R2D2 Build Step (1) the plans is to download the plans for your new r2d2 build, you can find the plans at the yahoo r2d2 builders group. MISC PARTS N STUFF - sandpaper + misc fixings = £5 from wilkinsonsĨx4 H.I.P.S or High Impact Polystyrene sheet white = around £31 from Īdhesive Miroir sheet = £5 from the rangeĢx 12mm x 12mm wood strips = £2 from B&Q misc screws = £2.17 from wilkinsons wood filler = £2 from wilkinsons 2x white spray paint = car spary paint 2x prima spray= car spary paint 1x silver spray paint= car spary paint 1x laqer spray = total for spray £15 misc adhesive = £1.50ģx blue spray = £12 = car spary paint 2x prime = car spary paint 2x laq spray = car spary paint 2x white spray = total for spray £20 2x frount logic surround = from ebay £2.50 1x R2 coin slots = from ebay £5 4x shoulder buttons = from ebay £5 2x frount vents = from ebay £15 2x power couplings = from ebay £12.50 = R2D2 parts from 1x rear logic = from ebay £5 2x shoulder hubs = from ebay £15 2x shoulder hydraulics = from ebay £6 3x holo projectors = from ebay £28 2x boosters = from ebay £16 plus P+P at £14 R2D2 CAST PARTS - now if id had a cnc or laser cutter at home id made my own parts as i dont like useing part i could of made myself. LIST FOR FRAME N DOME - Cupola-Red-Metal-Shade = for the dome from B&Q £25 ġx 8x4 sheet MDF 18mm wide = from B&Q £17.48 as i will keep updateing this info.Ĭarls R2D2 UK Parts list - this is the list of parts and stuff i got and used to build my R2D2 you may find other ways of doing things and if that makes your build easyer give it a go. and most of all take your time and have fun. when useing any d.i.y tools for making you builds please always Wear safety goggles and Wear suitable respiratory protection when spraying.

PLEASE NOTE With any DIY work or build, safety should be given top priority. Ill start with safety first! yes its a must when working with tools and so on. So follow me and see how i get on with new builds as well. Have a look at my R2D2 finshed with battle damaged paint with the link below R2D2 How to battle damaged R2 and add low-cost audio n led lights So lets get to it :) and take you time and have fun (',) and remember if at any point you do need help with your r2d2 just msg me and i will be happy to help or work with you on your r2 build.

This was a real big build but most of the work i did in 3 weeks and only had a jigsaw, planner, drill, stanley knife, sander, dremel, and screwdrivers so dont be put off by the size of this build. i will list how much wood and things cost new so you have an idea on total cost.

this build is a low cost r2d2 made with basic d.i.y tools most have at home and useing scrap wood and MDF and other bits i found. Hia and welcome to my R2D2 build that anyone can do with a bit of d.i.y skills and some free time.

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