JFcustom's FOAM files

I can't get the Loki helm to download. It just loads a screen full of garbage code, almost like it's trying to 'view' the file in the browser. Tried on several computers. Any help?
 
Thank you so much!
Another question: Is there a way to see the dimensions in Pep VIEWER? I can't seem to find how to do this, and I do not have Designer.

No, you need Designer. You can download it for free, registration is required for the save and import/export functions to work.
 
Hi guys im trying to get these on my samsung tablet, I can unrar them to pdo format but I cant get any pepakura viewers to work on my tablet are they availiable in any other format?
 
Hey guys jw if I made my helmet for the white ranger too small????
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Hi guys im trying to get these on my samsung tablet, I can unrar them to pdo format but I cant get any pepakura viewers to work on my tablet are they availiable in any other format?

Short answer is no. Windows only mate :-(. You can get them converted to PDF and then view them but Pepakura is Win only.
 
I am building Iron Man Mark VII (7), with JTM's files for the upper half. The default for the abs is 840, and the default for the chest/back and arm is 793, and the default for the legs is 753. Do they match up at those scales, or if you input one universal scale for all them? I built the abs at 746.05 scale, and it fits me, and I don't know if I should do the same for chest/back, or do 746.5 / 840 = 0.88869047619048. 793 * 0.88869047619048 = 704.73154761905064.
 
Modified the Jim Lee cowl that was online. Can't wait to get to this one.

http://www.4shared.com/file/4tQCN1xnba/Batman_Jim_Lee_Cowl__Foam_unfo.html

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its funny that you used the jim lee file i made and modified it into the batman vs superman version cause i've done the same thing several weeks ago actually XD

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tried to remodel it as best as i can and focusing a lot on the reference material. Here's the link for the foam unfold of this cowl, whoevers going to make this please post pics! want to see how it turns out :D
http://www.4shared.com/file/lhJfqzxhba/batvssupcowl.html?
 
its funny that you used the jim lee file i made and modified it into the batman vs superman version cause i've done the same thing several weeks ago actually XD

tried to remodel it as best as i can and focusing a lot on the reference material. Here's the link for the foam unfold of this cowl, whoevers going to make this please post pics! want to see how it turns out :D
http://www.4shared.com/file/lhJfqzxhba/batvssupcowl.html?

I didn't modify it into the BvS....just modified for foam. It's a cool looking mask. You ever see those women that draw their eyebrows on too high and look surprised all the time? That's what I see on the new Batcowl.

Thank you for posting that Jim Lee one, it looks like a classic....
 

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I didn't modify it into the BvS....just modified for foam. It's a cool looking mask. You ever see those women that draw their eyebrows on too high and look surprised all the time? That's what I see on the new Batcowl.

Thank you for posting that Jim Lee one, it looks like a classic....
is that the jim lee cowl on the right?!
 
Hey guys, first post so be kind.

Just starting out with this sort of stuff so figured I would head down an easy path and try the CA helm in the first post.

Firstly, being in Australia I have found it difficult to find some of the materials. The foam itself has been tough as even ebay don't seem to have anything other than small thin foam pads. Anyway, found a 5mm roll at KMart and a 6 mm roll at Clarks. However, they both seem to be very different materials. The clarks version seems much more rigid and harder. The KMart roll I bought is actually a camping mat and if I pinch it it does leave an indent in it that does eventually fade out. So is the KMart one sufficient? It is a heap cheaper than the other one and I'm not even sure whether the Clarks one is EVA - it didn't have a description on it but the sales person was pretty confident it was EVA.

Apart from that question, I just wanted you guys to comment on the process I intend to follow. I just want to be sure I have the right process before starting out:

- print out pep designs and join together. Cut out shapes
- transfer shapes to foam and cut out (following JFC's cutting methods in the first post)
- Using hot glue and heat gun, create the helm
- fill any gaps and attempt to smooth out the ridges with a paintable silicone - http://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-410g-white-silicone-paint-over-sealant_p1210351
- coat the helm in PVA glue - 3 coats
- paint the helm with plasti-dip - 3 coats
- paint the helm with enamel paint - https://www.autobarn.com.au/motortech-sky-blue-250g-paint-ex202-sp34689-mt202 (not sure if this paint is any good though)
- seal with a clear coat

So is there anything I need to do differently? Also, is there any way I should be sanding or smoothing out edges? I have a dremel and was going to use that, however that might be overkill for just wanting to smooth out cut lines etc.

Any comments would be appreciated guys...

Thanks


UPDATE: OK so I just cut a little bit of that foam off and tried to work with it. I think it's too soft. I was looking for info on EVA and it appears there are different densities. I am guessing this one is a very low density. It will come in handy for detailing etc but not for building the entire helmet. Looks like its back to hunting for the foam...

Does this look like a reasonable foam to use? It seems quite dense compared to others being used on the forums: http://www.clarkrubber.com.au/eva-checker-plate-floor-mat-mat-size-120cmx240cmx7mm-black.html
 
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Hey guys, first post so be kind.

Just starting out with this sort of stuff so figured I would head down an easy path and try the CA helm in the first post.

- print out pep designs and join together. Cut out shapes
- transfer shapes to foam and cut out (following JFC's cutting methods in the first post)
- Using hot glue and heat gun, create the helm
- fill any gaps and attempt to smooth out the ridges with a paintable silicone - http://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-410g-white-silicone-paint-over-sealant_p1210351
- coat the helm in PVA glue - 3 coats
- paint the helm with plasti-dip - 3 coats
- paint the helm with enamel paint - https://www.autobarn.com.au/motortech-sky-blue-250g-paint-ex202-sp34689-mt202 (not sure if this paint is any good though)
- seal with a clear coat

So is there anything I need to do differently? Also, is there any way I should be sanding or smoothing out edges? I have a dremel and was going to use that, however that might be overkill for just wanting to smooth out cut lines etc.

UPDATE: OK so I just cut a little bit of that foam off and tried to work with it. I think it's too soft. I was looking for info on EVA and it appears there are different densities. I am guessing this one is a very low density. It will come in handy for detailing etc but not for building the entire helmet. Looks like its back to hunting for the foam...

Does this look like a reasonable foam to use? It seems quite dense compared to others being used on the forums: http://www.clarkrubber.com.au/eva-checker-plate-floor-mat-mat-size-120cmx240cmx7mm-black.html

Assuming that the roll of foam is smooth on the other side, that looks exactly like the stuff I used for my helmet. You're definitely looking for floor mat foam, rather than camping mat foam.

I would also highly recommend building a test fit out of paper first, before you cut out your foam, to make sure it fits. Remember that your foam is a lot thicker than paper so you don't want the paper version to fit really snugly, or your foam version will be too thick. This is a great post on how to scale your pep file: http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=148889&page=96&p=3376464&viewfull=1#post3376464

I used a dremel to smooth my edges, and it worked great. Just be careful - it will sometimes "kick", and leave gouges in your foam.

I can't help with the plastidip/painting, because I just used PVA glue/water to seal mine, and craft paint to paint it (but I wasn't going for a super glossy look).

Good luck! :)
 

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