magicmemories2

Looking good so far, nice build. just one little helpfull hint that will make your blaster look even more realistic, sand off all the mold lines that show such as (rear "D" ring area. this has nothing to do with you passing, it`s the little detals that make you stand out. just my two cents. Good luck.

I think what is showing as a bump or two, is under the decal, the bucket it self. is a little rough from the mold ,it`s showing in other photos as well. ( just my two cents) looks like a nice build, good luck trooper.

Boy doin`t I feel old ! "not", i have read all the posts & I agree that you are as old as you feel. That being said I have been into costuming for the better part of my life, playing " Pirates", "mummys," "crash dummys", even "the Grinch" & "lord Vader", this all was for the enjoyment of friends,relitives, schools, car shows, & local entertainment parks. I was in the work force for over 40 years. Me & my family have been vacationing & going to the Disney Parks since the Magic Kingdom opened in 1971, then moved to FL. in late 1981, & we saw the openings of " EPCOT", then at that time "MGM Studios" you no it as "Hollywood Studios" where my son & i first saw "Star Wars Weekend" & got hooked. he was only a boy at that time, but now he is a man & we are proud members of the 501st. Legon, Makaze Squad. Our first troop as members was Staw Wars Celebration VI, then we have trooped over twenty events since. I have had the best time, & have made so many freinds from all over the world. I will keep doing troops until i can`t suit up. (TK) & hope to see you this year at SWW 2013.. if you haven`t guessed yet my age is 67 years young and going strong.. What keeps me going is the great freindships i have made within the Legon.. All I can say is Thank You for letting me be a part of this experince.

Nice build, should pass no problem..Good luck trooper.

looking good, stay at it and you will be ordering your certificate in no time. Good luck trooper

The facts are we do the troop at these events because we love doing them, as i`m sure you do yours.. with that said, we do get compensated useually with a pass or two for the park, but 9 out of 10 times these are donated too ones who can`t afford the admission price. We win ether way.

Armor bites, Armor cuts, A new event called :STORMY JOGGER" Disney Christmas Parade at MAGIC KINGDOM, Celabration Florida Christmas Parade, Leesburg Florida Christmas Parade. "It`s A Wonderful Life" Three fantastic parades in two days all with The best "brothers & sisters a person could wish for,, "Go 501st." and to all our fellow Members all over, Look for me on ( DISNEY`S CHRISTMAS DAY PARADE TV Special on DEC. 25th) check local listings, I,ll be in white armor. ;';'; da. . Please have a safe & Happy holiday season.

Gary Collins Sr. 8354 Centurion letter

Thank you, Very mutch, and it`s an honer to be in such company. I will adjust the blaster folding stock . The blaster holster has a slid-out piece on the bottom to hold my personal items when trooping, i forgot to take it out for the pic`s. Thanks again. Hope all have a safe & joyful holliday

Okay, resubmitting Centurion pictures now.

Thank you.

Gary Collins Sr. 8354 EIB Letter

nice build, welcom to the "wonderful world of EIB"

Fantastic news letter, Great info, . What the bottom line is, "WE ALL" made a differance in a little girls life. Thats all the thanks i need. just my two cents worth.

Congratulations on your choice of ATA armor, my son & I have built these kits & have been pleased with the quality, just take your time check twice & cut once. you`se the threads as your guide ask questions. see if there may be any "armor party`s " in your area they can help with the strapping, snap placement, & other short cuts that will help you in your build. Good luck.

Been there, did that, sell it and go with the kits. you will be thankful you did.

I use over the counter (rain-x) for inside use. from Walmart auto Dept. , I have installed two fans,(one is back-up) one for regular useage. and the advice of leving a little air gap under the lens works great.

Great vidio, wish i was there with you all. I think we need to do something on the mainland like that.

Update: Waiting for the "drop box inserts" I ordered , and will be re-posting the trimming, re-possioning, and proof of, pictures as soon as they arrive and installed. as per the new (centurion) rule up dates i recevied from 501st administration on Oct. 19 2012.

Ok, Father got the message and will do the same tretment as discribed & thanks for the up date.

I forgot to put my garrison oin my post. Garrison: Florida Garrison / Makaze Squad

Name: Gary Collins Sr. TKID: 8354 FISD Name: magicmemories2 Hight: 5' 8" Weight: 205 lbs. Armor: ATA Helmet: ATA Undersuit: Under armor 2 piece Neckseal: Darman TK6391 Gloves: Silk Belt: White canvas / Trooperbay Boots: TK boots Hand plates: ATA / ESB Thermal detonator: ATA Holster: Trooperbay / ESB Blaster: Pipe build with resin parts from TK8354 Electronics: Aker voice amp / Icomm / memorex wireless mic /w/ Skullworks fan kit

So far I have done fourteen since becoming a member in August, starting with CVl . My most un-forgetful have been "Orlando Childrens Expo" my first shoot-a-trooper experiance then "G.K.T.W." & "Step up for Down Syndrom" Had a "blast with the kids, & fellow troopers. Looking forward for more events.

awesome pic`s , nice job.

Nice build so far and Stick with it, These members have nothing but your best intrest in mind & want you to look your best in "Armor" that you can be. good luck, & Happy Trooping.