NMMI89 Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Not sure where I read or seen this but is it true that FX armor wil not be allowed for entry into the 501st? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theGreatSot Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 It's the FX helmet that we no longer allow. The FX body armor is fine for deployment though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slave1pilot Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 The 501st itself accepts the FX armor and helmet for TK's & TD's The MEPD does not allow the FX helmet, but the armor itself is ok (once modded) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 The 501st itself accepts the FX armor and helmet for TK's & TD's The MEPD does not allow the FX helmet, but the armor itself is ok (once modded) True enough, but realize that the FX helmet while the majority in some garrisons is almost extinct in others. Heck in Garrison Titan I think there is only one FX helmet left, and that person usually troops as a TB anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slave1pilot Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 He'll be in the SoCal Garrison We have over 200 members It's a little tough to replace all those helmets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pappy Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 dont get me wrong,but.....i taught FX is popular because of the size,and sure does fit most peeps there but......cant had all the beers in the world Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomG Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 dont get me wrong,but.....i taught FX is popular because of the size,and sure does fit most peeps there but......cant had all the beers in the world And it was and still is cheaper than "screen accurate stuff". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slave1pilot Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Yes, the FX is cheaper, larger, & more readily available. But, it's ugly as can be. I still use it on my clean TK Haven't been able to find another helmet that fits comfortably that I can afford. Until the MR CE helmet came along, that is. I plan on getting another to mod for my clean TK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 When you add up the cost of a costume the difference between FX and others isn't all that much. RT is actually better for larger troops (as has been shown over and over) and is also trimmed and ABS. You can also get a "B" from AP on the helmets that isn't much more than an MRCE and requires no mods to get 501st accepted. FX also takes more work than other armors to look "accurate". It's advantages keep getting minimized as time goes on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6170 Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 I have tried other helmets BUT for me the FX is pretty much the ONLY helmet that will fit my huge head. Give you an example one-size-fits all hats = not a chance in **** for me. For all its 'ugliness' I for one love my FX helmet for just letting me troop. I love other helmets as much as you guys and while I can easily afford to buy any of them and not blink an eye. For now I am an FX Sandtrooper and proud of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pappy Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Until the MR CE helmet came along, that is. I plan on getting another to mod for my clean TK I saw your MRCE mod bro enjoyed every part of it Even I having troubles to fit an AP on my egg' when its highbrowed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slave1pilot Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Thanx Pappy, the MR CE mod is totally worth it Doesn't take too long to do either Here it is for those of you who didn't read the thread It's on my TK display at the moment, waiting for me to get the Sandy finished so I can weather it My melon is too long front-to back this is a problem with the AP helmet being so "flat faced" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pappy Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 My melon is too long front-to back this is a problem with the AP helmet being so "flat faced" Wow...even better from the last time i see it! yea im having troubles fitting AP in....drill...not now....drill....mmm no...not now If FX built an accurate look,with their size and price as it is....maybe more people would enjoy trooping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Thanx Pappy, the MR CE mod is totally worth it Doesn't take too long to do either Here it is for those of you who didn't read the thread It's on my TK display at the moment, waiting for me to get the Sandy finished so I can weather it My melon is too long front-to back this is a problem with the AP helmet being so "flat faced" I think there is much the pull and especially in how it's assembled. I've owned an FX, AP, three TE2s, and tried on an RT and another TE2, as well as an ANHv2. I have to say that there was a lot of variation in AP/TE2/RT - in fact the 'largest' was a TE2, and most tight fitting also a TE2, with the other two TE2s, AP, and RT in the middle. We have a troop coming up this weekend I can take side by side of my three TE2s, an AP, RT, and MRCE side by side if anyone is interested. Especially the opening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pappy Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 i'm interested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 If you're melon is too big there is also something called cosmetic surgery But seriously, I understand that it can be hard finding the right helmet when you have a "big" head, but when you want to be deployed the extra effort will pay off in the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyranus Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 If anyone wants the larger FX bucket to be able to put in more electronics, etc, I have helmet kits ready to ship out. Email me at: tupperwaretk@yahoo.com for more information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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