Navajo Bro
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Who make the bucket Bag?
Trent from the 501st. He did an awesome job and I love the product. You'd have to reach out for him, he just finished a run and is taking a break to catch up, but he seems to offer these on a regular basis...
http://www.501st.com/members/displaymember...cfm?userID=2747
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I use smaller size tubs w/ handles from Walmart for my biker and jedi:
I still have a large tub for my TK. The wheels broke and I don't need as much space as I have, but when going solely TK it's nice to have the extra room to throw in various stuff I want to bring with me (cameras, extra blaster, toys or giveaways, etc...). I bungee cord it to a small, collapsable handtruck and it works out fine.
For my bucket I have a custom made case from another Legion member. It is a really nice product, with my TK ID and Garrison Patch, plus the 501st patch. Having the larger tub it fits right in there with the armor.
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Arthur, it's not rhetoric. After the first few C&Ds, LFL and the fan armourers reached a tacit understanding that's expanded to the rest of the 501st over time -- we don't advertise our wares and they aren't forced to take official notice of us. THis is further helped by the fact that each set of armour requires trimming and fitting before being worn, and isn't sold (usually) with all the accessories. Thus, "some assembly required". A buyer still has to take it into their workshop and customize it in order ot make it wearable.
I'm sorry it sounds like a BS reason to you, but that's really the way it works. As long as we keep it to initials and oblique references and private messages and e-mails, there's nothing that will pop up on a web search (ideally), and they can pretend not to know we're doing this. They want us doing this. They like our enthusiasm and the quality of our work and the people doing this. And if we did something public enough for a licensed seller to complain to them, or otherwise make us impossible to ignore, they'd have to sic their lawyers on us and risk souring relations.
Those are the rules the owners of the intellectual rights have laid down, albeit unofficially. We play by them, so they let us keep playing. As with all things, you break the rules, you get kicked out. We don't want to get kicked out.
--Jonah
Wow, that is a great explination. This should be copied and posted on every 501st related board out there, pin it on the "FAQ" threads. I know there is something similar on most boards but this is pretty clear and would get the point across to new users in an intelligent way.
I pop in and out of a lot of boards and you all know the first post of a new member is "Hi I'm so and so, love Star Wars, where can I get some armor?". Then the old time guys politely refer them to the FAQ and explain we don't do that, and so on. I think anybody could relate to this explination.
Jonah, you shoulda posted this 5 minutes before I saw the topic, now I wanna take back my prior post, LOL
Like I said, I've been in the Legion for a while and all over these boards and it never really made sense to me, or I didn't view it this way until now, ha... -
Ah, my main man Chris. What's up dude?
I was just at Chris' house last week for an armor party and got to see this first hand. He is an excellent sculpter and has an incredible "Imperial Sweatshop"
This helmet is REAL nice, I want one!! I still can't stop laughing over the fact that - get this - he didn't realize there were kits available out there to buy. He thought everyone in the legion sculpted their armor from scratch, made a vacum table, pulled the armor then assembled it!! I can't even make a playdoh egg look good, let alone create something like this. LOL
Man I wish I had the skill a lot of you guys and gals do when it comes to making this stuff...
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I've always wondered this myself and was just talking about it the other day at an armor party. One of our Garrison members just became "official" 501st and I was saying how now they can have access to the 501st forums where you can purchase any type of armor or part you want or need, and that it's total opposite of most of the sites that all have the "no WTB threads allowed".
I understand the reasonings, I guess, but it's funny that once you are in the legion you can pop on the forum board and see fifteen threads selling full sets (used and new), parts or even raw kits. I was frustrated when I tried to score my first set and didn't know where to go. I ended up on ebay and got a nice set from costume junkie, but payed out the rear end for it
Now that I'm on the 501st forums over the last year I scored all sorts of stuff - at just a fraction of the price. The best advice I can give at this point is search out your local Garrison and register on their boards. Once you get talking to local people you will find it's easier to locate what you are looking for, you can get a little more personal with the interaction and you will have them around to give you a hand if needed. Good luck!
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My group tries to stay in character yet still have fun and not scare anybody. When the kids ask "where did you get your armor" I'll reply in a fun way the "it's Imperial issue" or something similar, and when they ask if it's hot in there (summertime) I'll usually say "Lord Vader doesn't allow us to complain" or "Darth Vader doesn't allow us to get hot" or something like that.
And when they ask for your autograph sign your TK id number...
