TK 71627[TK] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Blk Paint... Flex seal... Plastic Dip... Velcro... Or other??? What do u all recommend.... I REALLY like to have the inside dark.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I have heard a lot use plastic dip, personally I gave mine a wash with warm water and detergent, a slight scuff with some sandpaper then let dry and coated with satin enamel paint, worked well and has held up fine. It is easier to paint before you trim too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank75139[501st] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I used the plastic dip. Worked well, smells bad while it’s drying (not after) and needs a few coats. And yes I did mine after the fact because I was unaware of it and it’s much easier to do it before trimming. I do like the Velcro idea. It seems a bit more convenient when installing electronics. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 The only downside we find with the self adhesive Velcro here is that with the warm the glue tends to leg go and leave a really sticky mess There used to be an automotive product I used years ago and not sure if it is still around called flock, would leave a fine fur finish, just looking and seems it's still around, I may have to try something like this one day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harbinger[IPM] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I used Rustoleum LeakSeal (their version of Flex Seal), four coats and seems to be holding up so far after a week. Long term results... I don't know. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukswrath[Staff] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I don't paint or dip, El natural baby lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CableGuy[Admin] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I went for black, self adhesive EVA sheets and cut them to size. Easy to work with and can also be used to cover any wiring. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukswrath[Staff] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 What thickness did you use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 You may find those are a little hard on your head if you are trooping for a long time, I tried some high density foam and ended up transferring it for a soft foam If it works for you then great 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CableGuy[Admin] Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 The EVA is, I would guess, around 1.5mm. The tactical pads are not really putting any pressure on my head - just stopping the wobble. I have a long troop in March so I’ll report back. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukswrath[Staff] Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Thanks, it's not high density is it? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I have heard a lot use plastic dip, personally I gave mine a wash with warm water and detergent, a slight scuff with some sandpaper then let dry and coated with satin enamel paint, worked well and has held up fine. It is easier to paint before you trim too Does the smell of paint LINGER ???Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I don't paint or dip, El natural baby lol Why , if I may ask ?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I used the plastic dip. Worked well, smells bad while it’s drying (not after) and needs a few coats. And yes I did mine after the fact because I was unaware of it and it’s much easier to do it before trimming. I do like the Velcro idea. It seems a bit more convenient when installing electronics. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Do you have problems with electronics sticking to the plati dip surface ???Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank75139[501st] Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 Do you have problems with electronics sticking to the plati dip surface ???Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I do not have any issues. Good adhesive Velcro sticks well. As for the smell. It doesn’t linger. I did a coat, let it sit upside down on a chair outside for 30-45 minutes and did another coat, and did a few coats that way. Just strong when you first apply itSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I do not have any issues. Good adhesive Velcro sticks well. As for the smell. It doesn’t linger. I did a coat, let it sit upside down on a chair outside for 30-45 minutes and did another coat, and did a few coats that way. Just strong when you first apply itSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Ty, Frank for your input.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 36 minutes ago, Madness990 said: Does the smell of paint LINGER ??? Not once it's fully dried, normally a week or 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 25, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2018 (edited) I sanded the inside of the bucket with 250 grain sandpaper, washed and hand dried, and covered it. It is easier to do this BEFORE CUTTING OUT teeth and eyes. I NEVER thought about painting the inside of the bucket until AFTER the fact. I decided on a BLACK SATIN ENAMAL paint because most people I spoke to have had more long term positive experiences w/ it... it was a tough choice between this and Rustoeum leak seal ... let’s see how it goes !------------- Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited April 29, 2022 by gmrhodes13 link removed no longer working Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neb Sgird[TK] Posted February 25, 2018 Report Share Posted February 25, 2018 Just curious, why did you decide against plastidip? If you go with enamel paint you'll be sacrificing the sound absorbing benefits of painting inside your helmet. I only really bothered plastidipping the inside of my helmet to the avoid feedback from my mic, otherwise I would have left it white. Again, just wondering. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 25, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2018 Just curious, why did you decide against plastidip? If you go with enamel paint you'll be sacrificing the sound absorbing benefits of painting inside your helmet. I only really bothered plastidipping the inside of my helmet to the avoid feedback from my mic, otherwise I would have left it white. Again, just wondering. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Very good question, indeed ... I am a 1st time builder and have NO intention on installing an expensive electronic mic on my at this time. I guess the best answer I can give you at this time is Painting it black is more for cosmetic appeal vs future mic interference. But now you have me wondering if I should of set up my lid up. it was a tough choice... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 25, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2018 (edited) I stopped after 3 coats .... and minimum of 90 mins of dry time . I made sure I put them on top of lava rocks for a FASTER & SECURE dry time...( I’m jk, but one must ALWAYS remain with sense of humor while building a TK ) i will leave AS IS FOR several hours maybe overnight. I have OTHER THINGS to tend to . ---------- Edited April 29, 2022 by gmrhodes13 link removed no longer working Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted February 26, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 I’m actually very proud how my bucket came out !!!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank75139[501st] Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 Looks goodSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank75139[501st] Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 Looks goodSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 71627[TK] Posted March 5, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2018 QUESTION # 1 Why are my sides NOT LINING UP ??? (I have a TK-WTF ) I believe I have the eyes aligned properly....the right side is giving me problems, whereas the left is PERFECT (I think) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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