Helmet Fan

[TK Wolf]

Does anyone know of a vendor for this or suggestions on how to build one?

[Jaster]

http://www.allelectronics.com has some really great 5v fans (part#CF-260) that I used for my RC. You can run them with the 4 AA battery pack from Radio Shack with a switch built into it (part# 270-409) for under $10 easily.

[TK Wolf]

many thanks!

[TK Wolf]

Anyone have suggestions for the best way to affix these inside the bucket? Velcro doesn't seem to hold up...

[Wags]

Ive done 4 helmets, and changed the fans out multiple times, and Hot glue works the best for me. Just a dab in the corners that are touching the helmet. With a Stormy bucket, I would use a low temp setting glue. I takes longer to heat up and cure, but it wont warp the bucket. Its worked on fiberglass, resin and a rubies. BUT.. make sure YOU use the low temp setting. Abs tends to warp a bit

And if you need to change it out later, a sharp cut off knife will take out the glue for you..

Hope that helps. If you need extra help, give me a yell!!

[TK Wolf]

as always...THANKS!!!!

[TD866]

I used Velcro in my Td and I liked how it worked out. When I build my new TD after trooper fest I will do the same lay out once again.

[Wags]

Ya know what Roger, thats an awesome idea... never thought of that. That would allow you to kinda play with it as to where you like it from troop to troop.. hmmm. Ya have any pix??

[TD866]

I Cannot take credit for the idea, Dan The Hit Man Provoski came up with that one.

[TD866]

The system can be removed to be worked on moved around or replaced.

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu25 ... CF0051.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu25 ... CF0052.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu25 ... CF0053.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu25 ... CF0054.jpg

[TK Wolf]

I have been using that too (velcro) but have had it fail as of lately...perhaps i am not applying it in the correct areas?

[TD866]

What type of Velcro,I only use industrial.

[TK Wolf]

What type of Velcro,I only use industrial.

I use industrial, but I need to find better angles to attach it!

[TD866]

Is this on a TK bucket? And what size fans are you running.

[TK Wolf]

Is this on a TK bucket? And what size fans are you running.

I looked at your photos, i have the same size fans for my TK-FX bucket but need to place the velcro in better spots..thanks for the pix!

[TK Wolf]

I think I have it figured out now!...