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Limited Run Darth Maul TPM screen accurate lightsaber prop
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Hatefrost
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Covertec Wheel Knob Plastic x 10 Flat Black Covertec Wheel Knob Plastic x 10 Flat Black | eBay
Covertec Wheel Knob Plastic x 10 Flat Black Covertec Wheel Knob Plastic x 10 Flat Black | eBay
Does anyone know the reference for the o-rings? Got carried away and tried to put the first 2 on without using the string / floss trick and they landed in the grooves, and can't seem to get them out now. Might have to cut them open and replace them. Feeling pretty stupid [emoji846]
Hatefrost
Well-Known Member
Same thing happened to me, I used a sharpened plastic piece to wedge it out, I think a plastic toothpick would work too.
Filandrius
Sr Member
So they just used the screws that came with the wheel? The clip comes with Phillips head screws, right?
Execute66
Member
Video is great.
But I am disappointed about the amount of bits/pieces needed to make it all work/fit. Now I am surprised that we need more than the rod. Dan should be more HONEST at the outset about all that is required. The additional tooling needed to make the rod fit properly at the ends is also another issue. I would have gladly paid whatever the cost is to have it straight out of the box fully assembled. The workers in China would probably be as cost effective and efficient in making it a one piece/ready to display. I frankly am less interested in tooling the rod (I don't have the tools shown in the video to do what is suggested).
Now I have a kit that I can't put together. Now I can see why it cost ONLY $80. It's a half baked disappointing product.
But I am disappointed about the amount of bits/pieces needed to make it all work/fit. Now I am surprised that we need more than the rod. Dan should be more HONEST at the outset about all that is required. The additional tooling needed to make the rod fit properly at the ends is also another issue. I would have gladly paid whatever the cost is to have it straight out of the box fully assembled. The workers in China would probably be as cost effective and efficient in making it a one piece/ready to display. I frankly am less interested in tooling the rod (I don't have the tools shown in the video to do what is suggested).
Now I have a kit that I can't put together. Now I can see why it cost ONLY $80. It's a half baked disappointing product.
I spent 2 dollars on a rod and like 28 cents on a washer for the middle. There was no extra tooling needed. He was very upfront about the rod not being included.
Same here, must have spent less than 4 dollars total and assembled everything by hand with no tooling required whatsoever (other than a piece of string if we consider that tooling...)
In the end you get a screen accurate replica of an awesome prop for 80 dollars. Sure it requires manual assembly but to me the value for money is almost unheard of. Dan could have easily charged double for this - the likes of eFX, MR, Anovos surely would have (and you might have never even received your kit anyway...).
Come on, it's not that hard. and Halliwax tutorial is great but he used a bit too many power tools, which can be frightening to see for those that don't have them. Just cut the rod and screw everything together, no big deal.
Just be glad you are not in Europe, we need to source a good threaded rod to mount that saber or rethread to M10 the existing part, which is not going to be easy considering it's closed at the end. For me that's the only disapointment, the rod issue could have been a non issue if it was directly included, at least for oversea members. People are super nice and Corliss1 is trying to help, but paying 30usd for a simple rod is not going to cut it for me, so I have to find another solution.
Just be glad you are not in Europe, we need to source a good threaded rod to mount that saber or rethread to M10 the existing part, which is not going to be easy considering it's closed at the end. For me that's the only disapointment, the rod issue could have been a non issue if it was directly included, at least for oversea members. People are super nice and Corliss1 is trying to help, but paying 30usd for a simple rod is not going to cut it for me, so I have to find another solution.
Yeah, only so much I can do with the box needing to be so long and the cost of international shipping. Having it included with the original kit would have made the original shipping much more expensive, but I do see how that could have been better for the international people. I still say get local if you can instead of from me since it'll be waaaay cheaper.
still, thanks for your help. Just have to find a better solution here. and it's actually weird to me because imperial size can be easily found in UK, it's weird that someone from US has to volonteer to help us.
For those who have sAid you didn’t use any tools.
Have you found threaded rod 20-1/2” long?
Or did you forget to mention the only tool you used was a half saw?
If you have found a threaded rod the correct length could you please share it so I can link it in my tutorial thread?
Thanks!
Have you found threaded rod 20-1/2” long?
Or did you forget to mention the only tool you used was a half saw?
If you have found a threaded rod the correct length could you please share it so I can link it in my tutorial thread?
Thanks!
Djblingbling1
Sr Member
Pretty sure 24" will be the smallest off shelf. In addition to a hacksaw a 3/8 nut is pretty essential to clean up the threads rather than doing it on the end caps. Sandpaper or a file will help with taking the edge off as well, so I'd call those essential as well.
Filandrius
Sr Member
Personally, it cost me 6 CANADIAN dollars (which is like a penny in a half 
) for the rod and the washer. I cut the rod with my dremel and screwed everything together; the assembly took less than one hour (including the Aluminum Black on the washers) The kit has an incredible value for the price, and for the accuracy and quality could've easily cost double (and still would've been worth it) It honestly couldn't had been better; it's simply unbeatable for the price (the eFX cost 400 USD for chrissakes!!!)
) for the rod and the washer. I cut the rod with my dremel and screwed everything together; the assembly took less than one hour (including the Aluminum Black on the washers) The kit has an incredible value for the price, and for the accuracy and quality could've easily cost double (and still would've been worth it) It honestly couldn't had been better; it's simply unbeatable for the price (the eFX cost 400 USD for chrissakes!!!)
Exactly this.
Sorry should have mentioned I got my local hardware store to cut it to the right length for me (20" 1/4) off of a 24" piece but I would think that any Home Depot, Lowe's or local store would be able to do it as they most likely have the tools readily available.
Maybe I got lucky, but even if had to use my handsaw to get the rod to the right length, it doesn't change anything to the fact that this kit is the best value for money I've seen in while.
Fantastic video once again! Thanks so much. You're a life saver
