- NerfHaven
- → Lucian's Content
Lucian's Content
There have been 274 items by Lucian (Search limited from 04-January 97)
#291014 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 16 December 2010 - 06:25 AM in Modifications
I resin modded Nerfer9's Crossbow. Lets go ahead and call this the money shot:
And a little sneak peak something super sweet:
#290563 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 10 December 2010 - 05:47 AM in Modifications
#290435 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 08 December 2010 - 12:03 AM in Modifications
Expect at least 1 write up.
Proof of concept- check
Now I just need to drastically cut down the inline clips.
<3 Mcmastercarr
P.S. Sorry for the delay in the pic automatically resizing
#290434 Ultimator With K14 Spring And Clear Plunger Tube
Posted by Lucian on 07 December 2010 - 11:54 PM in Modifications
And yes, Blue and Ted, it still shoots the original rocket, which I still have.
And I will try a new longer barrel, once I take off the extension spring.
#290374 Ultimator With K14 Spring And Clear Plunger Tube
Posted by Lucian on 07 December 2010 - 04:05 PM in Modifications
Nothing but friction, surprisingly.I must be wrong, but from the looks of the catch mechanism, is the plunger rod held back by just friction? that can't be right.
Judging by Bob's post, and our discussions in #nerfchat.it seems to be the same systemLucian, correct me if I am wrong, but that catch looks very similar to the mechanism used on smooth rod caulk guns.
Not at all, it is made out of metal after all.One question though, do you think the catch needs to be reinforced at all? I don't know much about friction catches, but that K14 is BEEFY!
I'll get back to you once I test it with a longer barrel.I'm quite surprised you only get 115' (though it's still plenty of range) out of this mod. The Ultimator has a shockingly huge air cylinder. I don't know how you might test it, but how does the strength of the [k26] springs matchup to the stock spring? How does it do with fewer pumps? I'm left wondering if it's still discharging air long after the dart has left the barrel.
With the plunger head 10 inches from the front, the volume is 49.08"^3Very well done, now this a blaster with style. Out of curiosity, what is the approximate air volume of the plunger tube?
Edit: In the step one pic, "open it up" I can see approximately 8 different colors/textures of carpet in an area roughly 6' x 4'. I just wanted to point that out.
#290263 Ultimator With K14 Spring And Clear Plunger Tube
Posted by Lucian on 06 December 2010 - 03:30 PM in Modifications
Assemble the gun, tape the bushing, bolt it in, and slap a hopper on it
Alternatively, you can keep the stock spring, and just use the clear plunger tube for a striking visual effect
And for those of you that are curious, this is how the Ultimator catch system works
Issues with this mod:
The Ultimator was able to send a Slug dart 115’ in about 8-10 pumps, however I came across the issue of the plunger rod gradually slipping forward. Maybe some fine tuning will correct it, but be aware of this issue if you decide to do the mod.
Mcmaster-Carr #s:
Plunger tube- 8585K341 1 Ft. Polycarbonate Round Tube, 2-3/4" Od, 2-1/2" Id, 1' Length, Clear
Plunger Tube Bushing- 4880K172 1 Each Std-wall (schedule 40) White Pvc Pipe Fitting, 2" X 1/2", Hex Bushing, Pipe End Male X Socket F
K14 Springs- 9637K14 1 Pack Continuous-length Compression Spring, Spring-tempered Stl, 11" L, 1.093" Od, .105" Wire
Feel free to post and questions, comments, and concerns. I hope this write up was worth your time to read.
#290262 Ultimator With K14 Spring And Clear Plunger Tube
Posted by Lucian on 06 December 2010 - 03:28 PM in Modifications
Please refer to the write up and the Mcmaster list at the bottom of the page for a materials list.
Step one.
Get your Ultimator
And open it up
Step 2.
Take the barrel and spring
And put them aside
Step 3.
