thinking of getting an iron man suit from full body armors.com need advice
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I just finished going through everything. A few minor (to me) issues.
1) the pinkys on each glove are way too small.
2) speaker on voice changer was missing- not using it anyway.
3) right ear on helmet was missing.
4) small panel on back is missing.
I have notified James, we will see what happens there.
The harnes is S&$T- I had to cut it up just to unpack the crate-easy fix though.
The helmet is made with good materials but there are a lot of gaps- will just get a better helmet.
I have yet to try on the shoes but they dont look bad.
Superdave's video is spot on as far as what you get and how to fix. It doesnt look bad but you better be ready to put in some time to make it yours.
1) the pinkys on each glove are way too small.
2) speaker on voice changer was missing- not using it anyway.
3) right ear on helmet was missing.
4) small panel on back is missing.
I have notified James, we will see what happens there.
The harnes is S&$T- I had to cut it up just to unpack the crate-easy fix though.
The helmet is made with good materials but there are a lot of gaps- will just get a better helmet.
I have yet to try on the shoes but they dont look bad.
Superdave's video is spot on as far as what you get and how to fix. It doesnt look bad but you better be ready to put in some time to make it yours.
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ChristianE
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My suit is waiting on customs check, should have it by tomorrow hopefully, then I'll be putting up videos too, probably start with an unboxing video.
I heard back from James today. He is making another set of hands with the correct size fingers, both ears for my helmet ( even though I only needed the right one) a voice changer ( even though i will likely not use it) and the missing pannel that goes on the back. He is supposed to ship it out Friday. I give him credit for always answering/replying to every email I have sent up to this point.
Once I get my new harnes built I am thinking about removing the abs/lower back from the chest and back, making it into a sub assembly with suspenders I believe this will offer the suit more flexibility.
If anybody can recomend a good adhesive to bond the straps to the abs and fiberglass pannels, i am all ears. Hot glue is okay but it doesnt seem to hold up very well.
I have removed all velcro from the legs and used a better quality velcro and adhered it to the suit using 3m double sided automotive grade tape ( same stuff that holds emblems and trim on cars and trucks) hopefully it works better than the hot glue/velcro combo it comes with.
That is the progress on my suit up to this point. I still need to add rivets and reinforce a few key areas.
Once I get my new harnes built I am thinking about removing the abs/lower back from the chest and back, making it into a sub assembly with suspenders I believe this will offer the suit more flexibility.
If anybody can recomend a good adhesive to bond the straps to the abs and fiberglass pannels, i am all ears. Hot glue is okay but it doesnt seem to hold up very well.
I have removed all velcro from the legs and used a better quality velcro and adhered it to the suit using 3m double sided automotive grade tape ( same stuff that holds emblems and trim on cars and trucks) hopefully it works better than the hot glue/velcro combo it comes with.
That is the progress on my suit up to this point. I still need to add rivets and reinforce a few key areas.
This is going to be my suit, check this out!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9jlvkolvwg&feature=youtu.be
So glad I got a full refund from Mr Wang , this suit is much better, made out of Eva foam and can fit much better!
Had to send more measurements, but the more they have to work with, the easier it is to make and for it to fit!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9jlvkolvwg&feature=youtu.be
So glad I got a full refund from Mr Wang , this suit is much better, made out of Eva foam and can fit much better!
Had to send more measurements, but the more they have to work with, the easier it is to make and for it to fit!
Forumz,
I've done the same thing with my suit making it into 2 sections. I used new elastic pieces with quick release clips and loctite plastic epoxy with a 3450psi rating. I used 3 in the back and 2 up front. 1/8x1/8 size rivets with backing washers are also optional if you want the added strength.
I've done the same thing with my suit making it into 2 sections. I used new elastic pieces with quick release clips and loctite plastic epoxy with a 3450psi rating. I used 3 in the back and 2 up front. 1/8x1/8 size rivets with backing washers are also optional if you want the added strength.
Cool. can't wait..
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Orignl,
saw your video...from what I saw it appeared that on the helmet when opening , the left side - upper section - you might want to check out your hinges. Mine came completely off and was missing the attachment screw. I ended up using my high strength epoxy and replaced the screw, haven't had a problem with it since then. Just something to check out when you get a chance.
saw your video...from what I saw it appeared that on the helmet when opening , the left side - upper section - you might want to check out your hinges. Mine came completely off and was missing the attachment screw. I ended up using my high strength epoxy and replaced the screw, haven't had a problem with it since then. Just something to check out when you get a chance.
Great video Orignl! I saw the same thing Dave mentioned. You see a litte deviation when the faceplate opens.. Hope you can solve it with the hints Dave gave..
I first get a videoreport from James, so certainly a point to be critically at.
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ChristianE
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Hi guys,
I received my suit the other day, been working on it to get it fully wearable. Not too many issues, but there was a couple of minor pieces missing, which James is shipping. It is quite an awesome suit, and all the electrics are working fine which is nice. Speaker for the voice changer had broken off and the speaker come was torn, so gonna have to put my own speaker in it. A few pieces needed glueing back on, but only a couple. All in all I am happy with the suit, but it could have been made better. Been trying to put a video up but it keeps failing, will try again soon, just concentrating on finishing the suit so I can wear it comfortably. You'll definitely need padding in the helmet btw. Here's one pic of me in the suit:
I received my suit the other day, been working on it to get it fully wearable. Not too many issues, but there was a couple of minor pieces missing, which James is shipping. It is quite an awesome suit, and all the electrics are working fine which is nice. Speaker for the voice changer had broken off and the speaker come was torn, so gonna have to put my own speaker in it. A few pieces needed glueing back on, but only a couple. All in all I am happy with the suit, but it could have been made better. Been trying to put a video up but it keeps failing, will try again soon, just concentrating on finishing the suit so I can wear it comfortably. You'll definitely need padding in the helmet btw. Here's one pic of me in the suit:
ChristianE
New Member
Yes the faceplate opens and closes very nicely, the only mod I've done to the helmet is added padding inside, it was essential really. I'll try to get a video up soon.
