2155TK[TK] Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 Hi guys! I've noticed that my FX armour does not have any options if i have to take a leak during a troop.. i've seen some modifications on youtube where the crotch part of the armor lifts forward..making it easier to pee.. How do you guys modify your armor to make it easy to take a whiz? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthgarth Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 Apparently you make a cut on the front piece to seperate the codpiece which is reattatched with velcro or white elastic. for elite status the back (bum) part is seperated also. there are posts on here which photograph how to do this, if you search on codpiece mods you should find them ok. I havent done this yet myself (avent got to that part yet) but am going to garreth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK1491 Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 this is all you need! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 6918[501st] Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 The first rule of trooping is to use the bathroom before hand! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laspector[TK] Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 Yeah, you've got to cut the codpiece. I have mine attached with webbing so it will swing up. The codpiece is attached to the buttplate between my legs with webbing and snaps. But since the front of my belt velcros to my belly, the belt has to come off. Also your body suit is an issue. If its a one piece without a zipper down there you are pretty much screwed. I have a two piece but the bottoms come up to my belly button so you have to stretch it down to let the lizard out. Can be uncomfortable. However, I have never actually had to do the tinkle while trooping. Always go really good before suiting up. I've never tropped over about 4 hours so the situation hasn't arrived yet. I don't look forward to having to do this whole process but I certainly thought about it while putting my suit together and designed accordingly. Number 2, on the other hand, is out of the question. Trooping is not for the Irritable Bowel Syndrome affected. You're probably looking at at least a half hour to unsuit, do your business, and get back into action. Not to mention, where do you keep a magazine or newspaper in your suit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 The coolest rig ever was on my GF when it arrived but I changed it to rejoin it with the ab plate. I will change it back the next time I get the wild hair. The cod piece was attached to the belt. You just took your belt of and it was free willy time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murray1134[501st] Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I have used the bathroom in armor. You're better off avoiding it, if possible. I have my cod piece cut, and it's velcro'ed on. To successfully use the bathroom, I had to take off my bucket (of course), 1 glove and hand plate, cod piece, and then deal with under armor (which to avoid graphic details does not have a fly). To make matters worse, I had to put my bucket on the bathroom floor. Number 2, on the other hand, is out of the question. Trooping is not for the Irritable Bowel Syndrome affected. You're probably looking at at least a half hour to unsuit, do your business, and get back into action. Not to mention, where do you keep a magazine or newspaper in your suit? Isn't that what the thermal det tube is for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-4510[TK] Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I just reach in and weave it around the armor and undersuit till its out, if I gotta go that bad!!! Most of the time I wlll go before hand though. Also if you are suited up and havent had alot to drink you will loose more water in sweat than piss No lie... I actually pissed blood a little one day because the evening before I guess I dehydrated myself. I was in armor for 4 or 5 hours though and drank very little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I actually pissed blood a little one day because the evening before I guess I dehydrated myself. I was in armor for 4 or 5 hours though and drank very little. How to tell when you are done trooping for the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatooine Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Anyone ever heard of a pittle pack? lol Hey, works for fighter pilots... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2155TK[TK] Posted February 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Anyone ever heard of a pittle pack? lol Hey, works for fighter pilots... Thanks for all the replies guys! Will think about the cod piece mod asap:) always be prepared i say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turrican Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 When i'm trooping, i'm to be all in a sewat that i not need to widdle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drantis Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 If its a nite troop just go in your suit. You tell the kids its leaking hydraulic fluid, works everytime. Only downside is you have to wash your underarmor every 3 to 4 troops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 The cod doesn't *have* to be cut. Mine is not and I'm able to do what I need to do. Just loosen the belt, undo the thigh straps, and do your thang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 6918[501st] Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 ... Only downside is you have to wash your underarmor every 3 to 4 troops. Shouldn't you be washing your under armor after EVERY trooping? Ew! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2155TK[TK] Posted February 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 The cod doesn't *have* to be cut. Mine is not and I'm able to do what I need to do. Just loosen the belt, undo the thigh straps, and do your thang. Oh yeah this is a good idea too.. the truth about the sweat factor is real too. hydration is also a factor ..thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davej[TK] Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 Where there's a will , there's a way I've found that when you have to go , it isn't that hard to get everything out and ready. It's getting everything tucked back in and comfortable that causes concern . It's a bit like sitting in armour . When you need to , you will . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-1085[501st] Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 I just off with the belt, move the ab dig it outta the underarmor and let fly. Don't forget to take your gloves off, even if your using the S/A rubber ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpin Jax Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 Drink nothing but Gatorade that day. Haven't needed to go once while trooping doing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThayNerd[TK] Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 I just off with the belt, move the ab dig it outta the underarmor and let fly. That's what I do as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2155TK[TK] Posted March 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 Gatorade huh?? Great tip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synaptyx Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 Never had to pee in Armour. Not looking forward to that day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopy trooper[TK] Posted March 14, 2009 Report Share Posted March 14, 2009 even if you don't have to go go B 4 you get dressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK4205 Posted March 14, 2009 Report Share Posted March 14, 2009 This will soon be a requirement for Elite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synaptyx Posted March 15, 2009 Report Share Posted March 15, 2009 Ew! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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