Crye kneepads pants modification

Conker · September 30th, 2009, 03:04

Hi ASC,

I've just bought two 5.11 pants and LAPolice Gear pants for less that 15$/each shipped, and I was thinking of modding them to add Crye Combat Kneepads:

I've seen the OPS Direct Action Pants but they're fucking expensive (125$ and up) while doing this mod would sum at ~50$/each pant.

Doing the mod makes more sense to me, and would also practice my skills at it since it's been quite a long time since I worked on modifying my own equipement. I still got a quite good sewing machine. Before I start working on this, is there anything I should know, has anyone ever done that kind of mod, or knows somewhere to get tips to help perform it?

Thanks for you help,
Conker

TokyoSeven · September 30th, 2009, 03:28

I converted a pair of pants to accept knee pads like that.
Essentially I ended up buying two pairs of pants, one the actual size that I needed and the other one was just for extra material.

If you have not already, get a look at how Crye have their pants set up and go from there.

Conker · September 30th, 2009, 13:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by TokyoSeven

I converted a pair of pants to accept knee pads like that.

Do you have pics of the work you've done that could help me start in the good direction? Or just general tips...

Quote:

Originally Posted by TokyoSeven

If you have not already, get a look at how Crye have their pants set up and go from there.

I've had a look at pictures, and it's somehow helpful, but I haven't got any on hand, be it genuine or replica. But before going further, I'll wait to receive the pants I intend to mod... they should be here before the end of the week.

TokyoSeven · September 30th, 2009, 13:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Conker

Do you have pics of the work you've done that could help me start in the good direction? Or just general tips...

I wish I could offer some help. Unfortunately I had very little to do with the physical creation process. I know a tailor whose wife is a seamstress and all I did was show her my crye pants, asked her if it was possible and what she would need. 2 days, 25 dollars and a bottle of wine as a thank you gift later they were done.

Conker · October 26th, 2009, 22:01

Just to revive this thread... yey it's Haloween, isn't it zombie time?

Well, tonight as usual I didn't really had my mind set on studying, so I decided to try my hand at this modification. It's nearly done, and looking good! I documented all my steps, and I'm taking pictures at the same time.

I'll post the full howto quite soon!

I hope that'll help someone.

Conker · October 27th, 2009, 01:39

Sorry for the shitty pics, I didn't have anyone to take them. I forgot to take one before starting everything... But from the store, here's what they looked like:

More details to follow. Show your interest, if no one's interested I won't put that much time in details, lol.

For now, a short legend for the pics
1- The pants before the mod, with the pads. The withey thing is the duck tape "recreation" of the shape for placement on the pants.
2- Placements on both sleeves
3- Cuts on one sleeve
4- Front view of the prefinal pants
5- Side view of the prefinal pants

I still have some details to setup, but most is done. I'll try to get some action, or at least outdoor pics as soon as I can.

Enjoy!

theguy · October 27th, 2009, 01:46

Looks great! I'm thinking about trying something similar myself

Kokanee · October 27th, 2009, 01:48

Pretty spiffy! Nice job.

KND · October 27th, 2009, 02:02

Could you excuse me asking you where did you get those pants from for 15 $ shipped ? I'm looking for a few as well for playing in sandbox. Thanks.

Conker · October 27th, 2009, 02:06

In the blowout section of LAPolice Gear (They came to ~15$ shipped as I ordered a bunch of things, but it still shouldn't be expensive at all

)

mcguyver · October 27th, 2009, 02:45

If you can, relax the stitching around the pads. In other words, reduce the volume of the cavity the pads sit in and bunch up the material a bit. It will look a little looser, but when you bend the knee, the material and stitching won't be strained, and it will last a long time. From your standing pic, it looks like the material is a bit tight.

All the Crye pants I've ever had are done this way, as well as my Skillers work pants and the knees are still good even though the rest of the rest of the pants will be worn out.

Assault Pioneer · October 27th, 2009, 02:50

I have Direct action pants, they have their own special pockets, you cant fit the the pads for direct action into others.