Order a 1’ section of 2.5” ID 2.75” OD Polycarbonate tubing, a pack of K14 springs, and a 2” to 1/2” PVC reducing bushing from Mcmaster
Step 4.
Slap a large metal washer in front of the priming-mech to protect the plastic (Ignore the [k26] spring)
Then go ahead and slide on a cut down K14 spring and bolt the plunger head back on
Step 5. Machining the Plunger tube.
First, cut a slot on the top and bottom of the plunger tube, using the stock one as a guide. I did this using my Band-saw.
The slots were 1.25” wide, on both sides, and went down about 1.75”
Then you will need to line up the plunger tube for the 2 holes on each side that secure the plunger tube to the gun
And drill them out with a 3/8” drill bit
I screwed this part up a bit and had to widen the holes.
#290242 Big Blast With Intergrated Airtech 2000
Posted by Lucian on 06 December 2010 - 12:17 PM in Modifications
The pics were probably down because I was resizing them.
"I would really like to find out more about the polyester resin. Is it like liquid epoxy? Does it legitimately strengthen and stiffen the shell? Is it expensive?"
Polyester Resin a pourable plastic, comparable to Acrylic. It seems to stiffen the shell, but because of its brittleness, I doubt it will strengthen areas. 36oz is about $30+the bottle of Catalyst
“Is there any way of completing this mod without using up the space for a forward mounted pump?”
Nope
"How many more pumps than usual does it take to fill the 4B because you are also filling the 2k?"
About the same (5), maybe 1 or 2 additional pumps though because of the slight increase in volume.
#290211 Big Blast With Intergrated Airtech 2000
Posted by Lucian on 05 December 2010 - 11:30 PM in Modifications
Write up video:
Firing Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cx8-WcfnVV8
And 2 pictures of the finished product.
You may now post.
P.s. The pictures will be re-sized soon
#290208 Big Blast With Intergrated Airtech 2000
Posted by Lucian on 05 December 2010 - 11:24 PM in Modifications
Then you will need to screw a side-plate on both sides of the trigger
Step 3.
To hold the tank in place, I poured a Polyester resin into the shell, making sure to cover the tank to protect it. You can get this resin at a local craft store, I will explain it further in a future topic
If you have any resin left over, go ahead and reinforce the shell
From here I packed the gun up and sent it to Brokensvt.
I apologize for the large pictures, I will re-size them tomorrow.
#290207 Big Blast With Intergrated Airtech 2000
Posted by Lucian on 05 December 2010 - 11:21 PM in Modifications
Find the middle wall where the tank/barrel goes (see pic)
And trim it down, repeat for the other side of the shell
Make sure your tank fits in place nicely
Step 5.
Now minimize the shell
Then you will need to widen out the hole for your PVC barrel.
You could stop here and have a great simple and clean primary
But part 2 of this mod is integrating an Airtech 2000 tank, which Brokensvt has helped me with. (Ignore the different coupler in the following pictures)
Part 2, step 1.
Get a 2k tank, and glue it to a pvc coupler that is cut down so it rests snuggly in the tank
Line up where you want the tank’s coupler to be on the gun
And cut a hole for the PVC barrel
Step 2.
Next you will need to machine a trigger
Then line up where the pin would go in this trigger. and cut it to fit- also cut a notch in the shell for the trigger pin
#290206 Big Blast With Intergrated Airtech 2000
Posted by Lucian on 05 December 2010 - 11:18 PM in Modifications
Materials needed.
1. 3/4" to 1/2" PVC slip fitting
2. 1/2” PVC coupler
3. Polycarbonate in varying sizes
4. Various hardware
5. Goop, Gorilla glue, and Solvent weld
6. Polyester Resin – optional but recommended
7. Vinyl tubing- 1/4” OD 1/8” ID
8. Super Soaker Shot Blast pump., or any check valve that will fit
9. Brass tubing connectors
Step 1.
Get your Big Blast
Remove the Orange Ring
And open it up
Step 2.
Find the section of plastic on the side of the tank (See pic)
And remove it
And then remove the stock barrel
Step 3.
