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Hello fellow troopers! My name is Brett TB-48222, I hail from Norman, Oklahoma in the United States. This is my first post in forum and currently I am working on an Imperial Shock Trooper. I am currently a pathfinder with a ROTJ Biker Scout outfit and I'm finally making my way to this side of the Empire and am hopeful to getting to know all of you! I am still in the pre-approval stage, haven't submitted any photos yet as I do not have any ones of good quality, but will be making a pre-approval post here as soon as possible! Thank you for you all taking the time to read my post and again, I am looking forward to meeting you all! Pic is what I have so far, as you can see, far from finished and a work in progress.

so I trimmed up my left thigh by 1 inch from the top and it feels like it fits much better, I can now bend my knee to a 90 degree without pain. I'm also going to trim up my shins a little at the bottom so they fit on my boots better. looking at the thigh pieces they are really large on me. I'm going to shorten them down so they don't look so huge on me. *Edit so I have tried fitting the thighs shorter in circumference, and got the about the same size each, but the shape at the bottom doesn't look right I haven't cut anything yet but I don't know what to do here, they need to be smaller though thats for sure.

so of course nothing is actually strapped together yet, but again I'm still running into the same problem earlier, I can't get the shins on/off properly without undoing the tape. Yes you would have to remove the tape, once the fronts are glued and cover strip attached you can open the shins at the back enough to get your shin/foot in and out comfortably, the rear attach either hooks and elastic or velcro or even magnets How to stop them rotating

I attempted to fix this on the right thigh using a hot air gun, but it didn't do anything. (was really just too worried I would melt it) I would take it you put the parts in place when gluing, hence the need for clamps and magnets. It's pretty standard that pieces don't align fully, using magnets, clamps as well as tape, put downwards pressure on the armor while wrapping with tape tightly. Some have success with hot water bath, I use a heat gun but that's after A LOT of practice, you are right to be worried, it can go from pliable to molten mess in the blink of an eye. this morning I had just mask taped my suit together to see how well it would work. I think the only problem I had with getting it on was the right shin, I couldn't get it on without ripping the tape. Normally wrap around fist then tape up, helps with another pair of hands maybe wasn't the best idea to wear jeans and a jacket underneath. When sizing you should wear your undersuit, amazing how much room gets taken up by jeans and jacket, also correct boots Right off the bat... (PLEASE keep in mind this is just me pointing out whats Obviously wrong, so I can keep an eye out for it later) // shoulders should be closer to chest plate yes // chest plate, abdomen and thighs should be higher yes // shins should sit a little lower wait for correct boots A little stout for a stormtrooper. (this is before completely finishing trimming) A few builds from shorter troopers who have made some modifications https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/38416-crickets-rs-stunt-build-for-the-vertically-challenged/ https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/38842-fragarocks-rs-stunt-build-not-to-scale/ https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/42868-sha-shas-wtf-anh-stunt-build-complete/ two other questions I have. can you use white sealing caulk for the helmet/armor? Really up to your GML some may approve, personally I wouldn't (particularly on the mouth due to trimming too much, and the ears since they do look sloppy and I don't dare cut anymore) I would tape from the back and use ABS slurry/paste, apply thin coats, sand with various sizes until using ultrafine, then polish. Making ABS Paste by kman (Print PDF) Resize Armor with ABS Scaps & Paste by Harbinger (Print PDF) does anyone sell left ears? I just want a left ear. Be careful here, there is a BIG difference in shades of white between makers and their suppliers, drastic on some, almost cream compared to others, try to stick with the same maker.

Shockingly colorful paint scheme you've got there. Looking forward to your approval!

I've finished cutting all the excess from the main armor parts, and... almost none of the arm or legs parts fully line up with each other, the two halves for fore arms, biceps, thighs and calves for the most part don't line up. is this just everyone's experience? I attempted to fix this on the right thigh using a hot air gun, but it didn't do anything. (was really just too worried I would melt it) I would take it you put the parts in place when gluing, hence the need for clamps and magnets. this morning I had just mask taped my suit together to see how well it would work. I think the only problem I had with getting it on was the right shin, I couldn't get it on without ripping the tape. maybe wasn't the best idea to wear jeans and a jacket underneath. Right off the bat... (PLEASE keep in mind this is just me pointing out whats Obviously wrong, so I can keep an eye out for it later) // shoulders should be closer to chest plate // chest plate, abdomen and thighs should be higher // shins should sit a little lower A little stout for a stormtrooper. (this is before completely finishing trimming) two other questions I have. can you use white sealing caulk for the helmet/armor? (particularly on the mouth due to trimming too much, and the ears since they do look sloppy and I don't dare cut anymore) does anyone sell left ears? I just want a left ear.

For the last bit of new references Craig Smith did the 3D Model for KaminoanCustoms following Talon's concepts. You can check out his ArtStation for all his work ArtStation - Triton Sqaud Phase 3 Clone trooper Helmet - Force Unleashed

Thank you so much!! Nice to meet you!!

Those reference sheets are peak, Talon blessed us big time here

You want lexan shears. They're little scissors meant exactly for this task. https://www.amazon.com/Hobbypark-Trimming-Scissors-Bodyshell-Helicopter/dp/B088WVN6M5 Here's a set on amazon, though I haven't tried this exact set. They're all about the same. A set of these shears does about 1 TK kit exactly. You can also get them at a local hobby shop. Their real job is to trim the hollow plastic bodies of RC cars. So that sorta hobby shop, not a Hobby Lobby style place. Respirators - I never used one when building my TK. I use them in my daily job but never had any worries about TK building. About the worst fumes are from melting the ends of elastic straps. I use one of these to protect me from cancerous materials I use in my profession. I can wear glasses with it. I used to have a full face helmet when my eyes were better. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IF7RBS4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009POHLRC and these filters. https://www.amazon.com/C-S-Osborne-Durable-Setter-229-24/dp/B07CQWTB36 Snap tool. I swear by this simple thing. You hammer Tandy Line 24 snaps into elastic and nylon strapping with it. https://www.amazon.com/Tandy-Leather-Snaps-Nickel-1263-12/dp/B003ABSPT4 100 snaps is about enough for a TK kit.

It still amazes me that the CTD didn't want this back when I was discussing with them, so we decided to give support and an albeit possible temporary home. They weren't interested in spending any energy on it at all to my surprise. This may have changed now so Chris @themaninthesuitcase could certainly strike up a conversation with their current DL to see if that stance has changed.

It's been quite awhile! I'm still busy with my personal life so my project is still on hold but wanted to add a few references from Kaminoan Customs and Talon Illustrations. Honestly some of the best work I've seen. Inspired by the original concept art from the game by Steve Stamatiadis.