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Question about External Heat Shields...

Posted: Mon May 26, 2014 3:20 pm
by demon59
Hi, all!

Was wondering if External Heat Shields are a necessary option for using Fuel Scoop to refuel?
Will my ship go boom without them, or will I simply need strip to my boxers to deal with elevated cockpit temps? :D

Re: Question about External Heat Shields...

Posted: Mon May 26, 2014 3:23 pm
by Smivs
Yes they are pretty essential. It is possible to sun-skim without them but you are likely to get your iron-ass burned! :twisted:

Re: Question about External Heat Shields...

Posted: Mon May 26, 2014 3:41 pm
by demon59
Thanks, Smivs.

New Commander on a tight budget, so didn't want to spring for unnecessary kit.

Re: Question about External Heat Shields...

Posted: Mon May 26, 2014 3:58 pm
by Cody
If you're looking to refuel without docking at main stations, seek out rock hermits - their fuel is expensive, but they usually offer 'stones and metal at very good prices. On occasion, they pay top-dollar for narcotics and/or furs - and there is often some interesting action to be found in their vicinity.

Re: Question about External Heat Shields...

Posted: Mon May 26, 2014 4:32 pm
by Thargoid
Or even [EliteWiki] Fuel Stations if you don't want to dock with anything and still refuel.