TKLee

Hey guys, So I'm looking to start my ESB helmet build soon. I don't know why but am i right to say the trapezoids were left Admiral grey when the ANH lids were used? I know the frown is black but is the grey still the same?? Thankyou

So I found a set of Trooper armor that I had forgotten about after moving house 3 years ago. It's a mix up of ABS, Fiberglass and god know what else but it was not in a good state and cracked discoloured etc. I was going to buy new ABS leg armor as FG is a pain in the an impolite person to work with, but I decided to use it and just heat and shape it to the mannequin. Found a pair of white chelsea boots on eBay, brand new for £11 posted and bought new but unused pauldron for £25. Just hands and gloves left now. Got another helmet and decided to do a sandy. I know the ab plate, and knee piece are not accurate but I can't moan. It's nice when something is saved from being thrown away sometimes. Paintjob isn't the best but for a budget build I'm happy.

So I've finished this. I wanted to go the Endor weathered style as it's what I remember fondly when I saw it in 1983. After some advice from Joe, I opened up the eyes which looks better. Ears....bloody he'll....Ears!!! Had a job getting these right . Thanks to Paul for those and the lenses. All in £100 for a CFO Jedi Stormie and I'm so happy. ESB next!!

Update. Spent a lot of time filling cracks etc. I need some ears them it's done. I'll actually be weathering this thanks for looking. Lee

Please excuse me if this has been asked before, but are there templates available for the foam leaf and straps inside the helmet? Looking to fit some into mine. thanks Lee

Current progress pic:

I was browsing Ebay the other week and saw that Joe R was selling a damaged styrene pull from the ROTJ helmets that he and CFO done. This one was used by his kids and had seen better days - it looks like it was one of the drums at the end of ROTJ. Always loved the Joe R / CFO helmet so I decided to buy it, with the idea of it being my first ever repair job / rebuild. Ive filled all holes, cracks etc sanded and primed the helmet. Ive dropped a major doodoo on a certain part but thankfully ive rectified it. Stay tuned for a beginners attempt at rebuilding this lovely helmet.

232073609639<br><br> Check out this lid guys, is it a known recast? If so, from what?

Guys, There is a guy selling complete undersuits, neck seals and gloves on Ebay UK for £65 plus postage. Is this a good seller? Seems to have sold a few and im looking to buy all three parts for my build. Any help or advice is appreciated. Lee

Just wanted to see if anyone has actually used rivets alone to assemble a set of armor? I have a set of Fiberglass armour and id like to turn it into a display piece only. Its taking a lot to get it to line up correctly with Velcro and glue - and also, can I also heat up the fiberglass to mould it to a better fit? Cheers Lee

Guys, im going to replace insert real screws into the scope front to make it look that little bit more authentic. Id just like to ask if someone can tell me the colour of the original screws? Are they brass or silver? Ive already started preparing for this and am going to cheat a little by just drilling into the resin enough to allow me to insert a screw head with a tiny amount of thread so that i dont need to drill all the way in. Cheers Lee

Guys, Ive got a fibreglass Stormtrooper helmet that has yellowed quite badly. What is the best way to repainr this? It was a present from my wife for our engagement in 2007 so its sentimental to me Thanks Lee

Oh well, it was too good to be true. Ive got one very upset 8 year old lad here. We were going to build this together and set it up at his party at months end - but its not going to happen as seller hasn't responded to emails, ebay resolution or anything. Ive even tried calling him with hie ebay registered number. What annoys me even more is that he is still selling under the username Atlantic highway (it must be him because its In the same town ) and each set is listed as VCM...( Ebay account I bought it from was Vipercustommoulding) so it isn't rocket science. Im not in the position to spend too much on a suit at present so this was just going to be a display piece really, but another dream shatted I suppose. I think I feel more sorry for my little lad. He has been telling all of his mates he is getting a lifesize trooper to.. So please don't roast me - I just wanted to treat him and seeing as though he has sold loads I thought it was good.

Hi guys,<br> Im almost there on my real Sterling conversion but am looking for some help with the counter numbers. Id like the number 270475 ( my birthday ) but im having trouble locating someone to do correct ones with the four white and two yellow digits. <br> Im willing to pay if someone can help.<br> Thanks<br> Lee

Hey guys,<br><br> So ive got my scope rail on its way soon. I have the scope and counter ready but only the scope has screw holes. Whats the best way to fix a counter to the bracket on the side of my rail? If i need to screw it, whats the best screws to use?<br><br> Thanks<br><br> Lee

All,<br><br> Where is the best place to get power cylinders? Not the real metal, resin or 3d prints would be good. Looked on SW but £8 to ship UK??<br><br> Lee

Guys,<br><br> Does anyone have a template i can use for cutting my sterling mag down to the correct size?<br><br> Thanks<br><br> Lee

Hi chaps,<br><br> Not a member of the 501st etc so dont troop, but Stormtroopers are my favorite character and its something ive always dreamed of.<br><br> Good news is that i have a Sterling started to strip the wrinkle finish paint but i do intend on leaving some of the harder to remove layers. I want it to look used and i think that will add to the overall effect,i just dont get on with the clean and tidy look.<br><br> Lee

Hi bud,<br><br> Im in Luton <br><br> Im not looking to troop in it,i just want a lifesize trooper for display. Its something i always dreamed of back in the day and its gonna happen. Regarding the helmet, i already have that ready and i think the FX lids are hideous

Hey guys, So after a long break ive decided to get back into making my lifesize Trooper dream a reality. Im hopefully going to get a real de-activated sterling MK4 L2A3, and ive been offered one for £240 - however, that price only stands if I can buy all 3 so I might have to bite the bullet (no pun intended) Basically id like to know how much work is there in attaching all the extras - counter, scope,rail etc as I don't want to butcher the damn thing. Im ok with a drill, and cutting but id like to know how much is involved. Also,has anyone ever used resin parts on real sterling to make it that little more financially viable?? Cheers Lee

Ive seen this new armor pop up and its now under £160. I never thought id see the day. Ok, its fiberglass and not accurate but surely a good start for someone looking to build a budget TK for display. I know you accuracy nuts wont be giddy over it, but from what I know it isn't a recast either.

Guys, I tried printing these at work but couldnt get the scale right.My home printer is on the blink at the moment,so would someone be prepared to print these and post them to me.Obviously ill pay for time,postage etc .Im in the UK so if someone can help me it would help.Im dying to get this started. Lee

Hi guys, just getting around to finally building an ESB E-11,but im unsure on a few things. Firstly,which plans are the best for this? and secondly,seeing as im UK based which diameter pipe is best to use? I work for Jewson so it wont be a problem if anyone could email me the plans i would really appreciate it.Its a little project im doing with my 5 year old son,and he is looking forward to sitting around questioning me! Email is: lee274@hotmail.co.uk thanks guys Lee

http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/stormtrooper_supplies/?_trksid=p4340.l2559 Guys, Noticed this seller on Ebay UK,going by the name of Stormtrooper-Supplies.He has sold some damn cheap suits recently,and im looking to get into a TK project soon. Whats the score here-good armor for the price?I know the helmet is crap. Lee

Cheers Steve.Im looking forward to getting it to complete this helmet Thanks for the compliments guys.Its nice to receive such words This was my first custom helmet ever,and im really proud of it.Total cost was £65($125??) Lee