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Hahaha...classic!<br><br> Sorry...I went with AM 2.0...but if I come across one, I will send it to you!

P.S. Thought I would add one item regarding my E-11 and a couple of pics too. I decided to go ahead and have my blaster here so I could work / mod it while I wait on the BBB day. I got the "Hyperfirm" E-11 (purchased from slavefive / forums) and am happy with what looks to be a very durable piece! Here is the blaster and the mods I plan, Attach CRL sized D-Ring replace all "resin" screws with real screws scope work - drill / dremel out and replace end caps with realistic scope reticles and details - add "depth" to holes and grip ejection port - install aluminum piece cut to fit with "strip" and small area for accuracy. add "depth" to areas where it needs it over entire rifle drill out muzzle and deepen "holes" (need to research this more) attach wires to "counter to power cylinders" for accuracy add numbers / window and detail to the Hengstler Counter add "spring effect" into the rear bolt chamber for a realistic appearance (have a great idea...more to come on that) Fully re-paint and re-weather blaster. I am going to do all I can to have it fully detailed, but be sure to maintain the structural integrity. Should be a LOT of fun! I know this isn;t my "armor build" but I wanted to show what I am doing while waiting on my BBB...

Great! Thanks guys! Happy Rouge One Day to everyone! Looking forward to my first troop "handling" this evening! Bringing drinks and my stunning personality to the event! I get to meet my fellow Alabama Garrison Members and see their builds and costumes and start to learn about the participation side of trooping. Really looking forward to it! In the meantime, here is a picture of the elastic I purchased with my 20% off coupon from Jo Ann's. Just that easy...going to pre-make my centurion "bra hook" shin strips and have them ready to go! will get some pics when I do them. Enjoy the Movie all!!! Jon

If anyone needs elastics, fabric, or any craft items...JoAnn's has an online coupon for 20% off everything in the store through 12/18...just another money saver.<br><br> Google "JoAnn's coupons" and it'll scan right from your phone.

You are most welcome sir!

Hi all<br><br> Just wanted to let everyone know that "Academy Sports and Outdoor" has a special on "BCG" compression wear. Both cold weather (fleece lined) and regular. $14.98 per unit (shirt and pants). Pretty good deal. Took me 5 minutes to sharpie out the waist band, which does has some white on it. <br><br> Just thought I would get that out there for everyone. An acceptable undersuit for $30 isn't bad.

Still in "wait on BBB" mode. But I assure you, it's getting closer. BTW..."trimming" I had a utility blade already, but I did get some carbide-tipped blades for it. Scoring and snapping parts will require the utility knife and some good blades...so be sure you have plenty! Thanks for the reminder Pencap!

I completely forgot to mention my awesome garter belt, thigh attachment system from the gentleman one post up! Pencap510 / forums. It is a great piece!

