Stormtrooper Armor help

[OTpropcollector]

Hi all,
I am very new to this area of the hobby and would like some help. I hope this is the right place to post. I recently bought a stormtrooper armor kit that is just the basic parts. I am looking for the most accurate parts to complete it as seen in ANH like the helmet,boots,bodyglove and any other items needed. I don't think I will ever wear it so it will end up displayed. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[KevVader]

Keep your eye on the Junkyard here and also head over to the http://www.whitearmor.net/ forums....it's all Stormtroopers all the time!

 

[chefhawk]

The Armor makers to look for are TE2,TE,CAP,TM,AP. Avoid FX!

Fisd and the Mepd are great places to go, keep us posted with the decision.


cheers

 

[OTpropcollector]

OK a lot of the sellers say they use new ABS wich is better than other offerings but I don't see a lot of the maker tag lines you posted. How do I know for sure? The seller of mine said AP.

The Armor makers to look for are TE2,TE,CAP,TM,AP. Avoid FX!

Fisd and the Mepd are great places to go, keep us posted with the decision.


cheers

 

[OTpropcollector]

Here is the basics I am starting with...

http://cgi.ebay.com/Custom-White-AB...39:1|66:2|65:10|240:1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

 

[Jumpin Jax]

The suit's ok for the money, but no helmet? That's where things can get expensive. Indeed ask at whitearmor.net, you'll find the best info there.

 

[OTpropcollector]

The suit's ok for the money, but no helmet? That's where things can get expensive. Indeed ask at whitearmor.net, you'll find the best info there.

Yup:cry but the folks at whitearmor.net seem to all agree on the point that the MRCE can be modified into a great helmet as well as helping find the other parts I need for a great build.

 

[Bezerkus]

OK a lot of the sellers say they use new ABS wich is better than other offerings but I don't see a lot of the maker tag lines you posted. How do I know for sure? The seller of mine said AP.

That picture you posted is not AP, that is FX.

 

[OTpropcollector]

That picture you posted is not AP, that is FX.

CRAP:angry:angry:angry

 

[hansicle]

Yeah, if you planned to upgrade in the future, and this would be a "biginner" set, then, it may be a good start, but certainly not accurate. Most of the people may have this armor, and they will tend not to knock it, but in reality, it's flaws are obvious, but the armor is the most "available". If you want to start off with something accurate, and don't plan on upgrading your suit, I would try to find another source.

 

[Darth Niob]

Contact Paul (Troopermaster). He makes an awesome armor and fantastic helmets. Also his prices are great and you have an extremly accurate stormi costume.:thumbsup

 

[OTpropcollector]

Contact Paul (Troopermaster). He makes an awesome armor and fantastic helmets. Also his prices are great and you have an extremly accurate stormi costume.:thumbsup

Is he a member here?

 

[Darth Niob]

Yes, he is.

 

[Bigturc]

I have to agree, TM is the best fan made stormtrooper armor out there down to every little details. Although, the price is great, it's more on the rich side since it's in the UK and pounds conversion will kill you!

Your BEST bet is to join whitearmor.net (FISD) and PLEASE do your homework there FIRST! You'll thank us all for doing so!

Believe me

 

[Mr. No Stripes]

If you want accurate Armor, get an AP. Accurate, and good for trooping.

 

[Bigturc]

Well, I didn't want to sound biased, but yeah, AP rocks! Oh and you'll learn that on whitearmor.net .. lol

 

[Trooper_trent]

Whenever you're ready to put it together, shoot me a pm. I've got lot's of good experience putting it together and I'm only about 10 minutes away from you in Roanoke. There are several 501st guys in the area and we're all reall good friends.

 

[OTpropcollector]

Whenever you're ready to put it together, shoot me a pm. I've got lot's of good experience putting it together and I'm only about 10 minutes away from you in Roanoke. There are several 501st guys in the area and we're all reall good friends.

GREAT!! thanks for all the advise. I am registered at the FISD under same user I.D. and I will definately give you a heads up for some help since you are near! Thanks guys!