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MUCH better, and the thigh placement looks better as well. Should make it easier to move, and will get rid of that "clicking" sound I assume you have when you walk.

You will need to request TK status, here: https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/16-501st-trooper-status-requests-include-link-to-your-501st-profile-in-your-request/ ... then you will be able to create a thread here: https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/forum/19-request-expert-infantryman-status/

Need more small clamps Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Can’t we just go straight to centurion? Wrap it up, it’s perfect. Nice job. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Impressive. You’ll be trooping in no time.

Thanks so much, guys!! I hope you've all had a great weekend. I just posted my Pre-Approval Request thread! It'll be a short little wait until I can get my TKID, but then after that I'll be starting towards L2 and L3! I'll be sure to report back here after my first troop next week, too. :-D

So I received my kit and let it sit in the box. Made up an excuse that I wouldn't touch it until my other 2 costumes were approved. Well, that finally happened. Here goes: Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

Hi everybody! First/last name: Brendan May Future Garrison/Squad: Canadian Garrison, Vindicator Squad Armour maker: Authentic Props Helmet maker: Authentic Props Cloth belt maker: Authentic Props Neck seal maker: Geeky Pink Gaskets Boot maker: Imperial Boots Blaster maker: Quest Design Canada Electronics: Ukswrath's Hearing Assist and Hovi-Tip Mics, Aker amp w/iComm, Henry's Helmet Fans Height: 5'10" Weight: 195lbs TK type: ANH Stunt Troopers who significantly helped with my build: Bud Spaklur, gmrhodes13, justjoseph63, wook1138, CableGuy, ABS80, Frank75139, TheSwede, Scimitar, and Dan (TK2759), my IRL TK consultant! Thanks also to everyone who chimed in for support and encouragement along the way. :-D Front view: Back view: Left side: Right side: Ab plate close-up: Helmet close-up: Helmet interior: Interior strapping: Thermal detonator: Latex handguards: Action shot: Bucket-less shot: Thanks for your time, everyone!!

Name: Lou Meszaros Height: 6'1" Weight: 185 Armor: AM Helmet AM 4.5 Blaster: Praetorian Boots: TK boots Canvas Belt: Tkittell Hand Plates: Justjoseph63 Electronics: UKswrath Neck Seal: Darman Holster: Darman Build Thread: Front Back left Right Right Detail Left Detail Abdomen Details Action Shot Cod and Butt plate attachment Interior strapping Helmet Front Helmet Right Helmet Left: Helmet Rear Bottom Ear Screws Hovi Tip Details Lens Color S-Trim Blaster Right Blaster Left Blaster D-Ring Neck Seal Thermal Detonator Holster Attachment Thank you for your time and consideration

I also ordered my boots from Crowprops. They arrived today, so that was more incentive to get started. The smell of leather was beautifully intoxicating! When I ordered them, he suggested going with the EUR size inside my current tennis shoe label. I did, and they fit perfectly. They are a little stiff around my ankles, but I'm sure they'll soften up over time. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

I have no doubt it will. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Should be an interesting build to watch. Good luck. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thank you!!! I have researched this kit a LOT, but i'm still a little nervous! Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

Awesome nothing better than BBB's, good luck with the build

Wow, such a good build thread, I look very much forward to seeing the finished product. Great work trooper

The printed sight block looks nice and sharp. Well done on the installation. I remember first cutting into the main tube to create the dovetail space, wondering if I had gone too far in trying to capture the look of the real sterling. It’s great to see this is now pretty much standard procedure for the doopy builds. It certainly adds that extra element of realism. Keep up the great work!

Sure thing. I will try and post a step by step process.

Good point, Eric! A tall baby-food jar works great.

Just don't use a Ball branded mason jar as the lid's rubber seal will melt from the acetone fumes, fall into your paste, and give it a nice tinge of orange. lol

Thank you for the guidance and information, Joseph. I will probably start this process in the coming weeks.

Hint: Cut the ABS scraps into really tiny pieces, and purchase full strength acetone from Lowe's or Home Depot. Add it a little at a time until you get the right consistency (think toothpaste). Also, be sure to do it in a GLASS jar with a lid. When making a large amount, be patient and mix frequently, as it sometimes takes a while for the acetone to dissolve the scraps. Keep the lid on while waiting, or it will solidify quickly.

