[CableGuy Builds...replicating the RS Prop Masters ANH Stunt helmet]

Looks great Dan!

[stormtrooper helmet]

If you're after a Hero (what Luke and Han wore), vs the Stunt (what you see most of) which what most of us actually use, then TrooperMaster is probably your first port of call.

 

If you are happy with a Stunt then you have a bit more options and it depends what you want to spend.  RS are made using moulds taken from a screen used helmet.  RWA is sculpted helmet but has been refined and is a pretty decent option too.

 

All 3 of the above will be available as a kit, or you can pay a little more for a built one.

[Looking to get started/ Little bit about me]

Welcome to the FISD.

 

If you update your profile with roughly where you are we may be able to point you at some local people who will be able to help you as well.

[Celebration 2023 - Europe]

Not to be too eager but can some one with more of a clue than I chip in with what the det will need to do for a celebration?

 

I only did 1 day at CE3 as it was around the time I cleared so couldn't go as legion/UKG

 

@CableGuy you've just been volunteered too.

[Celebration 2023 - Europe]

Looks like a busy Spring for me then 

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[Removing and reapiring ABS that was glued with CA glue?]

12 hours ago, justjoseph63 said:

Ugh.. I think I just wasted 10 bucks.

Even if it's no use for armour you'll use it, it's handy to have around!

[Removing and reapiring ABS that was glued with CA glue?]

14 hours ago, Sn4k3 said:

Are you sure that won't melt the armor?

https://www.wirelessmadness.com/bob-smith-industries-un-cure-ca-debonder-1oz-bsi161

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Since cured CA is essentially acrylic plastic, anything that will dissolve CA will also soften most plastics.

 

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[Stormtrooper]

For reference nothing is automatically 501st approved.  It needs to be built to the standards and to fit the wearer correctly.  Some suits will make this easier than others, RS would be. good starting point.

[Unable to access primary account]

Hi David, 

 

There was a security update that made that change.  Your user name is public so some one already has half what they need to get into any account.

 

If you message me what you think your other accounts email is then we can start figuring out what the issue is.

 

Thanks.

 

Chris.

[It’s Official! Congratulations to Andrew (Sly11) our DL for 2022!]

Congratulations @Sly11

[RS Props PVC Armour Crack]

I like to use "poor mans fibreglass" for repairs.  It's quick and very solid. I try to tack the fabric in place first with a few dots, then once happy flood it afterwards.  Don't be tempted to use accelerator though, it can yellow the armour.

 

[ChrisThePropGuy TK]

9 hours ago, ChrisThePropGuy said:

I think the pursuit of perfection has come to a close on this

Perfect is the enemy of done.

 

Looks like you've done really well, and I look forward to seeing further iterations. 

 

Spoken as some one who can't ever leave things alone and has piles of versions of stuff literally next to him.

[UK Garrison - TK19984 - New to the FISD]

Welcome to the FISD Ben!

[How "clean" does our armor need to be?]

I've cleaned (the outside) my armour exactly once.  It's covered in marks and scrapes.  I know they are there but on a troop no one will notice them.  Some spend hours cleaning and inspecting after each troop, I am not that person!

[List of reputable or recommended sellers]

19 hours ago, Tomp said:

Hi, I’m totally new, live in Scotland. I cant seem to find any recommended companies that sell the required quality storm trooper kit.

Thanks in advance. 

Hi welcome to the FISD

 

Once you’ve had a look at the links above but before you buy anything head over to the UK garrison and have a chat with our armourer team with what you intend to do. This can help prevent any nasty surprises down the line. 
 

We’re pretty lucky to have some excellent armour makers in the UK so there will be some good options for you without needing to worry about import issues which is nice given the current state of things. 

[Voice amplifier sound issues]

30 minutes ago, TK-84891 said:

I tried attaching the video files but they’re too large.

The best way I've used for this is to upload to YouTube and have them as an unlisted video.  If you then copy the link here it should auto embed if you use a browser (not tapa talk)

 

31 minutes ago, TK-84891 said:

I have found having it in my holster sounds a lot better and tinny. When in my chest area it looses that tinny sound.

Nope, you'll need to keep it hidden I am afraid.  Most people in the UKG have them inside the chest plate.

I don't have a tramp (too spendy for me) but after a few options I've ended up with just a speaker in my chest and a mic.  I don't worry about effects as they always ended up being more trouble than it was worth.

[[29] TK-46116 Troop Log]

It's been super weird seeing peoples photos from MCM this year having not been there.  Looks like you all had a good time and hopefully I'll be back with you next year.

[Themaninthesuitcase F-11D Standard build]

Thanks Germain, I've got those now.  Baked in or not the step file hopefully will be a bit easier than working on the raw meshes which can be really slow for tasks like Booleans and so on.

 

If I need to make any further modifications I'll see how I get on with these.

[Voice amplifier sound issues]

How are you judging what it sounds like? What you are hearing in a helmet is nothing like what others hear.  Are you taking video or similar?

[Themaninthesuitcase F-11D Standard build]

12 hours ago, The5thHorseman said:

Note sure if you still need anything at this point, but I can send you the 3D files in .step format if you'd like. Just keep in mind that most of them will have edge fillets 'baked in' which might get in the way. 

It would be nice to have them if you don't mind!  Some of the mods get very slow in fusion working with the meshes so if I was to go back again having the step would probably speed things up a lot!

[New to the group]

Welcome to the FISD!

[New recruit TK-84891. Hertfordshire England]

7 hours ago, TK-84891 said:

Good morning, good evening & good night to my brothers from across the planet!

 

I received my clearance a week ago ,  I have an RWA ANH TK stunt build. 
 

I’ve requested a phase 1 induction place but not had a reply as yet! So hoping I get an induction date soon and I can get out trooping! 
 

as a new recruit I’m after some guidance on how to progress quickly and hints and tips on how to be on a troop. 
I also have seen lots of troopers have created game cards with their pics and details on, I’ve created my own but been made aware everyone has their own card number issued? How do I get this? 
 

thank you in advance for any input I receive and I look forward to becoming a full member of the FISD

 

 

Hi Ben,

 

Welcome to the FISD.  I am also in Hertfordshire (Hemel) so any questions do feel free to PM me!  I haven't done the new induction process as that's new this year but trooping I can help with!

 

Trading cards wise there's 2 real options, we have UKG ones (here) and there are FISD ones (here). Personally I have UKG ones, if you want one drop me your address in a PM and I'll post you a couple.  You may need some extra permissions for accessing them (which may need to you to complete the induction for the UKG) so if you have issues let me know.

 

Guess I should go look up what the new induction process is!

 

Chris.

FISD DCOG and attaché for UKG.

[John Child's TFA First Order Trooper Build (Imperial Surplus)]

1 hour ago, gmrhodes13 said:

Belt is looking good.

 

FYI I tried to download the belt box blocks file and it comes up with a 404 error, also the filler, perhaps a Thingiverse issue.

There’s a long running issue with Thingiverse when you use download all where that happens on certain things. If you just download the individual files they should work just fine.