First build!

[N0SweatBobaFett]

Hey guys!  I’m working on my first build and had a quick question about technique for one thing.  I’m in the process of trimming the helmet eyes and teeth and I think I have most of it done but I was just wondering if anyone had any tips for the last 4th tooth on each side.  The really tiny one that you’re supposed to trim haha.  Any tips will help!

[TKSpartan[Staff]]

15 minutes ago, N0SweatBobaFett said:

Hey guys!  I’m working on my first build and had a quick question about technique for one thing.  I’m in the process of trimming the helmet eyes and teeth and I think I have most of it done but I was just wondering if anyone had any tips for the last 4th tooth on each side.  The really tiny one that you’re supposed to trim haha.  Any tips will help!

 

Hi Brendan, You could use a fine needle file . Tape around the mouth to prevent scratches. 

 

this video could be useful

 

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Small drill bits and files is what I used.

 

A couple of references of screen teeth

 

  

[FN1313[501st]]

Usually I start any small areas with a small drill bit and create (if possible) two or more connect the dot drilling areas a bit inside of where the actual edges of the openings should be. (Example being red dots)

Next I get a needle file, usually starting with a round one and I “connect the dots so to say. (Example being yellow lines)
This will then open up a small hole area for you to do the progressive needle file work. I will switch to a flat edge or rectangular one when I approach sharp edges to give them that sharp angle and not a curved angle.

It’s a bit of manual labor and may make your arm hurt, but at the least it’s plastic in small areas and not a nightmare of a fiberglass/resin helmet with large areas.

Also note if you feel you are pushing too hard with the drill and don’t want to damage anything you can start drilling in reverse to make the initial drill entry and then turn it forward to drill through. I’ve never had issues with drilling through plastic, but just be mindful.


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[N0SweatBobaFett]

On 3/12/2023 at 12:19 AM, FN1313 said:

Usually I start any small areas with a small drill bit and create (if possible) two or more connect the dot drilling areas a bit inside of where the actual edges of the openings should be. (Example being red dots)

Next I get a needle file, usually starting with a round one and I “connect the dots so to say. (Example being yellow lines)
This will then open up a small hole area for you to do the progressive needle file work. I will switch to a flat edge or rectangular one when I approach sharp edges to give them that sharp angle and not a curved angle.

It’s a bit of manual labor and may make your arm hurt, but at the least it’s plastic in small areas and not a nightmare of a fiberglass/resin helmet with large areas.

Also note if you feel you are pushing too hard with the drill and don’t want to damage anything you can start drilling in reverse to make the initial drill entry and then turn it forward to drill through. I’ve never had issues with drilling through plastic, but just be mindful.


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Thank you so much!!!  I really appreciate it! The needle file should definitely help!  I just picked a set up today.  

[justjoseph63[Staff]]

It's best to take off a bit at a time until you reach the desired size/shape of the eyes and teeth.  When in doubt, post up a few photos and we can help get you exactly where you need to be!