10-min. Star Trek Phaser flashing LED mod

Step 3 Step 2: Prep the phaser

Remove the batteries and disassemble the phaser, keeping all of the loose parts in a safe place. Discard the lamp bulb holder and the clear circular shield in the barrel of the phaser. You won't need these. Now grab the phaser barrel cap with the clear phaser stalk sticking out of it.

There are two small thread pads that you will need to file down, as we will be pressing the barrel cap back onto the body. Looking into the cap, there are two screws holding the thing together. Place a glob of hot glue on each screw head to prevent any short circuits with the BlinkM. Lastly, clip off the two metal tabs that made contact with the bulb.