par0thead151

is it normal for the shoulder belles to restrict movement? or do i trim the length so they dont impede arm movement

so the return edges should be just barley there? I was told the forearm needs to have almost all the return edge removed but other areas can have more remaining as it wont chafe like the forearm does. thank you for the help. its much appreciated

what im concerned with is making the pieces too loose or too small. mostly too small as you cant put material back on that has been cut off. how does one know when its "just right"

I attended 2 build parties and was able to do a lot there while picking the skilled builders brains and have them advise me what to do. now im at a point where the fit and finish will show if i do things wrong what im wondering is, what is next once i have the parts as they are in my photos below. the kit is a Nostalgic empire (NE) TK since each kit is slightly unique, is there any particular guidelines to follow with a NE TK build? wisconsin has an amazing troop @ discovery world every year and i have set that as my deadline to complete my armor by. i have cleared my schedule this month and will be working on my TK after work every day if need be to achieve this. armor first bought in oct 2013. 2 years without a troop under my belt is too long. the chest piece is trimmed to fit, as i had some help with that at the build party. i need to work on strapping to get it to lay properly. i assume the next step is to build off of that. ie shoulder bells. ab pieces. and groin. then work down to thighs and calf's? im seeking advice of those who know far more than i about how to proceed. mostly im scared to glue if its not right. im using E6000 so it can be un glued later if desired, but i still like to do things right the first time :-) thanks Ryan