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I just got a bunch of space marines and wanted to do something interesting with them. They are still rough and need a little more work but i want to know what people think of them.

I like the idea behind the reposes, but the modeling work itself seriously detracts from any visual interest gained.

With the exception of the backpack on the 2x H.Bolter marine and the left bicep of the biker, every single sculpted section has far too much bulk. The key with resculpting bits is to start thin, so that detail can be added in successive layers. If you start with a core the same size or larger than the original bit's thickness, you'll never be able to keep things in scale.

Looking at the arm of the assault marine and all of the resculpted limbs of the reloading ML marine, you should also be wary of the dreaded "noodle limb" (also called "spaghetti arms," but we've got a leg to contend with, here, as well ). Humans and power armor alike are constructed of rigid sections of a determinate length connected by flexible joints - giving too much general curve or ignoring normal proportions gives limbs an incredibly unnatural and awkward appearance.

Personally, I'd chalk these up to experience, cut away what I'd done, and try again, this time focusing on maintaining proportions (both by starting thin and working up to the proper thickness and by paying special attention to the length of limb segments and the position of joints). Mold lines and sprue attachment nub removal would also do these a world of good. At the very least, they've served as a learning exercise. Sculpting is tricky and the only way we get better is practice.

There are some really good ideas there I especially like the marine loading his Missile launcher.

With the greenstuff work I think you need a bit more practice. It can be fiddly especially when you start using it.
Try making pin holes with a pinvise and then using wire armatures (fuse wire is probably the cheapest stuff for this) to get the pose and proportions right first.
Once you have it as you want add a little GS at a time as it is easier to add than take away.

I just started some conversion work, ive done a little before but almost nothing with greenstuff. These guys were mainly experience and i agree with you guys, they are bulky and i need more practice with greenstuff, thanks for your comments

Don't be disheartened you have some really good ideas there.

I agree, while rough the ideas are quite nice. Keep at it and you'll be able to achieve those ideas nicely.

Very good ideas, I like your creativity. Looking forward to seeing them fully painted up!