Lol I've managed to compile something using the file path stated above for Orange Box Tools. Feel free to have a look at the model itself later: http://tf2.gamebanana.com/skins/134949

Don't worry I've found it out. The file path I used was common/Team Fortress 2/bin.

Hey Helljumper and co.,

I've been trying to make a skin of one of my hats that I've previously compiled using the in game import tool. Basically I'm compiling from scratch and I'm up to the part where you use the GUIStudioMDL to compile the model. I don't know how to set the file paths. Can someone tell me where to set the orange box tools path?

Thank you very for the reply! I really appreciate it!

Okay. That would explain why only I could run the mod. What I did was change the materials and models folder structures to that of the ideal vpk folder structure then converted to vpk. From my understanding, the reason why this wont work is because the mdl is still looking for files in the wrong folders and that it would require manipulation of hte mdl folder to fix this.

I would like to know how YOU would compile the mod, as I rather a use a successful method from the start if it isnt a hassle for you to explain it to me. It would be greatly appreciated!

I usually make hats via the in game tool. I've tried to convert one of those hats into a skin mod that replaces an existing hat in game. When I use the mod, it works fine but when I released it to the public, its missing textures, leaving that wierd purple and black checkerboard texture. So far it replaces the El Jefe and Ellis Cap.

Here is the mod itself:
http://tf2.gamebanana.com/skins/134284

If you guys could help me fix this problem, it would be great!

Thank you very much Helljumper. I've got to say that you've been very helpful for not just me but for everyone who wanted to make hats but couldn't find out how. I can't express how grateful us modelling novices are to your services

I've made a hat using the old process without the import tool before, but that was a while back. I think I still have the essential programs to compile it that way.

Thank you for the helpful information. Just one more question. This is probably an stupid question but where can you find the mdl files of the in game hats?

I made a hat using the in game import tool. How do I make my hat into a mod that replaces an in game hat of my choice?