krudler Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 So I took the plunge and ordered an ATA helmet, now I have questions lol. When it comes to the paint job, is it spray paint only or can it be done by hand? and which way is better, assemble then paint or the other way around? Do most people use hobby knives to do the cutting or would it be worth investing in a Dremel tool? theres so much info and options on here its overwhelming lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GosHawk[501st] Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) krudler said: So I took the plunge and ordered an ATA helmet, now I have questions lol. When it comes to the paint job, is it spray paint only or can it be done by hand? and which way is better, assemble then paint or the other way around? Do most people use hobby knives to do the cutting or would it be worth investing in a Dremel tool? theres so much info and options on here its overwhelming lol this is the tutorial I'm using for my ATA bucket. ----- as far as paint goes, ----- check that out. I'm going with something different with my helm, I'm going to be using wet 'n dry sanding then polishing it. It'll have more of a dull look to it since mine is going to be a sand trooper. this thread talks about the different supplies you'll need. ----- hope this helps and have fun! Edited December 5, 2020 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK5144[TK] Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) krudler said: So I took the plunge and ordered an ATA helmet, now I have questions lol. When it comes to the paint job, is it spray paint only or can it be done by hand? and which way is better, assemble then paint or the other way around? Do most people use hobby knives to do the cutting or would it be worth investing in a Dremel tool? theres so much info and options on here its overwhelming lol Put it together, then paint. I don't know of anyone that has done it by hand paint - I used spray paint. The Rustoleum High gloss worked WELL! I used both the exacto knife AND a little bit of dremel, although I think you could do most (all?) of the ATA with the knife.... it is fairly thin and easy to work with. Then again, who doesn't have a need for a dremel once in a while - you know you want one! I agree - use the above videos for guidance. They are spot on, extremely helpful, done by what seems to be regarded as the best armor builder/assembler/painter around. Plus you can buy his decals for your ATA lid too. ----- good luck, have fun, take pictures (and post them). Derek Edited December 5, 2020 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krudler Posted August 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 Lol thats very true about the dremel, every man should have one, thanks for all the tips that TE2 build thread is exactly what I was looking for, now I need to start shopping for supplies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krudler Posted September 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 Need advice on spray paint, Rustoleum isnt available in Ireland but most hardware places sell Plastikote paint instead, can get white primer and glossy white which I hope will do the job,anyone in the UK use this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naatsirhc[TK] Posted September 9, 2009 Report Share Posted September 9, 2009 Curved lexan scissors work well to trim sides and neck area. If you don't use a dremmel you will need small hobby files to smooth the teeth and eye socket. There are a lot of ATA buckets being built right now, we are all in this together! Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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