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Themaninthesuitcase Denuo Novo TLJ Build
gmrhodes13 replied to themaninthesuitcase's topic in TLJ Build Threads
Depends on the area, I used E6000 on areas that would need some give, like the shins and forearms and JB weld for a more solid join yoke, abdomen, biceps etc. JB weld can be sanded too which is handing if you've applied too much or used to fill gaps before ABS slurry (or filler paint for some) -
TK ANH Stunt by CloseTheBlastDoor
gmrhodes13 replied to CloseTheBlastDoor's topic in ANH Build Threads
I find elastic is great for hard to get areas, gives you some slack when twisting your hand into that position. Some use it as an extra connector but can just be cosmetic, called the "Han" snap, some references -
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Hello and welcome aboard
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Ci sono state solo poche persone che l'hanno costruito There has only been a few people who have built this
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Purtroppo non li faccio e in questa fase non ci sono altri fornitori, mi spiace Unfortunately I don't make them and at this stage there are no other suppliers, sorry
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Hello from the UK, getting rid of armor
gmrhodes13 replied to Mynxy's topic in New Member Introductions
Hello and sorry to hear you will be selling your TK. You can advertise on this forum but you need at least 5 posts to be able to access the For Sale area. Wishing you best of luck -
Nessun produttore li fornisce attualmente. Potresti costruirne uno tuo No maker supplies these currently. You could build your own
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TK-12953 - A Dave's Darkside Depot EIB AHN Stunt build
gmrhodes13 replied to jsilvius's topic in ANH Build Threads
Side shims are looking good. NOTES ON BICEPS: In the original films, many of the biceps had an indentation, or "thumbprint" (normally worn only on the left) on the inside. As the biceps are interchangeable, this is not a requirement for any level. Coming along nicely. -
TK ANH Stunt by CloseTheBlastDoor
gmrhodes13 replied to CloseTheBlastDoor's topic in ANH Build Threads
I covered mine in silicon so they don't catch, I have seen others cover in gaffa tape. This is one of the tricky areas, takes some practice but you should be able to get them on, I normally leave a loop of elastic on one end which helps give something to grab on to. -
How to Fix Misaligned Armor Pieces on a Stormtrooper Costume?
gmrhodes13 replied to wilson_emma's topic in Off Topic
If you have some photos of the issues it may help us help you. Info on adding photos here- 1 reply
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Just one thing for higher levels: OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The plastic shoulder straps need to be held down in the back via a white elastic band to the white fabric that connects/bridges the chest and back piece. Normally we use white elastic to connect the chest to backplate under the shoulder straps Chest and back shall be connected with a white fabric or preferably elastic strap at the shoulders. As seen in the images from screen used armor below, this ideally must be approximately 2 inches (48 mm) wide.
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Hello and welcome to the forum, for TD's head to MEPD https://forum.mepd.net/, Walt's armor is for ANH or ESB. As for accuracy there are other kits out there more accurate, but many are happy with their armor.
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For me 120 is a little coarse and I'd start with something around 180 or 240 using wet and dry with water. ABS paste can dry a different color compared to the ABS and you are sanding through the gloss finish of it. I had a similar issue with my TFU armor, I ended up using some waterbased acrylic paints and mixing to match the color of ABS and dabbing on in a few of the darker areas.
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TK ANH Stunt by CloseTheBlastDoor
gmrhodes13 replied to CloseTheBlastDoor's topic in ANH Build Threads
I glued on the sides as well as the front as the front wasn't laying flat. -
I think I need a larger helmet
gmrhodes13 replied to Firemantrooper's topic in Hard Armor (General Discussion)
That helmet line takes up a lot of space, I use a 5mm piece of foam at the top of my head and a block of foam on each side in front of my ears to stop any wobbling, may be worth trying that. E6000 is pretty easy to separate, usually just needs a little force but sometimes running a knife between can also help remove. Fans could come off the sides and put further forward, in the recess around the mic tips. Having the big battery pack on the back also reduces available room, I use 2 4 x 4AA battery packs in the lower cheek recess on the sides. I would try your liner first then see how much room you have to play with.