Discussion on Official: Greeblie Thread within the Boba Fett Costume forum, part of the Star Wars Original Trilogy Bounty Hunters category; Hey, Thanks to help from lonepigeon's awesome webpage The Parts
Hey, Thanks to help from lonepigeon's awesome webpage The Parts of Star Wars, I was able to find a greeble for the ESB Rifle.
I picked up the Revell Visable V8 Kit on ebay for $9.99
That was a great deal considering I see them go from $45 to $65. Here is a pic
It also has a ROTJ stock plate among a ton of other Star Wars items, http://www.partsofsw.com/v8parts.htm
Here is a pic of it:
Wow, cool Spidey!!!!! Will be in touch...
cool!!!???
where does the connecting rod go to?...is that the stock detail?
You can barely make it out here in this pic. I can't find any better pics right now so if anyone has any clearer pics, please post.
You can see it pretty well in this pic:
ohhhhhh......i see it now.you guys are good.i never even noticed that before.i need to turn the brighness up on my computer...LOL.
Heh heh. Got the ESB rear chamber detail pieces as well as 4 of the 6 ESB stock plates and hopefullt have 1 of the small RotJ plates on the way. If anyone has one of the small RotJ stock plates listed above, please let me know! I need it!
BTW, not to try to steal this thread, but is there any interest in cast copies of the 4 ESB stock plates? They are the same pieces that are found on the neck of the Vader reveal. If there is deman and I can find a reliable source to cast them, I will be glad to make these available.
Well, I'm not even close to being ready to do an ESB Blaster, but, as someone said to me the other day (and I paraphrase): You can't wait until you're ready to get the best parts, you have to get them when they're available.
Put me down BB!
Jer
I don't need any of those ESB stock plates, but I'd like to have some of those connecting rods from the Revell kit that Spidey found.
Any chance those could be cast and offered?
I never cease to be amazed at the resourcefulness of the TDHer's!!!!
Well done Spidey and BB!!
Braks I thought there were only 4 of the split plugs on the stock?? Two on each side,and a mystery plate in the middle of the split plug connectors.Help
Steve
I have a mold of the connecting rods so I can make castings available to anyone who wants them. It's just a single sided mold so the back side would be flat. If anyone wants some resin copies just PM me.Hammerhead wrote:I don't need any of those ESB stock plates, but I'd like to have some of those connecting rods from the Revell kit that Spidey found.
Any chance those could be cast and offered?
Does anyone know what these are? I cant seem to find a good pic showing this detail.
If anybody would know or can show a close-up pic - I'll surely appreciate it!
Thanks!
Mardon
Hey Mlcallanta,
Are you talking about these:
Hope this helps...
Stay safe.
Tim.
They are electrical cord plugs from the UK. I'm trying to find the pic that shows them on the Vader reveal neck (they were used there too). Maybe someone else will chime in with a pic/more info.
MaxPlague, do you mean these pics?
what do you need (besides a time machine)to find these things?
What the...???
Now where could I get those? UK?
How about the middle (square) stock plate? From what contraption did they get this piece now?
Mardon
I'm from the UK originally, and I've never seen any electrical plugs like that there before.
MaxPlague wrote:
They are electrical cord plugs from the UK. I'm trying to find the pic that shows them on the Vader reveal neck (they were used there too). Maybe someone else will chime in with a pic/more info.
I was born in the early 70's and right from a little boy I went to work with my father who was an electrician. As long back as I can remember, they've been the 3 rectangular pin type plugs, which don't look anything like the ones pictured.
Either they're a really old type (ie: probably outdated in the 50's) or they're a European plug.
Steve
Ooops, might not be UK specific plugs, but I do recall them being European...sorry for the confusion. They are opened in half and laid flat on the stock. They are quite old and were once found at a TV or radio repair shop if memory serves. I might be able to get a pic of one and post it later this evening.
The middle piece remains a mystery and has been rumored as possibly an old math co-processor or perhaps part of a model ship deck.
Thanks for the info guys, I appreciate it!
I guess those have to be scratch-built.
Mardon
Hey Mardon,
Glad to help [posting the pics anyways...LOL]!
Good luck and hey, you got mail!
Stay safe.
Tim.