My ANH Stunt build prep List and where I found them: Workbench...mentioned above - Pinterest 6' workbench Armor - AM 2.0 - decision made based on being 6'2 & trim. ***Read and study this one. Important to know what your specific needs are*** Things not included for a Centurion Build and where I found them: Centurion Rivet Set - JustJoseph / forums - everything you need to have the correct rivets and items for a Centurion build. Latex Hand Guards - JustJoseph / forums Neck Seal and Holster - Darman / forums - (you will see these two items in a majority of the builds...so trust the expert's opinions) E-11 Blastech resin Blaster - Slavefive / forums (hyperfirm b-grade, add a d-ring for basic approval and have to do some work, for Centurion. Read the E-11 thread and the blaster CRL (regulations) before you decide which style you want to buy) Humbrol Paints - E-bay- went with Humbrol because this was what was used in the original movies / armor - got mine from a "Third Rock Hobbies" - good shipping time and cost Centurion Braket Set - Mr. Nostripes / forum (same as above - a lot of folks have this set) Dremel - went with the actual 4000 series dremel...due to easy change chuck and variable speed - Lowe's $69 on sale and had $10 off coupon. Husky gloves - Home Depot- mechanic's style for comfort, grip and protection and a $12 cut-resistant as well. Needle File Set (Nicholson) Home depot - go cheap on needle files and you get what u pay for. Also got the Nicholson std. Rounded hand file and a mid-size round file. Tin Snips - HDX / Home Depot - Christmas sale $9.99 (get the 3 snip set, straight, right turn, left turn - makes cutting / trimming curves easier.) Lexan / Heavy duty scissors - Dremel bits - 150 grit sanding drum and various cutting bits. You need the one that looks like a drill bit...and I got some diamond tipped carving bits. Bought at the local Hobby Shop with a coupon. Hobby Lobby - had a 25% off coupon so I got exacto knife (#2), spare blades,a self--healing cutting mat, 2 tubes of E-6000, and some quality detail brushes (one small round tip and a 00 pin striping brush). The coupon saved me several dollars. Jo-Ann's- 10% off coupon. Bought all my elastic for my build (made a total list of all I need and bought by the yard...easiest way), bra hooks for my shins and some white and black thread. I also got a 10" and 5" "plaque" wood base and a hobby dowel to make myself a helmet stand to keep my helmet while drying, etc. ***Elastic Needed - Black - 1" - 1 yard (29") / 2" - 74" (2 1/2 yards) / 3" - 1 1/2 yards (34") ---- White - 1" - 2 yards (56") / 2" HEAVY DUTY - 1 Yard (14") ------ I added 2" to all measurements for snap or sewing tolerances Amazon - Zap-A-Gap and Zip-kicker glue accelerant. (Will use this only in a few spots where I have confidence) most recommend the e-6000 for a 1st build. Ordered my boots from TK boots - www.tkboots.com - Since I am doing Centurion, I bought the "Discounted / less than perfect" pair - only a $4 savings, but a savings nonetheless. I bought a used Aker amp while I do the helmet build used on the forums. I will be making my own hearing assist and hovi set up. Will not order my TKittell Canvas belt (forums - used by many due to the plastic insert and it's not bunching up / ease of use) until I fit my armor mid-section for and accurate fit. I am still deciding where to get my Aluminum Detonator clips. (any help would be appreciated on where to find a good pair) This is where I am so far. 2-3 weeks away from my BBB day, so I am getting close! More to come!

Tony, While I am waiting on my AM 2.0 armor. I have read this thread front to back as I am planning on a Centurion build for my first one (tall order, I know). I'm doing a "tall guy / newbie" build thread, but there would be no way I would attempt it without all the time, energy and help you and others have given. Thanks for this thread and all you do to help those of us just learning. I'll let you know when I get the bucket done so I can get the systems in it!!! thanks a bunch! Jon

Preparation Post: So, the first thing I wanted to clarify is that I am a newbie. As such, the best possible piece of advice I could give would be to use this forum, ask questions and read as much as you can. I say that because there are veterans and experts on in this group who have not only done this for years, but they have done everything we newbies are trying to accomplish 10x over. So, above and beyond the dremels and workbenches, this is the #1 thing I would tell anyone trying to be a Stormtrooper, accurately, so you can enjoy this great hobby and charity work. Read topics of interest and specific to you, ask questions and then read some more. Having said that...here is some of the main items I have picked up: 1. NEVER buy armor from e-bay...ask here 1st. Price isn't everything, and believe me, my obsession with being organized for this has shown me that one mistake on ordering the wrong armor, for, say, $250 cheaper, will lead to over $400+ in materials to fix it and make it what you are here for in the first place...movie accurate, approved and troopable armor. 2. You will be waiting for a decent set of armor. While you may be able to find used armor in the "For Sale" section from a member (only place I would consider buying assembled armor), remember that it isn't just the armor, it is how it fits you, in particular. It could be the best possible set of armor out there...but if there are gaps where there are not supposed to be, then there may be some issues with approval. from what I have read. 3. Don't rush. Take your time. Impatience leads to foul ups, foul ups lead to more money spent, more money spent leads to...you get the picture. 4. Use the wait time to accumulate all the parts and tools you need. There is an awesome thread on what you will need to have to get ready...posted here: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/31404-supply-list-for-your-tk-build/read this...it is great stuff! 5. The other thing I could say (could probably keep going, but do not want to bore anyone) is that you can decide what build you want to do, then go into the specific forum Topic, and read for days. There are tips, tricks, money saving items, all kinds of things that will help you. As an example, I have watched (and read) quite a few of everyone's ANH Stunt builds, and see numerous items that are going to save me time, effort, frustration and money...use the experience and the knowledge from the experts...I promise, it will make some of the confusion go away quickly. One last tip for this week is, use coupons wherever you can find them. JoAnn's Fabrics, Michael's, Lowe's, Home Depot, Harbor Freight (why buy a $70 dremel when you can get one for $20...right?), Hobby Lobby, and even your local hobby shop. I can promise you...coupons (and Harbor Freight, frankly) have saved me over $300 in prep items. Best $ tip I have so far!!! I really hope this helps someone! 2-3 weeks away from the BBB day!!! Stay tuned!! Best Wishes! Jon