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hey chris im a noob also.ive been reading up alot on about 5 different websites and learning so so so much.what everone basically told me is that read as much as you can find out what kind of armor u want,what version theres so many different ones.im personally going with the fx rotj cause i like the bubble lenses and im going with the fx not just because its cheaper but im 6'0-6'1 and about 210-220 i have weighed myself in a week or so.i was told the fx is a little more bigger and not as tight as some of the others.also i was told go meet up with your garrison in person and introduce yourself.that way people will actually take you serious. anywayz thats just what ive been told
Another tip is to let us know what state you are in, that helps in terms of finding a local Garrison. I watch these boards and when I see a newbie that is in the NJ or NY area I reach out for them myself, providing links and contacts to our forums and Garrison so you can get the help you need, and of course sign up and begin trooping. We have several members of our Garrison that haven't finished their costumes yet but they still participate on the forums and at events as "spotters" - it's a great way for them to get acquainted and see stuff first hand, plus make a personal connection with members that may be very close to them so you can meet up and work on cosutmes together. Welcome to both of ya...
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Definitely talk to Ward. Very high quality FX and the price will be better than anything you can find on Ebay.
I can second that, I've bought spare parts as well as a full armor set and Ward can't be beat in terms of service and quality...let me know if you need further info or his email...
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What's up dude
I've been a member of the 501st for a while now but I'm new to these boards. I've trooped with Carida several times so I'm sure I'll run into you soon enough. Congrats on the acceptance
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Welcome welcome welcome!
I'm sure you'll learn lots at those garrison events, but feel free to look around here too. There's loads of info floating around. You've just got to search for it.
Once again, welcome and enjoy your stay!
Master Obsidian is right on...this is BY FAR the best site for getting info and assistance in armor building
Plus there seems to be an expert in every field you could possibly have a question!!
Coming out to an event is good for seeing how stuff works and looks first hand, if you've never built or tried anything like this before it can be a little intimidating. I didn't really get anywhere with mods until I started trooping and saw first hand how others had their armor... of course I didn't get on this site until recently, well after I began trooping
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Welcome dude
I sent you a PM about how to reach us at the local NJ 501st Garrison, the Northeast Remnant. When you get armor and eventually join the 501st this is where you will end up. I recently recruited Darlene from here (Pepster3D), hope you join up too
We have a lot of new members so you will be jumping in at the right time... we're planning some "prop parties" to assist the newbies and we have about 6 events in October if you wanna come out and meet us in person. Talk to you later
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Hey Darlene,
I'm no expert on anything, but I believe there was a thread on the official 501st forum a while back, and I believe it was actually started by Dion (our NER CO) because he was looking for a new pair of boots. Somewhere on there a member posted that these boots turn yellow quicker if they are touching each other when being stored. I have no idea how true this is or why, but since I read that I've been storing mine on opposite sides of the bin
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Don Post standard, or Classic Action?
Didn't get a picture yet but my buddy said it clearly says "1997 Don Post" on the inside rear... maybe that helps? He had bubble lenses but the cracked, he doesn't really care if they are flat or bubble just wants to finish the helmet...
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Welcome to FISD Darlene. Great to have you here and would love to see you at least check out the 501st. I am in the Northeast Remnant with Navajo Bro. They are a great bunch of people and Bro rocks!
Hey Chris you here too
And Chris rocks more, he built his own vacuum table and created his armor from scratch
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Hi everyone! So after 7 years of my FX armour sitting in a box, I am FINALLY ready to start the project. Besides moving, changing jobs and a number of other excuses, I've been afraid to start it because I don't want to mess it up. But now that I've found this forum and Dave's Garage videos, I am confident enough to start. I look forward to spending time with other fellow troopers! Cheers-Darlene
7 YEARS!!! Wow, I woulda went nuts
Welcome, I'm new to these boards but I've been a member of the 501st for almost a year. If you are in NJ and officially join the 501st you will most likely be in my Garrision. Come on over and check it out...we're always looking for new members and we just had a bunch join this year. You can join up on the boards just follow the links. See ya around.
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Don Post standard, or Classic Action?
That's a good question
I'm still relatively new when it comes to identifying or knowing the different armor types. I'll have to check into that and re-post... how do you tell the difference?
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Hey peeps,
I'm helping my buddy finish his armor and he needs new lenses for his Don Post stormtrooper helmet. Anyone know a good place to get some? Thanks...
