Here comes another, Kevin's E11pipe build

[kevin926]

Yeah... the end cap is a piece I'm still debating for my build. If I only had a lathe again. Anyway, digging the build and your work on the folding stock has given me hope as I've been losing sleep over how to create it.

 

thank  you. I just used the templates for the majority of the stock. I eyeballed the butt catch. Even though the stock looks like it works, I am not going to keep it this way. It will be a static piece once I complete this build.

 

I highly recommend Aarons resin parts. I cant vouch for accuracy because I don't own a real sterling but everyone says they are a perfect match. I can say compared to other resin parts, they are flawless and look fantastic. I would buy all 4 parts he has. the muzzle, barrel, spring cup and now the end cap. well worth it and you would be more than satisfied once you have them. I still wish he would cast a bolt.(hint hint Aaron)

Edited April 28, 2016 by kevin926

[T-Jay[TK]]

Kevin, you could ask Derrek (Dday) for a resin bolt...

[kevin926]

Finished up with the folding stock scratch build, for the most part. Just need to add the small bits inside the stock. It looks as if they penatrate the arms and go through, but its hard to tell from photos. This was a fun build, a lot of moving parts, but overal very satisfying. I used an old metal hobby knife that fit in my tube to hold the release catch and put a spring inside so it can move. If im not mistaken, it looks as if the small middle section pushes the inside of the handle to release the spring.  I dont own a real one nor have I seen one so Im just guessing.

 

And finally a completed folded stock

[kevin926]

Once I line up the stock with the receiver, I will file off the threads to clean up the release catch. I'm currently working on the stock to receiver holder, just waiting for parts to dry from the JB weld. My goal is to have both stocks completed and attached to their new homes and start on my magazine holders this weekend.

[count chocula]

 

I think you've got it right, although the catch on the real stock may be a little closer to the inner tube of the stock.

[count chocula]

[kevin926]

The spring catch isnt fully adjusted yet, it will go down. It's barley in the tube and has plenty of room to go down. That is a great side by side comparison and it looks like I'm pretty close. My inner tube can be just a tad larger but this will do. Once it's attached to the receiver, no one will ever see it and it will be a static stock anyway. Thanks for the working photos, they are a great reference and perhaps the video should be used in the reference section. I haven't seen anything like that.

[kevin926]

I began working on attaching both folding stocks this weekend. Didn't get as far as I would have liked to, being distracted by the NFL draft, Stanley cup playoffs and daughters soccer game. Oh well, life goes on. Anyway, I found the perfect size pins while looking for carriage bolts at Ace hardware. They are actually rivet pins with a smooth 5mm pin. The pins are too long but easy to cut. I'm using screws for now to hold the stock in place, but that was just to install the holder.

That completes the folding stocks. Still some minor clean up but that will be at the finish stage of the builds.

[kevin926]

Now onto the magazine well. I did attempt to make it out of aluminum however, it just looked horrible. I decided to go with stryene instead. I cut out all the pieces and began the assembly. I also made sure it fits Gazmosis replacement magazine.

I had some decorative 1/2 mm aluminum sheets I tried to use on my droid build. I wrapped it around my styrene holder to make it stronger and more attractive as well as easier to finish.

So far, I like the look of it, but here's where it went sour. I stamped the letters in however being a very thin sheet, it bent more than it defined and it looked terrible.

So I hung it up for the night and slept on it. I decided to break off the top and cut out the center. Then I filled it with green stuff and re stamped. It still has to dry and harden before I can sand and see the final results but so far, I like it much better.

Any thoughts

[Addertime[TK]]

The second attempt looks great! I'm at about this same point in my scratch build and find this inspiring. I went all aluminum on the mag housing and was planning to leave the top blank since the power tube assembly covers it almost completely but I may rething my plan now that I see what you did here.

[kevin926]

I started working on the other small parts like the rear and front sites. I made the sight protector before but I didnt like it so I redid it.

 

[kevin926]

Sorry for the lack of words for definition, I worked on these small parts a little each night last week. I didn't do anything today or yesterday due to mothers day weekend. (Got to take care of mom and my wife) My next step will have to be working on the mounts for the rear end cap so I don't accidentally place the rear pieces in the wrong spots. Also shown is another one of themainthesuitcase 3d parts. Finished up my magazine holder as well and attached it.

Edited May 9, 2016 by kevin926

[kevin926]

Sorry duplicate post

Edited May 9, 2016 by kevin926

[kevin926]

Are there any detail photos for close ups on welds that can be shared.

Edited May 9, 2016 by kevin926

[Thrawn's guard]

I'm very impressed with your work so far Kevin.

[Addertime[TK]]

Good stuff! The rear sight came out nice and the mag housing is similar to my own as I used 1mm aluminum and needed to add thickness too.

[kevin926]

I'm very impressed with your work so far Kevin.

thank you, couldn't have come this far without this forum and builds like yours to teach me.

[kevin926]

Good stuff! The rear sight came out nice and the mag housing is similar to my own as I used 1mm aluminum and needed to add thickness too.

thank you, I'm keeping my eye on your build as we both seem to have the same approach. its great to be able to bounce ideas off other builders

[kevin926]

I just finished with my end cap catch. It seems to be a trouble area for builders and it was with my first effort as well. I had to remake it. 2nd time was the charm. Also attached my rear site and end cap release. Almost finished with the aluminum scratch build. Just need to make the bayonet lug as well as mount my front site.

 

Once I finish the base sterling, I will finish up the resin/pvc build. The resin build wont really get anymore mods. I will continue to detail it with metal screws, rods or pins, but no more moving parts. Like I mentioned earlier, this is for my son who is on the spectrum with autism so he will try to figure this out and the more that moves, the more that will break.

Trying to make it look as nice as possible and sturdy as possible. Then I will begin the finish prep for both builds. I will most likely base coat the aluminum before I finish with the add ons to make it the E11 and let it sit for some time to let the finish harden as much as possible. My plan is to shoot a clear primer over the aluminum and base coat with satin black before I use the wrinkle paint so I can chip up the base coat to give that repainted look once the top coat goes on. Still a long ways off but getting closer.

[kevin926]

Somewhat of a mile stone for me. Basically finished the base sterling scratch build. All hand made with the exception of Aarons muzzle, end cap and barrel. Themainthesuitcase 3d site and catch release.The grip is a real sterling part from apex,  Gazmosis magazine is just sitting inside the holder for looks and not attached just yet. I plan on using a magnet to hold it like most builds. Also, the pins to hold the stock in place haven't been cut down yet so they are sticking out.

 

Just need to make the bayonet and inner bolt. The trigger isn't shown, but its almost complete.

 

Thank you everyone for the feedback, encouragement and guidance. This is a credit to all of you. This is a fun feeling..

 

Aaron aka usaeatt2  covered my back as well as my front

[T-Jay[TK]]

Kevin, that is a very impressive scratch build.

 

Now paint it, paint it, paint it!

[kevin926]

Kevin, that is a very impressive scratch build.

 

Now paint it, paint it, paint it!

Thank you. Almost there but still need to finish the body work and cleaning. Once I mounted the site guard, the kid in me had to put it all together and play. Alot of filing and filling before the base coat can go on. The bayonet lug is next and I figure I can finish the bolt assembly and trigger assembly while the base coat is healing to full strength. The longer the paint sits, the better off you are.

[Lichtbringer]

A really nice job. 

[kevin926]

Kevin, you could ask Derrek (Dday) for a resin bolt...

I would like to ask him however he isn't accepting messages. Im in for a bolt and handle if that's possible. Is there another way to reach him. Thanks in advance,Kevin

[kevin926]

A really nice job.

thank you.