For New Builders: “How Much Does A Pack Cost?”

Equipment Proton Packs
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I made a video to answer the common question of how much it costs to have a somewhat accurate proton pack. I hope this will be helpful to new builders just joining the hobby.

The video features price comparisons of parts in the GBfans shop as well as a couple aluminum sellers in the For Sale thread, CPU64 and EJGUNTH87. I just picked them because they seem to be actively producing parts and they were on page 1 of the thread.

It’s a long, detailed video that shows not only part prices, but also where they are on the pack. I also compared aluminum vs resin costs, and GB1 vs GB2 part prices.

If I misspoke at any point I apologize in advance. Many of you are way more knowledgeable than I am, but I wanted to be helpful from what I’ve come to understand. I’m open to correction in this thread if y’all catch something wrong.

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I should also be noted that a 3d printed pack will take roughly 5kg of filament which will cost around $100+ depending on filament for all 3d printed parts. Good video!

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Thanks for adding that. I’ve got no experience using or buying 3D printed parts as that wasn’t as common when I was working on my build. It’s good to have that to compare.

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Dude, that is an impressively extensive video! It’s funny but I’m glad I DIDN’T see this before I started spending cash on this awesome hobby. I don’t want to know what I’ve spent, ha! But seriously this is and will be super helpful so thank you.

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Thanks for the kind words. Being helpful is my goal.

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Agreed. Its good that someone put out a resource like this to help people starting their pack building.

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I made a video comparing my pack to the Spirit Halloween Deluxe Proton Pack. You don’t have to break the bank to have a decent pack. I go through the major differences and mention the modifications that are possible, however I’ve never researched them since I have no plans to modify mine.

My son was playing Fortnite in the next room, so forgive the noise pollution.