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You were too fast, ABS paste is better being applied with thinner coats, reason! the thicker the applied paste the more air bubbles can form inside during the curing process. Bit late now though, see how you go you can always add a thinner coat later.

Hi my friends! It's been a while since I posted an update. Ive been super busy with finals and performances, however, I managed to get a pretty good amount done. Firstly, to hold me over until I purchase a metal one, I printed out a functional holster for the thigh armor, here it is: I made some ABS slurry using the scraps I had, and Klean Strip acetone. I began putting it on the shoulders and abdomen seams: I cracked the Yolk when I was trimming the excess, so I started to patch it. I have begun sanding these pieces, however, I learned a valuable lesson. I figured it would be good to slap it on, quite thick, as it would build up nicely. This was however not the best way of doing things, I should have done multiple thin layers. I found that having it on thick would result in it heating up and becoming gummy as I would sand. Not a huge deal, but it would require me to stop, and then start again. I also noticed there being quite a few bubbles in the slurry when I did it this way. So, if you're doing this, learn from my mistakes. Next, and this was for some reason a big worry of mine, I began on cutting out the forearms. Before: And after: Once this was done, I cut out the recesses in the chest and biceps: I then added the gaff tape to the back: Feeling pretty good about my progress thus far. I also began glueing the limbs together, so I will post that when I post updates on the seams. If I could have some guidance on the shoulder/chest rigging, I would greatly appreciate it. I have found that even after the 2-3 times I have slid the unit over my head, I am already developing cracks. I have since reinforced those areas with ABS and some slurry though. Thanks for looking!

Firstly congratulations trooper and welcome to the ranks You should be fine for higher levels with your ears, note the CRL mentions "ideally" and that's for L3 Centurion but even then I've seen straighter approved: OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Ideally, placement of ears (and screws) should closely follow the rear angle of the trap above them Personally I'd say your screws are a little large and too close to the end of the brackets, comparison below. Would also pay to check your measurements and the gap between the end caps and control panel. Ultimately it's up to our @Deployment Officer Team who should chime in soon

If you look at those before you at their profile you will see they have not been upgraded as yet. A.J. has not been online to process these requests as yet, he will be along in due course, please stand by. Also note those wanting access for merchandise, both current runs don't end until the end of May so there is plenty of time

Just make sure you are not too tall, mobility cuts can work for those with shorter legs, but with long legs it can show A LOT of black area. If it's a case of you want more leg bending, most can't bend legs fully.

I have some on mine, if you are worried pop some masking tape on and draw your proposed cut line on and get an armourer to sign off on it. So long as you follow reference you shouldn’t have any issues.

Hello I just got approved as TK 91213. I’m already diving into the EIB level but before I take pictures I had a few questions. First is regarding the helmet. In mine I have the ears facing at a slightly downward angle from the top trapezoids. I was following the pinned guidance of this post: Here is mine: And here are some movie references. I was wondering if my ears will be approvable. I did my best to match the movies but realized most peoples ears are more “straight” Second question is if my black flat screws are too large or if I drilled holes too close to the end. They are 5mm wide (ignore the Velcro for now that’s just to keep armor from scratching while I fit the TD) Hoping my first TK can make it to EIB levels and maybe Centurion down the road

That looks absolutely incredible!

Hi Chris, Yes mobility cuts will pass approval providing...Any mobility cuts on back of piece do not go past raised ridges for level 3.

Quite simply I was wondering if there is any way that mobility cuts (on leg armour) would pass a UKG CRL approval? I’m aware that the actors/pops/wardrobe did in fact cut their armour and this features in ANH (Death Star Hangar).

Mision 10 04/05/2024 - ( MAD ) TIENDA LEGO PARQUESUR

Just wondering if access was granted to those that recently put in a request? I’m still not able to get into the member only forums.

