we move on to moving joints![]()
Fantastic work on this thread - it's luring me back to build another suit. One question, is a brace (undersuit) needed or recommended for the IP suit built in foam? A brace was included with Robo3687's MKIV/VI files. I used it in my MKVI foam build; not sure if it was necessary.
Hey Jackie I think this will help with the mark 42 boot
Thought I'd share my Iron Patriot helmet. Made out of foam, only spent about a weekend on it. Went for a more battle-damaged, worn look unlike the shiny new pictures we've mostly seen. Pretty happy with it for just being a fun little project!
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Careful.... It starts with a helmet... It ALWAYS starts with a helmet...
Ladman- Great link! And about the plexi glass, im not too sure if it will work correctly. On my MK VI, i used thin plastic, sanded and frosted it, and the end result wasnt too good (you could clearly see the LEDs underneath) but thanks to Teragon's tip, i used white plastic (cut up trash can) and it difuses the light awesomelyBut plexi glass still may work you never know :cheers
you'll need a difuser film because even if you sand it, you'll still see the bulb's bright spot, it wont even out like you would think.