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well this is a "Arrow" rivet tool, it wasnt cheap, like 15 bucs. I wont use it on my armor until i can get it to work properly.
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Okay im going to answer my own question here but hope this helps anyone who was unsure how to use this as I was.
THis morning I was sharing my experience with a co-worker who happens to be ex-navy and told me that he had to use a rivet tool a lot so he clued me in:
Once you drill your hole, insert the rivet, you will be left with the remaining nail, simply place the tool into the nail again squeezing the grips a second time releasing (or popping) the nail off.
Ive tried this on a few test pieces and it works fine. being the perfectionist I am ill probably go over the hole with some puddy and paint over it, dunno.
Anyway, hope this helps
Ha, looks like I was writing my reply at the same time you were
Glad you figured it out, it really is a good way to attach some of the peices you need to attach.
Just remember to use washers on the plastic, it really does make a difference. I forgot to use them on some of my first tries and the rivet just pulled right through. Talk about aggravation... trying to drill the rivet out without doing further damage to the armor, ugh
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I have the exact same tool you have pictured and it's actually not too hard to use once you figure it out. I admit I was just like you when I bought it... it seemed simple enough but even after reading the instructions I was completely clueless having never used one before.
I'm not an expert costume maker but I can try my best to explain it to you, at least how I do it.
I first drill a small hole in the pieces I want to rivet. The hole is just large enough to push the small part of the rivet into (The end with the little "knob" and sheathe - don't know how to really explain it).
Next you put the large (nail) part of the rivet into the tool. There are different size tips on the tool itself and they unscrew so you can change them to match the size of the rivet you are using. Than is kinda important. When you unscrew to change them make sure the handle is pulled together (use the clip on the end to lock it). The tips unscrew to change, not adjust... I think this is what you were referring to when you said you adjusted it.
Once the tool is on the nail part you simply squeeze the handle together slowly. Make sure as you do this you keep pushing the tool forward so it is flush with the small part of the rivet. As you do you will see it gets harder and harder to pull the handle together. Eventually it will snap the nail part off and your rivet is on.
To get the nail part out of the tool simply squeeze the handle back together and point the tip toward the floor. The nail part will fall right out.
You should use washers as well. They would go on the opposite side of the plastic. This is all kinda difficult to explain, I hope it does help. I'm off today and will try to take some pictures on a test peice later and post a better tutorial. Like I said I'm not an expert and I'm also new to this forum, I'm sure there are way better experts here that can explain it better but since I just saw this I thought I'd try and help ya. Good luck.
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TK 8869, Northeast Remnant Garrison, reporting for duty sir!! Just point me towards the nearest Rebel scum and watch the carnage that ensues....
http://www.501st.com/members/displaymember...amp;userID=7275
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Another great source for spare parts is fellow 501st member Ward Jones. I have purchased various parts as well as another complete set. I'm very happy with his product and prices, and he's great to deal with. He kept in touch via email and responds back right away. Good luck, here's his email to contact for stuff...
tupperwaretk@yahoo.com
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In regards to the armor itself...I bought my armor from Costumejunkie via ebay last year. They got it to me very quick and I was very happy with the armor itself and the fact everything was put together. They did respond to my emails and things went smoothly for the most part. The resin gun didn't come at the same time (they rushed the armor to me so I could have it before Halloween, which was cool) and I had to remind them about the gun later. It looks like they rushed the gun and sent it before the paint and glue dried... it chipped all over and some peices came apart when I pulled it out of the box
The helmet is very good in my opinion, with the fans, voice box and hard hat liner.It was WAY expensive and you can certainly get it cheaper. The issue I had was I didn't know anything about these sites and of course wasn't in the 501st yet so I had no idea where else to go to get armor. If I had access or had know about these sites then I would have bought the armor somewhere else and used these boards to assist in my own assembly. The Costumejunkie armor is good, but after trooping and meeting other guys I ended up moding it all over. It came with everything velcroed, and realistically most of the peices should be glued or riveted. I also had to trim some peices to fit me better, but that is the case with any set of armor.
Hope that helps...
Storing/Transporting/Securing of your armor hints?
in Boots, Soft Parts, and other Accessories
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No problem Steve. He does bags for clones, TKs and bikers, I think he was also creating a pattern for a Vader and clones with goggles. IMO it's a really nice custom bag, he includes the 501st patch and ID embroidering, and if you send him a Garrison patch (if you are in one) he'll attach it for free