Bavery Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 This isn't actually for a TD, it's for my Elite Nova Trooper, but I figured I'll build it here too so I can get all of the good advice possible. So I've begun constructing the pack, and found that at this point, the frame really isn't needed... anyone else have that feeling? Concept: So far: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick.black Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 Looking good Drew. What are you using as a reference for the Nova Trooper's pack? Is it not the same pack as the Sandtrooper. If it is there are alot of tutorials here on MEPD that would help you build a kick *** pack. Not sure I agree with you about the frame though, as, when building an accurate pack the frame is most certainly needed to hold the whole thing together and to fix your straps in place too. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 Hey Drew... Looking good. I must agree with Nick. When I build my first pack I too thought the frame was not needed, and didnt add it. A year or so later, I started a new accurate pack and man was the fram a big difference. It helps not only for properly have every part in place, but for your back support and make it much more resistant to use and trooping. Considering adding one, even if it looks like it is not needed. Let us know if we can help you in any way. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 Nice start brother!! Have to agree on the frame but it's your build so the most important thing is to have fun with it. I've built a few packs in my day and the frame gives a finished look. Anyway thanks for posting bro!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quartermaster Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Frame??? Gotta have it. It will make for a stable base and it is an accurate part of the pack build. The Nova pack is the same as the TD pack, just all black. Check out some of the build threads here for great info and ideas. Here is a recent Nova Pack I built for a Trooper over on the Black Ops Forum... Good luck and like DB said, have fun with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bavery Posted December 13, 2012 Author Share Posted December 13, 2012 So, I will be making a frame. But Here are updates on my packs... The black lid is drying on now. And thank you Quartermaster for the pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bavery Posted December 14, 2012 Author Share Posted December 14, 2012 So, after all you guys battering me, I caved and built the frame for the whole $7 it cost me It was easy, just time consuming. the E6000 is drying right now. I also made the mortar tube. I made it 34 inches long, but it looked WAY to long. So I cut it down to 29. I think it works. AND, I think i nailed the caps. how about you guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vf2112 Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 Frame??? Gotta have it. It will make for a stable base and it is an accurate part of the pack build. The Nova pack is the same as the TD pack, just all black. Check out some of the build threads here for great info and ideas. Here is a recent Nova Pack I built for a Trooper over on the Black Ops Forum... Good luck and like DB said, have fun with it! whooooa,,,,,,,,,SWEET pack bro so jealous,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,IM MAKING ONE bugger mine wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vf2112 Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 hhaa lol you go bavery looking good dude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inglorious trooper Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 great job on the frame drew! if your looking at making it even more accurate,an idea would be to grab yourself a siphon from "gordonater"! hes a member here,not an expensive item but can make all the difference to your pack. anyway,good luck and remember were all here for you with any questions bro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bavery Posted December 16, 2012 Author Share Posted December 16, 2012 Pack is coming out so good, I decided to put it in a frame <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 VERY nice progress there, Troop! Looking forward to seeing the completed pack! Keep up the good work, Drew! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inglorious trooper Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 looks much better with frame drew, and im sure is much more sturdy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bavery Posted December 18, 2012 Author Share Posted December 18, 2012 So, I wanted to take a picture to convey in other people's minds (not you guys, more like Facebook) that made them see this pack like I do. So I bought primer, and primed it. This is NOT the final coat of primer, as there as still many things to fix, such as the lip on the toolbox. Ignore the one year old feeling my pack. Hahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 haha....looking great man!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 heres one i did a while back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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