I thought the mods or somebody would have posted this by now. Also check the link to the RPF archive thread within this link.
http://tdh.prop-planet.com/viewtopic...c=1463&forum=5
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<font color="#ff0000">UPDATE: Monday 7th April, 2003
The box of connector blocks have arrived from Italy and are now available for sale in the TDH Cargo Hold forum: (Click on the following link)
FS: Boba Fett ESB Blaster Blocks (original items)
Steve
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<font color="#ff0000">UPDATE: Saturday 22nd March, 2003
Okay, just a quicky.
When I said that the pin numbering was different, I'm very pleased to say I was wrong. After looking more closely at DrMaul's reference image of the block on the Hoth Rebel Blaster, the pin numbering is identical - the amount of paint on top of the blaster was throwing me off.
These connectors are 100% identical to the original used parts!
Steve
PS: I'm managing to perch on the edge of my chair tonight, butt (pun intended) couldn't sit at all yesterday. Driving is still a few days off.
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<font color="#ff0000">UPDATE: Thursday 20th March, 2003
I found a broker today and gave him all the information - he'll be sending the wire transfer first thing tomorrow morning.
I won't be around for a few days, as I'm having some surgery tomorrow to remove an abcess near my tail bone. If it's as deep as I think it is, I'll have an open wound (packed with gauze) and won't be able to drive or sit on the computer for a while afterwards.
Hopefully I'll be back on my butt by the time the connectors arrive, so I can work out the final price and ship them out to everyone.
Steve
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<font color="#ff0000">UPDATE: Thursday 13th March, 2003
I got a good quote back from a company in Italy, but they want an international money transfer into their bank, so I'm now waiting for a quote from a contact in the UK.
I'll give the UK a few more days, otherwise I'll get them from Italy.
Has anyone had experience doing international money transfers into European banks before?
Steve
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<font color="#ff0000">UPDATE: Tuesday 4th March, 2003
I'm having problems getting hold of these connectors as they are not available in the US without a special order.
They are manufactured by the European division of Tyco Electronics/AMP and are made for that market (which makes sense, as the Star Wars props were built in England).
My regular supplier, who is a major distributor of Tyco/AMP products has quoted me a minimum order of 1000x items - which is crazy, since so far only around 250x are required. If this is the only route available, then the cost would rise to $15 per set, otherwise I'd be making a high loss.
At the moment, I am contacting European electronics suppliers to see about ordering 300x from abroad and having them imported into the US.
It appears that the cost of each connector is likely to increase, depending on the supplied quote and import duties. I have no idea of this increase yet, but I'm doing everything I can to keep it as low as possible.
Steve
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ESB Blaster blocks... <font color="#ff0000">Identified. (NOT A MOLEX 42022-6)
This is an interest thread that Ob1Kenny of the RPF suggested I start.
I've been searching for various Star Wars prop parts for the past few months and have managed to find a much better match for the electrical connectors that were used on the sides of Boba Fett's ESB blaster (4 x were fitted to the scope mounts).
Previously, the best that could be found was a Molex #42022-6, but the Molex is quite different. The new connector is virtually identical when compared to Lonepigeon's measurements - it even has the correct latching tabs.
<A HREF="http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&DocId=Customer+Drawin g%7F163035%7FB%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_CD_163035_B.p df" TARGET="_blank">Click on the image to view the original PDF drawing...
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The connector is an AMP .200" Commercial MATE-N-LOK 6 way pin-housing with a latch locking mechanism. AMP part# 1-163035-0.
Compared to Lonepigeon's (RPF again) measurements, this connector is within 0.045" on the length, and within 0.02" (at the most) on the other dimensions.
The only difference I can see is that pins 1-3 are in the opposite order, while pins 4-6 are the same. This may be a change that was made to the product over the years.
Sadly, it's only available in the "natural" (whiteish) color, instead of black, so they will need to be painted.
....
Now, I'm about to place an order for some electronic parts that I need and Kenny suggested that if there was enough interest I should place a bulk order and sell them to members of the RPF.
I need to get an idea of how many I should order - 100x is the minimum for a discount, with 500x being the next discount level up.
I guess people can paint them themselves, but if you'd like me to paint them then say so.
So - who is interested for 4x connectors or more ?
