Sandbagger's Iron-Man builds - Now in STEEL
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sandbagger
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So many people made this happen. My heartfelt thanks to you all. I should mention ROBO3687 and JFCustom especially, members of the cosplay forums who developed the original files for the templates that they shared online for free, for all to enjoy. Without good people like that, these things would never even start.
There are too many people to thank along the way, there were so many. I pray this outcome rewards you all with the knowledge that you played a part and that when it comes to this kids in pain, it really does make a difference. We can't take away their physical pain, or cure their cancer or whatever else may be torturing them, but we can make their situation a little less scary, a little more fun and exciting - even if it is only for a couple of hours at a time, the flow on will no doubt be significant.
There are too many people to thank along the way, there were so many. I pray this outcome rewards you all with the knowledge that you played a part and that when it comes to this kids in pain, it really does make a difference. We can't take away their physical pain, or cure their cancer or whatever else may be torturing them, but we can make their situation a little less scary, a little more fun and exciting - even if it is only for a couple of hours at a time, the flow on will no doubt be significant.
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Alkatraz
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I'm not really one for posting, or even talking, very often so here goes.
I started cosplaying roughly three and a half years ago as a form of stress relief and artistic expression during some hard times I was going through relating to medical issues among my family.
Not long after I started getting into it myself, I noticed this particular build.
The level of devotion, heart and incredible skill that I've seen displayed by you Barry has never ceased to inspire me and keep me motivated even in dark times, the fact that you've done all of this for the community and for sick children is truly exemplary, we can all learn from the example you've set here.
So a huge thank you for sharing this huge undertaking with us, and being a source of guiding inspiration for so many.
You're truly one of the cosplay giants in my book, and I look forward to seeing what comes next.
I started cosplaying roughly three and a half years ago as a form of stress relief and artistic expression during some hard times I was going through relating to medical issues among my family.
Not long after I started getting into it myself, I noticed this particular build.
The level of devotion, heart and incredible skill that I've seen displayed by you Barry has never ceased to inspire me and keep me motivated even in dark times, the fact that you've done all of this for the community and for sick children is truly exemplary, we can all learn from the example you've set here.
So a huge thank you for sharing this huge undertaking with us, and being a source of guiding inspiration for so many.
You're truly one of the cosplay giants in my book, and I look forward to seeing what comes next.
sandbagger
Master Member
Ah bless ya gang!
So many people made this happen. My heartfelt thanks to you all. I should mention ROBO3687 and JFCustom especially, members of the cosplay forums who developed the original files for the templates that they shared online for free, for all to enjoy. Without good people like that, these things would never even start.
There are too many people to thank along the way, there were so many. I pray this outcome rewards you all with the knowledge that you played a part and that when it comes to this kids in pain, it really does make a difference. We can't take away their physical pain, or cure their cancer or whatever else may be torturing them, but we can make their situation a little less scary, a little more fun and exciting - even if it is only for a couple of hours at a time, the flow on will no doubt be significant.
So many people made this happen. My heartfelt thanks to you all. I should mention ROBO3687 and JFCustom especially, members of the cosplay forums who developed the original files for the templates that they shared online for free, for all to enjoy. Without good people like that, these things would never even start.
There are too many people to thank along the way, there were so many. I pray this outcome rewards you all with the knowledge that you played a part and that when it comes to this kids in pain, it really does make a difference. We can't take away their physical pain, or cure their cancer or whatever else may be torturing them, but we can make their situation a little less scary, a little more fun and exciting - even if it is only for a couple of hours at a time, the flow on will no doubt be significant.
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sandbagger
Master Member
Some shots from the day.
Get me outta this thing!
Ahh, pretend beer from a plastic Iron man mug...
Phew! Mission accomplished.
Get me outta this thing!
Ahh, pretend beer from a plastic Iron man mug...
Phew! Mission accomplished.
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sandbagger
Master Member
Big batch of electronics arrived today. A couple more to arrive then it's into upgrades and miniaturisation of the larger circuits.Especially the voice changer that ViPeR-7 instructed me on making.
I think my first attempt, while successful, could have been done a lot better.
After soldering up the first one, I'm pretty sure I can make it all smaller and neater. I bought another two sets of everything so I can do this and have a spare, that will just velcro in and out of the suit via a couple of jacks so if one claps out halfway through a visit, I can just rip it out and stick a new one in.
I think my first attempt, while successful, could have been done a lot better.
