Haribon72

Building the center core of the costume. Starting with the 22mm requirement at the kidney and abs. We're using a blue paint template (22mm x 22mm). Again, we building from scratch straight to Centurion level.

Hello Everyone, This is a “Troopers Helping Troopers” team armor build. I'm helping out another recruit on his armor for legion membership. Name: Omar (aka Bingo) Location: Northern California TK Style: Empire Strikes Back (ESB) Helmet: NE Armor: NE Boots: Original Bass Boots from Amazon.com (converting to white) Blaster: Hyperfirm from Lewis (FISD) - ESB Style, removed ammo counter (basic approval). Power cylinders will be removed for EIB & Centurion application later. M38 scope added on 03/07/2016 (Donated by Sabrye of FISD). Canvas Belt: TKittel (FISD) Decals: Re-purposed using NE kit decals and screen helmet resources from StarWarsHelmets.com Gloves: Black silk gloves from Amazon.com Hand Plates (ESB): NE (came with the kit) Helmet Fans: Evil Boy (FISD) Helmet Pads: Home made Holster: FISD sale thread, real thick leather, converted ANH to ESB style Mic System: Pyle PMEM1 mic from Amazon.com and AKER amplifier (donated from garrison friend) Neckseal: Home made from my wife Strapping System (Center Core): Mr.NoStripes (FISD) Strapping System (Arms & Legs): Home made Strapping System (Waist Belt): Uncle Mike's Law Enforcement belt from Amazon.com TD Clips: UKSWrath (FISD) Undersuit: From his closet Background Bingo is a new recruit here in Northern California and expressed TK interest during the summer. His kit arrived last month as he was slowly collecting parts and other components. He's already aware with the legion CRL requirements and our Advanced Tactics program. We will be documenting the build here. The dates below will show major build days where we worked 10 to 11 hours straight. These builds are 1:1 sessions with no distractions and coordinated to meet our family, career, and hobby lifestyle balance. This does not include weekday sessions which are typically 1-2 hours for test fits and small builds. A few local garrison members may drop by to lend a hand and guidance. I create these online build threads to assist the recruits with understanding and feedback on their costumes. This also helps our GML with the application and review process. I'm aware that everyone is not computer savvy. So I will also be helping the new recruit on how to use FISD the forums effectively. First Armor Build: 09/20/2015 (Eleven Hours) Second Armor Build: 10/11/2015 (Ten Hours) Third Armor Build: 10/15/2015 (Ten Hours) Fourth Armor Build: 10/25/2015 (Ten Hours) Five Armor Build: 11/08/2015 (Six Hours) Sixth Armor Build: 11/15/2015 (Six Hours) This was the last build day for final fitting and adjustments. Application photos were taken on this day. Basic Approval Done on 11/17/2015 Let’s begin . . . Our Build Road Map: 1. Start with center core (snaps, abs, chest, butt, kidney, back, belt, straps). We are starting with the hard parts first. - DONE! 2. Color boots. - DONE! 3. Build holster - DONE! 4. Helmet - DONE! 5. Legs - DONE! 6. Arms - DONE! 7. Gloves - DONE! 8. Strapping System - DONE! Road map completed on 11/15/2015. Expert Infantry completed on 04/11/2016. Centurion completed on 04/16/20106. * * * ESB Tutorial Easter Eggs * * * Just a quick click area to find our helpful methods. These ideas are not require by the legion or the detachment. Its just our crazy style that we experimented, discovered, tested, re-tested, hacked, and shared with each other as a team build. We're calling it the West Coast Style! There was about five of us (including my wife) that enjoyed this journey with Omar and getting to know each other through a group goal. How to Make the West Coast Abs to Kidney Hinge (Split Rivet Installation inspired by Drumstrooper) http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=433776 How to Make the West Coast Holder http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/page-1#entry433781 How to Paint Your ESB Ear Bumps http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=435430 How to Install the ESB Hand Plates – West Coast Style (Two Steps) http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=435445 http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=440970 ESB Black Silk Gloves Installation http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=440047 How to Make the West Coast Pill Box for Ammo Thigh (Three Steps) http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=436646 http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=436646 http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=436670 How we Built the Thighs http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=434288 How to Make Your Own Home Made Belt Sander http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=434298 ESB Helmet Decals Hack -You Don’t Need to Buy Special Decals Anymore (Two Steps) http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=436708 http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=439426 ESB Helmet Blue Stripes Hack http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/33467-team-armor-build-ne-esb-in-northern-california/?p=439428

We're here to help JC! I've started an ESB build so we'll be working on our side of the world as well.

Congrats trooper!!!

Lucky 501st!!! congrats!

Great job and Congrats!

JC, Question: How much did you remove from the top of the thighs? (approximate inches) Here are my thoughts. When you add the sniper knee plate and thigh ammo belt, you might be able to have great clearance to walk smoothly and coverage to hide the black under suit in the knee area. Most builders discover that the plate and belt will hit the lower legs constantly. Now on the back, go ahead and finish up the thighs. You have given yourself a lot of clearance to bend and walk up steps. This is a trooper's dream. Don't worry so much on appearance now. I know a lot of troopers that build their thighs and lower legs to match CRL pictures, but they can't walk smoothly nor climb a few steps. They end up cutting more plastic and eventually looking like your thighs. This is a picture of my back for my Centurion application pictures. I have thunder thighs so I had to work my armor to fit my body type. But I can walk miles, bend, climb up stairs, and put on my own armor. I don't have to cut out the back areas like mine. I did that so I can add more comfort.

The apoxie sculpt is strong stuff. You would need to drop a cement block to break it. Great build so far!

Awesome work! I hope can get one before the movie comes out and get approved with your helmet! I know I'm not the only one!

Now that's awesome!

I found that the ABS paste didn't work out smoothly. I would suggest Apoxie Sculpt. Its easier to work with. http://www.amazon.com/Apoxie-Sculpt-1-Lb-White/dp/B0013UDWXI

Great job so far! At this point, you can start to bondo or apoxy sculpt the shims to the kidney plate. Make sure you make it as smooth as possible so that it is seamless.

Sign me up for one!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you Jamie!

All, We are reading the TFA TK build bible.

Time to work on EIB and Centurion now!

Time to work on EIB and Centurion now!

AND HE'S APPROVED! CONGRATS KRIS!!!

AND HE'S APPROVED!!! CONGRATS JAY!!!

Wow. We're definitely going to have a team build at my place. And you will be the teacher!!!!

To do list for Centurion Level:<br> 1. Finish Doopy Doo kit.<br> 2. White flexible hand plates.<br> 3. Paint rivet white - ammo knee<br> 4. Fix armor pinches.<br> 5. Fix bicep j-holders.<br> 6. Paint detonator screws black.

Wishing Kris good luck on his basic approval application.

Helmet details

First solo action shots