STAR CITIZEN - RSI POLARIS Project

[kmp.cooling]

I've never thought that I would see "case" like this , I'm glad I've added thread to watched
And thanks for update, waiting for more

Any custom engraving, or custom stick-on RSI logos? I can imagine it looking like a Polaris main computer, as a system part.

Fake ship fuses could look good also, somewhere inside the case but unused space.

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"Computer, play Star Citizen"

Thanks so much to both of you for the support and awesome ideas!

This is definitely an ambitious build, and I’m aiming to make it feel like a living system module, as if it came straight out of a Star Citizen ship.
As for the aesthetics: yes, I’m planning on adding custom engravings, RSI logos, and military/futuristic elements. I’m already working in CAD on some stencil templates. The idea of fake ship fuses is absolutely brilliant — I might include them in a secondary bay or as a functional-looking prop.

Stay tuned, more updates are coming soon

 

[kmp.cooling]

First Color Tests & MDPC-X Order​

Hi everyone!

I’ve just placed an order with MDPC-X for all the sleeving gear I need for the custom cables in my Star Citizen mod: premium sleeves, color sample packs, and transparent micro heatshrinks for super clean and precise finishes.

I’ve also started testing some cable color combinations for ATX, EPS, PCI-E, SATA, and Molex cables. It's still early, but here are some first visual mockups

As always, I'm aiming for full aesthetic and functional customization—right down to the wiring!

Let me know what you think about the color schemes! I’d love to hear your feedback, suggestions, or ideas.

 

[kmp.cooling]

Hey everyone!

After a bit of behind-the-scenes work, here’s a slightly different update.

I’ve started working on the aesthetic side of the mod, experimenting with custom stencils and graphics for component detailing. For this, I dusted off my trusty old Silhouette Cameo 2 – outdated, yes, but still getting the job done like a champ!

In the pics you’ll see:

• Vinyl cutting in progress
• Manual weeding with precision knives
• First test application on a radiator surface

I designed graphics inspired by the RSI Polaris, including:

• "POLARIS – Danger Engine"
• "RSI"
• "RAD X 360MM"
• and more tech-styled visuals to replicate the vibe of a real starship subsystem.

It’s still an experimental phase, but so far I’m happy:

"Clean details, good vinyl grip – a solid start for the upcoming airbrush stage."

Got suggestions for other decals, logos, or phrases? I’d love to hear your ideas below!

 

[kmp.cooling]

Radiator Stencil & Paint Test ​

Today I started the first stencil painting test on one of the radiators.
The goal of this phase is to evaluate:

• stencil hold during application and painting
• edge sharpness after removal
• readability of small graphics
• behavior of the paint on a clean, untreated metal surface

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Materials and tools used:​

• Metallic silver acrylic paint
• Custom-cut adhesive vinyl stencils
• Airbrush with a 0.3 mm nozzle (low pressure)
• Masking tape for isolated protection

The radiator was cleaned thoroughly, but no primer or sanding was applied.

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Application method:​

After placing the stencil and masking the surroundings, I sprayed a few light, crossed passes with the airbrush, letting it dry between layers.

Once the paint was dry to the touch, I carefully removed the stencil to evaluate:

• whether the edges remained sharp
• if the small text was still legible
• whether the vinyl held firmly or lifted during the process

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Precision and challenge:​

The details in this test are as small as 0.6 mm – extremely fine.
Getting clean results with such small elements is not easy, especially using non-professional tools and being still quite new to airbrushing.


But challenges like these don’t scare me – let’s see how it turns out!

 

[kmp.cooling]

Star Citizen PC Mod – Detail Painting Update: Italian Flag & More

Progress continues with the stencil and paintwork!
This time, I focused on applying some of the smallest details, like the Italian flag, scaled down to fit on the side of the main radiator.

Process:

• precise masking of the target areas;
• application of previously cut stencils;
• direct airbrush painting with colored inks;
• careful stencil removal after drying.

Important note: the size of the painted details – like the flag stripes – is on the millimeter scale. I'm not using professional tools, and this is actually my first time working with an airbrush.
That said, the result came out surprisingly clean:

• no bleeding or overspray;
• sharp separation between colors;
• stencils held tight during the process!

The RSI logo, the tricolor and the rest of the technical markings are integrating well with the Polaris-themed build.

Let me know what you think!
If you have ideas for additional markings, symbols or functional labels, I’d love to hear them.
I’m not afraid of challenges—every day’s a new learning experience

 

[Kwadratowicz]

From photos it looks like it was factory made , the texture is really nice in all colors .