(This is not the actual selling list, but just an idea of how many I need to order).
Does $5 for a set of 4x, including first class S&H sound reasonable? <font color="#ff0000">Final price pending. See above updates.
Best wishes
Steve
sounds awesome......keep us posted.
I'd be up for that, you can count on me buying a few.
Heck yeah!! I'm in!!! $5- set of 4...it's a must-do!!
Count me in for a set or two.
ST
Got a great blaster now but I'm sure I'll be upgrading, and it'd be nice to have a set just in case
Count me in for a set...
Phil
1 set for me too please!
Jer
Just say the word and I'll paypal or whatever you need. Thanks
I'm in for 2 sets!
I'd be in for a set!
I am in for sure!!
already hit yah on the RPF!!
ME ME ME! I want some! ME ME! Let me know when you would like the cash! I would like 3 sets plese
Could you give us an all in price to include shipping to the UK.
Si
OH! I LOVE this place! Count me in for 2 sets.
Edit: nevermind
I haven't got the connectors yet, so I'm unable to weigh them to get a more accurate idea of shipping to the UK, but a guestimate of their weight and the USPS calculator shows about an extra $3-$4 - so an all in estimate is $8 to $9 per set of 4x.
Han Hunter wrote:
Could you give us an all in price to include shipping to the UK.
Si
Steve
Thanks SD72
Hmmm, must consult the 'ol piggy bank, but sounds good.
I'm way off needing them at the mo, but it's be plain rude not to grab 'em while I can (so to speak!).
Will let you know ASAP
Si
I'm down for a set.
tk0000@fanforce.net
No can do. the impending birth of my second child has sucked all spare cash for the foreseeble future.
Any chance this is gonna drag on a couple of months?
Si
On a brighter note, Yay - my 100th post
Put me down for 2 sets. -Mark
Edit: Increased number of sets to 2
Yep. I'd take at least one set, possibly two.
Thanks!
Completely OT, I know, but...
Hey HH (the other HH, that is) I just noticed the Hammerhead in your avatar blinks. How cool is that!
Little things please little minds.
Si
Count me in for a set.
I'm in for a set. Just e-me anytime.
labellebrian@hotmail.com
*Look into the blinking eyes of Hammerhead...you are getting sleeeepy*
Yep, I like the little animated icons. Our own Dustin Crops Boy made that one for me a long time ago!
I'll take 3 setsGreat job on identifying these!!
Steve
Any word when this order will be placed????
On Monday I'll be ordering between 200-250 of them.
Well Paid Killer wrote:
Any word when this order will be placed????
You should see an actual "for sale" thread around the end of next week - maybe the beginning of the week after, depending on how long the order takes to arrive.
Steve
Cool man, thanks!
I'll take a set.
Ed
steveday72, glad to hear the order will be placed soon.
BTW: Whenever you are ready to put up a sign-up thread for these, you might want to put a link to it here in this thread, in case folks come to this here looking for news.
It's cool dude. Whatever you have to do, I'm still in.
For
Appreciate all your efforts man!!
I second that my man!!! Thanks for all the leg work!
Bountys Hunted wrote:
It's cool dude. Whatever you have to do, I'm still in.
For
Appreciate all your efforts man!!
Regarding your update on 3.4: I'm still in, that's still not a bad price.
I agree. 5 bucks or 15 bucks . . . I'm still in too.
Jer
Sure what the hell. It's not like I'll ever find them cheaper, right?
ME WANT, ME NEED, PLEASE HURRY!
Steve,
I did an international bank transfer once . . . . it wasn't fun. Just get as much information as possible. Company name, you'll need their account numbers, transfer codes, etc. Full address . . . pretty much anything you can possibly get on the company . . and take that all to the bank. If you're like me, it probably STILL won't be all the information they need, and will be formatted differently but, just keep pushing them, and it will go through. Mine took a few days.
Jer
SWEET!!!!! I am going to copy this over to my thread as well about conversion updates!
Thanks Ego. I managed to find a good broker and the supplier in Italy must've given me everything I needed, as the transaction went smoothly.
