Ironman Build.........Ab, Back and Cod Pieces

[thorneyboy]

I have lurked around here for a while and have even posted a few things and sold a few items to others (who I hope still enjoy the items lol) and wanted something for myself. I decided on Ironman and with the help of another forum member ahave pretty much the entire upper section of the suit already. Now I have started to paint the suit itself and as you can see below it is not too bad I think.

There are some tiny inmperfections but for a first time it not bad.

As I am very very new to this any comments/advice would be welcome

Thanks.....

 

[thorneyboy]

Re: First ever proper build and decided to tackle Ironman

Can anybody give me advice on how to connect this all together. I am thinking of buckles and webbing strap to connect the upper armour but have no idea of the best way to secure it to the armour..

 

[STEALTH]

Re: First ever proper build and decided to tackle Ironman

can't go wrong with buckles and strapping.

 

[Ironpredator]

Re: First ever proper build and decided to tackle Ironman

well done on your progress thorneyboy...your miles ahead of me mate haha what halfords red did you go for?

 

[thorneyboy]

Re: First ever proper build and decided to tackle Ironman

I decided to use Nissan Flame Red and Nissan Metallic Gold. Both awesome colours and works well on the grey primer.

 

[Ironpredator]

Re: First ever proper build and decided to tackle Ironman

nice one!!! and looking very smooth.ill have a look out for them colors and give them a try im still having trouble smoothing my helmet out haha

 

[thorneyboy]

Re: First ever proper build and decided to tackle Ironman

Well I have moved on and have now begun on the ab and back pieces, including the cod piece. These were cast in foam material to help with movement. I will attach them by 2 zips, one on either side. Again this will allow me to put the suit on myself, which is my ultimate aim with this build.

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[Ironpredator]

Nice update.. I havent even gone near foam (maybe someday I wouldnt have a clue how too) well done!!

 

[thorneyboy]

Thanks. I am enjoying the way it is coming together and the zipper idea is a new one that I don't think anybody has tried yet.

 

[Mockle]

looking good so far...