Mark VI multiplayer build

[Maverick206]

fiberglass in, next step resin again. i did end up using spray adhesive. so thanks guys and gals.

 

[Maverick206]

finally. so not trying to reinvent the wheel, but has anyone ever used Evercoat instead of Bondo? I have read its better then Bondo. apply smoother and less sanding etc etc.

 

[PerniciousDuke]

I'm sure many people use Evercoat on here, I do, but I call it bondo because it's easier. They are both body fillers and there are others out there, but bondo has become the term people use when talking about body fillers. Kinda like facial tissues vs Kleenex.

As far as Evercoat, I haven't noticed a huge difference, but I do like it. Bondo brand is also easy to get and cheap at $6/quart. Quart should last you at least two helmets, maybe three.

 

[Lady Cue]

I would use spray adheasive rather that dipping, we have tried dipping and it always seems to get messy. Bondo i think is a bit cheaper to use, i have never used evercoat. it looks great. and its always awesome when you get the whole family involved in one of these projects.

 

[Maverick206]

little more progress

 

[Maverick206]

more progress.

 

[PapaBraus]

Just be careful with sizing because kids that age grow like weeds and the helmet might only fit for a short time if it is too small. Did a helmet for my cousin and it wouldn't even fit when finished and I think that was the fastest I have ever made something.

Nevermind the sizing. Good luck getting a 2 year old to wear that for longer than 10 seconds.

 

[Maverick206]

Nevermind the sizing. Good luck getting a 2 year old to wear that for longer than 10 seconds.

Oh man he loves wearing masks and helmets. It's funny yet odd

 

[PapaBraus]

Lucky. I can't get my kid to wear a hat.

 

[Maverick206]

hey guys. so still working on the helmet soon as I get home today I will upload a photo of my bondo progress. getting ever closer to the painting stage.

 

[Maverick206]

been super busy but here is a side project ive been working on. trying to catch it up to the MK VI helmet. It has been a super challenging build as its my 3rd helmet.have a couple finishing touches to do then done with paper part.

 

[Maverick206]

more progress. roughed-in some parts. got my visor cut out.and the little guy is loving so far.

 

[Maverick206]

got more bondo done and some primer down to see my imperfections. getting closer

 

[Phule]

Looks great

 

[Reclaimara]

Not bad! Still some more sanding to do, but you got this.

 

[Maverick206]

Thanks everyone for sticking it out and leaving comments. Its been a slow build with work and two kids. but I get my visor monday and excited to test fit that. still have to find a good LED pre-wire kit. While waiting for bondo and resin to dry on my other sons phase 2 clone trooper helmet ive started work on a another helmet. My buddy has created a monster lol.

 

[PerniciousDuke]

My buddy has created a monster lol.

Haha. But at least you'll be a well armored monster.