How to Make a Sith Wayfinder | With Tie Fighter Display Case

[@remuslazar2033]

I like how in Mandalorian, there are clear shots of the panels, buttons, dashboards so you can pause and have a good look at. Everytime I think of The Smugglers Room and what ideas might be sparked in his mind from those shots.

[@sketchyguynv]

Lol...”Sith is the way” I never realized Sith and this were the same letters!!! Great build!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL, right???

[@TenSeven97]

If you don't want to catch flak for saying "Sh!t" in polite society, you can always say "Sith!" and no one will be the wiser.

[@sketchyguynv]

@@TenSeven97 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@SKSProps]

How cool is that! and yeah people bought a ton of my foam clay so much it sold out! but luckily I have a full shipment arriving to Blick Art Materials in a few days, Thanks for the shout out!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks man! Appreciate you!

[@christopherpoxon9508]

For the clear parts try painting the back metallic silver, get the glow and hide the glue.

[@starwarsnerdiness5175]

The Sith Wayfinder is one of my favorite sequel props, and I just might try this myself. Thanks for posting.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you for watching. I hope you give it a shot.

[@madmikeee9643]

For the behind the greeblies glue spot, my thought would be to paint the back of the acrylic the background color first, let dry, THEN apply the glue to the acrylic piece and insert.

[@ghostbustersquickresponseu5159]

Yes a silver will make them pop even more.

[@stevestrohacker8436]

Would a double stick tape applied to the greeblie, cut to fit the silhouette and pressed into place work? It would give a consistent color across the greeblie.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

That is certainly an idea, but the silver really made these stand out.

[@madmikeee9643]

@@TheSmugglersRoom That's why I was suggesting you paint the back of the acrylic and let it dry first... Basically I see this as , 1) you paint your object the color you want, 2) you paint the back of the clear acrylic the same color and let dry. 3) Then you glue the painted side of the acrylic to the object. The paint on the back of the acrylic should completely block any visual cues of glue. I am in no way saying this will 100% work, just a thought that I had while eating my lunch at work and watching the vid

[@bascodelagamma]

I think your build is better than your reference material. Really awesome, thank you :)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@GarlandLym]

Totally, when Brian said this was the movie reference video....I was like what? Looks like they copied the smugglers room and mostly got it right. Lmao

[@mariemeyer2885]

Well you know what I'm going to say......."I want one!" Another amazing project, nicely done.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you

[@TenSeven97]

Ah, @ 11:13, the humble but very useful Tansfer Punch! I suggested in an ealier video they would serve you well, happy to see them in action.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

YES!!! You certainly did and it has been a HUGE game changer. Thank you so much!

[@quixoticjedi942]

I smile every time you use that closed cell foam for diffusers. Modellers use tiny amounts of white PVA glue on clear parts to prevent frosting, maybe a drop on each end would work for those orange acrylic pieces. It's not like you need massive amounts of holding power.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! It was an amazing tip ;). I might have to try that PVA method as well, thank you!

[@Boylei]

This build turned out great! That brushed aluminum technique is sweet. Thanks for sharing it!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you for stopping by for a look! Much appreciated!

[@DavidC-dz6qu]

LOOKS GREAT!! re: the bits of orange acrylic and glue - clear, double sided tape.

[@fargrim517]

Great video! As a guy who’s just acquired a laser printer, it’s getting my ideas in motion!

[@brianp8148]

It's always a good day when you notice a Smugglers Room video is available to watch :)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

You're the best!

[@spinatundei]

This Fake-Aluminium is very shiny. Great!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL, Thank you!

[@RebelBaseBuilds]

Booom!!! What a build bro!!! Sith is the way, unless you are Rebel, then Rebel is the way... Yeah...

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

lol! Thanks man

[@bencline9701]

Spray silver or chrome on the back of transparent acrylic before you glue them. Hope this helps!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@samuelbuscop1615]

This is one of your best video!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@Mr.GScienceGeek]

Love watching a new video of yours at lunch!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@MultiTankAddiction]

In the future you could try clear silicone..it should spread to fill the space behind those orange accents.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

great! We'll try that, thank you!

