Ironman Mark 42 [fist build][pepakura/ fiberglass/ bondo]

kev18284

New Member

• Apr 13, 2014

• #1

Hey guys! I came accross this awesome website about a year ago and decided to build an Ironman suit. I was planning on getting started last year, but life got in the way, so I started this year in March. I initially thought of going the form route but seems like paper/fiberglass/bondo route gives a better and durable finish. So since theres a lot more hardwork involved I decided to start with paper and start early-ish.

I'm using @Helagak's abs, shoulders, biseps, jackieisrockin's shoes, chins, thighs, forearms, cod and @Blackout's helmet.

Heres a list of build materials/tools Ive purchased so far and hope the info will benefit others who are starting out.

Total	$663.13
Pepakura
Alvin Professional Cutting Mats Green/Black Size - 18L x 12W inches	$9.12
Surebonder PRO2-100 100-Watt High Temperature Industrial Glue Gun, Black	$25.48
Surebonder BS-12 High Temperature Best Glue Sticks, 4-Inch [x2]	$9.62
Neenah Exact Index Card Stock, 250 Sheets, White, 94 Brightness, 110 lb, 8.5 x 11 Inches	$9.97
Fiskars Fingertip Craft Knife	$4.35
Techni Edge #11 Hobby Blades - 100 Pack	$12.79
Silhouette Cameo Electronic Cutting Tool	$269.99
Fiberglass/Bondo
Magnolia Brush 230 Low Cost Single Thickness Paint or Chip Brush, 1-1/2" Trim, 1/2" Width, White (Case of 36)	$9.54
Dremel 4000-2/30 120-Volt Variable Speed Rotary Tool Kit	$79.99
DEWALT DPG82-11C Concealer Clear Anti-Fog Dual Mold Safety Goggle	$12.47
Bondo 499 Fiberglass Cloth [x3]	$22.47
Disposable 3 oz. Plastic Cups - 100Count	$5.99
M Tekk Paint Project Respirator, Medium, P95, Martin, Dean	$11.90
West System 105 Epoxy Resin (.98Gallon 10.3-Pounds)	$91.76
Mini Pump Kit for 301 and 305 in Quart, Gallon, 5 Gallon sizes	$13.90
FAST HARDENER #205, .86 QUART	$41.83
3M 357 Bondo Spreader	$2.74
Bondo 265 Lightweight Filler Can - 1 Gallon	$24.78
Bondo 907 Glazing and Spot Putty - 4.5 oz.	$4.44

Thanks for reading
Kev

 

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kev18284

New Member

• Apr 19, 2014

• #2

Here are a few pictures of my progress so far

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Here are a few pictures of my progress so far

 

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hell beast

Jr Member

• Apr 20, 2014

• #3

awesome build :cool

looking for updates

 

Last edited: Apr 22, 2014

kev18284

New Member

• Apr 25, 2014

• #4

Finished cutting/gluing the chest

 

kev18284

New Member

• Apr 26, 2014

• #5

Just finished the shoulders. Cut out pieces from a ruumber sheet I bought and used it to create thick layers
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laellee

Master Member

RPF PREMIUM MEMBER

• Apr 26, 2014

• #6

Nice work with the addition of the layered sheeting, looks like it's working well. Not to be the downer-guy, but you might want to make sure that the resin won't react with that material.

Pretty sweet that you got a Cameo for this too by the way :thumbsup Good luck on it, it's looking great!

 

kev18284

New Member

• Apr 27, 2014

• #7

laellee said:

Nice work with the addition of the layered sheeting, looks like it's working well. Not to be the downer-guy, but you might want to make sure that the resin won't react with that material.

Pretty sweet that you got a Cameo for this too by the way :thumbsup Good luck on it, it's looking great!

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Thanks! fingers crossed while applying epoxy resin on the rubber.

 

laellee

Master Member

RPF PREMIUM MEMBER

• Apr 27, 2014

• #8

If it is rubber (wasn't sure), the heat would be the only concern I think. Let us know what happens :thumbsup

 

kev18284

New Member

• May 15, 2014

• #9

Done with forearms and biceps. Will upload better pictures of all the other parts over the weekend



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kev18284

New Member

• May 18, 2014

• #10

Applied resin to biceps, thighs and forearms. Will begin fiberglassing today


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kev18284

New Member

• May 18, 2014

• #11

 

laellee

Master Member

RPF PREMIUM MEMBER

• May 19, 2014

• #12

A West guy..... Good to see.

 

kev18284

New Member

• May 19, 2014

• #13

Yeah all my research pointed me towards west systems. And I'm happy with it [emoji2]


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djwash

New Member

• May 25, 2014

• #14

Hello, my name is Wash, I am from Argentina using Google translator because my English is basic ..


I'm building 42 Mark paper, not foam, I need bicep and shoulder PDO for paper, I have not been able to find, are here in RPF? Have some link to search for a topic?


Sorry for the inconvenience, I do not like to ask if you have already posted, use the search without success, I would finish it for an event and do not have much time.




Regards and thanks!

 

kev18284

New Member

• May 27, 2014

• #15

Hey Wash, I used the form biceps by Helagak found here http://www.therpf.com/f78/helagaks-iron-man-mark-42-all-files-released-176505/

It's not really good for paper builds but I had no other option


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kev18284

New Member

• Jun 8, 2014

• #16

I have a question, how do you guys build the abs, I'm thinking of building it using foam or having it 3d printed. How do I bend after wearing it? I'm so lost :/


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tanishq1

New Member

• Jun 8, 2014

• #17

I know a couple guys have 3D printed, and then they made this ridiculously cool 3D printed hinge system so that when you bend back, it flexes and when you stand up straight, it turns normal again. There are a couple of downsides. First, you need to have some means of 3D printing, and it's very complicated. But otherwise, it's pretty cool. Oh here, I finally found the link:

http://www.therpf.com/f78/darkside5...files-password-first-post-139470/index10.html

 

kev18284

New Member

• Jun 8, 2014

• #18

Thanks, will check the thread out