Feliz Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 So I got bored and decided I need to add a full size Vader bust to my room. ??I started initially with a black series helmet and a cheap belt from Amazon and then, well, I got that "I'm not satisfied" devil on my shoulder and went a bit too far...made a NEW belt, etc. ??I need a proper chest box but I'm happy with the results!?? 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted February 14, 2020 Author Share Posted February 14, 2020 With black series - cheap belt and after w/ EFX and home made belt Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Alay Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 When you said bust I thought.... nevermind. ?? Nick that looks INCREDIBLE!?? The upgrades really make it pop! ?? Garrison Web Master | First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Leader Emeritus ANH Stunt Stormtrooper - Centurion | ESB Line Officer - Imperator |Dengar - Approved Heavy Weapon Trooper - Centurion| ESB Stormtrooper- Approved | Admiral Daala - Approved| Jodo Kast - Approved Link to comment
Feliz Posted February 14, 2020 Author Share Posted February 14, 2020 Haha! Sounds like a reply from Joe! Lol! Appreciate the compliment! I do need to get a better chest box someday though.?? Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Swiftcloud Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Most impressive! Obiwan has taught you well. ive been wanting to pick up a Black Series??Vader????Helmet for my collection. I like what you???ve done with yours! Link to comment
Feliz Posted February 15, 2020 Author Share Posted February 15, 2020 Thanks Jarred! I???m actually gunna be selling the Black Series helmet if you???re interested. I even painted the alternate colors properly on it as well. Hit me up! 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Wildcardz Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Looks great! Nick should do Vader. Half way there. ?? Andy Tam TI / CC / TD - 33333 PW / PH-33333: Professional Wrangler / Handler Link to comment
First0rder Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Looks Really good Nick!?? great job!!! ?? CTG??GML / GWL SpecOps -- TX19736 - Magma Trooper (WIP) WhiteArmor??-- TK19736 - TLJ FO Executioner (Basic Approval) BlizzardForce?? -- TS19736 - ESB SnowTrooper (Basic Approval) Link to comment
Feliz Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 Well, with all this time home now, I got bored and decided to build a new chest box from scratch. ??Started with a flat piece of 1/4 inch ABS, made a pattern and then cut and heated up to bend it to shape. I used two part putty epoxy to fill the spaces in the corners. It came out pretty good.?? Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 Then on the to rocker switch like buttons. Found a piece of leftover exterior molding and cut it into blocks, then shaped the switch. Sand and paint, and they came out OK! need to fill a bit more but that will be easy.?? Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 Then onto the two lights, which don't light up on the ANH version, which leaves it easier for me. Took some ABS, built up a few layers of it to the right thickness, then shaped and painted them. Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 (edited) Now I am working on the coin slots. I will get metal versions at some point but need something to do so I made some out of ABS. Here they are test fitted. I will paint them next silver / metallic. I ??need the rods on either side but need to source the metal versions, or find someone with a machine shop who will let me play with their lathe! Once I have those, I will finally paint the main box. Edited March 28, 2020 by Feliz 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted May 14, 2020 Author Share Posted May 14, 2020 So, I redid the belt. TONS of thanks to Michelle for the help with the main boxes! I guess I may have to turn this into a full build thread....thoughts? 2 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Alay Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Yay he's finally doing Vader! 1 Garrison Web Master | First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Leader Emeritus ANH Stunt Stormtrooper - Centurion | ESB Line Officer - Imperator |Dengar - Approved Heavy Weapon Trooper - Centurion| ESB Stormtrooper- Approved | Admiral Daala - Approved| Jodo Kast - Approved Link to comment
Feliz Posted June 19, 2020 Author Share Posted June 19, 2020 I got boots! Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted June 19, 2020 Author Share Posted June 19, 2020 And I made a cod piece Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Alay Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 Hey Nick, where'd you get the metal belt buckle? Garrison Web Master | First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Leader Emeritus ANH Stunt Stormtrooper - Centurion | ESB Line Officer - Imperator |Dengar - Approved Heavy Weapon Trooper - Centurion| ESB Stormtrooper- Approved | Admiral Daala - Approved| Jodo Kast - Approved Link to comment
Feliz Posted June 19, 2020 Author Share Posted June 19, 2020 3 hours ago, Alay said: Hey Nick, where'd you get the metal belt buckle? A vendor called Portumac. He's on Facebook:??https://www.facebook.com/portumac 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted August 8, 2020 Author Share Posted August 8, 2020 Started making my own undersuit...cause well... its way cheaper than buying one! In don't think I did that bad for a first try! 2 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
jimsprenkle Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 On 6/19/2020 at 9:56 AM, Feliz said: I got boots! I think they need to be dull for ANH vader TS commander 12614 TB-12614 I have a pet Wookiee too ROTJ vader C1-1OP owner Link to comment
Feliz Posted August 14, 2020 Author Share Posted August 14, 2020 On 8/10/2020 at 8:54 PM, jimsprenkle said: I think they need to be dull for ANH vader Possibly,??yes. I am sure I can get them polished up pretty good though if needed, They only need a medium gloss according to the CRL.?? Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted August 30, 2020 Author Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) Finished the pants! Cape and inner robe ??next. Edited August 30, 2020 by Feliz 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted October 18, 2020 Author Share Posted October 18, 2020 I think I am getting close! 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
Feliz Posted October 18, 2020 Author Share Posted October 18, 2020 1 Nick SL/TD/TX-686 Imperial Death Trooper, ANH Vader, and Sandtrooper (who wouldn't know a droid if it were sitting in a speeder right in front of his face) Link to comment
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