[@wandering_star]

Gives me an over the top idea of a way to display a lightsaber!! Thanks.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

There you go!!! Can't wait to see it!

[@props88]

Awesome Video again Brian!! Thank you!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@ResinBelle]

This is awesome! Got my creative thoughts flowing. Turned out great!

[@RexusKing]

16:22 My wild guess: Use clear double sided tape. Tape the double sided tape on the back side of the acrylic, then laser cut it, that way the tape is a perfect match for the shape of the acrylic and it's transparent.

[@Galactic_Factotum]

Having seen other videos on how to make a Wayfinder, I mainly watched this to see how it was going to be displayed and I am completely blown away. Both by your way of making the wayfinder itself, especially with the display stand and I look forward to trying my hand at something very similar! great video as always, I look forward to the next one!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much for the kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed it!

[@davkasbuilds4391]

Great job as always! Love the build! I'll definitely have to give that brushed aluminum trick a try! As for the orange acrylic, one possibility could be as simple as laying down a strip of clear double-sided tape on one side and cutting it to the shape of the piece. That way it'll be significantly less likely to show through and should still hold just fine. The other thought I had was spray adhesive which might give a more even coat.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Yeah, i think the doub sided tape is worth a shot for sure.

[@jackwriter1908]

It looks great. Still didn't watch Rise of Skywalker, so I have no idea what that is, but it looks definetly Star Wars.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Glad you liked it

[@p.t.benzinger2179]

Your builds never disappoint sir!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much!

[@ScottBourke]

I usually colour my acrylic buttons with vibrant nail polish on the backs. Once set u can glue it with CA glue and no issues. Great video guys. Xmas ornament wayfinder for the tree is in order now.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you Scott! That tip is definitely worth a try. And the ornament idea sounds awesome too!

[@TheCebulon]

Thanks, Brian. Great project. Greetings from Munich, Tom.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you Tom! Be safe my friend!

[@WiredWorkshop]

Wow that came out amazing! And that brushed metal look blew my mind I’m 100% going to try that

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

You should! Thank you!

[@ivangonzales5667]

Stunning project as always, looks really great

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much!

[@markuren442]

Fantastic builds guys. Well done.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@damianwoods6543]

Wow that is just amazing

[@johnlanger7852]

They talked about the Sith Wayfinders being hand made by the Sith so much like lightsabers each is unique and special

[@scottmemberg]

Brian, once again you amaze me, sir! Great Job! One suggestion for gluing the orange acrylic might be spray 3m glue?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Yeah, that might be a great way to do that. I'll give that a shot and see what the results are.

[@jerrymctaggart4151]

You can also try canopy glue. It will dry clear

[@GarlandLym]

I also thought maybe you could use glue on the edges instead of the back. And use tweezers for aiding the fine motor skills during assembly/ glue up

[@RockhartStudios]

Loved this build! For the orange acrylic pieces maybe roughing up the back with sandpaper would help obscure any glue stains?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@joshuatrujillo1888]

Looks amazing 🤩

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!!

[@jakehuss899]

I’d try some double sided tape on those little acrylic pieces. Should hold up being recessed like they are.

[@martinbelton4973]

Yet another great. Project looks awesome like the way you gave a choice of how to make the peices for the orange acrilic use clear double sided tape gr8 build 😁

[@MigMonkey]

Love this display! I printed a Wayfinder from files I found on Etsy, then slathered it with plaster for the stone effect. Lit with a simple tea candle light that I swapped in a red and green led. I'd love to hardwire it in the future so it can stay on without the hassle of batteries.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

That sounds perfect!!!!!

[@bluesteve124]

I might suggest trying a transparent double sided adhesive film used in scrapbooking. It will pretty much be automatically acid-free (non-yellowing), I'm pretty certain there are permanent versions, and you could probably apply it to the back side of your acrylic before laser cutting. ;-)

[@DoktorHalloween]

Canopy Glue also is known as Formula 560. It is made by Pacer. It dries completely clear, and remains a little flexible. It is used for adhering model airplane canopies. You only need a touch of it around the edges.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Perfect! Thank you!

