ESB SE FHP2 Build

[Greg Schlueter]

So it begins just received my ESB FPH2 Boba Fett helmet from the Wasted_Fett. I am super happy with his cast. I will be sharing pictures as I make progress through the build.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Update I cleaned up the bottom edge. Cut out the visor section Mounted the visor on the pre installed screw posts. And started on the Key Slots.

 

[intwenothor]

Those pre installed visor mounts are a really nice addition.

 

[Funkyred]

Those pre installed visor mounts are a really nice addition.

That is a nice touch , is the visor pre drilled ?

 

[intwenothor]

That is a nice touch , is the visor pre drilled ?

Dunno mate, first time I've seen it but visor installation is a real fiddly job so anything that makes it easier is a plus. These kits scream convenience.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

That is a nice touch , is the visor pre drilled ?

No it is not pre drilled. I just place it in the Helmet. Line it up mark it with a silver sharpie. Drill a 1:16 pilot hole. Check for fit the drill a larger hole.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

More progress from yesterday and today. Finished the Key Slots. Set screws in the ears. Mounted the ears. Installed magnets in the upper right ear and small nuts on the ear cap. And fitted the stalk.

 

[Big Game]

Nice work. Ordered my bucket a couple weeks ago to start my project. I’ll be watching for your updates

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Nice work. Ordered my bucket a couple weeks ago to start my project. I’ll be watching for your updates

Cool thanks I will have more progress soon. Will be watching yours. I have started another feed as well in the Boba Fett Costume feed. My progress on the whole kit.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Been working on a mounting bracket for the MQ-1 Circuit board. First made a template and epoxied some post screws in.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

I’m excited the Helmet prep is finished with wet sanding. Applied Dupli Color Adheasion promoter and Dupli Color primer. Got that idea from TheRealSuperJedi Now to let it dry and cure. Next is paint.

 

[Misfit2]

You’ve done an amazing job with the clean up! Especially on the key slots! Looking forward to the rest

 

[Greg Schlueter]

You’ve done an amazing job with the clean up! Especially on the key slots! Looking forward to the rest

Thanks They key is to take your time with them.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Airbrushed on a layer of 147 light grey. Following Terminal Fetters Wafer Thin ESB paint up. Makes most sense to me since this is my first helmet paint up. I had a little splatter on the front part of the dome but will buff out. I needed just a little more thinner. Adjusted the thinner and Got a good coat on the back panels which I am starting next.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

So I finally got my back panel stencils sized. Followed some the Builders feed on sizing. Transferred the stencil and masked off the Base Grey sections with Humbrol liquid masking fluid. Following Terminal Fettlers last wafer thin paint up. Next is to paint the silver.

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Silver is down. Stenciled the silver damage and re masked over silver #11 and base grey. Ready for the next layer Grey #79.

 

[hvacdon]

Very nice Greg !!

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Very nice Greg !!

Thanks I’m trying not to rush.

 

[hvacdon]

That's the best way...

 

[Greg Schlueter]

Just finished spraying the grey 79 layer. Can’t wait to peel it back tomorrow.