hoshiadam's Content
There have been 41 items by hoshiadam (Search limited from 03-December 96)
#278775 Tape Masking
Posted by
on 27 June 2010 - 09:08 PM
in
Modifications
#178076 Hacksaw?
Posted by
on 18 September 2008 - 08:43 AM
in
Modifications
#157291 Paint Job
Posted by
on 28 May 2008 - 03:53 PM
in
Modifications
Where is everyone getting vinyl dye at? I have yet to see any at all.
Auto Zone and Advance Auto Parts tend to have them - auto parts stores are probably your best bet.
#140414 Nerf Recon Ar Removal
Posted by
on 15 February 2008 - 08:08 AM
in
Modifications
Sup! Really good tutorial dude, but im having trouble re-assembling the thing. When I try to slip the dart sled back into place, all the parts pop out at once! And when i do finally get it in without disaster rearing its ugly head, i cant fit the other half of the shell on before it falls apart again! Please help me Umdlancer, your my only hope!
Try only threading the main spring around the plunger tube a few times, and have most of it sticking out. Then after you've got a few screws in place, screw the spring into the case. This makes it a lot easier to get back together.
#140195 Nerf Wii Blaster
Posted by
on 14 February 2008 - 02:03 PM
in
General Nerf
hoshiadam
#140191 The Snap-4m
Posted by
on 14 February 2008 - 01:41 PM
in
Homemades
A better explanation (for left handed firing):
1. Rotate the trigger so when it is laying flat with the barrel on the right and plunger on the left, the trigger is on top of the plunger.
2. When holding it by the plunger tube, adjust the barrel so it is comfortable to hold the plunger and the barrel is level with the ground (by rotating the joint in between the 90 degree bends).
Not sure about the handedness - it would depend on the angle between the barrel and plunger.
hoshiadam
#138556 Recon Help!
Posted by
on 04 February 2008 - 02:45 PM
in
Modifications
I tried that but I can't get the big spring at the back to stay in the case while I line up the rest of the case.
Place the spring so it is still around the plunger, but about half way out of the case. Then after you get the case together (before putting the black cap on), screw the spring all the way into the case. Might need pliers (or some other tool) to turn the spring in the final turn.
hoshiadam
#115671 Latest From Telekinetic Labs
Posted by
on 13 July 2007 - 07:26 AM
in
Modifications
For the titan missiles:
1. Get a shaving cream can with a rubber plug at the bottom.
2. Empty it as best you can with the dispenser.
3. Poke in the rubber plug. Note that it is still pressurized, so shaving cream will come out of it.
4. After it stops leaking shaving cream, cut off the end and file the edge down till it is sharp.
Now you have a circular cutter that can cut several inches down (instead of being like a doorknob cutting saw, which typically only goes 2-3"). You might be able to find one a shaving cream can that is slightly smaller circumference than the orange titan barrel, that would be the best choice.
Adam
#115432 I Need Painting Help
Posted by
on 11 July 2007 - 12:39 PM
in
Modifications
It was probably sticky because you didn't apply a laquer to seal it. Every time I paint, the same thing happens to me. Also here are some painting tips:
1. If you want tiger stripes cut out masking tape in the shape of stripes, and, after applying a base coat, put them on your gun and paint over that. Take off the take strips. Everything that was covered by the tape will be the base color, and will be striped over the second color:
Just to add another tip to this - if you are applying masking tape to a rough surface, or really any surface where the edges of the mask aren't sticking well, put a light coat of the base coat on after taping. This helps seal the edges of the mask, so when you put on the top coat, the top coat doesn't bleed through under the mask. Makes for much cleaner lines.
Adam
#108333 Replacement Springs
Posted by
on 30 May 2007 - 03:00 PM
in
Modifications
Adam
#108259 Crossfire Trouble
Posted by
on 29 May 2007 - 08:13 PM
in
Modifications
ok thanks thats what I thought but I don't have any brass. Anyone know where to get it/ if K&S online is any good?
McMaster Carr. Search for Brass, then click on tubing, then round. The part numbers you are looking for start with 8859.
Adam
#107246 Longshot Help
Posted by
on 23 May 2007 - 08:37 AM
in
Modifications
Now I have another problem, when I load a clip it is under the plunger-thingy and not in the right position, like so:
How can I fix this?