[@fleckione-workinprogress4249]

looks amazing!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@roncasallas3411]

Great build brother. I love it...syth wayfinder better than the movie effect one.. better detail. Love my greeblies seals the deal!!!... this is the way!! The smuggler way!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much!

[@DeltaRogue]

I don’t know of I like the foam but it looks awesome love the project!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Fair enough, thank you for watching!

[@thedarkknight803able]

That is Awesome build!😯😁😄👍🏿💯

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!

[@petecastiglione9710]

For the amber acrylic, instead of glue you could try using the same tape used for phone screen installs. Cut it to cover the entire back and only the back. Then there would be no variation.

[@andrewdonatelli6953]

Another cool and entertaining build. Your channel is one of the few bright spots of 2020. I look forward to your videos every week.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you so much Andrew, we really appreciate the kind words, and we are so happy you are enjoying it!

[@p.t.benzinger2179]

I have so many ideas of fun things i would want to build...

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Fantastic! Go for it!

[@starwarsmikecustoms3366]

Awesome piece of work. Keep it up. I love seeing the stuff you come up with.

[@deannaatkinson3004]

My laser guy had suggested applying 3M double sided tape to the back of the acrylic before cutting. Then once cut, you just peel off the backing and adhere it. Wouldn’t work so well for transparent/translucent pieces. But a good idea for opaque parts being stacked.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you Deanna, that sounds promising!

[@teamgt7690]

The Smugglers Guild!!! ... What an amazing name. I am so proud to be a part of this Guild :) Mind blowing video, build and subject mate, you nailed it once again!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! We are so thankful for you!

[@teamgt7690]

For the orange details you could use thin transparent double sided tape that Sellotape make, basically it's just double sided sticky tape :)

[@RichardThompsonCA]

Great vid! Every new project is better than the last! Really impressive work.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Wow! Thank you so much!

[@BrucesWorldofStuff]

Fantastic! I sit here and watch as the layers are applied and I am always amazed! Every single time on every video! :-D A Smugglers video would not be a Smuggler's video without the greeblies! Just the right touch! Film accuracy, Bla, Who cares if if is just plain Cool! Yes it is a Seth device and you will end-up at Walmart. After all it is using the DarkSide... LOl Thanks for the build and Great Video! LLAP

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Wow, thank you! Really appreciate the kind words!

[@PoweredByStuff]

Hmmm i don't have much experience with acrylic, but maybe paint the backside of the orange pieces with the same color as the box and then glue it? It would mask the glue? Maybe? Great build btw 😉

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Yeah, i considered paint, however the silver behind the paint makes the acrylic pop. Not sure if the paint would dull it, but it's worth a shot!

[@PoweredByStuff]

@@TheSmugglersRoom yeah maybe 🙄 or maybe clear resin? But that's maybe too much 😁 i saw a fellow smuggler suggesting double-sided Scotch tape, you got some options now 😁

[@rogueshadow5280]

Maybe an experiment leaving the protective coating on one side of the acrylic insert will help hide glue squeeze out... or maybe a piece of aluminum tape

[@deannaatkinson3004]

Another incredible build my friend. Love the use of the clay foam for the stone effect. I like your approach for the brushed aluminium look. I had come up with a different technique. I hold down the acrylic on a flat surface. Then, using double sided tape, wrap some 80 grit sandpaper to an ABS tube. Then drag the sandpaper over the acrylic, in a straight line. Repeating til I get the results I like. Then wipe/wash the surface and paint. It’s a bit scary taking a coarse sandpaper to laser cut acrylic the first time. I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to get the inset pieces in the “Death Star wall lights”, without the glue showing. I have a number of inlay parts to do for a current project. I’m going to test using a clear resin, applied from behind. Will let you know how it works (once I get up the courage). I fortunately have some test parts first. As for press fit, that’s kind of hard with laser cut parts. The laser cuts at a slight bevel and a kerf. I think the most likely way to accomplish this would be to cut the inset parts in exactly the same place as the openings are cut. Then they should be close to the same bevel (the angle varies depending on the position on the table. As for the kerf, try an offset of about 0.001”. It’s going to take experimenting to determine the kerf on your laser. I believe the kerf is also going to vary (by ten thousandths) across the bed. I’ve also found that you get very slight differences between acrylic sheets (colors and batches). Age, storage and climate cause subtle variances in your cuts (I’ve been doing a lot of laser cutting of late). I’m thinking I might need to add this way finder to my growing list of projects. I love it. Also, thanks for the shout out. Long live the Guild.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Fantastic Deanna! Thank you so much. Look forward to your projects . . . and adding more to your list ;)

