*Update* 3D Printed ROTJ EE-3 Build…and Subsequent Repair.

[ShortFuse]

At the beginning of this year I commissioned 3D Master Lazerjock to print me a resin ROTJ EE-3 kit using RafalFett models.

This is the beautiful result.

The resolution is very high and will require little to no sanding. I purchased the aluminum stock bracket from Airmarshal, since a resin one would be too fragile and would eventually and undoubtedly break. The stock bracket fits in the slot and bolt holes line up perfectly. A testament to these three guys.

Not pictured is a 4x20 scope I purchased due to the printed one being very thin-walled and fragile.

This will be taking the place of my current EE-3, that is a Hasbro conversion I did several years ago.

My first step will be to shoot everything with primer to see if there is any sanding required and then do a preliminary assembly. Are there any suggestions for hardware types/sizes? Any help or tips would be greatly appreciated since this will be my first actual EE-3 kit build. Thanks.

 

[DennisFett1142]

That is very nice! Looking forward to the build.

 

[Irongladiator]

ShortFuse
Awesome little kit! As you know, we ALL love to add "Metal" parts and pieces to our kits. I seen this in the Cargo Hold, they are spendy. But depending on yer budget, may be worth a look.

For Sale - ROTJ EE-3 Fett Blaster Stock Greeblies (Aluminum)

Is anybody interested in metal Greeblie stock pieces for your ROTJ EE3 Blaster? These pieces will come in either sand blasted aluminum or Sand Blasted and primed. Price would be as follows: Rectangle Stock Greeblie $39 each plus shipping Skull Greeblie each $29 plus shipping (I have not trimmed...

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-Iron

 

[Lazerjock]

Can't wait to see how this turns out.

ShortFuse I know you already saw these notes, but wanted to post them publicly. Maybe they can help someone else.

1. When you are ready to attach the stock greebles they may not lay flat against the stock. Just use a heat gun to warm up the greebles. They will soften enough for you to form them.

2. I did a light sanding of the parts. You may want to go over them again to get the finish you are looking for.

3. When I switched to the grey resin there were 2 places where it left a gap. I filled these in for you. Those are the red spots you see.

4. Primer everything before painting. The prints take paint well as long as they are clean and dry.

5. If a part breaks use super glue to repair it. It works great with this resin.

6. Super glue is also how I recommend assembling the blaster.

7. I don't recommend making any of the parts movable. For example the flair gun can be opened to load a flair. I recommend super gluing everything in place. This is a 3D print not steel.

8. If you break a part beyond repair just let me know I have all of the files and can reprint anything you might need.

9. Please let me know if you have questions about or need help with the assembly. I can walk you though it.

 

[RafalFett]

It looks great! Can't wait to see it assembled and painted.

 

[BudaFett]

Looks wonderful, if you don't mind me asking how much was the print?

 

[ShortFuse]

Looks wonderful, if you don't mind me asking how much was the print?

PM sent.

 

[Lazerjock]

Just checking in on your progress. Been a while.

 

[ShortFuse]

Indeed it has. Unfortunately I haven’t done much since it seems life has been throwing me curve balls here lately and I have found very little free time for this as well as my BM helmet paint up. Rest assured, it has not been forgotten or abandoned.

 

[Irongladiator]

ShortFuse
I know whatcha mean, my Boba Maker Jetpack keeps staring at me and begging to be completed. Hahaha!

 

[ShortFuse]

Small update.

Shot everything with primer. There will need to be a little sanding done but that was to be expected. Overall, the print by Lazerjock is very smooth.

There were a few spots that needed to be filled. I did not initially see these due to the translucency of the resin material.

No problem though. I just need to fill the gaps with the same Bondo glazing putty that I used for the BM helmet repair.

Now to let the putty dry and then sand it down smooth.

I also picked up the replica EE-3 hardware set from Airmarshal. Honestly, it was a little pricey but in this hobby what isn’t? I think they will add a nice touch though.

That’s all for now. Slowly chipping away at it. Thanks.

 

[Irongladiator]

I also picked up the replica EE-3 hardware set from Airmarshal. Honestly, it was a little pricey but in this hobby what isn’t? I think they will add a nice touch though.

ShortFuse
This is really taking shape! Can't wait to see the end result! And yes, it's all about those little touches. Speaking of EE-3's I should reach back out to Sidewinder about my order. I'm in no rush, but super excited to see it.

 

[Lazerjock]

It looks like the small splits occurred where I had to switch from the clear resin to the grey resin. I miscalculated how much the print was going to use and didn't have any more clear.
Sorry.
The build is looking really good!

 

[ShortFuse]

It looks like the small splits occurred where I had to switch from the clear resin to the grey resin. I miscalculated how much the print was going to use and didn't have any more clear.
Sorry.
The build is looking really good!

No worries. It’s an easy fix.
Thanks.

 

[ShortFuse]

No more gaps.

 

[PinkFlamingos6]

Looking good so far! Was never a big fan of the bondo glazing putty but you make it work lol

 

[BudaFett]

Nice and smooth! Always a tedious process.

 

[ShortFuse]

Looking good so far! Was never a big fan of the bondo glazing putty but you make it work lol

Thanks. I like it a lot. Easy to work with, dries quickly, and sands down nicely.

 

[ShortFuse]

Test fit with hardware.

 

[Lazerjock]

Suddenly it became real!