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Gothem City Day

Dome Motor Revised

Ok, I was unhappy with the noise the Vex motor was making and I did'nt see anyway of making it more quite. So the motor I removed from my Satallite shoulder motor I put to use.

It was a real pain getting the motor out of the housing and then getting the gear head off the motor, But I got it done and now here is where the motor is now.

The top pic shows how I mounted the new setup in the A&A frame and this is where it was before with the Vex motor, So there should be no problems here. The 2nd and 3rd pic shows how it mounted to the mounting plate and the support frame I put around the motor.

I know the frame is alittle out of square, But it does'nt hurt anything and that's how it bolted up at the bottom. I'll use a Syren10 between the Vex Micro and the motor, Since the Vex can't handle this type of motor. It will be so nice to have the dome turn and not make any noise.

More E-11 Pics

I started working on the Scope and the Mounting Rod. I compared the pics at:

http://uniquecanes.com/new/item_replicas_starwars_stormtrooperE11.php

And this is kinda close, But I need the cone shaped Eye piece.

I also bought some rough texture paint for the blaster when I get it ready and

I'm going to try to dry brush some areas where it will look weathered and banged around.

So it's still in the rough stage, But I think it might turn out OK.

Lookin' Better

I got more done today than I expected. Still got along way to go, But I was very happy the way it has turned out so far. I have very few pits in the bondo to fix and then I'll prime that gray area. I stuck the aluminum part on to see what it would look like, But I have alot more work and paint in this area. So seeya later!!!

More E-11 Work

In these Pics, You can see how the Blaster is starting to look more correct.

I have the clamps in place till the glue dries and once this is done, I can start the bondo work on the bad spots. For the bullet magazine, I used a old Dreamcast memory can box. It fit the area perfect and all I have to do is build up the sides for a complete box.

The counter was ordered on Ebay and I took the window and the number counter out of the assembly and added it to the gun. The number is suppose to be 00138, But all I could fit was 1138.

So this is where I stand on this project and will have new pics soon.

E-11 Blaster Build

Here's the Blaster I'm working on while waiting for R2 parts.

It's a Kenner and I'm converting it to look more like the movie version.

It's in real rough condition right now, Due to all the cutting I had to do.

In the 1st pic, You can see the counter box. I have a counter dial on the way and

will mount it inside the box. I used some Aluminum strap and square tubing to make

the swing arm, But mine will not move. I also need to make the very front part.

I used the same Aluminum strap to make the scope rail, Which you can see in the 2nd

pic is not finished.

Once the counter dial gets here, I'll post more pics.

This is the site I get my ideas from and they do nice work.

http://uniquecanes.com/new/item_replicas_starwars_stormtrooperE11.php

I'm BACK!!!

Vacation is over, It was nice to get away for 1 week and we had allot of fun in Orlando.
So, Now I'm back to waiting for R2 parts and I found a Kenner Storm Trooper Blaster
while I was in Orlando.
When I got home the Blaster Butcher started.
Kenner does a nice job at making the Blaster, But allot of things are not correct and I
got out the Dremel and started making the changes.
I'll post some pics tomorrow.
Anyway it's nice to be back.

Watto !!!!!

Here's a pic of the Ebay Winnings.

Watto is my 1st Lifesize Prop and I can't wait till he gets here. They said he's in good condition, But I had to sign an agreement to fold the wings for shipping. When he arrives I'll see how much damage I have to repair.

More Leg Work

Happy Easter Everyone!!!

I got alittle work done before the Family Feast started.

The Aluminum Shoulder Rings, I had these made along time ago and they are to spec. A man in California (An ex-racer car driver) has a machine shop and he was nice enough to make these for me. He could'nt believe what I was building.

The Black Spacers come with the A&A Frame and I added some Nylon shims to get the correct bolt size.

You can see in the pics how each piece fits together to leave no unwanted play. I will bolt the Aluminum Shoulder to the leg, Since I do not plan to go with the 2-3-2 movement. The only thing I need to figure out is what type of bolt head do I want down in the leg to bolt to the Sat. motors.

Ok now the Hard Stuff

Those holes for the Underarm Details are a pain in the Butt!!!

