[GB] Duck Viper/Eagle V2 Kustom Group Buy [Closed] - 2nd Batch Shipped

[zacheadams]

Anyone has a link for how to install holtites? pushing the holtites down into pcb is too painful because the hole is too tight, cant even feel my fingers anymore 

Anyone has a link for how to install holtites? pushing the holtites down into pcb is too painful because the hole is too tight, cant even feel my fingers anymore 

Super seconded.  I'm hoping to use holtites on this board.

Search... Literally was the first hit on YouTube.

In some capacity, I was trying to get a more specific guide for this PCB.

I have heard that the backspace doesn't necessarily install but I can't figure out why from a Google search.  I don't have the holtites yet, I'm trying to ask so I don't tinker before having complete information on a very expensive board :/

[MandrewDavis]

Just did a full holtite install on my VE.A, your main enemy is lifting pads.

You don't want to keep the heat on them for too long so it took me a few passes per switch.
First pass you just want to get the collar about halfway into the pcb. Second pass is the attempt get them sitting flush.
For me, the third pass was just touching everything was perfect.

I lifted a few pads on the macros before figuring this out.

[Potage]

Little potato of my Eagle, it has 62g lubed clear, OG DyeSub, GMK CMYK :

[anthorix]

found a use for those leftover sticker pieces.  Dampen the clipped stablizers as they hit the pcb.

[Sneaky Potato]

found a use for those leftover sticker pieces.  Dampen the clipped stablizers as they hit the pcb.

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I like this.

[dubious]

found a use for those leftover sticker pieces.  Dampen the clipped stablizers as they hit the pcb.

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that's a good idea! How do they compare with bandaids/cosmetic tape?

[Atredl]

found a use for those leftover sticker pieces.  Dampen the clipped stablizers as they hit the pcb.

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that's a good idea! How do they compare with bandaids/cosmetic tape?

I want to know this as well. I've done bandaid mod with my other builds and I still have the leftovers from the stickers.

[anthorix]

i don't have any other mods to compare them to, but they're working just fine. 

[yookwh]

Has anyone here used hot swap sockets for the PCB? If so, how did it go?

[ViệtNV]

I got my eagle in last week 

Completed in yesterday 

[anthorix]

mmm that sticker 

[wodan]

I have taken a few pics of the kit components for the DT wiki before assembly in case anyone is interested.

https://m.imgur.com/a/B0FRA

Will be live-streaming the build of both Ducks on YouTube soon:
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCOfwAlVn0JxymLljlDnOODQ

[donjoan666]

Just have a short question. Why do we need to put weight on Viper/Eagle?
They are already heavy enough?... it doesn't move at all when typed?..

[gaiden]

Just have a short question. Why do we need to put weight on Viper/Eagle?
They are already heavy enough?... it doesn't move at all when typed?..

Here's a short answer: Super size me. We must do it because we can. Wallets must be emptied. It's​ a vanity plate for your luxury Keeb 🙂

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[Sneaky Potato]

Just have a short question. Why do we need to put weight on Viper/Eagle?
They are already heavy enough?... it doesn't move at all when typed?..

It's to weed out the weak from the strong.

[BlackInk]

I tried to install holtites into duck pcb today but it doesnt fit, i got these holtites from zeal and its very lose, not sure which model # are these, i think i need to solder the holtites to make it stay in

[yookwh]

Thanks for letting us know 

[wodan]

Built my Duck Viper V2 last night, here's the stream in case anyone is intereste:

[SixtyLife]

Built my Duck Viper V2 last night, here's the stream in case anyone is intereste:

wow the board sounds so good. thanks for the vid.

[donjoan666]

Just have a short question. Why do we need to put weight on Viper/Eagle?
They are already heavy enough?... it doesn't move at all when typed?..

Here's a short answer: Super size me. We must do it because we can. Wallets must be emptied. It's​ a vanity plate for your luxury Keeb 🙂

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I like vanity. I'm in.

[donjoan666]

Just have a short question. Why do we need to put weight on Viper/Eagle?
They are already heavy enough?... it doesn't move at all when typed?..

It's to weed out the weak from the strong.

Well described. I'm in.

[zacheadams]

[inosint]

And there you guys have it! Thanks Aaron! Would you mind reposting the link..I've had a couple people ask me for it already.

I'm only doing the non HHKB btw.

Sure, here you go:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2BotsTwxuB5djNyaXdSWGp0Vmc

Does anyone happen to have the proper dimensions for this plate? They don't seem included in the ai

[aaron6301]

And there you guys have it! Thanks Aaron! Would you mind reposting the link..I've had a couple people ask me for it already.

I'm only doing the non HHKB btw.

Sure, here you go:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2BotsTwxuB5djNyaXdSWGp0Vmc

Does anyone happen to have the proper dimensions for this plate? They don't seem included in the ai

What dimensions do you need and for which file?

[inosint]

Was looking for dimensions specific to the PlateOutline-HHKB.ai file. A dxf file including dimensions was requested, so just looking for measurements.

[aaron6301]

Was looking for dimensions specific to the PlateOutline-HHKB.ai file. A dxf file including dimensions was requested, so just looking for measurements.

Here's the info that Lasergist requested, let me know if you need anything other than what is listed.

Plate Thickness: 1.5 mm
Height: 103.9mm
Width: 285.75mm
Path Length(total): 4887.588mm

Additionally, I asked them to verify that the plate measures 11.25″ by 4.0906″.

[inosint]

Was looking for dimensions specific to the PlateOutline-HHKB.ai file. A dxf file including dimensions was requested, so just looking for measurements.

Here's the info that Lasergist requested, let me know if you need anything other than what is listed.

