Solcar23
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Just looked it up, my first Centurion build was #52 in 2012 and now my second is #268. It's crazy that we've added added 216 Centurions in the last 4 years! Keep up the good work friends!
Just as an aside, my first EIB in 2012 was #247 and my 2016 EIB is #625. 378 new EIB's in 4 years. Just so awesome!
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Looks perfect. What fixed it?
Just some really tight, fresh heavy duty elastic. It might separate a little if I twist or reach across but it sits nice now when in a relaxed pose.
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That's awesome! Thanks a lot Sly! That really makes my night! I'm so very proud to be a member of this detachment! Thanks again!
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It's been almost a month. Any idea how much longer it'll take to review my submission?
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Took some new pics, they're as close as I can get em. Considering it's not a requirement, how much longer do you think it'll take to get reviewed?
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I just read your comment Sly about reversing the white nylon straps! I bet if I do that and lose the return edge it might just do the trick!
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Also I had some issues posting from my phone which resulted in multiple posts, how do we delete those?
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Well the bottom of the bells are obviously sticking out half an inch in your pics.
Personally if youre just that broad shouldered and everything else is perfect I hope it won't prevent centurion.
I'd get rid of any return edge on the bottom of the bells. Armour should sit flat against other parts.
Got it! Like I said, it bugs me too, I've always taken an enormous amount of pride in my builds and values of the Centurion status (otherwise I wouldn't have submitted again with my new armor). It was an issue I couldn't resolve and since it's not technically a requirement I just thought I'd submit when I felt the needed details were in order. Not trying to skimp or cheat at all on details. I want it perfect too!
I'll get on it asap and resubmit! Thanks again for the help my brother!
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Looks good! What glue did you use for the white nylon straps holding the internal snaps? Might copy the idea with E-6000.
Good luck!
I just used E 6000. Good luck!
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I don't understand. Which elastic is so tight? Biceps elastic should be loose. Top attachment just needs to be shorter by half an inch each. Safety pin it shorter and put it in. Does that fix it?
Do your shoulder bells have a return edge on the bottom holding it out a quarter inch?
Actually...if you swap the white double snapped nylon from left to right that moves the snap an inch...do they line up properly otherwise?
The elastic from the shoulder bridge snap to the top of the bell. I don't have my armor with me here so I need to get it to take some shots. Its so tight that any tighter will begin to pull the bridge nylon strap outward. I never thought of reducing the bell bottom return edge, but i trimmed nearly every return edge to around 7mm so I didn't think it would be a bit deal. My ATA never had this issue and the bells are smaller on that kit!
Let me see what I can do, if its a deal breaker I'll have to resubmit pics later. Thanks again! Fingers crossed I can get it to meet!
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Hi Carlos, any chance you can shorten those top straps that connect your shoulder bells to the bridges please, your armour looks great but it could look even better with that little adjustment
Hey Sly! Thanks for reviewing me! I totally understand what you're going for and believe me, there probably no one who it bugs more than me! I've had this convo a couple times with Gaz about it and I literally have the elastic so tight that it's difficult to snap it while suiting up. I think the bottom line really is that my stupid shoulders are too broad and it just pulls it outward. If I raise my arms a little it meets perfectly but if I relax they separate. The only solution I can think of at this point would be to use nylon so there's no stretch.
I went through several tries to make it sit right but no matter how tight I make it as soon as I relax, it comes right back.
I'd really like to get it approved but I don't want to cheat and put gaffer tape or something just to get the shot, it kinda is what it is. If anyone's got a better solution, I'll totally try it and resubmit!
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Soooo......these getting reviewed anymore?........
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Thanks a lot!!!
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No prob, give me just a min. You can also check my Centurion request (I was a little pro-active). It's also there
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Thanks guys! I'm on eggshells waiting over here! Fingers crossed!
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Well, I'm fresh off posting my EIB status and I figured I'd be pro-active and get this ball rolling too. Here's my submission for Centurion status for my Anovos build. Thank you in advance for your consideration!
Ok, then........(holds breath)....here we go:
Name: Carlos Mendoza
Legion ID: TK 5924
Forum Name: Solcar23
Garrison: Midwest Garrison
501st Member Page: http://www.501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=14790
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 175
Armor maker: Anovos
Helmet maker: Anovos
Blaster: Doopydoos full kit
Canvas Belt: Gazmosis
Holster: Gazmosis
Hand Plates: Latex/Trooperbay
Electronics: Icomm voice changer/ Aker
Boots maker: TK Boots/Size 11
Neckseal: AnovosAnd now the pictures............
