Double Dee Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Sorry. I've looked, but nothing really addresses the right fit for the FX armour. To the point, I'm 5'11" and around 180lbs. I've heard that FX is for the larger trooper. Will I be swimming in it? If not, I guess I'm settled on getting a set (thanks for everyone who's helped me in my decision making!). But I just want to make sure I'm making the right decision. Cheers. DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Not sure about "swimming", but most people have to shim/trim depending on their exact body type. Unless you're on a tight budget, I'd not recommend FX and get something more accurate and closer to your build, such as AP or TE2, though both require trimming. If you're dead set on FX it should fit you OK - smaller folks have made it work for sure. Just be very careful who you order FX from - there are a lot of shady dealers out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Dee Posted April 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Not sure about "swimming", but most people have to shim/trim depending on their exact body type. Unless you're on a tight budget, I'd not recommend FX and get something more accurate and closer to your build, such as AP or TE2, though both require trimming. If you're dead set on FX it should fit you OK - smaller folks have made it work for sure. Just be very careful who you order FX from - there are a lot of shady dealers out there. Dead set on price right now . But, still a nice chunk of coin to drop on something which may or may not fit me well. What I'd like to know is how many on this board have FX and are around my dimensions? How much work is it to make the FX looks good? Any help is much appreciated... Cheers, DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott M.[TK] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 I am 5'10" - 5'11" (depending on the day, and if I shave!!!!). My first kit was an FX and it fits fine. I did trim a bunch off the thighs, but other than that, it was a good fit. I do agree with Paul, in that there are other sets out there, and you might pay just a little more, but it is totally worth it in the end!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Dee Posted April 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 I am 5'10" - 5'11" (depending on the day, and if I shave!!!!). My first kit was an FX and it fits fine. I did trim a bunch off the thighs, but other than that, it was a good fit. I do agree with Paul, in that there are other sets out there, and you might pay just a little more, but it is totally worth it in the end!! So a trim and a shave and I should be good. I like the idea of the larger bucket to allow the mods I plan to install (every conceivable thing I can put into it!). Okay, so I'll cut my teeth on the FX and when I win the lottery or lose a leg at work and get comp I can buy a better suit. Thanks Scott! DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketariniii Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 IM 6'1'' and 175 and the fx fits me well. You should be fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 And I'm 6'0" 180lbs. Again, it's pretty assured it would fit you fine, it all comes down to price vs. accuracy. Also, the FX kit is really only glaring in the chest and thighs. Trim them right and only us fellow geeks can tell the diff. It can certainly be made into a good suit - a good number of Elite are using FX from the neck down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketariniii Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Replacing the ab buttons (a really easy and cheap mod) will make the kit look tons better on it own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIVE[501st] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Yeah, everyone I know, including Alex, is MUCH thinner than I am, and the armor looks really good on me, and really good on them! It's just a really good armor for just about any body type I think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumper[TK] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 I'm 5'11" and 195 lbs. I need to go back and modify a few things on my FX for comfort but that's an ongoing process. That being said, every kit you get will require some modification to fit right. Take your time and ask questions if you are unsure. This is one of those hobbies where a 1000 people have done it before, but your problems will still be unique. You may look at it and see a new way to solve an old problem, or you may take someones advice and make it work for you. Either way, don't be afraid to tweak your armor. Just go slow and work in small increments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Dee Posted April 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Great. Thanks everyone. Much appreciated, it makes it a little easier. DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Just be aware that as much as FX is loved, it is the least accurate of the accepted armors out there, and down the line some do feel the need to upgrade parts or the entire suit. Then again, others don't. But at least you go in knowing, and that's what really matters, not what you end up getting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooperstormy Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 (edited) I'm a pretty thin and tall guy. 5'11, 120 lbs. When I had my armor FX, it was a little too big for me. Especially the thighs and the chest plate. Here ---------- Edited February 16, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzeh Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 (edited) I'm around 5' 8" and the FX fits me ok. I had to trim the chest a little and the thighs to get them smaller but nothing major. You should be fine I'd think you should go with a more accurate helmet though, if you can afford it. I just have the UK MR Edited February 16, 2021 by gmrhodes13 photos updated gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Dee Posted April 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Sounds like I won't have any problems. Now just need to get it in and start the long haul. DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIVE[501st] Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 This is one of those hobbies where a 1000 people have done it before, but your problems will still be unique. Soooo very true! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketariniii Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Soooo very true! Youll run into all sorts of unique problems, like accidentaly hot gluing your Thermal Det together without the shiny strips.... ^.^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperTrooper Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Youll run into all sorts of unique problems, like accidentaly hot gluing your Thermal Det together without the shiny strips.... ^.^ Nothing wrong with that. Technically there aren't any shiny stickers on the detenator . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kroenen77 Posted April 14, 2008 Report Share Posted April 14, 2008 (edited) Lizzeh said: I'm around 5' 8" and the FX fits me ok. I had to trim the chest a little and the thighs to get them smaller but nothing major. You should be fine I'd think you should go with a more accurate helmet though, if you can afford it. I just have the UK MR Your Armor looks absolutly awesome with the MR-Helmet.I´m waiting for some parts for my FX(Canvasbelt and screenaccurate Buttons)..than I begin to build it,too.Could you send me a pic of your back thights?I must look,to make my bigger. Edited February 16, 2021 by gmrhodes13 photos updated gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deckard[TK] Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 This may help clarify size. the FX kit is pretty versatile as far as fitting a wide range of sizes, from short to tall with relative ease and some trimming: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kroenen77 Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 This may help clarify size. the FX kit is pretty versatile as far as fitting a wide range of sizes, from short to tall with relative ease and some trimming: ANH screenaccurate?I think the hands are ESB or ROTJ?But I´m no expert. Thanks for this great pic..now I know,that I can never wear an original trooperarmor...haha..the FX is the right choise for me.;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 In this case ANH is used to mean correctly sized to screen seen, not that this armor is 100% ANH correct. Also note the FX there is using the older GF thighs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Dee Posted April 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 This may help clarify size. the FX kit is pretty versatile as far as fitting a wide range of sizes, from short to tall with relative ease and some trimming: Outside of the lid on the FX, looks good for me. I got the MR CE bucket (should have it today if UPS decides to show). So now I just need the ...fun stuff. UPS just showed up! BRB...gotta check it out.. DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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