Plasma

I just bought this and have gutted the electronics. I intend to mount the speaker, batteries, PCB and switch in an ABS project box to be mounted in the chest, then run the activation switch down to my palm . I've never done anything like this before so there should be interesting times ahead....

I use E6000. It works for me - holds fast but can be prised apart carefully. Cooling or freezing the glued parts can help to separate them (so I am told). I was just a little lazy, only glueing the trim in certain places and then finding out that trooping really does take its toll on the armour. There are always running repairs. Looking forward to seeing that rifle!

This is interesting to me as I just bought a Disney Stormtrooper Mask and have gutted the electronics from it. So, I am mounting the PCB, batteries, switch and speaker in a small ABS box, with the hope of locating it in my chest plate. If it doesn't fit, I shall have to fit it in the rear, like you - but somehow have the speaker at the front to hear it properly. I trooped a third time this week and more of my trim dislodged itself. Make sure yours is well secured. I was given a good tip re the belt canister - stick some of the soft side of velcro on the clips where they contact the armour. This will stop any damage. Have you started making your Plasma rifle yet? Larry

Yay! Good luck.

Re the knee ammo pouch. You are right. I hadn't really used those photos as a reference. I relied on my section Armourer as well as the FISD CRL for the Incinerator and, only by downloading the main photo and adjusting the contrast, can you see that the top edge of ammo belt is attached to the lower edge of the calf and inclined either horizontally or downwards a little (I hope that makes sense). So, maybe your armourer could advise as either may be acceptable. As for the arms, maybe a little taken off would make a big difference visually. Its a mixture of whats "right" and what comfortable. You will need a certain amount of gap between the upper and lower arms, else the will pinch and bruise ) I know - mine did initially!). I took quite a bit off the lower arms at both ends to make it work and as a result can now put on the lower arms over my gloved hand. Larry

It looks pretty fantastic to me. Two points: 1. The Ammo pouch around the right knee is attached incorrectly. The ends of it should sit lower and it be inclined slightly upwards to the front. Recheck any reference photos. 2. Its just my opinion, but there seem a large gap around the top of your lower arm pieces, at the elbow. Would they benefit from resizing? Larry

Exactly what I was after - many thanks. Larry

Gotta be prepared for anything - right? The Flamethrower was a hoot to build and kids love it. I wouldn't miss CE2016 for anything - see you there.

Apologies if this has been covered before. I am trying to find a reference photo to paint an authentic blaster hit on my Incinerators chest plate - that scorched effect. I can't seem to find anything. Can anyone help? Larry TK21062

Hi Johan, Here are some photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/130766414@N04/? The group ones are at the recent "Return to the Garrison" event where I was inducted recently. I have since been on another troop and its amazing how quickly you notice problems and get to tweaking the armour. I would highly recommend the Baselayer Underarmour to keep cool as well as a balaclava from a similar material. Also, you may find your rifle heavy after a while, so I fitted a shoulder strap to take some of the weight. I shall be fitting a pair of helmet fans soon and next will be a ROM fx or similar for the voice. I must admit, I got a lot of attention at the two events so far - which amazed me. I decided on the armour not really knowing about the game or the Expanded Universe in general. It was worth all the time, effort and money. I will upload new photos of the dirtied boots later today. Larry

Hi there, Its so nice to see another Incinerator taking shape. Its looking great! Looking at your photos gave me an idea. Your boots are way more ash laden than mine, which makes sense if we are laying waste left right and centre. I need to dirty mine up more - they are too polite. Good luck with the Plasma rifle. Larry TK21062

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