Hi,
This thread is amazing and I'm hoping to build my own shield using these methods. I do have a few questions though for anyone kind enough to answer.
I ordered a sled off ebay, but it's not perfectly round and it has a few dents in it. It was supposed to be brand new, but I haven't had any luck finding this sled anywhere else for a reasonable price and don't know if I can get one in better condition. I've attached a few photos so that you can see.
Does anyone have any recommendations on how to handle these dents (i.e., how to get rid of them)? Or do you think I should try to return the sled and start with a new one? This is my first attempt at anything like this, so advice would very much be appreciated.
If I should start with a new sled/shield, does anyone have any recommendations on where to order/purchase an aluminum blank (ideally with grooves)? If so, please PM me and let me know. Thanks a lot!
Hi,
Does anyone have any recommendations on how to handle these dents (i.e., how to get rid of them)? Or do you think I should try to return the sled and start with a new one? This is my first attempt at anything like this, so advice would very much be appreciated.
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Try using citristrip. Most strippers in general don't work as well in colder environments. Not sure what it's like where you live
J
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Kirks,
Use a sand bag (or just a bag filled with sand) and a nylon tipped mallet to get dings out. Anyone with a planishing hammer or English wheel can smooth it out as well.
Have fuN!
JPH
Try using citristrip. Most strippers in general don't work as well in colder environments. Not sure what it's like where you live
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I used aircraft stripper when I did my sled. Worked great.
Okay, stress test! One of the things that I (and other members) have wondered is if the heavy-duty adhesive foam tape will be up to the task of holding the harness to the back of the shield. I decided to install the brackets and run an overnight test. You can see from the first pic I'm not being shy with the tape. I wanted major coverage. Then I rigged a quick harness (with a couple old belts) and hung it a mere 2 inches over a thick comforter. If there's a fall overnight from a tape failure my shield will have a gentle landing. I'm not worried, Cpt. Rogers is overseeing the entire experiment .... stay tuned![]()