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Paul.kennedyjr

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  14. ANOVOS ANH Belt Problem

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

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    They said that 2 rivets didn't pass quality and safety testing. We all have to keep in mind that anyone can buy these, not only 501st members. They need it to look good, they need it to be sturdy and they need it to be safe. Those concerns are more important than screen accuracy for them. Yes, it's a downer for us but for them, it's better than costumer complaints because it broke or God forbid somebody getting hurt because some part of the costume broke.

    There are other ways to ensure safety standards and keeping it two rivets at sale. A simple narrow strip of abs sewn into the belt behind where the holster would hang is a trick lots of people use. Like I said, the people there aren't stupid. It just seems that some things are being overlooked that shouldn't be.

     

     

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  16. ANOVOS ANH Belt Problem

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

    Posted · Edited by Paul.kennedyjr

    ANOVOS should know better. They should've made it with 2 rivets and sent another two with the kit so it can be modified for hero advising the customer of the possibility of ruining the belt with repeated holstering. This is just an asinine issue that should've been caught on the manufacturing level. But that's just my opinion.

     

     

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  19. what do you think of this helmet?

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    Line up a series of pics side by side of lids by various makers with that one and pick it apart. I don't think it looks bad. Maybe because you don't know who the maker is, you're trying to find something wrong with it to justify a dislike of it. I don't know about anyone else here, but I myself look simply for quality and accuracy. I couldn't care less if the helmet came from AP, AM, RS or Fred freaking Flintsone down the road. Quality and accuracy, in the end are all that matters, no? Besides, who cares if you like it? It's something you decide on your own.... Hell, I got caught listening to Tom Jones What's New Pussycat going through the toll plaza a few days ago. I happen to be one of 6 people who listen to it willingly lol. If it's not approvable, put it on a shelf and look at it. I wouldn't bin it. If you do, send it my way.

     

     

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  20. My head is too big

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

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    You know those cheap clothing hangers that has been laminated in some sort of rubber or plastic? And on the hook ends they usually have a rubber nipple so people don't cut themselves on the wire.......yeah I use those for my screw ends. Should just pop on snugly or use a drop of E-6000 or hot glue.

    Holy crap you're right! Thanks man. I tried the acorn nuts but I didn't like them. I cut them down a little more and put the rubber tips on and it worked. Thanks for the ideas guys.

     

     

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  21. Newbie Starting An AM 2.0 Build!

    in ANH (Stunt and Hero)

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    I personally started with the shins because the measurements are easy in the front then went to the arms. There are no stupid questions here so ask away and if you ever have a single doubt of what or where to cut, stop and ask first. Could save you a lot of headache. A lot of people here have a lot of experience in builds and they also have a lot of silly sounding but very effective ways of doing things. One thing I can't stress enough is patience. Take your time. Go slowly, trim carefully and measure several times and check repeatedly before cutting. Good luck with your build!

     

     

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  23. AM2.0 helmet question

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    Just something to keep in mind on AM helmets... The dimples marking the bolt drill spots will give you a very low brow.

    I noticed this on my kit. I thought I did something wrong. Not to hijack the thread but is there anything I can do to fix this? Should I trim the front of the cap or drill new holes?

     

     

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