themaninthesuitcase

There's a few TFA in the UKG but not many I know of. Probably better off asking over on the UKG site.

I can't post replies or start new topics in the "Newly Approved Members - Sound Off!" sub forum. Is this by design as I've already got a thread there or is it a mix up with my recently changed forum permissions?

As a general rule, if it's on eBay you dont' want it. There's a few exceptions but not many. If you're after armour and have that money to spend you can do far better. Get in contact with your local 501st Garrison (http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php Looks like 2 cover different bit's of Ontario) and speak with them. They will be able to point you towards some great armour makers. That one looks like a mix of FX and misc other and so probably won't clear.

I clam shell mine too, makes getting it easy but I can swap the straps if needed.

if both sides are functional you can replace the elastic if it gives up or you gain or lose weight.

If you can't get the riveted snaps to work (it isn't easy is it) you can always have the rivets be for show and add a snap plate just behind.

I have no idea where it came from but I was an utter pack rat when I was researching and still am to an extent.

And yes this was the primary reference for size for my 3D files (links below in my sig).

Found it. It's been through the ringer of re-uploading (got jpeg?) and it looks like I upscaled it to try make it a bit more readable at some point. Dropbox link to save adding to the potato quality (I have plenty of space but I can't promise it will be there forever) https://www.dropbox.com/s/yyt37qwbgj988ry/HansE11CylindersM38M19variants-1_zps4d945e18.png?dl=0 Would be nice if Andy has the original file pre several rounds of jpeg compression somewhere but probably a long shot.

I used a chin strap. I have a big head and can't really pad it as securely as I'd like so a chin strap helps stop it moving about. My aker is strapped to my chest plate with a strap and poppers but it broke free on my last troop so I need to update this.

I don't know how common, or not, the DP are now but I'd be leaving it be as a part of the history of everything.

Somewhere I have a doc by Andy with measurements on. I'll try find it for you tomorrow.

I think that statement comes from an outsider not actually understanding the situation they are getting into. Same goes for not checking the heritage of the bucks. The 2-4-1 deal is apparently to clear the stock after the re-casting became clear.

I've started down a rabbit hole...This is going to end expensively isn't it. Looking at the few images I've found only this Mk2 is build in a sort of hybrid ESB//ROTJ way ie no ear screws. That last detail is interesting as it would mean it would fail at ESB level clearance. Seeing as I now want one of these I'll have to start digging up some more reference images.

I didn't realise when I saw these on FB they had heritage! Is that carbon chaber shot the one it's traced back to? edit: just relised that was posted by some one else Have you been able to screen match the origional at all?

I'm going to point you at this thread: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/38117-clints-fnarmour-analysis/?hl=%2Bclint+%2Banalysis Essentially it's a copy of anothers work which is highly frowned upon as it's taking other peoples work.

but then I'd have to kill you [emoji6]

I have about 5ish mm returns on the Chest, Ab, kidney and butt faces where they butt up.

The ISD is a solid mainstay in the UKG supply chain. I have the silicone handguards, the neck seals are good (saw one at the weekend) and the boots are too from what I've heard.

Was having a browse if you're latest updates on UKG last night. Helmet looks cracking.

Here there's the offence of careless driving and I'm pretty sure wearing a bucket to drive would get you nicked for that. Even IF it's legal it's still incredibly reckless to endanger yourself and others.

I know a couple of people with the RS commisions (1 TK & 1 TB) and the fit on both was excellent. When you order they ask for measurements I believe to get it right. Down sides: It's more expensive the TK came with some yellowing of the ABS where they used a glue acclerator. He did complain but not sure what happened. You didn't build it so when you need to make some repairs, which you will, you won't be as experianced with the materials and techniques. Pros will be you don't need the space and time to build it or the large pile of "other bits" people forget and all add to the cost. I wouldn't worry about clearance, so long as the measurements are right and so the fit good even the pickiest GML shouldn't find issue with an RS. I personally enjoyed building my suit but I also know it's not for everyone.

The RWA is a nice kit, and the maker is a great chap. He's helped me a lot with my build which isn't even made by him.

I think there's a lot of parts on the new armours that will need to be cast, the back plate details being a perfect example. The actual armour it's self looked to be molded in some way, just vac forming is what the market is current set up for and is what people know.

What's it printed in, semiflex?