Are you able to pull the plunger back any farther? Are the top tabs of the clip resting on the bottom of the chamber (plunger-thingy), or are they just below it but not touching it. I'd guess the reason it isn't going in far enough is paint - on some longshots, you have to give the clip a quick pop to get them all the way in. Add in paint friction, and it might be too difficult.
Adam
#74936 Who Are You?
Posted by
on 02 March 2006 - 04:58 PM
in
General Nerf
I don't think I'll ever attend a nerf war, but I'll probably use one of the weapons I've modded in a scifi larp at some point. Or to scare off small animals.
Adam
#72743 Holsters & Ammo Holders
Posted by
on 09 February 2006 - 09:54 PM
in
Modifications
Adam
#72596 Any Tips On The Ix-3 Scout?
Posted by
on 07 February 2006 - 04:27 PM
in
Modifications
Adam
#71977 Computer/nerf Project
Posted by
on 31 January 2006 - 07:25 AM
in
Homemades
A simple way to make it multi-shot would be to use a low power motor like a winch - have it wind a cord around, pulling the plunger back until the gun is cocked, then let it spin free. With that, you could use something like the Maverick for the base, and get 6 shots. Wouldn't be rapid fire, but it could work. You can vary the size of the axel the cord is being wrapped around, and the speed of the motor, to get different power requirements.
Adam
#71524 Home Made Crossbow?
Posted by
on 23 January 2006 - 07:16 AM
in
Homemades
I know it's a little off-topic, but I've also been thinking about that. For my game, I'm just using padded homemade arrows on a 30-draw fiberglass bow. If you have a picture of your crossbow I'd love to see it.
I have personally seen these in action, and they are pretty good. He also makes a double crossbow of similar design.
Adam
#71480 Home Made Crossbow?
Posted by
on 22 January 2006 - 05:08 PM
in
Homemades
That said, I've seen a homemade crossbow made from glued together legos and a bungee cord. It worked pretty well.
Surgical tubing should work for the propulsion, or bungee cords. With a home made plunger and sufficient tubing, it could work well. Be sure to balance the elastic on each side, so it puts less strain on the plunger tube.
Adam
#70968 Please Read: Spherical Ammo.
Posted by
on 13 January 2006 - 09:47 PM
in
General Nerf
Adam
#70966 Please Read: Spherical Ammo.
Posted by
on 13 January 2006 - 09:38 PM
in
General Nerf
Adam
#70964 Ultimator Ammo
Posted by
on 13 January 2006 - 09:13 PM
in
Homemades
Adam
#70943 Where To Buy Modding Materials
Posted by
on 13 January 2006 - 04:29 PM
in
Modifications
Adam
#70934 Artemis Arms Mountain Rifle
Posted by
on 13 January 2006 - 03:02 PM
in
Modifications
Or just switch to 1/4" birch plywood for the shields.
Adam
#70868 Discs
Posted by
on 12 January 2006 - 02:26 PM
in
Homemades
As far as discs - are these the little ~2" discs that fire from the small battery powered guns? I would think those might be too light for something like this. A possible solution would be to take the swimming pool toys (Fun Noodles I think), cut them down to a smaller thickness with a band saw, and cover them with tape. That allows you to have custom sizes. If they are thick enough, probably about 0.5" or thicker, you can weight them by poking holes in a circle around the edges (weight near the outside will keep it more stable in flight if it is spinning) and filling it with some hot glue and bb's or fishing weights.
Might be able to get them to have some spin by having the wheels not quite in the center - if they are both slightly off center to the same side, it should create a little spin.
Adam
#70790 Hornet Stock
Posted by
on 11 January 2006 - 04:29 PM
in
Modifications
#70785 Hornet Stock
Posted by
on 11 January 2006 - 04:09 PM
in
Modifications
Adam
#70526 Please Read: Spherical Ammo.
Posted by
on 06 January 2006 - 10:19 AM
in
General Nerf
For homemade balls, that can be weighted easily, why not try crayola Model Magic foam? I've seen unweighted ones used in the same situations as Actionball. They are used in spring guns.
Adam
#70525 Colored Stefans
Posted by
on 06 January 2006 - 10:04 AM
in
General Nerf
Adam
#70403 Bayonets
Posted by
on 04 January 2006 - 08:46 AM
in
General Nerf
Or you could order a latex melee weapon from here and use that if your war allowed melee weapons. Just have a decent sheath to draw it fast. And don't thrust with that particular variety, they are made for slashing.
