SAND DEVIL Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 Well, Phase 1 complete, now I just wait to dry before I can start sanding and shapping the bondo to blend in. Like a kid at Christmas, come on rainbow wheel (that's a Mac computer joke for anyone who doesn't know). I don't think anybody can doubt my resolve now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 @ Pete, THANK YOU! Made my day. And the system obviously did edit poor Santa. Sad, just sad. @ Anthony, no YOU rock my fellow SWAT wannabe brother. No really, you do.... @ Jay, We good on the pauldron now sir? Need to make sure that little tidbit is done, so I can focus on the BIG ISSUE. I should have purchased yours in the beginning and not paid 3Xs the amount to fix this one. Live and learn troops (take my advice and just stick to Jay's). I am going to bed...Update tomorrow. I think I am getting high from bondo fumes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Yes, looking good. The orange segment is one that is usually overlooked, and you got it puffy!!!! Lol Right on!!!! Now watching eating popcorn! to see what else you can do!!! Great job so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Nice one Ben, that's awesome bro! While you're working away, throw on some "eye of the tiger"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 @ Ben - VERY admirable show of dedication, Brother! Before you know it, you will be in the SWAT ranks and will look back at all of this and say "It was worth it!" Good luck and keep at it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 16, 2012 Author Share Posted November 16, 2012 2cm strips done. Sanding and paint done. Now just re-weather. Maybe completed pictures and some nice action shots tomorrow??? I hate watching paint dry boring... I have to admit this was a great mod. They look awesome. But that is just my opinion. We will see what you guys think. Same bat channel kids. Stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaster 8266 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 You know I am rooting for you Ben. I know you have what it takes brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 OK, here are the corrected legs and bucket as well as an overall of equipment. Off to my local garrison meeting and to get some action shots and profiles for the MEPD. I await Juan now...Thank you for all the support and ideas. I really think the legs turned out much better with the 2cm strips (Thank you for the push Jay, you were right). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatchStick Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 wow great work! can see the effort you made with all the corrections, hope to see you pass soon brother! i'll be right behind ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthChridan Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Woooahh...now it looks really better, bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 OK, had my wife, who is a photographer take my final shots: Still waiting for command staff's opinion gentlemen... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Versku Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Ben. Seriously. You rock dude. It looks amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Just waiting to see what Juan says....But thank you Joe, Daniel and Nick. I appreciate the words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaster 8266 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Big fan here brother. Doing great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thanks Anthony. Since I am so close, maybe we can do a troop in the future. Wouldn't mind driving back to Cali. Miss it. Not much going on in my local garrison. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE TROOPER Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 Awesome job Ben and thanx for the tips bro. Great pictures by the way. I had a friend who does this as a hobby and i think she takes some great pics. i would love it if she took them for our garrison. Best of wishes my friend..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opi wan Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 Verry beautyful armor I love it Greatings Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaster 8266 Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 A troop would be awesome Ben. I might be able to come there is well. Love my casinos.LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 25, 2012 Author Share Posted November 25, 2012 Anthony, And our local economy loves it when people gamble....don't do it. JK. Let me know if you Come to town. Have some TDs and a BBQ ready brother, Vegas style..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthChridan Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 Just waiting to see what Juan says....But thank you Joe, Daniel and Nick. I appreciate the words.You're welcome, dude....well, wait and let's see what Juan says. Otherwise good job so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 Ben, some things I see you can do to make some things fit better, not important to this, just to help later. I notice the Pauldron is stretched pretty tight around your bicep. Take and add an elastic extension to the under side to help it relax a bit. So it doesn't appear like its going to pop! Now, as for the pics, ?? They look great, but they do your armor an injustice by making it look to clean! White!!!! Lol To much artificial light for a Sandy DIRTY look! Lol Just saying!!! Lol Have her take pics outside in natural light.. Will make a better pic for a card!! See you in the barracks soon enough my friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 26, 2012 Author Share Posted November 26, 2012 Jay, Thanks for the idea about the pauldron. I have plenty of velcro on it and could loosen it up. I have a short neck and have trouble seeing through the bucket. I was trying to keep the pauldron and armor low. Sometimes I can only see through the teeth! I will also have her do the pictures in the sun. I agree about looking too clean in those photos. I think the close ups in earlier pages shows it is dirty, but want my trading cards and profile to look good. Will take the suggestion sir. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Good.. ?? As for sitting to high? Well the only way to fix that a bit, is with longer neck straps. As long as Pauldron lays flat now, changing the width will allow it to come away from your helmet more. Send me a PM sometime, we can discuss what I am speaking about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 26, 2012 Author Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thank you sir, PM sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAND DEVIL Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 Bump... :whistling: :whistling: :whistling: :whistling: :whistling: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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