Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 (edited) COUNTDOWN TO TORONTO COMICON : 47 days (March 17th is final build day) Brown box has happened finally! Hello everyone,So I put in my order with AP today and I'm waiting for my brown box day. I figured I'd start this now even though it's pretty far off because I'm going to start what I can now.What else can I do (other than order things) while I wait?List of things ordered/ Made/ Acquired:AP Helmet - Arrived AP Armour - ArrivedAP Holster - ArrivedAP Gloves - ArrivedANH hand Guards - ArrivedO2 Clips - ArrivedBifercated domed rivets - Arrived Piping for thermal detonator - Arrived TK boots from Imperial Boots - Ordered (in transit) 1 Piece motorcycle suit - Received Canvas belt - ReceivedGarter belt - Made (need to add button to keep it from slipping open)Inner Drop Boxes- receivedBlack 2 piece compression suit - Received3d printed Hovi Mic tips (from Vaj) - Received and awesomeE-11 - Received S type stripping - Received Darker lenses- Received Trooperboys stencils - Received Humbrol Paints - Received Fans for helmet - Built Foam for Bucket - Received Ribbed neck piece - Received List of things needed:Audio system (both types) (Skipping for now)Equipment/supplies I have:Pencilsmall Drafting squaresmall 90 degree squareDrill and Bit setHand sander (sand shims, lots of shims...)wood to use as a sanding blockplastic polishpolishing attachment to my drillE6000 ABS glue (clear)long straight edge (metal metre stick)Hot glue gun with glue stickslarge box cutter type knifefabric measuring tape1/4 inch white elastic2inch white elastic1 inch black elastic1 inch black webbing2 inch black webbing1 inch white velcro1 inch buckle2 1 inch sew on snapsExacto Knife (need blades?)Acetone Rare earth magnets (only have 20, need more)DremelSnap riveterSnap rivets Lexan curved scissors Brushes Small bolts for lenses, holster (x10 chicago style) 100 nickel Snaps (size 24 snaps 5/16th post) Cheese cloth Rivets for knee ammo box (echo) Straight tin snips black paint on plastidip (ordered red instead) Mineral Spirits Snap setter Screen for frown Equipment / Items still needed:Sand paper of smaller gritsHobby ironBlack elastic 2 inch Hole punch for belt Extras needed:TimeSanityBaby sitter for my 4 year oldNow I'm just seeing if you're still reading lol EDIT JANUARY 19TH 2016 So I want to have this built for Toronto Comicon. So countdown clock is at 58 days. IN PROGRESS: Blaster (Need to finish sight, counter, maybe replace clip with one from Gaz) Garter belt (Need to add button to keep it from slipping) Patch for large ab notch cover strips Forearms biceps FINAL COMPLETED LIST: Fans for helmet Mic Tips Helmet Thermal Det Shoulder bells Chest Edited February 2, 2016 by Knockerbot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 I would suggest purchasing your E-11. If you get it in a resin kit form, like Doopydoos, that will keep you bust for a while! You can also spend time checking out the build threads, and make sure all of your supplies are ready to go for when your kit arrives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 I told my wife she's buying my E-11 for Christmas haha. I'm thinking rubber to be honest. I have a 4 year old at home and what I'd save from buying a diy resin kit I'll lose because I'll have to buy it twice when he smashes it. Although I really do want one. I'd love one of the phoenix props ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tolo[TK] Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 Hyperfirm do not ship in Canada. Ask Mark about his blaster. They are resin and really nice Sent from my iPhone 6 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 I do have a contact in New York who crosses the border daily that I could ship to but I'd hate to get him held up at the crossing trying to explain that it's not a Stirling lol<br><br> Mark from AP makes kits or has one from Doopys? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tolo[TK] Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 He has someone making them Sent from my iPhone 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 I'll email him tomorrow, I have apsolutely bombarded him with emails today getting the order done. Thank you Tolo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2015 I did the math last night on what it takes to actually finish this suit last night. Wow being Canadian really screws you on that front lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khazid[TK] Posted September 14, 2015 Report Share Posted September 14, 2015 I did the math last night on what it takes to actually finish this suit last night. Wow being Canadian really screws you on that front lolIf you jump in with both feet it is quite an endeavor, but so worth it in the end. I was given this piece of advice while planning my build:It is not a race, but a journey. Take your time and enjoy it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2015 Thank you for the advice. It's true I've been trying to think of it that way.<br><br> I have no issue with a bit here and there. The deal is my wife is good with what I'm spending as long as its ready before my sons birthday party next July. Lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComradeDave[TK] Posted September 16, 2015 Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 Good Luck Man! I'm sending in my deposit today. I need to pay it off gradually that way I can still feed myself and pay rent lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 Lol I'm selling things to raise funds. Plus OT from labour day is knocking a bunch off too did you get the extended version too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComradeDave[TK] Posted September 16, 2015 Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 Nah just the regular I'm very slender... But I did go in for the holster/glove combo it was a good deal and better that buying them all separate I suppose. 2 less things I've got to worry about. And I hear you man... gonna have to start coming in on the weekend lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 So did II save on shipping and I hear his holsters are good so I'm alright with it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComradeDave[TK] Posted September 16, 2015 Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 Absolutely! Btw I gave you a shout out on my build thread that I started. I borrowed your list it was very comprehensive and detailed well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 Thank you it's kind of a fluid list based on how I'm planning it in my head so I should probably put what I'm thinking up there lol. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Making the thigh garter belt right now. Learning how to use a sewing machine...lol This will be funny, hope I don't sew a finger to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2015 (edited) So I cut a piece of 1 inch black webbing to abut 52 inches and burned the ends with a lighter. The put a plastic buckle through the block and stitched a box with an X in it like 5 times. That thing is never moving. I also made a 2 1/4 inch loop out of webbing, stitched it back and forth 5 times, flipped it inside out (not easy), and slipped it on the other side. I made sure anything that could poke me is facing out as to not ruin my under suit. At least something is done! Edited September 21, 2015 by Knockerbot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2015 Also I'm making the actual garters when I finish making the thigh armour so it'll just sit here until then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Made magnet pouches today out of clean old cotton rags. 10 sets of 3/4 inch rare earth magnets. Green pouches for positive and orange for negative then also red and black sharpie just in case I forget or go colour blind lol. I plan on also using lots of clamps and buying lots more magnets, this is just what I could get today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryth_[501st] Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Bravo! that's a neat looking belt. I'm in the progress on making one myself. Can't be using leather anymore - too visible. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Thank you I'm proud of myself honestly. First time I've ever used a sewing machine but won't be the last on this build that's for sure. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComradeDave[TK] Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 did you find the magnets in Town or online? You're lucky you have Guelph and KW nearby... Detroit is a stones throw away from me but its one hell of a hassle to go over the border every time I want sometime I can't get in my town. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockerbot[501st] Posted September 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 (edited) I got them at Lee Valley. The more you buy the cheaper they are In Waterloo, only a 30 min drive Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk Edited September 22, 2015 by Knockerbot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Looks like you are nearly ready for Big Brown Box day, Eric! If I may, I would suggest holding off on purchasing a few things on your list of things to buy... like: 1. Hot glue gun- I guess this would be good for a temporary hold, but not a permanent one. 2. Hand sander- I would suggest picking up plain old fine grit sanding sponges and literally wrapping them in the 3M silicone sandpaper. Much cheaper, easy to use, and longer lasting. (Trust me). 3. Heat gun- Hold off on this unless you absolutely need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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