TrooperMike

Never mind...just saw the canon crl's. Much explained...

And I see you achieved EIB and Centurion...so I assume the decals are as good or better than paint.

Wow...just found Trooperbay. Lots of small items on there that should work wonderfully. Is it recommended to use decals such as Trooperbay has for the helmets or paint? Also looking at a set of TKboots. Seem to be the most accurate/comfortable. More to follow...

I tend to agree Lisa...in fact, I am watching ANH right now doing research!

Thanks Tim...I have not done so yet, but it is a great idea. Going there now...

Awesome Nicky...I will focus on the helmet more closely. Thanks again!

Thanks everyone. I am looking at partly doing it myself and partly letting the experts handle some of it. While I did not appreciate the way Snoopy Trooper responded, I get his point, along with others. My lack of knowledge is a clear detriment, and I am actively working on changing that by researching everything I can on this forum. I agree with Nicky, sometimes the search engine does not appear to work well, but others times it does! So I will keep on looking. Some things I have gathered since last night... -do to my size, I will need to shim. Even if I go with a TM set. 5'11" is on OK size but the weight is an issue. Does the shim material usually come with the kits? -I, in fact, do not look like Han Solo. -I have seen pictures of the various TKs on this forum, but could not find a specific list of where they differ. It looks like the helmets are a bit different...but my inexperienced eye could not tell. I am embarrassed to say I loved all of the Stormtroopers in all of the movies...none stood out as different to me. **cringes as the masses stone him** Please enlighten? Thank you again!

Thanks Joey...I will continue looking.

Wow. Thanks for the advice everyone. It appears I owe you all an apology. I did not intend to demean anyone's personal efforts in building their own armour, nor their reasons for Trooping in the first place. I certainly have no intention of buying my way into the 501st, nor do I intend to spend 5-10 K on a TK getup. I simply recognize my shortcomings as to hands on building and would prefer an 'expert' to provide quality representative armour. I thought about 2K would suffice. Nonetheless, I have heard the masses as it were and will look elsewhere for pieces and parts and try to do it myself. No local garrison near me at all by the way, so all efforts would have been through this forum. Ingrid, football player shape...a little extra padding in the middle, but not too much. I will take your advice to heart. Could be more fun anyway. I have to say Snoopy Trooper...a bit harsh no? The entire reason I was going to do this is for my son. Your judgement is unwarranted and off base. 'Most advanced, most accurate and best fitting' are simply means to an end...which is putting a smile on his face. I thought the mission of FISD was essentially 'troopers helping troopers' within the community of TKs? Do I violate that by wanting accurate armour?

Tell me about it. I would love a fully built one like Pablo or Erv (both of which are ROTJ I think). Nonetheless, they are awesome. I would guess a E-11 project like that would cost about $1000 alone...which is not out of the picture, but I should probalby focus on the armour first!

Fellow Troopers, Today is zero day of my new Storm Trooper project. My goal is to have the most advanced, most accurate and best fitting TK out there. Picture a 5'11" 220 Lbs. male, with Han Solo looks and Darth Vader wit. That is really close to me. Really close. I digress. This project has a timeline which I hope will end in September of 2013. Let's assume money is not an object, especially since this project is spread over ten months. I am looking for the best. Pre-built and prepped. Helm fully kitted with all the goodies (paint, electronics, speakers, etc.) Also, an extremely well made blaster. Everything. Think of a Trooper applying for EIB and Centurion. Questions I have: In your opinion, what is/are the best made TK's for my height/weight (5'11", 220 lbs, 24 in. thighs, size 36 jeans, 14 inch arms, 17 in. neck)? I am unsure of which to go with; ROTJ, ANH or ESB. Thoughts? In your opinion, what are the best internal mods to use for the helmet? In your opinion, what is/are the best made grade 'A' E-11 blasters, preferable modified with sound and light effects? Thank you! TrooperMike

Holy ****! That is awesome! I wish I had skills like that. Now I'm sad. Thanks a lot, Mike T. Charities Rule!

Hey man...everything I have researched points towards the RT-Mod for troopers on the larger/taller side. Plus he's an awesome guy to deal with! Good luck. Mike T. Charities Rule!

You mean there are even more sections on FISD than meets the eye? SaWEEEEET!!!!! Now I can spend even more time away from my family and job and life and really get serious about this. All I need now is a good excuse for the wife...hmmmmm. "Why are you always on that Star Wars website honey?"...."Well dear, I'm looking for a Halloween costume."...no thats lame..."I'm looking for one of those cool outfits Leia wears in ROTJ for you baby, you'll love it!"....no, she has more of a vader/maul/emperor type of personallity...I should just come clean..."I'm trying to get into this thing where full grown adults dress up in costumes like kids and spend WAY too much money doing so, and for the love of the Empire woman, can't you see this is for charity?!". Perfect. See you in the Titanium supporters section. Mike T. Charities Rule!

Can anyone tell me what the 'paid subscriptions' do? WhiteArmor.Net Donation - Bronze WhiteArmor.Net Donation - Silver WhiteArmor.Net Donation - Platinum WhiteArmor.Net Donation - Titanium I see these under 'my controls' on FISD. Are they strictly for web access fees or something like that or is there an online magazine, higher site access, stickers, t-shirts, visit to the zoo, plane tickets to Alderan, Meet TK-421, etc.? The word donation implies my favorite thing, which as you all know is Charity! I just want to know if I am missing something. Thanks, Mike T. Charities Rule!