Tron Themed Full Size R2D2 Build
I'm finally going to do my R2D2 build. No really this time. I want mine to be different though. So, I'm going to cross the streams and make it a Tron themed R2D2. All black R2 unit with addressable LED strips throughout. The goal is to have use WLED to control the LED strips and allow the color schemes/effects to be customizable. I also want it to be sound reactive. This going to be more of a party droid. I'm hoping to debut him at MagFest 2026 in January.
AI mockup of what I'm going for:
It's a 3D print using Mr. Baddeleys parts. I've done a lot of mods on the dome and body panels to make it easier to mount the LED strips. I'm printing the upper dome panels in clear PETG and covering them in black vinyl to get the Tron look on the dome.
I've got most of the parts printed. Now its a matter of creating custom mounts for LED strips, wiring and getting it all installed. I'll post more updates as I move forward. If you are interested int he modded 3D parts contact me.
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