Front - Arms at side:
Back - Arms at side:
Left - Arm raised:
Right - Arm raised:
Right side detail:
Right side "Han" snap, as it didn't come through in the above pictures:
Left side detail:
Rubber Gloves and Latex Hand Plates:
Shoulder bridge back w/elastic:
Shoulder bridge front:
Back to chest connection:
Thigh Pack attachment:
Knee Plate front:
Knee Plate right side:
Knee Plate left side:
Drop Box backs:
Cod to Butt Plate attachment:
Ab Detail:
Interior Strapping:
Kidney Plate notch - right side:
Kidney Plate notch - left side:
Wrist side of forearms:
As stated in my EIB thread:
I did a redo of the lid following Gazmosis' post on the subject. The frown has been repainted, correct screws installed, its pop riveted together, better fitting and more accurate brow trim, the tube stripes are Trooperbay decal replacements for the decal that was there. The lenses were also custom cut and installed as per Gaz's post, using hockey helmet screws embedded in abs stacks. The helmet is also Plasti-Dipped on the inside with MICH pads for support.
Helmet - front:
Helmet - left side:
Helmet - right side:
Helmet -back
Hovi-Mic Tip detail (upgraded):
Lens color:
S-Trim:
Frown repaint, right point:
Frown repaint, left point:
Helmet interior:
Blaster - left side (?):
Blaster - right side (?):
Blaster D-ring attachment:
Canvas belt front:
Canvas belt back:
Holster attachment:
Neck seal:
Thermal Det back w/correct painted screws:
Action Pose 1:
Action Pose 2:
Obligatory lid off:
Thank you for your consideration....fingers crossed......
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Hi Guys!
Well, it's that time again! I'm looking forward to humbly presenting my most recent build for EIB consideration. I purchased an Anovos kit on the first tier round and FINALLY got around to finishing this baby up! Really fun build! It looks great and troops really solid! I couldn't be more satisfied!
And away we go!............
Name: Carlos Mendoza
Legion ID: TK 5924
Forum Name: Solcar23
Garrison: Midwest Garrison
501st Member Page: http://www.501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=14790
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 175
Armor maker: Anovos
Helmet maker: Anovos
Blaster: Doopydoos full kit
Canvas Belt: Gazmosis
Holster: Gazmosis
Hand Plates: Latex/Trooperbay
Electronics: Icomm voice changer/ Aker
Boots maker: TK Boots/Size 11
Neckseal: AnovosAnd now the pictures.....
Front - Arms at side:
Back - Arms at side:
Left - Arms raised:
Right - Arms raised:
Because I see that the "Han" snap didn't show in the pic, here's an extra to present that detail.
Right side "Han" snap detail:
Right side detail:
Left side detail:
I did a redo of the lid following Gazmosis' post on the subject. The frown has been repainted, correct screws installed, its pop riveted together, better more accurate brow trim, the tube stripes are Trooperbay replacements for the decal that was there. The lenses were also custom cut and installed as per Gaz's post, using hockey helmet screws embedded in abs stacks. The helmet is also Plasti-Dipped on the inside with MICH pads for support.
Helmet front:
Helmet right side:
Helmet left side:
Helmet back:
Hovi-Mic Tip detail (upgraded to correct mesh):
Lens color:
Helmet interior:
Canvas belt and holster (upgraded):
Neckseal:
Blaster left side:
Blaster right side
Thermal Det Back:
Internal Strapping:
Cod to butt plate attachment:
Ab detail:
Holster Attachment:
Action Pose:
Lid off:
Thanks for your consideration!
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Congrats Eric!
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I have long hair too and have found that a balaclava works excellent or an item called a Hoo-Rag is perfect too. They were offered on the Legion boards recently so I have a 501st one but they have tons of cool designs. Here's the website: -----------------
I use both but tend to just put my hair in a ponytail then put the hoo rag over it. It tucks into the back of my neckseal.
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Good luck!
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Great Job as usual!!!
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Thanks guys! I'm all over this thing now! Sorry for the redundant thread!
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Looks like I'm late to the party! I just saw the other thread on this here!
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Hey guys! Haven't posted in a while, I've been absent as of late for a myriad of "real life" reasons but just saw on FB and the RPF about the new EFX armor! It looks pretty accurate. What are the thoughts on this so far over here? Looks interesting! Wanted to hear from my brothers and sisters in this world!
Some pics from SDCC:
http://yodasnews.net/sdcc2013/displayimage.php?album=5&pid=875#top_display_media
And the RPF thread:
http://www.therpf.com/f9/efx-reveals-boba-fett-legend-stormtrooper-legend-stormtrooper-armor-190520/
Chicago / Willow Springs - First Stormtrooper Build with AM Armor
in New Member Introductions Archive
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Hey James! Welcome! I’m sorry to have been a bit absent but definitely let me know if you need assistance or guidance through your build!
Just an FYI, Matt (chosenhitman). Moved out west so isn’t local anymore.
Let me know if I can help in any way!
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