I modded some tiger stipe pants to take the Tan pads, I now have a perfect John Connor T4 halloween suit, goddamn everything he wore in that movie was custom made, the stuff that wasnt was atleast $350

other stuff here: http://img193.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=p1011798k.jpg

Ninja_En_Short · November 2nd, 2009, 18:22

Sorry but the pants in T4 aren't custom made, they were actually made by OPS :

http://www.ur-tactical.com/unlimitsh...roducts_id=256

Fudoshin77 · August 27th, 2010, 00:48

I like this idea. Looks great guys!

doc_pathfinders · August 27th, 2010, 04:48

i know from my own pair that you should really make sure of the corner stitching, make sure nothing will pop and cause everything else to unravel..

otherwise that is a great mod!

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September 30th, 2009, 03:04	#1
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	Crye kneepads pants modification Hi ASC, I've just bought two 5.11 pants and LAPolice Gear pants for less that 15$/each shipped, and I was thinking of modding them to add Crye Combat Kneepads: I've seen the OPS Direct Action Pants but they're fucking expensive (125$ and up) while doing this mod would sum at ~50$/each pant. Doing the mod makes more sense to me, and would also practice my skills at it since it's been quite a long time since I worked on modifying my own equipement. I still got a quite good sewing machine. Before I start working on this, is there anything I should know, has anyone ever done that kind of mod, or knows somewhere to get tips to help perform it? Thanks for you help, Conker __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc Last edited by Conker; September 30th, 2009 at 03:06..

September 30th, 2009, 03:28	#2
TokyoSeven Red Wine & Adderall Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Saskatoon, SK	I converted a pair of pants to accept knee pads like that. Essentially I ended up buying two pairs of pants, one the actual size that I needed and the other one was just for extra material. If you have not already, get a look at how Crye have their pants set up and go from there. __________________ "Its only a little bit on fire"

October 26th, 2009, 22:01	#5
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	Just to revive this thread... yey it's Haloween, isn't it zombie time? Well, tonight as usual I didn't really had my mind set on studying, so I decided to try my hand at this modification. It's nearly done, and looking good! I documented all my steps, and I'm taking pictures at the same time. I'll post the full howto quite soon! I hope that'll help someone. __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

October 27th, 2009, 01:48	#8
Kokanee Ministry of Peace Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2002	Pretty spiffy! Nice job.

October 27th, 2009, 02:02	#9
KND * AV revoked * Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Downtown Montreal	Could you excuse me asking you where did you get those pants from for 15 $ shipped ? I'm looking for a few as well for playing in sandbox. Thanks. __________________

October 27th, 2009, 02:06	#10
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	In the blowout section of LAPolice Gear (They came to ~15$ shipped as I ordered a bunch of things, but it still shouldn't be expensive at all ) __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

October 27th, 2009, 02:45	#11
mcguyver Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Northern Alberta	If you can, relax the stitching around the pads. In other words, reduce the volume of the cavity the pads sit in and bunch up the material a bit. It will look a little looser, but when you bend the knee, the material and stitching won't be strained, and it will last a long time. From your standing pic, it looks like the material is a bit tight. All the Crye pants I've ever had are done this way, as well as my Skillers work pants and the knees are still good even though the rest of the rest of the pants will be worn out. __________________ Age verifier Northern Alberta Democracy is two wolves and a sheep discussing what's for dinner. Freedom is the wolves limping away while the sheep reloads. Never confuse freedom with democracy.

November 2nd, 2009, 18:22	#13
Ninja_En_Short Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: France, Canada (Montréal)	Sorry but the pants in T4 aren't custom made, they were actually made by OPS : http://www.ur-tactical.com/unlimitsh...roducts_id=256 __________________ Tous les jours nous nous endormons plus instruits mais pas forcément moins bêtes... I can do a CTRL+ATL+DEL on your gun ! Gun doc in Montreal on AEG, GBB, GBBR and Bolt rifle (gaz and spring) Heavy custom builder (including painting)

August 27th, 2010, 00:48	#14
Fudoshin77 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oshawa, Ontario	I like this idea. Looks great guys! __________________ Primary: VFC SR16E3 IWS 10.5", Secondary: KWC Taurus PT99, Melee: Gi Joe Nerf Katana "Say hello to my little friend" - Scarface

August 27th, 2010, 04:48	#15
doc_pathfinders Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cyprus	i know from my own pair that you should really make sure of the corner stitching, make sure nothing will pop and cause everything else to unravel.. otherwise that is a great mod! __________________ "History teaches that all conquerors who have allowed their subject races to carry arms have prepared their own downfall by doing so." -- Adolph Hitler, April 11 1942. Adolph hitler supports gun control.. Do you? Sic Semper Tyrannis.

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