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Today, 12:26 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread 405th MENTOR PROGRAM *PURGE AT NOON TODAY!!* in Noob Forum

As of June 19, this thread has been purged and has started anew. If you were purged, but wish to remain part of the program, let me know what your...

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Today, 10:29 AM

Dax79 replied to a thread Silent Hill. Pyramid Head in Noob Forum

So it looks as if the site has been fixed and I can continue with the blogging of my Silent Hill PH!! After covering in resin I gave it an...

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Yesterday, 09:28 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread First Timer. Mark VI Pep Build! in Noob Forum

Ok, first off, your pep skills are pretty good. You've definitely got the process down (I'd actually like to see you tackle some higher def files...

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Yesterday, 03:04 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo 4 Spartan Foam build Pic heavy WIP in Creation Discussion

I shouldn't have any trouble tackling a pattern, but if you wouldn't mind posting the templates or sending them, it would be greatly appreciated. It...

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Yesterday, 02:46 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo 4 Spartan Foam build Pic heavy WIP in Creation Discussion

I see; sounds like it could work. Would it be possible to get a few pictures of it up close to get a good look at the material texture? Tell your...

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Yesterday, 01:38 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo reach Jorge-052 Helmet Build (First Pep, be gentle) in Noob Forum

I suppose it is preference. To me, it's the opposite. The upper right of the second picture looks more like something has rubbed off on the piece...

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Yesterday, 01:17 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo reach Jorge-052 Helmet Build (First Pep, be gentle) in Noob Forum

Not if you do it right... Practice makes a difference. I still drybrush after the blackwash. It adds yet another level of depth. You can...

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Yesterday, 12:05 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo reach Jorge-052 Helmet Build (First Pep, be gentle) in Noob Forum

RTWHOCKEY already talked about it, but I'll go ahead and explain how I do it (since I do it differently from the video). A blackwash is just what it...

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Yesterday, 11:44 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread How many completed halo costumes on the 405th? in Creation Discussion

This wasn't a restructuring, this was a restoration. This idea has thrown this thread off topic and should really be moved to here... ...

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Yesterday, 11:35 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread How many completed halo costumes on the 405th? in Creation Discussion

The forums is getting ready to undergo a restructure as it is. Let's not open up one of these...

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Yesterday, 11:13 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo 4 Spartan Foam build Pic heavy WIP in Creation Discussion

Looks like you've got a solid start! I'm curious as to what material/technique you are using for the undersuit. It's always been the one thing...

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Yesterday, 10:46 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo 3 Recon helmet build! AKA My first build in Noob Forum

Check my post edit, I added another suggestion that I believe would help.

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Yesterday, 10:38 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo 3 Recon helmet build! AKA My first build in Noob Forum

For your next pep, I would suggest shying away from hot glue; it's too much of a pain (literally) to work with IMO. Try white glue (like Elmer's or...

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Yesterday, 10:31 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Still Cannot Post and donation in 405th News Forum

If you are trying to start a new thread in the NOOB forum, the reason you cannot is because you are now an Infantryman. You are allowed to start...

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Yesterday, 08:47 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread "Help!" for: Fiberglassing, Resin, & Bondo in Noob Forum

1. The best way I've found to deal with air pockets is to sand or grind away the fiberglass from the inside, mix up a small batch of resin, and fill...

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Yesterday, 04:18 AM

Seth_Knight_of_New_Wales replied to a thread Ravarkian's Foam Noble 6 Build (WIP) in Noob Forum

GOOD LORD!................ :eek: This... (cough *elite* soon) -Seth

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06-17-2013, 02:13 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Pepakura: Resin question in Noob Forum

Neither is really stronger since it's all the same material. Mat seems a bit stronger, but that's only because it's thicker. If you pile up enough...

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06-17-2013, 02:03 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Pepakura: Resin question in Noob Forum

I see, then Katsu is right. You will need to add in something like fiberglass (to the inside, never the outside) or Rondo to completely harden it (I...

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06-17-2013, 01:52 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Pepakura: Resin question in Noob Forum

If it's been sitting for 12+ hours and hasn't hardened, then you didn't mix in enough hardener. As a rule of thumb, I always add in an extra 4 or 5...

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06-17-2013, 01:27 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread "Help!" for: Misc... in Noob Forum

Yeah, clicking on that photos tab, then pasting the URL of the image will automatically set up the format that Necrogenesis mentioned. I still find...

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06-17-2013, 01:15 PM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread "Help!" for: Fiberglassing, Resin, & Bondo in Noob Forum

That should be ok, so long as no one else uses it and the smell does not infiltrate the rest of your home. It would still make me nervous. As far...

