Slight problem:
I tested the servo again and even though I could hear the servo motor turning, the RF wasn't moving. Probably the screw wasn't tightened down enough.
So I made the executive decision to cut my losses and scrap the whole thing before I did any damage to my helmet.
Sad moment, but first I tore the RF stalk off and separated it so I could get the wires out
Pretty crappy looking work. I'm glad I'm redoing it honestly.
Had to repaint the bottom of the RF.
The silver lining though is I got my Perspex block in finally! And being separated from the RF stalk made it easier to install
It didn't quite come out in the picture, but the LED pretty much illuminates the whole block
I also installed a magnet just above the hole for the stalk attachment. I'm going to put its mate in the RF stalk, and that will help keep it upright. The servo has more than enough torque to break free the connection when I need to
Yes I'm aware the ear is ugly
New RF stalk!
I had to shave part of it off to fit snug in the ear, and I couldn't shave the inside because of the magnet placement. With the earcap on it looks fine though
From far away:
So here's what it looks like on the helmet. The magnet and earcap are enough to hold it in place, despite not having a shaft affixed to the ear
So I'm going to buy an actual servo shaft extender so this stupid thing will work.
Other than that I just need that stupid Borden connector to arrive and I'm DONE!