trooper1 Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Hey I am just about to finish a set of AP armor and now want to look at TE or TE2, Can you guys give me some info into which is which. The differences in either, Styrene, vs HDPE, or anything else that will help in my decision. My AP is going dirt.... as soon as I decide on my other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-1536 Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 They are both the same. Same molds, different owner. Typically made in light weight HIPS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hey thanks for the info. I have found that TE uses the HDPE helmet and TE2 uses the HIP or stryrene. I am not familiar with either that is why I am asking. Just wonding which is easier to work with. Jay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-1536 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hey thanks for the info. I have found that TE uses the HDPE helmet and TE2 uses the HIP or stryrene. I am not familiar with either that is why I am asking. Just wonding which is easier to work with. Jay TE (aka Matt G.) was making a few helmets in HDPE last year in limited production. But, my understanding is that he's out of the business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK7036 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Yes if HDPE then I have something to share. I have the last piece of TE's HDPE after he stopped production. Is paper-thin so it is very flimsy but it has the sharpest detailing. This material is not easy to work on and requires very skilful hands and experience. It WILL NOT hold paint well for long. For some reason I knew I shouldn't but I used it to troop the painwork cracked and chipped off. Get TE2 if you want peace of mind trooping and keep the TE strictly for display. Just my 2 cents! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-4510 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 TE2 baby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runJEDIrun Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I plan on my next set being either TE2 or TM (still can't really decide) either way i've got a while to think about it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeR Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 TE2! Easier to come by and cheaper. Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted February 3, 2008 Author Share Posted February 3, 2008 Thanks guys, your info helped out alot. I have spoken to TM, TE2, and TE. After convincing the wife, I will make another purchase I hope.. AP to ----------- The sequal continues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Thanks guys, your info helped out alot. I have spoken to TM, TE2, and TE. After convincing the wife, I will make another purchase I hope.. AP to ----------- The sequal continues. Hi there. I have just delete TM´s real name. Please only use the makers art name on the forum. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted February 3, 2008 Author Share Posted February 3, 2008 Very sorry, total mistake. Will not happen again. Totally was not thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Very sorry, total mistake. Will not happen again. Totally was not thinking. No sweat mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theGreatSot Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 WOOT!! Adding another TM Brother to the MEPD Family! You won't be sorry when you get your hands on the suit. TM does some AMAZING work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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