helmet if you paint it, so what would be the benefit? I'm sorry if this has been asked before, and I'm sure it has. I don't know if it's just they way the search function on the tapatalk app and the mobile site work, but it's very hard to find specific answers. Or maybe I'm using the wrong keywords. Edit: I have found a thread that discusses the pros and cons, but not whether it is optional. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited August 17, 2016 by TJisThatGuy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgb1016[501st] Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 You don't have to paint it black, but it helps keep your face hidden in the helmet. I sprayed mine with truck bed liner to make it more durable and haven't had any trouble getting my pads and fans to stick to it with industrial strength adhesive velcro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJisThatGuy Posted August 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 You don't have to paint it black, but it helps keep your face hidden in the helmet. I sprayed mine with truck bed liner to make it more durable and haven't had any trouble getting my pads and fans to stick to it with industrial strength adhesive velcro. Thanks. I'll probably end up doing it because it looks cool. But it's nice to know I have the option. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukswrath[Staff] Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Definitely not required Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illusionz_09[TK] Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Exactly. as mentioned, it is not mandatory, but it definitely helps hide your eyes and mouth through the bucket. As far as con, the only negative is that is makes it hotter inside the bucket, but thats negligible. I personally used a standard black spray, but a lot of people use Plastidip which covers nicely in black while still giving good texture for adhesion. At the end of the day, its preference and you do what makes you happy. That goes for everything inside the armor as well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themaninthesuitcase[Admin] Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 In my Garrison the normal is not painted, infact very very few are as far as I've seen. Mine's not and I can't see me ever doing it. FWIW I've never been able to tell if someones bucket is painted or not just by looking at the eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJisThatGuy Posted August 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 I'll probably put it off for now as I just got the BBB on Monday. And I'm so excited about building it that I'll leave out the unnecessary bits for now. Though, I suppose it's easier to paint it before assembly. I am stuck between a Sarlacc and a hard place. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kman[TK] Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Exactly. as mentioned, it is not mandatory, but it definitely helps hide your eyes and mouth through the bucket. As far as con, the only negative is that is makes it hotter inside the bucket, but thats negligible. I personally used a standard black spray, but a lot of people use Plastidip which covers nicely in black while still giving good texture for adhesion. At the end of the day, its preference and you do what makes you happy. That goes for everything inside the armor as well I disagree that it makes anything hotter inside the helmet. It doesn't change airflow at all, and the outside is just as white and reflective as it was before painting. If anything, it makes things COOLER inside the helmet, because light radiating through thin plastic bring heat, and the black paint stops light from coming through. That's why I like it. (other than looks) Keeps things nice and dark inside the helmet, as it should be. I think PlastiDip is the most common option for painting. Doesn't flake off like paint can, and it's flexible. No issue gluing interior components directly to the finish (including velcro adhesive). Just have to be careful removing anything stuck in there hard so you don't peel up the finish! (it can be repainted if you do, of course, but that's a pain) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJisThatGuy Posted August 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Definitely not requiredThanks for taking time out of your busy schedule of answering every single stormtroopers questions 24/7 to reply to mine. I think it goes without saying that I'll be using your AM build thread as my main inspiration as I bought an AM kit. I still need a few supplies, but plan on starting next week. May your first child be a masculine child. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJisThatGuy Posted August 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Thanks for the replies everyone. This community is awesome. I'm so glad I'm finally getting involved with this. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLH2515[TK] Posted November 11, 2016 Report Share Posted November 11, 2016 I used plasti dip in mine worked real good. Helps keep those eyes hidden slightly Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJisThatGuy Posted November 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2016 (edited) I used plasti dip in mine worked real good. Helps keep those eyes hidden slightly Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I went with the spray on plasti dip. I like it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited November 11, 2016 by TJisThatGuy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldormoline[501st] Posted December 5, 2016 Report Share Posted December 5, 2016 I am going with the Plastidip/cheesecloth method for my helmet. From what I have heard and seen, it adds a good deal of strength to the ABS by using the cheesecloth. It kinda makes it like fiberglass, but without the thickness, weight or heat. Just be sure to work outside, or in a well ventilated area when doing the plastidip application. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJisThatGuy Posted December 6, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2016 Just be sure to work outside, or in a well ventilated area when doing the plastidip application. I did it out in the back yard. 3 coats. Came out well enough. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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