Dubfunkstar Posted March 25, 2020 Report Share Posted March 25, 2020 Here is my progress so far. Still have to fine tune the eyes and Teeth. Was trying to find the correct Testors Grey paint. I found Testors 1138-RM1138_0611 will that work? Just got word from ATA that my Armor Kit is ready for shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harbinger[IPM] Posted March 25, 2020 Report Share Posted March 25, 2020 Testors 1138 is a close match to the Humbrol gray used on screen, it’s what many of us here in the States use. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted March 25, 2020 Report Share Posted March 25, 2020 Looking great so far, Robert, and fantastic to see that you started a build thread! Doing this will honestly help a lot, believe me. If you are ever unsure of anything (even a little bit) always ask first before moving ahead. This takes some extra time of course, but it will save you having to re-do anything. It's also important to post as many photos as you can (a picture really is worth a thousand words), especially if you run into an issue. Best of luck on your build, and I look forward to following your progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted March 25, 2020 Report Share Posted March 25, 2020 Hi, good luck with your project, looking forward to see photos of your BBB day! I think the following forum threads can give you some helpful tips for your helmet build as they were to me. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubfunkstar Posted March 31, 2020 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2020 The rest came today 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snipedoc2001[TK] Posted March 31, 2020 Report Share Posted March 31, 2020 Congratulations man! ATA is an excellent kit, that is the set that I have. Has great potential. Be sure to post pics and ask a lot of questions! Good Luck and have fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted March 31, 2020 Report Share Posted March 31, 2020 1 hour ago, Dubfunkstar said: The rest came today Congratulations future Trooper!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubfunkstar Posted April 2, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2020 alright finally got the helmet attached to itself. Will the ears cover the difference on the left side or do I need to adjust that. I am fighting alignment and what not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubfunkstar Posted April 7, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2020 alright did some tinkering with the Bucket. Think I like how it is sitting now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubfunkstar Posted June 9, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2020 alright finally made some progress on my Helmet. One ear down and one to go. The. I will work on painting and neck trimming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaskedVengeance[Staff] Posted June 9, 2020 Report Share Posted June 9, 2020 Glad to see you back at it! I, myself, have had periodic breaks from time to time while I work on my ATA suit. Let's keep at it together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubfunkstar Posted June 9, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2020 3 hours ago, MaskedVengeance said: Glad to see you back at it! I, myself, have had periodic breaks from time to time while I work on my ATA suit. Let's keep at it together! Sounds like a plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubfunkstar Posted December 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted December 16, 2020 mKing forward progress!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted December 17, 2020 Report Share Posted December 17, 2020 The positioning of your ears is spot-on Robert! If I may make a few suggestions on the paint they would be: 1. The black outline and interior stripes are screen accurate and truly show that "hand painted" look, but I think you may have taken the bottom a bit too far onto the ridge that sits below the rear traps, making them taller than they should ideally be. Not a big deal for Basic, but if when you apply for higher levels this would be an issue. The screens on your Hovi-tips should ideally be at the front and not quite as recessed as they are now. Easy fix! Keep up the fantastic work, Robert, and I look forward to seeing your progress!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted December 17, 2020 Report Share Posted December 17, 2020 Also looks like your side trap lines are a little too curved towards the backs You could also add a few more lines in the rear traps, you have 9 and screen reference has 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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