[@mannye]

Beautiful! It would take a lot of trial and error, but making the little acrylic pieces "press fit" would eliminate any need for glue.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yes indeed. I thought about that, and it really would be a great way to lock them in.

[@mannye]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Watching your videos inspired me to make my office into a Star Wars inspired space. It even got on TV! www.local10.com/soflo-taste/2020/10/03/may-the-man-cave-be-with-you/

[@davidking6172]

Great stuff

[@PearlJam2k6]

Definitely will keep the brushed alu' in mind, looks very nice and is dirt-cheap to make too. As for the orange parts, only idea i got would be to glue them before assembling the sides with simple clear tape on the back. Basically just slot them in, with the part "face down", put a strip of tape behind each line and i think the surface tension around the clear part combined to the packing tape *should* hold it in place. Its a guess, but its worth testing out i think. Another, slightly more annoying way, would be to make each of the strips on a single large plate with a thin lip, and make an inner "step" in the part you're gluing them to so the glue is actually around the clear plate and not directly under each strip. Takes more planning and using a router tool i guess, but at least its clean.

[@DoktorHalloween]

Try Canopy Glue, and, just around the edges, then insert the acrylic piece.

[@wesmadebuilds681]

I have used loctite G02 in the past for clear windows on my RC car builds. It doesn’t smoke the window like CA and dries crystal clear.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Great! Thank you very much, we'll give it a shot.

[@TenSeven97]

If you have to use CA glue on clear parts, coat (2x) both sides with Future floor wax. The wax will protect the clear plastic and prevent the glue's fumes from clouding the plastic.

[@Talban]

Double stick tape might work for your colored acrylic bits. Cut it to shape so it covers the entire back.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Perfect, thank you!

[@Sarahbuildsstepsequencers]

Very well done! Very interesting to watch!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@NorMandalArms]

That came out awesome! Love the Arduino dancing lights kind of idea. Actually taking a course on Arduino right now so may try this project with that.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome! What course are you taking?

[@NorMandalArms]

@@TheSmugglersRoom the Arduino crash course you posted a year ago lol. I watched the video again and decided to go for it

[@TECsta76]

Maybe look into more uniform glue applications? Or even double sided tape cut to the same specification...

[@Halfassit]

Awesome

[@offworldatom8850]

You Rock Awesome Brother! I Have Spoken

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! This is the way!

[@nobiggie7786]

Looks awesome, great work as always! That brushed aluminum trick is pretty cool! Gonna have to try it on my blaster or droid when I get the chance

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@InsidetheBoothTV]

Great video as always.. I kinda wish I was that creative (Dan from Inside the booth)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I'm sure you could be. Just let that crazy inner child out for a stroll . . . LOL

[@sethcraig3670]

Nice build! LOL@ Sith is the Way

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL!!!

[@mattkendell1344]

Looks amazing! Love the display. I've started making my own using thecdiy design tutorial. Once I'm finished I'll post on my Instagram the desert scrap pile.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Fantastic Matt, best of luck on your project, hope you enjoy!

[@romainvilleneuve]

it awesome build diorama 👌👌👌

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much!

[@mandar3567]

Really Cool!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@davec3275]

Super amazing build! What about very thin VHB tape for the small acrylic parts? very thin and easy to cut to shape.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Great suggestion! We'll have to give that a try

[@lazycustommodels4421]

For gluing the orange parts, testors clear parts cement

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Sweet! Thank you!

[@Tommy_Collada]

16:15 pressure fit maybe, or have something over top to work as a lid.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Pressure for is a pretty good idea

[@CGRTist]

Empire Approved!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL! Thank you my friend!