Ego wrote:
Steve,
I did an international bank transfer once . . . . it wasn't fun. Just get as much information as possible. Company name, you'll need their account numbers, transfer codes, etc. Full address . . . pretty much anything you can possibly get on the company . . and take that all to the bank. If you're like me, it probably STILL won't be all the information they need, and will be formatted differently but, just keep pushing them, and it will go through. Mine took a few days.
Jer
Steve
Would still like to have a set.
ST
The blocks have arrived and I'm accepting orders in the Cargo Hold - read the first message in this thread for the link to the "For Sale" message.
ADMINS: Please do not delete this thread, as it contains details and specifications of the exact part that was used on the original prop. If the thread is gone, then so is the information.
Steve
I am going to need a set of these for my blaster, Does anyone know were I can STILL get a set?
They should still be available in the Cargo Hold. See the Edit of the First Post.
They are a absolute must-have!
Links give me a "does not exsist" message, and I do not see them in the cargo hold.
All ads in the Cargo Hold are removed after two weeks by the moderators. I've just reposted it and the following link will take you there until the Cargo Hold is purged again.
http://tdh.prop-planet.com/viewtopic...forum=93249782
Steve
Hi all,
I've done some searching and found some info, but not a definitive list of parts and sources thereof.
I'm trying to gather data on the greeblies which appear on the EE-3 in it's 2 incarnations. I need the info myself, but thought it would also be helpful if the data could be organised into one place that could act as a point of reference and be updated as and when new discoveries occur.
So far my understanding is as follows:
The stock in the ESB versions has 2 sides of an as yet unidentified plug, plus an unidentified square piece between them on both sides of the stock.
The stock in the RotJ version has 2 unidentified greeblies, the same on both sides, but different to those on the ESB version.
The body of the gun, just under the hammer, has a push rod from the Revell V8 engine on both sides, but only in some shots in ESB, so both with and without could be accurate depending on which ESB scene you look at.
The scope mounts for ESB consist of the blaster blocks (found parts - cheers Steve), as yet unidentified rings and as yet unidentified blocks or square tubing between the blaster blocks.
Can those in the know comment upon this and LMK if what info I have so far is correct. If it is not, please correct me, and if I have missed anything out, please let me know.
I'd be VERY interested to hear from anyone who has the found parts for any of these (except the blaster blocks, which I have covered), or any one of our talented members who have created a screen accurate copy of any or all of them. PM me if you would be so kind
I may have some bits covered as well as the blaster blocks once the very kind individual in question has unpacked whichever box they are in following his house move, but I won't know which bits until he does, so chuck what you've got at me, everybody, and I'll pick up the bits from there.
Many thanks for your time ladies and gents.
Carry on.
Si
The ESB EE-3 stock plugs have been identified as "split plugs" which are found in the UK.......at least that's where mine came from.These are the same as used on the Vader reveal helmet.
Steve
That's the curious thing. I'm in the UK, have lived here 32 years and have never see those plugs.
In my searches, Steveday mentioned he was brought up over here, and was an electricians son, accompanied dad on all sorts of jobs, and he's never seen them either.
Does anyone have a make, or model number, or a contact address/tel no for the maker/supplier (assuming they are still available)?
If not, back to my original questions.....
Si
My guess is the plugs were for electronics applications not for household wiring. They are pretty small and judging by the pin size would only be good for thin wires. I've been able to pick up several of these plugs off the boards here and there. They always shipped from the UK.
Si,
I got you and Mardon covered for the ESB 'split plugs'. No worries.
Rest easy son, you've had a busy day...'
Stay safe.
Tim.
Halo you happen to got any more of those?
Crisisfilms,
Like with the found ROTJ LEDs, I'm still sourcing for em in all the weird places and old shops.
Hell, just a few days back I found 2 reasonably priced REAL WORLD NOKIA Matrix phones.
If I'm unsuccessful, no worries cause Mardon will be casting em for sale. As for the ones pictured, I got em off a good buddy living in Europe.
Stay safe.
Tim.
Cool thanks
Yes Tim...thems be the ones I'm talking about.
Steve
Nice score Tim!!! Be needing a set or two of them...
take care,
-Rex
I believe the "push rods" are always on the ESB, though I don't think it's ever been proven that they're on BOTH sides.
Only one stock greeblie on the ROTJ has been identified (the forward one) it's V8 kit part #92 -Starting Gear Case Cover (1977 model kit or earlier only).
