U wing helmet build

Blue Banshee Leader (Alex Buirch) · Posted: Thu Oct 11, 2018 6:29 am Post subject:

Looking nice. I totally need one.

Ever thought of asking the 3D modeler guy to just model the helmet?
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wtyler3 () · Joined: 05 Jul 2017 Posts: 155 Medals: None

I am sure he could. I just need to finish the paint job, form the visor and I am done:)

wtyler3 () · Joined: 05 Jul 2017 Posts: 155 Medals: None

UPDATE: NOT DONE YET:(

STILL slow going. Been working on the chest box, visor, and flak vest.My paint scheme is based on these pics. Here is what I have so far based on these:

Side:

Front:

I removed the insert (notice hole in the side) as I didn't like how far from the helmet is was so need to grind off material today.

The visor still needs work. I think I am almost there, need to sand and shape it then run some vacuum form tests.

wtyler3 () · Joined: 05 Jul 2017 Posts: 155 Medals: None

I have been mucking around with this build. I finished the side cutouts to my satisfaction, I had to grind out a lot of the inner material to allow the close plate to fit closer to the side crests.

This is what it looked like before I removed the inner edge material.

Result:

I started a test base painting to see what I am up against. First layers down, I am sanding it smooth then will airbrush it to finish.

I should be getting the correct decals for the phoenix on the front and the side grill thingy in the next few weeks.

I also got in the first ( I think) U wing vest from Wampawear. We had to make an adjustment in shape and size for that front part so it is now back with them to correct it.

I also got the U wing chest box commission for modeling and 3D printing. I have a few issues with accuracy to fix but should be easy to do.

Feels like I might actually finish this!

Blue Banshee Leader (Alex Buirch) · Posted: Tue Jan 15, 2019 6:56 am Post subject:

Looking good! Smile

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wtyler3 () · Joined: 05 Jul 2017 Posts: 155 Medals: None

Thanks Blue!

wtyler3 () · Joined: 05 Jul 2017 Posts: 155 Medals: None

Well, it has been awhile but good news. I finally found my paint mix formula that I ran out of for the blue color months ago. YES! I got frustrated with attempts to recreate it. But I can finally finish the paint job and then the visor.

Blue Banshee Leader (Alex Buirch) · Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 6:24 am Post subject:

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