Plate Thickness: 1.5 mm
Height: 103.9mm
Width: 285.75mm
Path Length(total): 4887.588mm

Additionally, I asked them to verify that the plate measures 11.25″ by 4.0906″.

Excellent, that should be more than sufficient. Thanks again!

[Grimspoon]

Any Zeal compatible diffusers available for sale?

[loud_asian]

anyone know what the screw size is on the bottom holes?

[onmybikedrunk]

Any Zeal compatible diffusers available for sale?

I have two left, PM me your PayPal.  **They're on hold until all orders are received but you're first up if all goes well**

[iamtootallforthis]

Finally built one of my PCBs for my Duck Viper v2! Vintage Blacks lubed and spring swapped to 67g with lubed Zeal stabs.

[Grimspoon]

Any Zeal compatible diffusers available for sale?

I have two left, PM me your PayPal.  **They're on hold until all orders are received but you're first up if all goes well**

PM Incoming, thanks for looking out. Much appreciated!!!

[Unforgivable]

Silly question for those who have used plate mount switches - Do you ever get a bit paranoid that it could possibly damage the PCB someday, since it's floating and only sustained by solder joints?

I was going to try buying some Vintage Blacks for a different keyboard but that thought made me hesitate. I know I'm probably worrying for nothing though, but I thought I'd ask since some of you have used them in these Viper 2's!

On a side note: If you want a good home for your Viper V2, let me know!

[HappyCatFish]

Silly question for those who have used plate mount switches - Do you ever get a bit paranoid that it could possibly damage the PCB someday, since it's floating and only sustained by solder joints?

I was going to try buying some Vintage Blacks for a different keyboard but that thought made me hesitate. I know I'm probably worrying for nothing though, but I thought I'd ask since some of you have used them in these Viper 2's!

On a side note: If you want a good home for your Viper V2, let me know!

I use plate mounted switches for everything but the stabilized keys (and sometimes other mods on compatibility plates) and have never had an issue. I hate installing PCB mount switches as they are a pain to get seated properly and uniformly and I always worry about accidentally breaking or bending the plate or PCB.

I would go for it!

[WarCommand]

So... next round when? 

[gaiden]

Given the timeframe from R1 to R2, 2 years maybe

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[WarCommand]

Fk

[iNViSiBiLiTi]

anyone know what the screw size is on the bottom holes?

They should be M3 threaded counter sunk screws for the front of the case.  The back are hex socket screws. 

[BlackInk]

Guys, any info about the brass weight inserts? really wanna get one right now

[iamtootallforthis]

Guys, any info about the brass weight inserts? really wanna get one right now

Nothing from Merlin as he still working on other buys AFAIK.

[zacheadams]

Guys, any info about the brass weight inserts? really wanna get one right now

Given how long it's taking in the BlackBird weight buy, it's going to be a loooooong time to get this (that prior buy needs to end before this one begins), so you might want to cut your hype for a while

[mtzgr]

Guys, any info about the brass weight inserts? really wanna get one right now

Given how long it's taking in the BlackBird weight buy, it's going to be a loooooong time to get this (that prior buy needs to end before this one begins), so you might want to cut your hype for a while

Thinking of changing the supplier to cut down on the time?

[heroinbob]

Disregard, figured it out.

Thank you,

Paul

[zacheadams]

Guys, any info about the brass weight inserts? really wanna get one right now

Given how long it's taking in the BlackBird weight buy, it's going to be a loooooong time to get this (that prior buy needs to end before this one begins), so you might want to cut your hype for a while

Thinking of changing the supplier to cut down on the time?

He is, per that thread, but that still requires the current GB to end.

[Grimspoon]

Did many people purchase extra PCBs? Are there any available? I may have killed my board and will possibly need a replacement.

[BlackInk]

Did many people purchase extra PCBs? Are there any available? I may have killed my board and will possibly need a replacement.

Same, almost killed my board while desoldering, my pcb is ****ed up now but still able to work, not sure if i need to replace it in the future

[iamtootallforthis]

Did many people purchase extra PCBs? Are there any available? I may have killed my board and will possibly need a replacement.

I purchased an extra plate and PCB to be safe. You should contact elton to ask but I would assume no.

Did many people purchase extra PCBs? Are there any available? I may have killed my board and will possibly need a replacement.

Same, almost killed my board while desoldering, my pcb is ****ed up now but still able to work, not sure if i need to replace it in the future

This is why you purchase an extra to be safe.

[Grimspoon]

Got my kit new but second hand, I'd have bought a spare if I had been in the group buy.

Luckily my board is functional but it's lighting is messed up due to a unfortunate short. If I can't find a new PCB I may just see if anyone is interested in a spare case. Hate to see this thing go to waste.

Just exploring options at the moment. Would also entertain anyone who might be able to repair the PCB.

[retrochick]

Got my kit new but second hand, I'd have bought a spare if I had been in the group buy.

Luckily my board is functional but it's lighting is messed up due to a unfortunate short. If I can't find a new PCB I may just see if anyone is interested in a spare case. Hate to see this thing go to waste.

Just exploring options at the moment. Would also entertain anyone who might be able to repair the PCB.

I'd be interested in a spare case. I'd also be curious to see where the short is in the PCB itself. Maybe it's an easy fix.

[Grimspoon]

I think it shorted near the right shift / enter key. The underglow RGB  near that spot just sort of flickers / freaks out a bit on that side. It's mostly an underglow issue, everything else seems okay.

I'm trying to figure out if theres a hard reset to default on the keyboard as opposed to booting into flash mode for firmware. I can load firmware just fine but i'd like to see how the board behaves when it's back to default, if that's even possible.

As it stands the board is fine as far as typing goes but I think the rgb is a just wrecked.