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06-17-2013, 11:03 AM

vshore100 replied to a thread MK VI Foam Build in Creation Discussion

Everything looks amazing Tom! The undersuit is EPIC for sure! :D

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06-17-2013, 10:48 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread "Help!" for: Fiberglassing, Resin, & Bondo in Noob Forum

I agree with everything here. While I have never had any skin irritations from the fumes of resin, if you're working in close quarters with it...

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06-17-2013, 10:40 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread "Help!" for: Papercraft or Pepakura in Noob Forum

Yeah, that's an error in the unfolding process by whomever did it. Rather than making the cut lines where they did, they should have separated the...

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06-17-2013, 10:34 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread UNSC Weapons By Justinian in Weapons and Props

Incredible job, as always. I only wish I could afford to purchase one of your guns. I'd love one of the M6Gs or one of the SOCOMs. I can't wait to...

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06-17-2013, 10:28 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Mass Effect Terminus Helmet/Armor Build (Pic Heavy) in Noob Forum

RAMMAN FTW!!! Just FYI, I was a He-Man nut when I was a kid. SFX, you're doing an incredible job so far. Everything looks very sharp. Keep it up!

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06-17-2013, 10:00 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread "Help!" for: Papercraft or Pepakura in Noob Forum

I think I know what you're talking about, but is there anyway you could post a screenshot of the problem area. Without seeing a picture, I can't be...

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06-17-2013, 09:34 AM

carpathiavh99 replied to a thread Halo reach Jorge-052 Helmet Build (First Pep, be gentle) in Noob Forum

As everyone else has said so far, excellent job, especially for your first helmet! Obviously, there are some areas that you need practice on, but...

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killer5233 - 05-28-2012 08:54 AM View Conversation

Love the helmet and I hope the rest of the armor turns out great. I just joined and im wondering how to get the armor files from, pepakura or what ever you used.... Any tips?
Dax79 - 05-19-2012 04:29 PM View Conversation

Hi, loving what your doing!
I've just joined and want to blog and share my work but are unabe to workout how!!
I notced you use the sit alot, any tips???

Dax79
Annart - 09-01-2011 10:41 PM View Conversation

Your build looks really great! And its the exact color scheme i want to use on mine as well (whenever i even get close to finishing, im still in the pepping phase D But keep up the good work
alpha1 - 08-27-2011 06:19 PM View Conversation

Hello, new to building costume. Wanting to build a halo master chief.
Where would I start? Anyone.
rigler - 08-23-2011 02:33 PM View Conversation

If you are how much are you considering to sell the armor for ?
precutODST - 08-18-2011 01:59 PM View Conversation

hi mac.

you've been ever so helpful with tips on my ODST helm. i'll ask advice a bit more in future instead of dropping feet first into hell(pun intended) you've shone light on what looks impossibru (internet meme)
kind regards
precutODST
surgewhip - 08-15-2011 07:44 PM View Conversation

hey dude. it was good running into a fellow 405th'er in chicago. best of luck with you future builds, hopefully we'll see ya around!
precutODST - 08-13-2011 09:48 AM View Conversation

ok thanksif i couldn't afford polyester resin, what's your decision on making a visor
precutODST - 08-08-2011 02:41 PM View Conversation

i'm making an ODST helm and i need help on teh visor. can you help?
Gamemaster - 08-01-2011 09:44 PM View Conversation

Thanks! And yes, I could commission a shotgun, PM me and we can talk price or send an email to halo.armorer@gmail.com

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Link4044 Assault Rifle Finished!

by Macattack64 on 07-19-2012 at 09:40 PM

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I actually finished this thing up pretty quick! Here are some pictures!

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Link4044 Assault Rifle kit!

by Macattack64 on 07-15-2012 at 10:49 PM

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I picked these up a few years ago in a trade! I've been working my butt off with it and been doing some electronic research and bought a few things. Here's where I'm at:

Electronics Demo:

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Suit Complete!

by Macattack64 on 07-11-2012 at 01:09 PM

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Boots glued and weathered!!

by Macattack64 on 07-10-2012 at 12:44 AM

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I finally got some more time and decided I'd glue my boots down into the boot shells.. Here's how it's come out. I also wanted to show the texture on the toe cap. Weathering got done tonight too!!! Soles will be put on tomorrow!

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Boots are almost done!!

by Macattack64 on 07-08-2012 at 01:03 AM

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I got the filler work done on the buckles!! I got the painting done a bit too!! There's a little bit of foam that will become the soles of the boots in the picture. That will be plasti-dipped!

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