[Cricket's RS Stunt Build (for the Vertically Challenged)]

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[RL180-Poor Man Blaster Rifle DLT-19]

TRIGGER - Completed

 

To finish up the Trigger, I've been thinking about how to get a decent "E" and "D" onto it.  No way I was going to try and hand engrave it.  That would just look to sloppy.  My wife does scrap booking and makes things out of paper and has a device called a Cricut Explore Cutting Machine:

It's like a plotting printer that uses a razor instead of an ink pen.  So instead of drawing patterns on paper it cuts patterns into paper, plastic, vinyl, etc.  Using adhesive vinyl paper we made some tiny letters.  The green background is the cutting mat with 1 inch square grid pattern.

 

 

These letters are tiny about 3/16 of an inch (4mm?) and hard to handle.  Also it is not that shinny in person, I angled the light to make them really show up in the camera. I might darken the letters a bit later on if needed.

I bought one of these to make stencils for my builds also.

[Not in a million years...]

But... but... I have a life-sized Stormtrooper in my house... ME!

[Greetings from Bavaria, Germany]

Welcome Stefan! 

[Cricket's RS Stunt Build (for the Vertically Challenged)]

I understand. I do a large Halloween set up as well. Here's my FB page for it...

 

https://www.facebook.com/Ravenwoodcemetery/?fref=ts

 

WOW!

[October 2016 Newsletter]

Thanks to the contributors and editors alike for another fine monthly edition!

[TK-22610 Requesting ANH Stunt EIB Status (RS Prop Masters) [659]]

Hi Paul... you're well on the way. Now, I'm not an official reviewer for the EIB. I'm only here to offer some friendly advice... so... here comes some tough love...

• Kidney plate looks to be too wide for your body. The ab and kidney pieces should create a form-fitting circle around your middle. The rear standing shot shows a lot of air on the sides.  
• Biceps hang too low and at an odd angle. Add a hook to hold the bicep to the elastic on the shoulders and reduce the circumference of the cylinders.
• Vambraces are quite voluminous. I think they also need to be reduced in circumference.
• The greaves sit a bit high. An elastic stirrup can pull them down into the proper location.
• The sniper knee shouldn't ever be under the thigh armor. If your thigh pieces are too big around, cut them down and/or add some foam across the rear to keep the front closer to you leg. This makes for less overlap with the shin pieces.
• The seams on the greaves (shins) should line up better. Check the strapping to make sure it is doing what it is supposed to do.

And if you want to take it to the next level

• The crotch rivet and snaps should not be painted
• Drop boxes should have a rivet each on the back

The overall fit needs work. It looks as if the armor was made for someone larger than yourself. Slip three fingers into each piece of armor. That is all the extra space you should have for a good fit. Make those adjustments and it will look really good.

You've got a good stepping off point by having an RS kit. A little more finishing work will help make it awesome.

Happy Trooping!

[Your First Troop... A few tips.]

Great list Joseph!   

A handy tip suggested by my frau is to bring along a couple of pre-threaded needles, one black and one white. This makes shoulder snap repairs a lot faster.

[Newbie in Minneapolis]

Hi Jordan! Welcome! It's a big decision so do your homework and know that it's a lot of work... but also know that it is a great experience that begins the moment the box arrives.

[Roll Tide]

Welcome Bradley!

 

There's a wealth of knowledge here. Take your time, do your research and enjoy the build! We're here for you.

[Supply list for your OT TK build....]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the elastic used for? I guess my real question is, why can't you use nylon strapping for those areas just as everywhere else? Could someone maybe post a pic of the inside of their shoulder bells or something so I can get an idea of what this is for? Also, I'll be the first to admit I didn't read all 9 pages. Forgive me if this has been answered. 

 

Thanks guys

 

The elastic is authentic and a lot of the reason we do this is to attempt to create something very similar to the screen-used suits. I have seen nylon strapping used on the ab/back plate shoulder connections but the others are pretty much essential, either for movement or accuracy at EIB or Centurion levels. 

 

I think it's common to come into this hobby thinking, "Why do all these people do it this way?!? I can so improve upon this! " I was right there myself on a few points... only to learn when I started trooping, that there really are reasons to listen to the way it's generally done. I had a few "a ha" moments on my first troop and 'fessed up to some of the guys after having an armor blowout and their knowing grins and nods told me that this is a common affliction.

[3D Printed E11 Blaster Build]

3D printing is awesome... if used judiciously. My suggestion... Use the detail parts but build the rest from scratch.