Looks good to me!

Looking great! Easy basic pass. As mentioned above, I'd pull the belt up so it's right under the ab buttons. Otherwise, I'm sure there's like some minor tweaks for EIB/Centurion (which you're obviously aiming for- good luck!), but nothing specific is jumping out at me at the moment. Nice job on the interior of your helmet. I like the design and the black (gotta go black on the inside- you can get away with lighter tinted lenses and people still can't see your eyes with camera flashes, etc. Plus it looks cool).

Mine is trimmed super skinny!

UPDATE! These are now in PDF formats! Also, TLJ Captain Phasma has been updated per the semi-recent update to the CRL. If anyone has any issues with viewing, or notices a mistake, please contact me and let me know! I'm happy to help and want to make sure this is as accurate as possible per the current CRLs.

@Cricket Here is the issue I PM'ed you about

I dont think so. But Joseph and the staff are really awesome dealing with these. If there is something missing you will know asap. But from what I know, you should be good to go. It's a busy month for the staff, so it may take some time Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

Nice work mate, as others have said can’t see much that would hold you up for basic, great work. The wait is going to suck, it will give you some time to study EI and centurion requirements, if you get through those have a read of the 501st troopers survival guide.Will be anxiety awaiting your approval news, good luck

Great job, Brendan! Easy pass. I can't lie, waiting for that TK ID is going to be painful. I applied at this exact same time of the year - but I didn't realize the elections would delay the review. I was checking for updates almost hourly for about two weeks.

Can never have enough clamps, magnets, tape when building and I’ve double the amount of magnets since this photo

Looking sharp, Lou! One of us will be with you shortly, brother.

Bad news/good news,, Brendan. The bad news is that you will have to wait a bit... as you may be aware basic approvals are on hold until after the elections. The good news is that you should have no problems getting there, and that TK number will be yours before you know it! As we used to say in the service it's a case of "hurry up and wait". There are a few minor issues to go over if when you get ready to apply for EI and then Centurion but nothing major by any means, and I know you have some mad skills so I have every confidence in you! Great job, sir!

Go go go for basic approval!!

Looks like someone is aiming for the higher approval levels. Belt could be a tad higher (top should almost touch the bottom button on the ab panel) and you may want to rotate your shoulders so the front (vs. back or ideally both) has less black showing between the chest and bells. But really, I see nothing holding you up for basic approval, good luck and see you at Centurion.

Good luck Trooper! You've got this!

This area is perfectly fine to remove if needed

Here's what I'm thinking of doing, and then taking 1" off the Cod as I am only 5'5"

Lol thanks but I confirmed. I am slowly learning.

Nice, always double check the distance between your holster straps too, if different the straps will look angled

Nice work trooper, you may be missing a few images, just check this PDF Guide Good Luck wit approval

Holster time. Copied and pasted from Bud's build: "The holes are 15mm from the bottom edge of the belt, 120mm apart, 20 mm from the ammo belt plastic piece."

One thigh now drying. Other needed a minor repair thanks to me working while tired and I trimmed the wrong side so the ABS paste is setting before a final sand. It's going to be fine. Line 20 snaps are done for the belt. Only had to move one by about 1/8". I think it sits at a good height.

Thank you for the input, Jordan. I have been kicking the idea around to get a set of AM.

One of the most important things to remember is that it needs to fit you. Forearms are always fun. Just make sure it fits and that the cover strips are universal size, and matches all around your armor. For Instance: Front Portion of Armor is 18mm (Forearms and Biceps) The rear is 22mm (Forearms and Biceps) This size should be close to your lower half as well when you get to it. Hope that makes sense. As long as it all looks the same in the front or back. Just be consistent.

To avoid the turn-around time from DoopyDoo's you can also get their full resin kit from me. I always have some in stock (only opened for an inventory check, so I guarantee no missing parts). This would make even more sense, in case you want to use the opportunity and grab a Completion Set, optionally with finished scope rail and/or Hengstler counter. Hm, sounds like an advertisement, but I just wanted you to know your blaster options. And resin is not that bad for trooping, most TKs I know are using resin blasters.