Exodus[TK] Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Hi everyone, So in an effort to make my FX (shudder), I've been working on deployment mods. However, I'm having trouble with the TD. I used a version of super Glue to hold the clips to the ABS TD, but the glue does not hold. Once the glue tries it appears to make a strong bond. However, when I try to slip the clips onto my belt, they break contact with the TD and fall off. Any recommendations for a glue that will bond the metal to the ABS plastic of the TD? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperTrooper Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Use the Devcon 5 minute epoxy. Not the plastic weld just the normal epoxy. Also make sure you sand the surfaces that are going to be glued, this makes for a better bond. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott M.[TK] Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 You could also try E6000. You can get it at most hobby or craft stores. Also, try drilling 2-3 holes in the back of the clip, where it attaches to the TD. When you glue it, make sure some comes up thru the hole and expands beyond the opening. This will help keep the clips in place better than just direct contact. You could also try the same with the back of the TD, drill a couple of small holes for the glue to fill into. Good luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodus[TK] Posted May 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Mike TK1536 used Gorilla glue which I picked up today at Target (close to home). I'm going to give that a try this evening and see if that works. If its doesn't I'll give the E6K or Epoxy a try. Scott, good idea about the holes. I'm almost thinking I should rivet the darn thing, but I'm worried I'll lose strength in the bankers clips when I try to bend them back into shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty White Boy[501st] Posted May 20, 2007 Report Share Posted May 20, 2007 At the risk of sounding stupid, I take it the use of. "TD" isn't for Sand Trooper? What are you glueing anyway? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted May 20, 2007 Report Share Posted May 20, 2007 TD=Thermal Detonator or 02 Canister as it's also known. You know, the bit that clips onto the back of the belt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty White Boy[501st] Posted May 20, 2007 Report Share Posted May 20, 2007 DUH! OK, now I'm on the same page! Some ideas have come up, and yes sanding or even taking a grinder to the metal will improve adhesion. But what would be wrong with just using a few 1/4 X 20 bolts with lock washers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kunra Posted October 28, 2007 Report Share Posted October 28, 2007 any one know where to find the clips? i have tried b&q, marks & Spencer, next, stationary box, maplin, Woolworths and pets @ home and the closest i could find was a corner bracket that 1. i would need to bend and 2. was too narrow looking at the pictures. any help here would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-4510[TK] Posted October 28, 2007 Report Share Posted October 28, 2007 I used pop rivets. They are your best friend. I pop riveted the "TD" right to my belt. It looks great and never EVER comes off. Just make sure its centered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBJ[501st] Posted October 29, 2007 Report Share Posted October 29, 2007 ..I used pop rivits and they work great..I found the clips at Staples.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott M.[TK] Posted October 29, 2007 Report Share Posted October 29, 2007 I would suggest trying any form of leather store. I used ones from Tandy Leather: Tandy Clip link I am guessing something similar could be found at most leather places, even in the UK. Tandy may ship overseas as well, I have never tried that. Best of luck, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-4510[TK] Posted October 30, 2007 Report Share Posted October 30, 2007 the clips used for the little mirrors that hang over the sun shades in your car will work as well. Most stores carry those "make up" mirrors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTKenobi[TK] Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 Does anyone know how the originals metal pieces were attached to the TD? I am using bankers clips but would like to attach them as 'accurately' as possible. I am guessing rivets and would also like to know how many to use on each clip. Thanks, JT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 I built my canister as close to the originals. From what I can see, they used flat aluminium bar that was bent to shape and riveted in place. TE said that the clips are 1 1/4" wide. I used 1" originally, then changed to 1 1/4" but I think the bar I use is slightly thicker than the originals, but is all I can get (so far). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTKenobi[TK] Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Hey Paul, Thanks for the reply. It looks like 3 rivets you got there, yeah? Oh yeah, and can you tell me how wide your end-caps are in 'MM' as well as the length of the whole TD from end to end? THANKS!! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeTK1536[501st] Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Paul is on the right track. But the Bankers clips will work just fine as well, and either E6000 or Gorilla Glue should work fine for attaching them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodus[TK] Posted January 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Paul is on the right track.But the Bankers clips will work just fine as well, and either E6000 or Gorilla Glue should work fine for attaching them. Yes sir, I used Gorilla glue and the bond is fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK4999[TK] Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Yes sir, I used Gorilla glue and the bond is fantastic. Ed, I use gorilla glue too, but keep in mind that if a fan has their arm behind your back for a picture, they can break the bond if they hit it hard enough when they drop their arm. I know because it has happened to me twice. But I just glue it right back together again for the next troop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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