# My first pack. A Karnivorous Creations kit. **URL:** \ **Category:** Proton Packs\ **Created:** [February 2, 2015, 2:56am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706 "2015-02-02T02:56:03Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 13\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [February 2, 2015, 2:56am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/1 "2015-02-02T02:56:03Z")
I’ve wanted a [proton pack](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/proton-pack) my whole life. Now I’m 29, happily married to a beautiful woman who not only enjoys but encourages my nerditude, and I’ve been given a great deal on a pack, so here I am. At the moment, there’s a holdup at Karnivorous due to a [bumper](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/proton-pack/bumper) setback, so only my gun kit has arrived. I’m a little intimidated by all the parts, but I’ve been reassured a tutorial will soon be made. Alas, I give to you my first steps. ---
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2015, 2:33am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/2 "2015-02-03T02:33:22Z")
I got more in tonight! ---
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2015, 2:35am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/3 "2015-02-03T02:35:24Z")
Remaining pieces until complete: [Bumper](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/proton-pack/bumper) + bellows (on the way) Bits to finish [ion arm](https://www.gbfans.com/shop/aluminum-welded-ion-arm) Larger hoses Gels [Ribbon cable](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/proton-pack/ribbon-cable) Electronics (thinking heavyprops?) Alice frame ---
**Author:** ![Lewis\_Tully](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/lewis_tully/32/5930_2.png) [@Lewis\_Tully](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Lewis_Tully)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 1:57am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/4 "2015-02-04T01:57:28Z")
The shell and parts look pretty good, but I am not at all familiar with the seller. Are they members here? ---
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 2:03am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/5 "2015-02-04T02:03:55Z")
Apparently only minimally. I would suggest checking out Karnivorous Creations on facebook. ---
**Author:** ![Azevedo](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/azevedo/32/6384_2.png) [@Azevedo](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Azevedo)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 3:55am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/6 "2015-02-04T03:55:42Z")
What is the seller’s name? Never heard of them either. Might want to pick some stuff up if the price is right. ---
**Author:** ![aj-quick](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/aj-quick/32/187072_2.png) [@aj-quick](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/aj-quick)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 3:59am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/7 "2015-02-04T03:59:25Z")
> [@Lewis Tully](#): > > The shell and parts look pretty good, but I am not at all familiar with the seller. Are they members here? > **[mikenelson1982 - GBFans.com](http://www.gbfans.com/fans/mikenelson1982)** > > mikenelson1982's fan profile on GBFans.com. ---
**Author:** ![Lewis\_Tully](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/lewis_tully/32/5930_2.png) [@Lewis\_Tully](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Lewis_Tully)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 4:06am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/8 "2015-02-04T04:06:03Z")
So they are considered legit? Cool! I did find them on FB, and they have a “For Sale” page there. Like I said, that’s a sharp looking shell. I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with it! ---
**Author:** ![Ejgunth87](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/e/c77e96/32.png) [@Ejgunth87](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Ejgunth87)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 7:39am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/9 "2015-02-04T07:39:04Z")
I’ve seen a few of his newer shells in person, and it is beautiful. I used his previous version for my GB1 hero, and plan to use this shell for my GB2 super hero build. Definitelty a good choice in shells. ---
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 12:37pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/10 "2015-02-04T12:37:45Z")
The entire buying process was really painless. He kept in great contact, and the parts arrived just when he said they would. I’m very happy with the pack so far. It weighs in right now at about 17.5lbs. I’m at a bit of a standstill though. Because I’m waiting on the [bumper](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/proton-pack/bumper), I want to wait to paint so that things aren’t uneven. I still don’t have some major parts and am wondering who on here I would be able to buy from, or if I should find parts out in the wild. Electronics and most likely gels I will have to get from here, V hook also. ---
**Author:** ![pyhasanon](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/p/fbc32d/32.png) [@pyhasanon](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/pyhasanon)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2015, 4:22pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/11 "2015-02-04T16:22:15Z")
I’ve talked with him before, he’s a nice guy and has a pretty big shop too… He even sells nut and bolt bundles for like $25… ---
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2015, 4:44am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/12 "2015-06-06T04:44:41Z")
Update! My gun kit is assembled (and pretty!) ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/a/b/abbce1240a0688fd89ab3fcaecb658c09bd70316.jpeg) I got all the larger pieces attached to the shell earlier today ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/6/5/65e258ea87d055a1e2eee873cc26bfdb8f86940f.jpeg) ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/5/b/5bd50c2dadddb32ac6f6a63d5a73395bf4dbbe86.jpeg) Then I disassembled and painted everything ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/9/4/94d4cbf23668b5dbb134da214876aa782cd1ea76.jpeg) It is now reassembled and looking beautiful! ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/2/a/2a7139546b3f0ee7560eea742a378816b2b9d9f8.jpeg) ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/5/4/542e855e19cbec62bfabb19c410a346f16762380.jpeg) ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/c/6/c6232479421ab2838c54b4170606679f33e7b0ed.jpeg) ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/5/3/53b5c4b1c800e3af7dd8d9da57ba38e3ae087cb5.jpeg) I do need some assistance. I’m planning on using washers for the shock mount. What size washers should I use? I have [splitless loom](https://www.gbfans.com/shop/34-splitless-wire-loom) hose coming from the gbfans shop and will be getting [ribbon cable](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/proton-pack/ribbon-cable) from there soon (using gb2). I may print my own labels. My intent is to get a heavyprops electronics setup, but I need to save a little. Onward! ---
**Author:** ![raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/raktageno/32/112802_2.png) [@raktageno](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/raktageno)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2015, 4:31pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-first-pack-a-karnivorous-creations-kit/27706/13 "2015-06-06T16:31:33Z")
Did a little research and got the sizes for the shock mount. I think it looks good. ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/8/8/885a6118e4a94f55f8fa8c97a86870e98aaea552.jpeg) ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/e/4/e4fee0d54a4b6f91b740554eddef7ce5d08502fb.jpeg)