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  1. 501st Trooper Status Requests (Include link to your 501st profile in your request!)

    in 501st and Detachment Access Requests

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    Looking for 501st and Detachment access for my newly approved TKC.

     

    Didn't realize I hadn't posted for 501st access back in the day when I first got approved. So now, Two womprats, one blast.

     

     

    http://501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=18590(general 501st profile)

    http://501st.com/members/displaymember.php?userID=18590&costumeID=139(TKC link)

     

    Thanks,

    Chris "Darth" Cashman

    TK-42013

  3. Trimming help

    in Assembly, Mods, and Painting

    Posted

    Thanks. I found a how to assemble thread on the florida forum, it has some good interior shots that I am using. right now I'm taking off the major bits of excess with some curved tip scissors. figure that's a lot safer for me than using the dremmel for now. Since this will turn out more of a backup kit for me I'm not overly concerned about a few snafus so long as they aren't super visible.We shall see.

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  4. Trimming help

    in Assembly, Mods, and Painting

    Posted

    So this isn't exactly TK armor since its for my IG, but I am using ATA TK chest/back/shoulder straps in black ABS for this build.

     

    I have to trim off the excess of course. In some parts its pretty easy to see where the mold lines stop and where the excess starts. In other places, not so easy to tell. I have skimmed through the forums and a few how to videos on youtube, but I'm still very afraid to take that dip. Don't want to cut too much off and cry myself to sleep until I can afford a replacement. So, is there a good resource/tutorial on trimming. IE how much should be left on the armor after the trim for the 'lip' so to speak?

     

    thanks in advance.

    Darth Cashman

  6. What about this eBay armor?

    in eBay Armor

    Posted · Edited by darthcashman

    I got duped too...doh. I actually blame it on medicine...and impatience. Apparently restless leg medicine cause binge shopping. Who woulda thunk. Fortunately I went to FAC for my other kits (TI kit should be in mid month).

     

    Unfortunately, if return shipping is anything close to what I paid for it to get to the US, its hardly worth the refund I'd get. I knew ahead of time from reading the CRLs and such that I'd need to get a bunch of extras and knew I'd have to assemble it so I have ordered glue and already have the under suit, boots, gloves, and other accessories from trooperbay, so I've kinda got a lot invested already. Not sure if I want to try to tackle the work to get it passable, after buying a new helmet at least, and although I'd only be able to get level 2,I know its possible.

     

    Or if I want to try to sell it for a bit of a loss, making sure to let the buyer know its not 501st worthy and that its FX. Maybe someone would buy it for a costume party or something. And use that money for a better kit.

     

    Just not sure what to do about it. Like I said I have some quality kits from FAC coming soon so either way I'll be in the 501st.

     

     

    Edit: decided to bite the bullet and return it to him as soon as it arrives. That way I don't even have to worry about unpacking/repacking.

    Parjai squad member reporting in

    in New Member Introductions Archive

    Posted

    Thanks for the info, few people know of this armpit of a town, most folks just drive past in on I-10 on their way to Pensacola, tallahassee or panama city. I will definitely be the only 501st member here haha, will be fun walking alone in the parades.

     

     

    Greetings Chris, and welcome to the FISD!!!

    I'm actually pretty familiar with Defuniak Springs. I spent nearly twelve years (not in a row) stationed at Fort Rucker, and drove through it regularly en route to Pensacola.

    Be sure to read through the Advanced Tactics section and get familiar with the EIB and Centurion programs. Just a little bit of extra work during the build will help your armor to look a lot better when you're done!!

    Parjai squad member reporting in

    in New Member Introductions Archive

    Posted

    Greetings all, I am new to the 501st. Waiting anxiously for my first kit to arrive so I can finalize membership. I am a member from a tiny town in Florida called Defuniak Springs, part of the Parjai squad.

     

    I have a TIE pilot kit and Gunner kit on the way, but now I'm working on building my TK. looking to go with ANH Hero. Got all the bits and pieces on the way as well, so I should be ready to apply for my TK within the next two months.

     

    Looking forward to doing my part to serve the empire!

     

     

    Thanks,

    Chris "Darth" Cashman

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