Griffin-X

Here's my finished FX bucket. I should have some pics in the whole costume soon. Let me know what you guys think? Thanks!

Looks great man! I love the way you had these pics done and your armor looks nice and shiny. I'm working on mine now and have done several "test" fittings. The only comment I have is try to make the parts come together better - like with less gaps. It's really present in your knees and legs. I know this is not always easy but how it's strapped plays a big part in it. Great job though!

Busy weekend! Here are some update pics for your viewing. I will be adding the reflective lenses today (if they arrive)! Please let me know what you think! Painted TD, mic tips: Drilling out the frown: Painted Ears: Painted frown: Added frown mesh & mic tips: Ready for lenses:

I appreciate the feedback, please keep it coming! So far: 1. I removed the decals from the bucket and removed the aerators. I replaced and painted those black w/silver screens. 2. Painted the TD and fixed it up a bit. This kit had a multi-colored version with Mylar tape. 3. Cut out the frown. This was easier than I thought it would be, but it's only cutout so far! 4. Fixed a ton of the Velcro crap that the previous owner placed on here. It has/had copius amounts of ABS glue that left it a mess. I'm replacing where I can and plan to update to a button snap system for certain parts. 5. Fixed the thigh leg armor; mostly this was just in how they hung from the belly and back part. I made a belt and have them hanging from the belt now. That prevents "sag" and keeps them in place better. 6. Removed the crap suspender straps and replaced with real Y suspenders. This was a cool tip I picked up on this forum. I'm planning to mod this tomorrow. 7. Paint frown and add mesh; should be done tomorrow. 8. Add reflective lenses; should be here Monday.

Update: I received my TX armor from a friend (got a good deal). Based on some feedback, it's an FX kit. The armor was pre-worn and most of the velcro was old, or had bad glue spots all over, mostly in the leg areas. I spent most of the day working on just getting it together then figuring out some mods for it. I love this stuff. The helmet is the 1st major thing I will tackle; new lens and frown coming this weekend. I've already reworked the TD and trashed the Mylar tape, fixed the seams, painted shiny black, etc. Let the mods and fun begin!

Thanks, I appreciate the reply and post.

Okay, thanks for the feedback guys. I am going ahead with mirrored lenses and found a great topic and link. I will be doing the frown in silver w/some black window mesh. Everything else will be gloss black. Armor should arrive tomorrow, YEAH! For the blaster - is a resin E-11 okay, or does it need modification? THANKS again!

Thanks Blackhole, that's what I needed.

So it looks like I got an FX set from my friend. The armor looks good and is complete. I think this set is from 2007. Question: The FX bucket looks big, but fits good. Aside from changing the lenses, fixing the frown and mesh, and then removing decals, is this bucket 501st approvable? I'm considering an eFx bucket. What would need to be done to it for 501st approval? My goal is to get 501st approved, then begin working towards specialist. Thanks for the help guys. G

Thanks for your reply and suggestion. I just got this one and knew a few things would need some adjustments. I actually have some screen mesh from a few backup window screens. Yep, got em at good ol HD! Yours looks nice btw and thanks for the tips!

I have added a few pics of my E-11 blaster. It is a resin cast that I picked up and refinished. It had been "Horribly" done by someone who should not have even tried. I need to remove the trigger, but other than that, she's done.

THANK YOU! I appreciate the feedback. I am working on the armor pics and they will be coming soon.

Great info since I am working on mine too. My TD is all black and attaches to the belt.

My 2 cents: I would hit it with a Krylon gray primer (2 coats), then a Krylon flat or semi-gloss black. The Krylon indoor/outdoor works really good and I use it for all my blasters. Just make sure to let the paint cure/dry for at least 24 hours between color changes. If it's tacky or sticky, let it dry some more. Hope this helps.

Hey everyone, I'm a long time Star Wars fan, but new to the TX costume. I've been exposed to the Shadow Trooper for a few years via figures, comics, etc and have checked out the forum and work you all have done. It's really awesome and a great resource. Anyways, I am purchasing an AM kit from a friend. It will require some mods and tweaks to get it up to par and fit me. I will be posting pics to this topic and hope you guys can help guide me. Thanks in advance! This is the bucket. Right away I will be replacing the lenses with darker material. I do not plan to go silver at this time.

Wow, you look awesome! Great costume and build thread!

CONGRATS, looks great!

EDIT: This is someone's custom set of figures, but still cool -iz