Get a 3/4" to 1/2" PVC slip fitting
And then sand the 3/4” side till it fits the end of the tank
Apply solvent weld to the tank and bushing and let it dry, be sure to do so in a well ventilated location, preferably outside
#288294 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 11 November 2010 - 10:48 PM in Modifications
Oh and it still fires the stock missile.
This has been a super fun project, I wish I had another Ultimator to fuck around with.
#288234 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 10 November 2010 - 05:02 PM in Modifications
YES!
Ultimator: $2
Polycarbonate plunger tube: $12
K14 springs: $10
Replacement hardware: $4
Having the most awesomesauce primary on the east coast: Priceless
Expect a finished picture sometime tonight.
8:50 at night edit:
Plunger tube test fit was a huge sucess. I'm out of label/sticker paper, so I'm going to machine the plunger tube to fit in the shell tomorrow. Till then, enjoy the eye-candy
#288083 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 07 November 2010 - 12:41 PM in Modifications
And in with the new!
It should be done very soon.
#288038 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 06 November 2010 - 06:30 PM in Modifications
Oh man, what could he be doing?!?!?!
I decided my first nerf gun needed some love, look for the finished gun once its posted.
#287525 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 26 October 2010 - 04:54 AM in Modifications
#287395 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 23 October 2010 - 04:35 PM in Modifications
Pm me if you want your gun to have polyester support.
#287006 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 15 October 2010 - 11:57 PM in Modifications
Major props to Baghead for the great work, I couldn't be happier with it.
And now for the best raider you will ever see:
#286735 Official "show-off Your Crossbow" Thread
Posted by Lucian on 09 October 2010 - 09:45 PM in Modifications
Can a brother get an amen?
Name: The Blingbow
Mods Done1: Louiec3 style internals and plastic resin in the handle.
Integrations: MASTER CHIEF
Comments: This gun originally owned and painted by baghead, and came into my possession in a state of disrepair. After several hours of machining, "tis done as far as I'm concerned"
#286682 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 08 October 2010 - 05:29 AM in Modifications
I spent the past several days tuning up the Blingbow:
Oh and metal spring rests are so last year.
#286606 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 05 October 2010 - 03:15 PM in Modifications
Pump reinforcement:
Grip Support inserts:
It can even be used as a means of supports for intergraded items, such as this 2k tank:
I'll post a topic if there's enough interest.
#285823 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 21 September 2010 - 02:02 PM in Modifications
Mines still better Prince.
Almost there!
#285798 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 20 September 2010 - 09:15 PM in Modifications
Made the 2k barrel hole a tad to large but going well so far.
#285753 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 19 September 2010 - 09:50 PM in Modifications
If I complete this integration expect a high-speed video write up.
#285371 Crossbow With New Internals
Posted by Lucian on 13 September 2010 - 08:19 PM in Modifications
Download it here:
http://www.mediafire...urbwawa79dufsop
#285091 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 08 September 2010 - 02:59 PM in Modifications
Godly paintjob:
I painted it clear. Lulz.
#285025 The Faux Bow
Posted by Lucian on 07 September 2010 - 05:11 PM in Modifications
2 questions:
How is the stock seal on the plunger head? And, how comfortable is that grip? It seems a little iffy from the pictures
#284974 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 06 September 2010 - 08:37 PM in Modifications
A big thanks to Blue and Atomatron for the guns.
#284769 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 04 September 2010 - 05:53 PM in Modifications
Polycarbonate spacer to keep everything from moving:
Perfect coupler:
All together now!
Insanity:
#283346 Modification and Paintjob Pictures
Posted by Lucian on 17 August 2010 - 02:09 PM in Modifications
Insane with a hopper.
Sparkly...
Bags did a great job on the 3 above guns (Maxshot, TTG, 2k), they couldn't have came out much better then they did.
- NerfHaven
- → Lucian's Content
- Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
- Code of Conduct ·