After soldering up the first one, I'm pretty sure I can make it all smaller and neater. I bought another two sets of everything so I can do this and have a spare, that will just velcro in and out of the suit via a couple of jacks so if one claps out halfway through a visit, I can just rip it out and stick a new one in.
Duaneo
New Member
Hey mate, my niece and nephew were lucky enough to meet you at the Hyperdome.
I heard all about this on the radio and on TV as I was thinking of giving somthing similar a go a few years ago.
Anyway...long story short....
I own a local Sheetmetal shop in Fyshwick, if you need anything just let me know!
Keep up the awesomeness!
Sent from my SM-G925I using Tapatalk
I heard all about this on the radio and on TV as I was thinking of giving somthing similar a go a few years ago.
Anyway...long story short....
I own a local Sheetmetal shop in Fyshwick, if you need anything just let me know!
Keep up the awesomeness!
Sent from my SM-G925I using Tapatalk
sandbagger
Master Member
Small world mate! Thank you.
I probably spoke to you a little while ago about sourcing black steel or uncoated pipe for a jet engine build.
I hope your niece and nephew had a blast!
SB
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sandbagger
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Might I say, that James here, (pictured below) has been an impressively hard-working, stoic, determined, thoughtful and ingenious specialist in the Iron Man electronics I could have ever hoped for. He's taken my ideas and made them reality, plus thrown in brilliant ideas I would never have thought of.
It may have still happened without him, but it would probably have taken a few more years and I may even have had to pay for professional services, even though I doubt they would have been as helpful, flexible and cheerful about it.
In the three years I have spent building this suit, James has picked me up out of my depression and frustration and got me excited about my build many times when I've been ready to give up on the whole thing.
James deserves so much recognition for stepping up to the plate and enthusiastically volunteering to help out a total stranger. I am glad to call him friend and grateful for blokes like him in my life.
God bless you mate.
Baz.
It may have still happened without him, but it would probably have taken a few more years and I may even have had to pay for professional services, even though I doubt they would have been as helpful, flexible and cheerful about it.
In the three years I have spent building this suit, James has picked me up out of my depression and frustration and got me excited about my build many times when I've been ready to give up on the whole thing.
James deserves so much recognition for stepping up to the plate and enthusiastically volunteering to help out a total stranger. I am glad to call him friend and grateful for blokes like him in my life.
God bless you mate.
Baz.
sandbagger
Master Member
Iron Man is gearing up for another huge public appearance in support of the Starlight Children's foundation, less than a month from now. Stay tuned for details.
Hopefully this coming event will see all the little problems with the suit ironed out... See what I did there?..
The last event identified where refinement was needed, where to make electronic systems a little more, "battle hardy", and some improvements on attention to detail. After the event, we should be able to jump straight into the hospitals.
My seamstress is currently working hard on my new undersuit. There's modifications getting stitched in between these two pen lines mid thigh and mid shin. Elbows are also getting the same treatment.
I have 3 weeks left to get all the glitches out of the suit. Last night I fixed the rubber covers in place with M3 bolts and washers drilled through the steel shell. All the glues I've tried, including araldite and contact adhesive, seem to let go after a bit of movement. Can't have that.
I seem to be having trouble with wiring. The electronics and PCBs are working for the voice changer, (VC) but all my connecting wires and plugs outside the box, along the way to the battery and on switch are dodgy. I've tried fixing them so many times I've lost count. Every time I get it working, a little wiggle later it stops. Even touching the end of the microphone jack causes loss of signal to the speaker. I'm really crap at this and running out of time.
Hopefully this coming event will see all the little problems with the suit ironed out... See what I did there?..
The last event identified where refinement was needed, where to make electronic systems a little more, "battle hardy", and some improvements on attention to detail. After the event, we should be able to jump straight into the hospitals.
My seamstress is currently working hard on my new undersuit. There's modifications getting stitched in between these two pen lines mid thigh and mid shin. Elbows are also getting the same treatment.
I have 3 weeks left to get all the glitches out of the suit. Last night I fixed the rubber covers in place with M3 bolts and washers drilled through the steel shell. All the glues I've tried, including araldite and contact adhesive, seem to let go after a bit of movement. Can't have that.
I seem to be having trouble with wiring. The electronics and PCBs are working for the voice changer, (VC) but all my connecting wires and plugs outside the box, along the way to the battery and on switch are dodgy. I've tried fixing them so many times I've lost count. Every time I get it working, a little wiggle later it stops. Even touching the end of the microphone jack causes loss of signal to the speaker. I'm really crap at this and running out of time.