[@WayneMcCormick]

For the orange acrylic, use canopy glue instead of CA.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Perfect, we’ll give that a try!

[@laurencespruytte5879]

big good job!!!!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@one-l7g]

What laser cutter do you use?

[@relixofwar]

As always I loved the video! Great stuff! One of these days you should do a modeling tutorial in fusion 360. Thanks!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! I am still a pretty big noob when it comes to Fusion, but once I get my feet under me I will do that.

[@TheWade0416]

That makes it look like you're in Florida. Might want to scramble your data!😃

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

HA!!!

[@Modelersguild]

About the glue squeeze out. Paint the back of the acrylic and then apply the glue.

[@johnlanger7852]

use uv resin to stick the clear parts to other things

[@undeadwiccan]

Another amazing piece. Had you considered using clear acrylic with something orange behind those accents on the side? Or even adhering them to the larger black acrylic prior to them being on the display itself? The glue would be on the edges of the acrylic them instead of the middle.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks Keith, i had considered that, and I did try glueing the sides on the "left" side after i made a mess of the "right" side, but it was still visible. Thanks for watching!

[@undeadwiccan]

@@TheSmugglersRoom That sucks. It was just a thought that came to mind honestly. I have zero experience with this sort of stuff. Honestly, the "mistakes" could just be seen as wear and tear cause I bet this device has been in a number of ships over its existence. I don't know why but the thought of "biological greeblies" just popped in my head... like an acid burn or blaster damage... something that looks organic instead of mechanical.

[@captdan7876]

Oh Sith!!! New video!! :-)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL!!!!

[@jediknightjairinaiki560]

Please say you're going to be offering patches, lapel pins, decals, shirts or some such thing with the Smugglers Guild name and logo.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Oh yes indeed we will 😉

[@SgtTaz]

Orange inserts- dots of glue on side vs center where it's visible ;)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you. We did try that and n the other side, but it was still pretty visible, even with a small amount applied. But we appreciate it?

[@GarlandLym]

Ok, that is pretty awesome. Love the walk down Sith memory lane. But I am curious about the item behind you in the opening scene. Is it a movie scene light? Some sort of tattooine turbine motor part? Loved another great episode. But also curious about the back. Is there an access panel for the lights wiring, battery pack...?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Ah yes my friend, keen eye you have there. I am actually going to do a little show and tell video on that specific item very soon. Stay tuned!

[@barryfriesen8062]

To avoid the visible glue look, use 3M 467 tape applie to the back of your acrylic before you laser then it is just peel and stick! The 3M is strong, no worries.

[@DTCFilms]

You can use aluminum duct tape on the back of the orange acrylic pieces or any colored pieces of acrylic. Then you glue them to the piece and there you go, bob’s your uncle no glue squeeze marks.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks for the tip, we'll give that a try!

[@thehighground1115]

5!!!!!! long live the republic

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL!!!

[@tonypipe5009]

Top notch build brilliant and for your clear plastic glue issue i use glue and glaze looks white but dries clear hope thats of some help

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks for the tip!

[@tonypipe5009]

Thats cool its not cheap but I've had my bottle ages a little bit goes a long way

[@TenSeven97]

@ 16:19 - Formula 560 Canopy Glue. Srong, somewhat flexible, dries very clear, a little goes a long way, and is only $7 on Amazon.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!! Definitely check that out!

[@TenSeven97]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Another thing that is nice about Formula 560 is that it is really thin right out of the bottle. You can use a tooth pick or fine paint brush to apply it at the edges of parts being joined and let the capillary action do its thing, much like using Tamiya Extra Thin cement on styrene model kit parts.

[@krystiancwikowski3847]

Hi Brayen when you continue the sitting area and the shelf’s? Greetings from Germany & stay healthy 😷

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hi There! We are working on two more updates as we speak. Should have a new one out for you in a couple weeks at most!

[@paulwhitehead3002]

try doing two dots of glue on the short side edges

[@lukecobabe3673]

Leave the backing paper onto the side that you glue

[@tronpig]

When is the mando costume part two Edit: nvm I found it and part three