Basic(?) resin/bondo question for Iron Man Helmet

[ni7ewing]

Hey guys, I'm pretty new(ish) to the whole pepakura thing and wanted to ask a question before I made a mistake.

I'm working on my second Mark VI helmet (the first one was too big), and I'm just about to start the resin stage.

Once I get the helmet taped up and resined on the inside, then outside...........when and how do I remove the faceplate to get ready for the automated opening process? I assume it's AFTER the bondo stage, but what's the best way to do it?

 

[Kevin Gossett]

You'll get more response in the proper forum. To answer your question, you want to basically finish your body work before cutting the fireplace off. Use a rotary tool with a cutting wheel to cut it off, then repair any damage

 

[ni7ewing]

Sorry gang, I'm new............which is the right forum?

 

[metal wood]

i would go for the costuming section of the RPF, those wizards in there know what they are talking about!!! good luck with the second build

 

[Strode]

http://www.therpf.com/f24/diegators-grey-fox-cyborg-ninja-completed-154562/

I will use this thread as a reference point for when i make my own helmet. the build is absolutely beautiful. check it out. Diegator has covered all the points you mentioned.

 

[Propsjonnyb]

Yes second Kevin's comments - rotary dremmel with diamond cutting drill (yes it is expensive for an accessory, but it will last a lifetime) a steady hand and bondo (cary body filler) on helmet and face plate edges , sand slowly smooth and test fit regularly until you have a seamless (well almost) match !!

 

[ni7ewing]

Thanks guys