Geaux Saints

I really didn't have any intention to remove the end caps for storage or anything. I was thinking before I got my kit I would have to glue the end caps on, but Paul's design allows a very snug fit that does not require glue. Very nice!

Thanks!

I just measured mine (that sounds kinda bad ), and it measures just over 7 1/2" long. That would be kinda cool to be able to use it as storage, but I think the stuff shaking around inside might be annoying to me. I'll still consider it, though.

The TD (as you can see from the picture) seems visually to be right on. I read somewhere else it should be 7 1/2" I think, but I didn't measure it. I am fully confident, through Paul's years of research and work, that he is spot on with his TD. I did do some minor trimming to one end of the grey tube so that it would sit a little more flush inside the end cap, but nothing major.

It definitely worked. The end cap went on rather effortlessly. I can imagine how big a pain it would have been without the outlet. The plate covers the hole so no worries about how big it is.

Well, I've been interrupted today, and haven't made much progress, but I did get my thermal detonator assembled. Paul's TM TD has end caps that do not need gluing as they have a very snug fit when you slide them on. I went ahead and slid one end cap on. Afterwards I placed the clip up against the end cap and drilled the holes for it. Paul suggests a hole be drilled (in the area where the detonator plate will go) so that when you put the other end cap on you will avoid an airlock making it difficult to place the end cap. I placed the plate across the top of the first bracket and made a mark for the other bracket. I then took a piece of cardboard and stuck it into the other end cap and marked the depth. I then transferred that from the end to mark how far the end cap would be, so I could place the other bracket. I marked the top hole of the other bracket and placed a screw in it. That way I could press the bracket flat and drill the other hole so the bracket will lie flush. After making sure there was no drilling debris inside the detonator tube (thanks, Paul), I placed the other end cap and glued the plate flush with the top of the brackets and voila.

Nice work! Congratulations, Phil, from across the pond!

Sorry about the slow update. Life has kinda been getting in the way....crazy, huh? Anyway....I've pretty much got all of my trimming out of the way. I've been a little too anal in trying to get the edges "perfect" before realizing after looking at lots of reference pics...all edges are NOT perfect. Here is the full trimmed armor layout. I still have some minor things (like taking care of the return edge on the forearms for Centurion and trimming the ears), but nothing major.

You're welcome.

I have a TM set of armor that I am currently working on. I haven't started gluing pieces, yet, but E6000 is the preferred or recommended glue by most troopers I've read about. I speak as a newbie, but it should be just fine, but I'm sure you would feel better to hear from a veteran. http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/21164-e6000-questions/page__hl__cement#entry262408

Here's the face of the helmet. Paul, is that about where the cut needs to go across the front? Also, does the helmet need to be trimmed at all on the underside where the vocator is? I know that the S-trim will cover that area, just wondering if it needed any more trimming.

I have a question about the cut line on my helmet. Any input would be appreciated. I penciled where I think the cut should be.

I definitely agree with you on that part. I've been using the tin snip for all of the "straightaways" and then fine tuning everything else with the exacto knife. I can't seem to find any lexan scissors local (the local Hobby shop website doesn't list them....but I haven't physically looked there, yet). I guess my thought process has been by the time I order some and have them delivered I would probably be done trimming using my current method.

I've been doing a lot of trimming. I really wish I had gotten my hands on some lexan scissors. That curve in the scissors sure would come in handy. I've been doing the trimming with tin snips and an exacto knife. Very tedious. I would have paid a few more pounds to have Paul trim it up for me. I'll post some trimmed up pics soon along with some trim area questions. The helmet is the scariest parts to trim for me.

My ultimate goal is Centurion, but I'm shooting for EiB right now. After my build, I don't think I will have too much to get to Centurion. I thought everybody would get a kick out of the box hug picture. I think it should be a requirement for all build threads, because you KNOW that's how everyone feels when that box shows up at your front door.

I debated for a while, but decided to go 1.5 mm because I was going to go with original strapping.

Well, the first step of a life long dream has been taken. I would like to right off the bat thank Paul for his dedication and talent to this wonderful hobby. Thanks, Paul, for getting this beautiful armor to me fast enough to give me time to hopefully finish it before Halloween. I was like a kid at Christmas opening the box. After cleaning up my drool, I decided to start doing some trimming. I carefully made my first trim, then paused to go throw up. (J/K!) Anyway, I'll post my progress with PLENTY of questions to follow. Here is the OBP......(obligatory box picture)....

Thanks for all the great info!

What would you say is an ideal number of magnets to have?

I know lots of troopers like to use rare earth magnets to help assemble their armor. I would like to know opinions on what's the best size magnets to use (i.e.- 1", 1/2", 3/8", etc.)? What's worked best for you? Thanks in advance.

Looks great! Your blaster is the bomb! Good luck!

It would seem like that would make the helmet hotter. Does it really make it cooler?

http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=19340&hl=tm%201.5&st=0 http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=17983&st=0

I hope to get a chance to get involved in these types of appearances. Y'all look great and the droids look fantastic!

I was getting ready to post this as well. Very cool looking and promising. I can't wait to see the final product with sound.