Troop 17 and 18: Saskatoon Fan Expo supporting Make-A-Wish. May 4 and 5, 2024. This is my first anniversary troop! A lot has happened in the last year with more troops than I ever thought I could get to in a year. A year ago at this expo I was terrified to get into that costume and troop around in public. Even standing in the photobooth was intimidating. Now I regularly wear it for 3+ hours in a stretch, walk around in crowds without a handler and generally am reminded by officers that, "I'm not at my post." (which isn't true, I'm always where I should be when I said I would be). I can actually see quite well wearing the bucket even with my bad left eye. I could stand to have the bucket a bit lower, but my glasses don't fit as well if I drop it too much. I did have a kid hugging my leg at this expo who I couldn't see at all. We made a proposal to the Expo organizers about what we could do for them and they loved it! When it was all over they said we were a highlight of the weekend. They gave us a large space on the main drag of the vendor area plus a separate change area. We spent most of the day before setting up plus the two full expo days plus the tear-down the evening of the last day. It was an exhausting three days however we had fun and did deliver everything we said we would do. This photobooth shift was a lot of fun. Not only could I interact with the Jawas and their sticky fingers I could also interact with the people getting their photos by warning them to watch their wallets and purses. It was also the shift slot where I received a major burn from a 11 year old kid who told me my pose was just, "Basic." :-( The three of us ran with that line the rest of the time in the booth time slot trying to see who could come up with the best insults. This guy came around our booth a couple different times. He was very interested in the costumes and the clubs. I made a point of going to his booth for a photo and to further encourage him to join. Our local numbers are still small so we are always in recruit mode. I really like this photo that @wook1138 shot. @GilesWoodward is the other TK. @GilesWoodward and I spent some droid hunting time together at this expo. He's usually pretty busy in command but this time we had some shifts we could both troop together. We shook down the citizens looking for those droids and issuing warnings about repercussions for having possession of stolen droids. Yeah, we took some lip from a few people who thought they were Jedis but we quickly suppressed that kind of nonsense. Needless to say we had a blast in the droid hunt and I think it is safe to say we will be out together again doing more of the same. Finally, after many years, I got a photo of my friend and I. He was another inspiration in getting me to join up. He's been in the 501st for maybe 5 years now but hasn't trooped much. I convinced him to come out for the expo. He's also a droid builder. That is his R2 unit. Here is it troopers! It's proof of our abilities! We started to experiment with a nerf shooting gallery as another revenue stream for the charity. We called it, "Pew Pew Trooper Training". If I was on a patrol shift I would swing by now and again to challenge cocky citizens to a head-to-head battle. The player would get 8 darts and have to make 6 shots for a raffle ticket. In most battles I gave them the two darts THAT I DIDN'T NEED so they could have a better chance of hitting all the buckets. Yes, a crack shot stormtrooper. Many bruised egos and comments from people behind such as, "So there is a stormtrooper that can actually hit the target." Well duh. That was a lot of fun. I made sure everyone in our clubs knew about it too! haha We don't usually do a buckets off photo so when they decided we should I had to quickly un-screw my head, which is a performance in itself, but I got it off in time for the photo. We're missing four people here that couldn't be around for day 2. It's about 3/4rds of our Saskatchewan crew that came out for the expo. So much fun with this group! There is a bit of dry spell for troops again now. Likely not going to have more until June unless something pops up suddenly. Bart

Welcome to the FISD Luke! You're in the right place for all things Stormtroopers! (often called TK/TKs on here!) You have a fun journey ahead of you! Does the family member also want to get a costume?

If you can request material, the Siraya Tech 80/20 mixture of Fast ABS-like (80) and Tenacious (20) is outstanding. Things printed that way are not brittle and will take accidental floor impact. That's how my R1 Nico bucket is printed.

OHHH thank you so much. Really appreciate the help. I would otherly clueless on how to do this.

After multiple attempts to print, build and finish the helmet myself on my CR-10 and Elegloo Neptune 3, I've commissioned a resin version from a recommendation made by @TheRascalKing, so we'll see how that turns out. I'm looking to order soft goods still. I've reached out to @Soulart with Geeky Pink's Phantastic Gaskets as Teresa aways does amazing work. So I be working with her for at least the under suit. I did just buy a "new to me" Elegloo Saturn 4k, so I'm looking forward to being able to print some smaller parts in resin once I figure out how the resin printer works vs my FDM printers.

All of us purchase an armor kit from one of the armor producers on our vetted armor or list (linked below), and then trim, glue, and fit it to our bodies. That is, except people who 3D print armor. https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/11538-the-various-types-of-armor-and-where-to-find-them-updated-2023/ Be sure to also check out that resource thread that Glen previously linked to, and keep asking questions! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yes I was hoping to start off basic but I gotta ask now before I get to into it. Is it possible to make a suit using pieces that I can buy and then customize into a perfect fitting suit or does it have be all from scratch?

Thank you very much I appreciate it.

Can I get access please. https://www.501st.com/members/searchresults.php?searchfield=34092&criteria=tkid

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