Hello,
So ive been wanting to build my own proton pack for several years now, but never could find the time and cash to put one together, this year will be different, my motivation and deadline is Halloween this year so im getting a jump start on it. Ive been reading through some of the posts and getting information ect, but i have a few questions. I read that someone created a fantastic fiberglass shell within the last few years, which makes this a whole lot easier ! How does one go about getting one of these shells ? and what have you all spent building your proton pack, im not looking to go “exact replica” persay but lights sounds ect. thanks for your feedback in advance !
I would say your best bet if you’re lookin to get a fiberglass shell is to check out the For Sale section and see if anyone is currently offering one. Take a bit of time and just read through some of the threads and chances are you’ll find the answer you need. There’s also a Wanted section where you can post a thread listing what you’re in the market for and see if anyone contacts you with a product that way.
I can tell you right now that each person’s proton pack cost a different amount to make from the next one. It just all comes down to where things are bought and how much you buy as opposed to how much you make so it’s hard to pin down an actual price tag. If I had to guess, I’d say the average proton pack cost between 300 and 600 dollars during it’s construction.
For electronics, I highly recommend Proptronix. Check out his thread in the For Sale section. Great guy, great electronics, powers all of the packs in the DFW Ghostbusters. But as always, shop around and find whats right for you. Hope this was in some way helpful.
Alkaline and Exoray are you best bets for fiberglass shells. John’s (Alkaline) shell costs $250, but I believe that his pack run is done until late summer. I have one of his shells and it’s really nice. As a novice at pack building myself, I have to give you a heads up that while it is an awesome experience, it is going to take A TON of work and dedication on your part to get it done. You will need a large array of tools and supplies (many of which I had to go out and buy cold turkey) as well as a lot of patience and play money as packs, especially with lights and sound, get expensive quickly. In the end though, you will have something to be very proud of. Welcome and good luck!