This is my 1st cut and it's really rough, I'll have to putty and chisel and sand the mud out of this area. And here's a pic of the Hub setting down in it's spot, Just temporary.

Back on the Legs

The Pics show the bottom, center and top panels.

I routed with my Dremel into the bottom panel for the hub to have the correct clearence.

The center panel I cut a slot down the center for the wiring to fit. I was going to insert an Aluminum tube down this area for added strength, But it was taking up to much room.

The top panel is Birch, This will give me a nice smooth finish to the outside.

Oh yeah, The hole saw showed up!!

Battery Boxes

Started fitting the Boxes to the Krider foot and the hose fittings. I cut a keyhole into the battery box, So I can remove the boxes as needed.

Most people cut the keyhole into the foot instead of the box, But I want to add some battery trays inside the boxes for the batteries to slide into the boxes and have nothing sticking into this area so I did the process backwards. Still need to get the feet welded, But I'm trying to get a nice fit first.

Motor Mods

Still waiting for the Holesaw, So I decided to work on the foot motors again. I'm removing some of the weight from the mounts while not removing any of the strength from the design.

Around the motor area there was no need for the Aluminum plate to surround the motor so I removed this area. At the rear of the top plate I angled this area to fit alittle better in the foot and the small square tube beside it, I'm cutting to the shape of the top plate for the Omni-Wheel to bolt to this area. You can see where it will be mounted by the clamp holding it in place.

The front area around the wheels, I removed a small portion to give the wheels alittle more room. Next week I'll order the Omni-Wheels for this and hopefully be able to finish this part.

Leg Work 3

Still on the 1st leg and I'm at a standstill.

I searched around town for a 3-3/8 holesaw and no one had 1 in stock, So it was off to the internet and the going price was around $50.00.

Luckly, Someone on Ebay had 1 for 10.00, So as soon as it gets here I can continue work.

I also had a problem getting a 1/4 board, So I had to use 1/2 Birch. That puts me about 1/8 over the blueprints. I think I'll be OK cause I noticed that the legs are shimmed when the are inserted into Jag's Ankles. Once I get back to this, I'll get the bondo and catch the low spots for a nice finish.

Leg Work 2

I got the 1st 2 boards cut to shape and it was'nt too bad.

I will have to add the 3/4 board as a face instead of sandwiched between the 2 boards, The reason for this is: The hub is deep and I will cut the circle for it to fit through the 1/4 and through the 3/4 and a small amount will have to be cut into the last 3/4.

Finding this problem, I will have to cut a Aluminum flat circle to insert into the leg for added support where it bolts to the body. I also found that the thickness of the leg is slightly smaller than what the blueprints show. :(

Anyway, I sat my goodies on the leg so I can see my progress.

Leg Work

Ok, I just can't got the $500.00 for the Aluminum Legs.

So here's the route I'll have to take.

I pencil marked the measurements on wood, The wood will be in 3 layers. The front and back panels will be made from 3/4 and a center piece will be 1/4, Total thickness will be 1-3/4.

Once I cut the 3 panels, I will glue them together and also steel pin them in certain spots.

So here's the 1st pics of my future DISASTER!!!!

Radar Eye

Got the Eye painted, But I can't set it yet.

The paint is still soft and I don't want to get fingerprints in the paint.

Once it dries, I'll be able to to set and give it the 1st wax job. Once it's waxed that dark luster will appear and it looks alot different.

Foot Work

Now that the crunch of the Southern meeting is over, I have time to work on other things.

The Krider Budjet foot shells are a pain in the butt. Also the channel aluminum I have is too short, So I'll have to get some more.

Once I get everything fitted, I'll get the feet fully welded and then I'll start to fit the Battery Boxes.

R2 was watching in the background as I worked on his new means of transportation.

Southern Meet

This meeting was AWESOME!!!
Daniel's house is huge and was the perfect spot for this meet.
There was more people this time and alot of ideas changed hands.
It was nice to see some Newbie's getting started on their R2's.
Seems like the Southern Group is starting to grow and it makes
more interesting and new ideas are flowing like water.