Adam
#70144 Archery
Posted by
on 30 December 2005 - 01:13 PM
in
Off Topic
Adam
#70102 When Titans Fall
Posted by
on 29 December 2005 - 03:51 PM
in
Modifications
Lube the pin first, then wrap the pin with electrical tape, sticky side out. Only use a small strip. If you are good with tape cutting, make the strip so it tapers down a little over the length - wider at first and then gets smaller as it is wrapped. Once the tape is about 1/8" thick or more, glue it down to the tank, taking care not to get glue too close to the pin. If the leak is small, the tape might provide a tight enough seal around the pin, and will be customized to the shape of the pin. Just make sure that as the glue is drying, you move the pin a little while keeping the tape in place. Also, roll the top edge of the tape outward, so the pin is sliding into a funnel shape. That should prevent the tape from sticking to the pin if the lube dries out.
You could even start with a more slippery tape also, but I think the electrical tape combined with a silicone lube would probably be slick enough to not interfere with the pin motion. A rubber that could be wrapped around the pin would probably work best, but I couldn't think of an easy source for that.
Testing the lube and tape together before doing it might be a good idea also, to make sure they don't react oddly.
Adam
#70091 Any Other Guns Like This?
Posted by
on 29 December 2005 - 02:01 PM
in
General Nerf
Adam
#70083 When Titans Fall
Posted by
on 29 December 2005 - 09:35 AM
in
Modifications
Another possibility, if there is enough clearance, would be to add an o-ring to the outside and squish it flat. Drill a hole slightly larger than the pin in a thin piece of plastic, then make a slit to slide the plastic piece onto the pin. Get an o-ring that fits around the pin, put it on the pin, then sandwich it between the thin plastic and the back of the tube. Epoxy the thin plastic to the tube, then lube up the o-ring and you've basically built a new seal on it.
Adam
#70021 Bayonet
Posted by
on 28 December 2005 - 09:09 AM
in
Homemades
Adam
#69676 Silencer Report
Posted by
on 21 December 2005 - 04:28 PM
in
Darts and Barrels
Might not be a bad idea to check with local police about it, and be sure to get contact information about who you talk to.
Back to the discussion - were the holes spiraled around the barrel, or straight lines? I've seen paintball barrels that have spiral holes in them to give the ball some spin for extra distance. I wonder if something similar would work in this case.
Adam
#69665 Silencer Report
Posted by
on 21 December 2005 - 02:00 PM
in
Darts and Barrels
18 USC sec. 921(a)(24) "The term 'firearm silencer' or
'firearm muffler' means any device for silencing, muffling,
or diminishing the report of a portable firearm, including
any combination of parts, designed or redesigned, and
intended for use in assembling or fabricating a firearm
silencer or firearm muffler, and any part intended only for
use in such assembly or fabrication."
The definition of "firearm" (TITLE 18 > PART I > CHAPTER 44 > § 921)
The term “firearm” means
(A ) any weapon (including a starter gun) which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive;
(B ) the frame or receiver of any such weapon;
(C ) any firearm muffler or firearm silencer; or
(D ) any destructive device. Such term does not include an antique firearm.
Going by those two definitions, a silencer for a nerf gun is legal, I believe. Nerf guns are not firearms, and therefore the National Firearms Act doesn't apply to nerf gun silencers.
Adam
#69595 Lubricants Of Choice
Posted by
on 20 December 2005 - 09:23 AM
in
General Nerf
Adam
#69593 At3k Pump Handle...
Posted by
on 20 December 2005 - 08:48 AM
in
Modifications
You could also go for a tennis racket grip wrap, or golf club handle wrap.
#69201 New (i Think) Homemade Concepts
Posted by
on 14 December 2005 - 01:40 PM
in
Homemades
Have you tried logging out and trying to view the pictures? Seems like they aren't public. I tried a few things, kept bringing me back to a login screen.Really? They work for me. What is wrong with them? Do you get something like "THIS PAGE CANNOT BE DISPLAYED" when you click on the links or something? Photobucket has always worked in the past.
Adam
#69133 Question About The Far
Posted by
on 13 December 2005 - 09:07 AM
in
Homemades
Adam
