Halloween 2008

balonywolf · 10-29-2008, 10:41 PM

There doesn't seem to be one definitive thread, so I thought I'd get one started, mainly for those who want to post anecdotes or pictures. To get the ball rolling, here are some shots of the crown jewel of my costume. The blue is darker than it looks in the photos, but the flash really shows off the metallic paint.

*GTAHVIT* · 10-29-2008, 11:19 PM

current or former pilot, nfo, crewman or rigger?

stovt001 · 10-30-2008, 02:12 AM

Nice job. I'm going as Three Hole Punch Jim this year. Bonus points if you know the reference.

balonywolf · 10-30-2008, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtahvit

current or former pilot, nfo, crewman or rigger?

Actually, none of those. I've been slowly collecting gear for the last three years, 'cause Top Gun is my favorite movie, and I finally got the helmet yesterday to complete the costume this year. Anytime I see other people go as Maverick, they only ever have the flight suit, and maybe some generic patches, but never the same patches he had in the movie or any of the other gear. I've got every last bit of gear and equipment, and my patches and helmet are all 100% screen accurate.

But that's always the best compliment, when someone asks if I'm a pilot, or they just assume I am. Last year, I ran into another guy wearing a flight suit, but I could tell there was something different about this guy, because he had a pretty impressive assortment of patches, and not just ones that all said "Navy" or "Top Gun." Turns out he was a real pilot back in the '80's, and he was totally blown away by the fact that I had taken the time to research the equipment (much of which is no longer in use) and track it all down. I could really tell it brought back a lot of memories for him, seeing all that stuff, and that meant more to me than anything else.

*GTAHVIT* · 10-30-2008, 10:39 AM

Well done!

That's quite a task. For those that know how a flight suit is supposed to be worn it's easy to spot those that dont.

Kudos to you.

have you been able to get a survival vest?

lalometalik · 10-30-2008, 11:18 AM

skimpy tight outfits on the opposite sex = success! (borat voice)

as for me, i wont be dressing up this year. just not into it right now.

balonywolf · 10-30-2008, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtahvit

Well done!

That's quite a task. For those that know how a flight suit is supposed to be worn it's easy to spot those that dont.

Kudos to you.

have you been able to get a survival vest?

Thanks. I got the vest with all the equipment in it - dye marker, distilled water, fishing net, shark repellent, first aid kit, etc. You name it, I've got it. When I got it on eBay, the guy shipped it with the life preserver attached. It was really a great find.

Here's a complete list of what I've got:

CWU-27/P Flight suit w/ screen accurate patches
CSU-13 B/P Anti-g pants
MA-2 Torso Harness
SV-2B Survival Vest (full of equipment)
LPU-23 B/P Life preserver
HGU-33/P Flight Helmet
MBU-12/P Oxygen mask (green)
Dog Tags
Ray Ban Aviators

This is from last year before I got the helmet, oxygen mask, and torso harness:

*The_Blur* · 10-30-2008, 11:53 AM

I got a Superman tee to wear under a suit. That's right. I'm going as Clark Kent.

lalometalik · 10-30-2008, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Blur

I got a Superman tee to wear under a suit. That's right. I'm going as Clark Kent.

what, you dont look good in tights?

jk

*The_Blur* · 10-30-2008, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lalometalik

what, you dont look good in tights?

jk

I look good in 3,000 posts, though!

Actually, I've never tried tights. I'm not graceful enough to be a dancer.

lalometalik · 10-30-2008, 04:12 PM

i just found out they have Sarah Palin masks

i just may dress up afterall...

*GTAHVIT* · 10-30-2008, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by balonywolf

Thanks. I got the vest with all the equipment in it - dye marker, distilled water, fishing net, shark repellent, first aid kit, etc. You name it, I've got it. When I got it on eBay, the guy shipped it with the life preserver attached. It was really a great find.

Here's a complete list of what I've got:

CWU-27/P Flight suit w/ screen accurate patches
CSU-13 B/P Anti-g pants
MA-2 Torso Harness
SV-2B Survival Vest (full of equipment)
LPU-23 B/P Life preserver
HGU-33/P Flight Helmet
MBU-12/P Oxygen mask (green)
Dog Tags
Ray Ban Aviators

This is from last year before I got the helmet, oxygen mask, and torso harness:

Well done! Thats amazing!

patriotpa · 10-30-2008, 05:48 PM

I'm dressing as a homicidal maniac.....

....we look just like everyone else.

1_2Many · 10-30-2008, 05:55 PM

My wife and I were "Supersonic Electronic" last weekend. I made our costumes. We won the costume contest for the 3rd year.

10-29-2008, 10:41 PM	#1
balonywolf Drives: 1996 Jeep Cherokee Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 368	Halloween 2008 There doesn't seem to be one definitive thread, so I thought I'd get one started, mainly for those who want to post anecdotes or pictures. To get the ball rolling, here are some shots of the crown jewel of my costume. The blue is darker than it looks in the photos, but the flash really shows off the metallic paint. Attached Images __________________ HAIL REDSKINS!

10-29-2008, 11:19 PM	#2
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,441 View My Garage	current or former pilot, nfo, crewman or rigger? __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

10-30-2008, 02:12 AM	#3
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	Nice job. I'm going as Three Hole Punch Jim this year. Bonus points if you know the reference. __________________ "It's kind of fun to do the impossible" - Walt Disney There's a great big beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day There's a great big beautiful tomorrow Just a dream away

10-30-2008, 10:39 AM	#5
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,441 View My Garage	Well done! That's quite a task. For those that know how a flight suit is supposed to be worn it's easy to spot those that dont. Kudos to you. have you been able to get a survival vest? __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

10-30-2008, 11:18 AM	#6
lalometalik killer bAnana Drives: 1985 z28 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carson, CA Posts: 694	skimpy tight outfits on the opposite sex = success! (borat voice) as for me, i wont be dressing up this year. just not into it right now. __________________ "Shut your noise tube, Taco Human!"

10-30-2008, 11:53 AM	#8
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	I got a Superman tee to wear under a suit. That's right. I'm going as Clark Kent. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

10-30-2008, 04:12 PM	#11
lalometalik killer bAnana Drives: 1985 z28 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carson, CA Posts: 694	i just found out they have Sarah Palin masks i just may dress up afterall... __________________ "Shut your noise tube, Taco Human!"

10-30-2008, 05:48 PM	#13
patriotpa Account Suspended Drives: 02 Silverado, 09 Vue, 10 1SS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Tired of apologizing when we should be kickin' butt! Posts: 1,962 View My Garage	I'm dressing as a homicidal maniac..... ....we look just like everyone else.

10-30-2008, 05:55 PM	#14
1_2Many Drives: 2008 Suzuki SX4 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 785 View My Garage	My wife and I were "Supersonic Electronic" last weekend. I made our costumes. We won the costume contest for the 3rd year. Attached Images

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