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OK here are the scratch built little "tube thinges" TMC

OK here is the modified blaster....Yes?...No? Thanks for the help TMC

I built the AM/FX and just finished the VT one. Here they are side by side...Big difference!

So here is the new helmet next to the FX....and the Resin blaster...D-Ring I can get..Counter? yes, no where can I get one if needed. Thanks for the help

TK4450 requesting access. http://www.501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=12730

Thanks Guys...I will get to work on the helmet.. TMC

Would like to get up to EIB and have a few questions... Will the AM kit with the new helmet work (ANH hero)? If I do need a new bucket (stunt) can the belt pass with 4 rivet attachments? My blaster came from eBay unknown mfg....will it pass not knowing that? Would like to know this info before I get started.. Thanks, TMC

I had better luck using the E6000 glue for most all the assm...I found it won't harm the ABS and can also be removed if you mess up...as I did (and you). I used the ABS cement on the helmet and reinforcement strips on the inside of the armor. Just my opinion. TMC

Does anyone know about these kits? Reputable seller? http://cgi.ebay.com/Stormtrooper-Armor-Helmet-Star-Wars-A-New-Hope-VT-501st_W0QQitemZ250724292070QQcategoryZ60361QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%26otn%3D10%26pmod%3D150522956964%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D5306554407722799862 TMC

On the forearm I used an elastic strap attached to the bicep with snaps. I put a small piece of black foam on the inside to keep it centered on my forearm. The snaps make it so I can slide it on then attach it to the bicep. It seems to hold in place very well. TMC

Just finished mine....Take your time and listen to what the guys on the forums say...They were all very helpful. The only hard part that I found was the helmet but I got through it. Though I am far from an expert you can ck out my build thread as I did build the same kit... http://forum.whitearmor.net/index.php?showtopic=13369 TMC

OK so here is the finished product....sound system is in, blaster holster attached, hovi mic tips, and finished the details. I'm feeling good about my first armor build....I am now known as TK4450... TMC

Yes being a thin guy I had to do lots of trimming and sanding...Already trimmed the belt, will raise the boxes up. The helmet is large but the pictures do make it look worse than it is...I can move in it. A new helmet is next on my list but I do want to finish this one first...any suggestions on which on to get? Thanks for all the help and advise TMC

Here is the first fitting so far....need to add some more details and a little more tweaking... TMC

Thanks Panda...I know I messed up the tube stripes, new ones are on the way. Will fix the belt...Thanks for all the help (your build threads) you are the best... TMC

The interior and exterior of the helmet. I used the guts of a baseball batting helmet...no just waiting to get the electronics and I can finish it up. TMC

AB buttons painted with a mix of 5 min epoxy with tamiya acrlic paint for color. When it dries the paint is almost indestructible. TMC

The bottom of the armor...it is assembled with snaps on the side and Velcro for the tops and bottom, all with elastic for movement. The belt was made by my girlfriend by sewing together 4 layers of white canvas. TMC

Here is how I attached the thighs. A back support belt with elastic straps snapped to the belt and velcroed to the armor TMC

The Shins and Thighs...E6000 and rare earth magnets. Seeing that I am a thin guy, 136lb wet it took alot of heat and trimming to fit me. TMC

Your the BEST!! Thanks

The start of the Chest and Back...

Seeing as things are going well I am moving this to "Armor Builds" And if someone can move the whole thread please do... Thanks TMC

And the assembly of the shoulder bells and biceps: Snaps and elastic straps to hold them together, cloth for the tops...now on to the chest...BTW great info here many helpful assembly tips and as you can see Ive used them alot...thanks. TMC

And moving to the shoulder bells and biceps: and the forearm: Love the magnets...Thanks 501st forums! TMC