Ord Mantell's PP2 Build

[Ord Mantell]

Getting started. This is a test fitting using my Clothears ESB suit on a new mannequin (with some quick photoshopped colors) and ESB armor, belt, etc for a temp feel for how the manny might work. The goal is the Kenner promo suit in all its crazy glory. A tribute to Mario Maala who painted the suit I remember the most from my childhood.

 

[ShortFuse]

Looks skinny enough.

 

[Brokk]

Looks good so far, I dig that blue. Need to lighten mine

 

[Ord Mantell]

Looks good so far, I dig that blue. Need to lighten mine

Your suit looks great. This is just a photoshop mockup. Getting dyes to behave the same is another story. But your build inspired this one, and is definitely the PP2 bible. I don't think I'll have much to add to what you've already done.

These are probably the only found parts I'll have on this build:

 

[Brokk]

Your suit looks great. This is just a photoshop mockup. Getting dyes to behave the same is another story. But your build inspired this one, and is definitely the PP2 bible. I don't think I'll have much to add to what you've already done.

These are probably the only found parts I'll have on this build, along with a US Army half shelter, not pictured:
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It brings me joy to read my thread inspired you. Ya taming the dye process was a chore. Out of everything, the jumpsuit is likely going to be the most time consuming part, and the most frustrating, in terms of dying it.

I've been wanting to try playing around with adding a light grey into some test fabric to see if it gets the dull look

Also, if you need a flamer, I maybe able to help you out on the telescoping rod assembly/wire & coupling tip/mock electrode

 

[Ord Mantell]

I have two helmets to use on this build. Not sure which one. I love them both. Both are MDF helmets (#16 & #19) and were done by TDH members FamousFett & rubio95.

 

[Krewkid82]

I have two helmets to use on this build. Not sure which one. I love them both. Both are MDF helmets (#16 & #19) and were done by TDH members FamousFett & rubio95.

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No offense to the other artist but I dig the colors on the 1st one!

 

[BudaFett]

I'd have to go with rubio95

 

[KaanE]

Famous would be my choice.

 

[RafalFett]

I would settle with the original...

 

[Ord Mantell]

I would settle with the original...

I found out the original PP2 helmet resides a mere 7 miles from my house. So maybe some day...

 

[AlphaCloneFett]

left looks a bit more accurate, according to my memory lol

 

[ShortFuse]

Like I said on BFB, you should use both and just switch them out every quarter.

 

[KaanE]

Sounds like a plan.

I found out the original PP2 helmet resides a mere 7 miles from my house. So maybe some day...

 

[Ord Mantell]

Glove patches turned out to be more complicated than I expected (what was I thinking). Vintage vietnam era 'woodland subdued' is required for proper results. They cannot be synthetic fabric or iron-on. I also believe the two are a mix of different edging types: merrowed as well as hemmed.

 

[Ord Mantell]

It appears for PP2, two quick release valves are probably necessary. One for the jetpack and one for the rear of the left gauntlet where the gas line enters:

 

[Keegan]

That's right. Good work! There's also a bunch more inside the pack but you don't need them. They are too pricey! :/

It appears for PP2, two quick release valves are probably necessary. One for the jetpack and one for the rear of the left gauntlet where the gas line enters:

 

[Ord Mantell]

That's right. Good work! There's also a bunch more inside the pack but you don't need them. They are too pricey! :/

Thank you for that confirmation! Much appreciated. Too bad I figured it out after I already bought only one quick release.

 

[BudaFett]

Something more complicated than you expected it to be? Nah…

 

[RamSkirata]

Following this one ! Ord Mantell your ESB build is so awesome... Im looking forward to you tackeling the PP2.
Brokk I already massively enjoyed your build so far, its gonna be interesting watch the 2 further on.

Ord Mantell
I'd also gravitate towards the left helmet. No objective reasonst, but it "feels" more on point when I have the old marketing photos in mind.