 

The barrel would look much better, be quicker to make and sturdier if made from a piece of PVC pipe. The pistol grip, rear cap, Hengstler and scope are the parts to print but in my opinion and experience, you'll get a much better product from scratch building the rest. The pistol grip in this model is overly simplistic. You can buy a real Sterling grip for 30 or 40 bucks, why spend 3 or 4 hours printing, filling, sanding, priming and painting? 

 

Bottom line, tech is cool but don't forget that low tech works too... and often better, quicker and cheaper. Jus' sayin'.

[TK-11427 Requesting ANH Stunt Centurion Status [TM] [282]]

Congratulations fellow Centurion!

 

Kiitos paljon!

[TK-11427 Requesting ANH Stunt Centurion Status [TM] [282]]

 

Hey Michael, thank you for your Centurion application, and thanks for the re alignment of parts and the Thermal det screws, excellent work. Well done   

CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

All submission photos are present. Your armor displays all the elements required for Level 3. On behalf of Ukswrath and myself congratulations and welcome to Centurion!!  

 

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly:

Maybe just shorten those top straps of the shoulder bells so they toch the bridges and you will look perfect.

Continue to make the Legion proud Centurion.

 

 

Thanks so much! You made my day!

[EIB Certificate]

Here, I have the new design.

 

 

Now everyone will want one! 

[RC Mouse Droids and ANH Comlinks to be offered by Disney in their Theme Parks.]

Kind of takes the sport out of it doesn't it?

[Adder's Something From Nothing E-11 Scratchbuild]

Makes me want to do it again. Great work.

Thanks! More to come.

[FREE 501st decal for the next 5 EIBs..]

Decal received!
Thanks Joseph! Awesome stuff! 

 

[TK-11427 Requesting ANH Stunt Centurion Status [TM] [282]]

May I ask where you took your photos? They came out fantastic and the lighting is spot on

In my home studio... a.k.a. my other hobby.

[TK-11427 Requesting ANH Stunt Centurion Status [TM] [282]]

PERSONAL INFORMATION
 

Name - Michael Avina

FISD Name - Addertime

Height - 5'10"

Weight - 165 lbs

Legion ID - 11427

Garrison - German Garrison

501st Member Link - http://www.501st.com...hp?userID=22410

EIB Submission Link - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/38979-tk-11427-requesting-anh-stunt-eib-status-tm-642/

 

 

ARMOR INFORMATION
 

Armor Maker - TM

Helmet Maker - TM  

Blaster Type - E-11, Scratchbuilt (Link to my blaster build thread. The thread is still a work in progress)
Boots Maker - Busse - Self Painted

Canvas Belt - TKittell

Hand Plates - TM

Neck Seal - Darman

Holster Maker - Darman

IMAGES

 

Full Body Front

 

Full Body Rear

 

Full Body Left

 

Full Body Right

 

Belt

 

Holster Attachment Detail

 

Drop Box Back

 

Neck Seal

 

Helmet Front

 

Helmet Left

 

Helmet Rear

 

Helmet Right

Lens Color

 

Helmet S Trim

 

Hovi Tips and Vocoder Detail

 

Helmet Detail - All Hand Painted 

 

Rubber Gloves with Latex Hand Guards

 

Hand Guard Detail

 

Forearm Return Removed

 

Bra Hook Strapping on Shin Armor

 

Sniper Knee Side

 

Sniper Knee Front

 

Thermal Detonator Screws

 

Ab Plate Detail

 

Left Side Body Detail

 

Right Side Body Detail

 

Thigh Pack Rivet

 

Crotch Snaps and Rivet 

 

Shoulder Attachment and Elastic

 

Interior Strapping

 

Blaster Rear

 

Blaster Muzzle and Folding Stock Detail

 

Blaster Right 


Blaster Left


Blaster Detail Top

[Hello From GA!]

Welcome to FISD! As you know, there's a ton of info here. Keeping lurking and learning, it'll come in handy for the build but feel free to ask questions and be sure to share your progress for other lurkers too.

[Rogue One Death Trooper Build Thread]

Adding my photos from London in hopes that they help with builds and research. I'd like to do this as my next build but we'll see.
The low light made for slightly blurry images but they still show a lot of detail.

 

 

 

 

 

[FREE 501st decal for the next 5 EIBs..]

Done. Am I still in the running?

[TK-11427 Requesting ANH Stunt EIB Status [TM] [642]]

Thanks Andrew! 

I appreciate the feedback.  

 

 

Herzlichen Glückwunsch Michael!

Vielen Dank!

[TK-51809 Requesting ANH Stunt EIB Status [TM] [646]]

Lookin' Good Daniel. Nice to see another TM here.