Geaux Saints

Thanks, DC! I am really happy with my TM armor and the quality and detail Paul has put into his kit.

Thanks. I can take a few more pictures if needed. The picture is kinda washed out. I had to scrub on the belt a little because the rivets left black circles that were REALLY noticeable. Should I do anything (or is there anything I can do) to the holes to protect the belt or should the holes not present a problem?

EIB Status has been applied for....http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/24333-tk-12757-requesting-anh-stunt-eib-status-tm/ Rivet positions have been adjusted for Centurion status. Not terribly happy about the "damage" left from the previous rivet positions, but it's not too bad.

Name: Tony Cox 501st TK ID: TK-12757 FISD Forum Name: Geaux Saints Garrison: Mississippi Rancor Raiders Height: 5' 8" Weight: 165 lbs Armor: Troopermaster 1.5 mm Helmet: Troopermaster (hand painted); Templates: Trooperbay Blaster: DVH (Darth Voorhees) blaster; T-Tracks: Marv 2nd Blaster (not pictured): E-11 Hyperfirm - Slavefive Boots: TKBoots Canvas belt, Holster, Latex Hand Plates, Original Strapping: Troopermaster Neck Seal: Darman Body Suit: Eastbay Intercom System: Imperial Communication System- iComm: Jim (TK-6294) Edit: Updated belt rivet position pictures: Thank you for your consideration, and thank you to all who contributed through actual armor/props/hardware creation, answers to many questions, encouragement, patience, and guidance. You and this forum have made a lifelong dream come true and contributed to the smiles on many young (and old) faces along with allowing me to help support local charities. THANK YOU! Thank you for your consideration. - Geaux Saints

Understood. Thanks.

Would I need to submit a new thread in the EIB section with new pics or can I use/reference these?

Well, I haven't have a lot of time lately with work and my son playing baseball. It took me this long to finally get around to applying. I was told in my build thread that the holster rivets wouldn't affect my status, but it would be preferable, so that's why I didn't push to correct that quickly. I'll hopefully get it done soon. I don't want to get this close and not get it.

Just curious. It has an appearance of sealant. Gaps are normal and acceptable. The helmets in the movies even had gaps.

Is that a clear sealant/caulk on the ear gaps?

Thanks, VG!

Thanks, Paul! I'm not sure what I was thinking when I placed the rivets on the belt when I did, but I left it that way because I was afraid of what the rivets might leave behind if I removed them. I wasn't aware you had to get EIB first. I assumed that going for Centurion would automatically incorporate the EIB status as well. I also didn't think the rivet position would affect the awards, but I'll do what I have to do. Yes, those thighs do like to sneak inwards sometimes. I still have a few tweaks and trims to make. Like it's been said before on this forum...you never stop making adjustments and tweaks with your armor. Thank you, Steffen. I loved to document a lot with pictures because that is the best way I can understand something especially if I'm building something. If it helped just one person to understand their build a little better then I am happy. Trooper helping Troopers. Thanks Germain and Joey!

I got mine from Darman (on the boards here). It zips up the back and is comfortable.

I know, right? Thanks, Christian!

It's been a loooong time coming, but here goes...... Name: Tony Cox 501st TK ID: TK-12757 FISD Forum Name: Geaux Saints Garrison: Mississippi Rancor Raiders Height: 5' 8" Weight: 165 lbs Armor: Troopermaster 1.5 mm Helmet: Troopermaster (hand painted); Templates: Trooperbay Blaster: DVH (Darth Voorhees) blaster; T-Tracks: Marv 2nd Blaster (not pictured): E-11 Hyperfirm - Slavefive Boots: TKBoots Canvas belt, Holster, Latex Hand Plates, Original Strapping: Troopermaster Neck Seal: Darman Body Suit: Eastbay Intercom System: Imperial Communication System- iComm: Jim (TK-6294) Edit: Updated belt rivet position pictures: Thank you for your consideration, and thank you to all who contributed through actual armor/props/hardware creation, answers to many questions, encouragement, patience, and guidance. You and this forum have made a lifelong dream come true and contributed to the smiles on many young (and old) faces along with allowing me to help support local charities. THANK YOU!

Happy Mothers Day to any and all Momma Troopers out there! We love and appreciate all that you do! Hope you have a great day!!!

Here's the post from the end of February about the mold..... http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/23210-fs-hyperfirm-anh-e-11-last-5x-in-hand/?hl=hyperfirm#entry295150

As much as I tried to make other adjustments and avoid it, I had to cut some of the top of my TM thighs as well. When I pulled them up enough to clear the knee area, they dug way into my groin. Not comfortable at all. I'm glad to see you did your shins with your boots on. I didn't think about it until I did a full body test fit and they were pretty snug at the ankles. Looking good so far!

He is in the process of making new molds and posted not long ago that it would be several months (I think) before he would be able to start making more Hyperfirms. I got one of his last ones from current mold. Interested in seeing if the new molds are even better.

Be careful and have fun!

The "teeth" and ab buttons need painting, missing TD, need white boots and not tennis shoes.... (just kidding). I remember the first full body test fit I did. What an awesome feeling. Looking good so far!

TM Armor ROCKS!!!!

Happy Easter, Troopers!!! HE IS RISEN!!!

Molds?

Your reaction with the crowd and comments you make are clearly determined by the reason for/situation of the troop and the people involved. I'm usually pretty "serious" when need be, but around the kids I usually play it by ear. If I need to be goofy to help a kid not be so timid or scared, so be it. At the St. Paddy's Day parade here, a very nice looking (and slightly inebriated lady) wanted her picture taken with me. She leaned in a said, "Wow, you look awesome!" and I said, "So do you!" Along the parade route, we were helping collect money people were handing to us for the Children's Hospital. I reached out for some money and the girl pulled it back and said, "No, you have to dance for it." Of course I obliged by shaking my groove thing. People cheered and got a good laugh. When indoors, I have kids ask if my gun was real and I would say yes. Then they would ask me to shoot it, and I would say No, someone might get hurt, or I don't have the money to replace the ceiling/windows. And of course, if I had a dollar for EVERY TIME someone said "Aren't you a little short for a stormtrooper?" I could starting building a few more kits.

I've got mine in the chest plate facing outward as well.