The "split plugs" are actually AM aerial/earth connectors from European radio tuners. So far only the FM type have been found (pictured above)- the only difference is the shape of the prong holes.
I also have these being cast right now (only 'cause no one else seemed to have them and I needed two more).
That's a great help, Chris. Many thanks.
Mardon is looking to scratchbuild the ones we can't source. I've almost gone blind looking for good ref pics of these and made some interesting discoveries on the way.
Si
I was thinking about the "push rod" or connecting rod (which ever you know it as) for the ESB Blaster and where it is located. My thought was this...Maybe when ILM put it together they were thinking about a "safety" switch for the blaster and added the connecting rod with that function in mind. Thus it would only be on one side. Just a theory.
Hi
Just asking if you have more of these. PM sent
Thanks Richard
If anyone needs the real vintage V8 connecting rods, I have 2 left for sale in the junkyard
http://tdh.prop-planet.com/viewtopic...forum=93249782
Here is one of the few decent pics that shows what might be inside the box on the ESB rifle's stock.
Weren't those agreed upon a while back as being some Euro split plug covers or something to that effect (or am I thinking of something else on the ESB stock)?
I believe this is the part located in between the split plugs (unless your thinking of something else :p )
Yup, you're thinking of the parts to the left and right of that item. This is a box on the center of the stock with some greeblies inside.
Gotcha. Any theories on what this part may be?
I am completely stumped. I am hoping this pic, as poor as it is, at least generates some ideas. The box appears to be almost like a reddish metallic colors in most pics.
?
Maybe it's some sort of switch?
I will check out my Rivel V8 Model that a bunch of parts came form. Maybe its in there as well.
Jan 5th 2004.
I just updated the first message in the thread, to show that I only have 5 x sets of blocks remaining.
The ad is listed in the cargo hold.
Steve
I hope I'm not stepping on anyone's toes here, but for any Australia Fett-fans out there that might be put off by cost of shipping etc from The States, you can obtain a VERY similar item from your local "Dick Smith Electronics" shop.
They come in packs of 2, and I just bought 2 packs for 9.95AUS
and yes.......I squealed like a girl when I found them
All of the sets of blocks have now been sold.
I don't plan on getting any more in, unless there's a large order (at least 20x sets).
Thanks to everyone who bought them, I hope to see lots of ESB BlasTech rifles on the board!
Steve
Here is a quick an easy way to make a "hardware" split plug from styrene. Tools needed are an exacto knife, drill, some type of rotary tool (Dremel) or round file, glues, sandpaper, and Bondo filler.
I made some templates from a picture of the split plug (I think this image came from the RPF - sorry I'm not sure who posted it). These diagrams should line up over each other to create the depth you need to create the plug. The diagram should be 3.25" wide x 1.25" tall @ 100 dpi.
You'll need a sheet of 1/16" styrene. If you do not have access to a hobby shop, you can get some from Lowes or HD. I bought a big "for sale" sign to use.
Cut this part out first.
The holes in the center need to be drilled out. The dotted line boxes on the either side of it need to be left on there. This material will be removed with your Dremel or file.
Next, cut these 3 pieces out.
The holes need to be drilled out. The dotted line boxes on the either side of it need to be left on there. This material will be removed with your Dremel or file. I used super glue to attach these pieces to the base piece.
Next, cut out these 3 pieces.
The holes in the center need to be drilled out. I also used used super glue to attach these pieces to the base piece.
Now, you can sand and clean up the pieces. I used JB Weld to fill in the outside wall of the sections. This added extra holding power, and it is a good sandable surface you can shape and use to hide any bad cuts.
Take your Dremel tool (or file) and remove the dotted boxes. Refer to the first pic to see how the side are concave on the original piece.
Paint with primer.
Allow drying time and then fill anything that needs filling with the Bondo filler.
Sand again, and repaint.
If I can borrow a digicam, I'll post a pic or two of mine.
Any questions or comments, feel free to post.
Seems like this would be a nice sunday project and would add some detail to my ESB blaster.I only have the basic shape cut out from styrene and glued to my blaster, but it looks too plain.Im going to give this a try
Thanks for sharing your templates FT! I'll be adding this project to my list.
Very nice indeed...
DuH!
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