towerrat 0 #1 August 25, 2004 I just received in the mail my new Flat Top. In the instructions it says the coating will not cure for a month and is prone to scratching. It also says not to bake it for a month. I was wondering if anyone has experience with this, and if so how critical are these recommendations?Play stupid games, win stupid prizes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diverds 0 #2 August 25, 2004 No matter how long the paint has cured, you don't bake the actual shell of the FTP or FTN only the liner. Skydive Radio Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #3 August 25, 2004 QuoteNo matter how long the paint has cured, you don't bake the actual shell of the FTP or FTN only the liner. Really??? Damn...no wonder mine cracked Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #4 August 25, 2004 The trick is to remove the foam liner, put it in the oven (for the recommended time and temperature) then re-insert it in the helmet and clamp the helmet on your head until it cools to the correct fit. I have never heard of anyone putting a complete Bonehead helmet in the oven. Shameless - un-sponsored plug - : both my Bonehead helmets (old school full-box and HAVOK) fit great using these methods. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
towerrat 0 #5 August 25, 2004 Thanks fellas! I must just be stupid....geez, I hope I don't diePlay stupid games, win stupid prizes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #6 August 25, 2004 QuoteThe trick is to remove the foam liner, put it in the oven (for the recommended time and temperature) then re-insert it in the helmet and clamp the helmet on your head until it cools to the correct fit. I have never heard of anyone putting a complete Bonehead helmet in the oven. Shameless - un-sponsored plug - : both my Bonehead helmets (old school full-box and HAVOK) fit great using these methods. I was kidding for cryin' out loudAnd yes, baking the liner (not the shell) works great - your skull goes numb after having the helmet clamped on your nut waiting for the foam to mold to yer head but, once the form fitting is done it does offer a very nice fit. Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hottamaly 1 #7 August 25, 2004 Quote I just received in the mail my new Flat Top. In the instructions it says the coating will not cure for a month and is prone to scratching. It also says not to bake it for a month. I was wondering if anyone has experience with this, and if so how critical are these recommendations? Why didn't you just call Bonehead and ask this question? I would have been happy to have answered for you. Skydiving gave me a reason to live I'm not afraid of what I'll miss when I die...I'm afraid of what I'll miss as I live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #8 August 25, 2004 Because you're scary. I mean geeezus, yer a fire breathin' dragon fer christs sake...... ---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
towerrat 0 #9 August 25, 2004 cuz It was ten O'clock last night when I posted this. I wanted some answers NOW damnit!Play stupid games, win stupid prizes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VisionAir 0 #10 August 26, 2004 QuoteI have never heard of anyone putting a complete Bonehead helmet in the oven. Some of Boneheads helmets (ie. Optik) do have the option to bake it shell and all but NOT the FTP or FTN. Huh?!? What cloud?!? Oh that!!! That's just Industrial Haze Alex M. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #11 August 26, 2004 QuoteBecause you're scary. I mean geeezus, yer a fire breathin' dragon fer christs sake...... No foolin. Use this avatar, Linda, and you'll get many more calls! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hottamaly 1 #12 August 26, 2004 I think I'll stick with my puff dragon. I have a tatoo of a winged dragon and a collection of them. They are allot cuter than me. Skydiving gave me a reason to live I'm not afraid of what I'll miss when I die...I'm afraid of what I'll miss as I live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
