CaptainCunning's Captain Build

[CaptainCunning]

I've still got a while before I buy my armour because I'm still working on finishing my ROTK build, but I've started collecting parts for my upcoming Captain build. So far I'm waiting on my Orca Bays (Havana from Katherine Partis) and my M56 pouch, and I'm hoping that I'll be able to have my armour ordered by February or March. As I'm in Canada (rural Saskatchewan), I'd love to know where other Canadians are getting the paint for their builds. I'm looking forward to starting on this, and I already can't wait to get my first parts in the mail. I hope to keep this updated regularly, but we'll see how that goes.

 

[BikerScout007]

1 hour ago, CaptainCunning said:

I've still got a while before I buy my armour because I'm still working on finishing my ROTK build, but I've started collecting parts for my upcoming Captain build. So far I'm waiting on my Orca Bays (Havana from Katherine Partis) and my M56 pouch, and I'm hoping that I'll be able to have my armour ordered by February or March. As I'm in Canada (rural Saskatchewan), I'd love to know where other Canadians are getting the paint for their builds. I'm looking forward to starting on this, and I already can't wait to get my first parts in the mail. I hope to keep this updated regularly, but we'll see how that goes.

 

Some of this topic was addressed in this post:

Hopefully the info is still current!

[CaptainCunning]

20 minutes ago, BikerScout007 said:

Some of this topic was addressed in this post:

Hopefully the info is still current!

I was actually just browsing this thread and getting the names/codes of all the paints listed. I'll ask around at a couple of hardware and paint stores near me to see if they're able to mix what I can't find already made. Thanks for the info!

[BikerScout007]

11 minutes ago, CaptainCunning said:

I was actually just browsing this thread and getting the names/codes of all the paints listed. I'll ask around at a couple of hardware and paint stores near me to see if they're able to mix what I can't find already made. Thanks for the info!

Later on down in that thread they discuss getting the paints in Canada!

[CaptainCunning]

The Orca Bays, a set of shoulder bell supports from Mr. Paul, and the pouch have shipped. Hopefully they'll get here by the end of the month or the beginning of January. I'm starting to consider what route I'd like to go with my armour; browsing the build threads it seems like a lot of folks are opting for 3D printed armour and, while I like how precise the 3D prints can be, I'm way out of my depth when it comes to printing (let alone assembling) the printed armour. It also doesn't help that I don't have a 3D printer 😅

I've seen some folks recommend ABS armour kits, but I understand that ABS isn't always the best medium for capturing super sharp edges, ridges, etc. Last year I received a Rogue One TK kit from Jimmiroquai and I've been thrilled with its quality. I was wondering what the consensus is regarding Jimmi's shoretrooper kit and whether it would be worth it to invest in.

Thanks in advance for any advice and insight!

[CaptainCunning]

I've received my Orca Bays, M56 pouch, and a helmet from Jimmiroquai! Pictures of my progress will be incoming shortly. Due to a hiccup, the person that the shoulder bell supports were shipped to seems to have thrown them away. I'll order two new pairs (one for my ROTK and one for this build) and some accessories from Mr. Paul in a couple of weeks, that way I can have everything bundled together in a package that won't be easily lost or tossed in the trash😅.

Before I begin working on my helmet, I'd love to know if anyone who's worked on a Jimmiroquai helmet has drilled out any vents, recesses, etc. for improved airflow, or if I should just leave it as-is.

Thanks in advance!

[Minimo]

Good Stuff! which area are you planning to drill out? 

[CaptainCunning]

8 minutes ago, Minimo said:

Good Stuff! which area are you planning to drill out? 

If I were to do any drilling, it would be the twelve vertical recesses on the back of the helmet. I would probably back them with some sort of breathable black fabric, but I'm not sure if that would be worthwhile given that I might need to periodically replace the fabric if it gets dirty or worn through.

[Minimo]

I gotcha. The CRL does say “closed” for those vents. My recommendation would be to leave as is to avoid any confusion through the approval process.

That being said, there are vendors that have those vents open and peeps back it, as you suggested.

[CaptainCunning]

19 minutes ago, Minimo said:

I gotcha. The CRL does say “closed” for those vents. My recommendation would be to leave as is to avoid any confusion through the approval process.

That being said, there are vendors that have those vents open and peeps back it, as you suggested.

Thanks for the advice! I'll spring for a helmet fan kit and experiment with how to place the fans to ensure good airflow - I know that Ukswrath's kits come pretty highly recommended, so I'll look into budgeting for one of those.

[KOtrooper]

Thanks for the advice! I'll spring for a helmet fan kit and experiment with how to place the fans to ensure good airflow - I know that Ukswrath's kits come pretty highly recommended, so I'll look into budgeting for one of those.

Check out Henry's helmet fans too.

I made my own fans (not that difficult). I have one near my eyes blowing over the lens. One near my mouth acting as an exhaust. Works pretty well.

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[Minimo]

To follow up on making your own as Melody suggests. Here is a link, it’s pretty simple and will save a nice chunk of change…