Here is another link to the thread that I read front to back about larger troopers: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/12693-which-armour-is-better-for-a-bigger-trooper-read-here/

Hi! And Welcome! While I am still learning how to "attach forum topics"...I'd suggest going to the "Getting Started - Read this first" main forum topic and the go into the post "types of armor and where to find them" it is pinned at the top or close to the top...here is an attempt to attach the link. http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/11538-the-various-types-of-armor-and-where-to-find-them/ If you are tall, like me, I would be happy to discuss the decisions I made and why, based on my body type. You will see in the thread there are 2 manufacturers that make armor for taller troopers. Your body style has some to do with it as well. I went with the AM 2.0 Armor due to my height / slim build. Hope this helps! Feel free to p.m. me and I'll be happy to discuss particulars that I found. Please also keep in mind that I am new, also...and I would do as much research as you can, and listen to the veteran members in here. They are great folks and they help without pause. I sent you a p.m. with the info to get in touch with AM. Good luck & keep in touch! Jon

Hi Fellow Troopers! In an effort to try to give back all that has been given to me by the group, I felt like I would go ahead and start my "ANH Stunt" build early, with the prep I have done. My thought is there may be another member, who wants to see an AM 2.0 build from the ground up, for a 6'2 / trim trooper. My other hope is that my obsessive need to research and be prepared for "BBB" day and the collection of items I have either already obtained, or have on the way, will help as well. I'll try to make it fun and give some of the contacts for items I used (no claim or representation is made for the, well, you get the picture!!) even will include a nice pic of the workbench I built for $250 to get ready. Here it is: http://i1262.photobucket.com/albums/ii618/bigjal1969/Mobile%20Uploads/20161203_013258_zpsfvrjiigc.jpg'>http://i1262.photobucket.com/albums/ii618/bigjal1969/Mobile%20Uploads/20161203_013258_zpsfvrjiigc.jpg</a><br><br> In "Pinterest" I searched "6 foot Workbench" took the included cut sheet to Home Depot, and voila. Add a $30 l.e.d. under counter light and a defiant plug strip and boom, done. As a side note, I used 1/2 birch (hardwood) plywood for the top. Good, solid platform on which to build my armor when it arrives. Anyway, I am looking forward to posting a few little "prep" tips, but wanted to go ahead and get my thread started so I can ask questions and elicit help as well in hopes that anyone needing a similar build will get the info in one place. Can't wait!!! Stay tuned! Till next time, Jon

Hi all,<br><br> I already have my standard under armor on the way. I did want to ask about cold-weather under-suit. Is everyone using a plain black neoprene wetsuit for cold weather TK gear? Just want to be sure I have all the right things for trooping.<br><br> Thanks,<br><br> Jon

Done...and done...on the way

Thanks Fellas...very much appreciated!

Hi all. In my zeal to get ready for my BBB day...I have been organizing a "supply purchase" run based on the forum supply list so graciously posted by Joseph (who, by the way has been super helpful with info and knowledge...VERY much appreciated!!).<br><br> My question is...the paint. I have looked on testors website...and they direct me to "local stores". Visited 5 so far...no matches on the "french blue" or gray by item / color #.<br><br> Does anyone have a mail order source for these so I can knock them out with one shot? Heck, I have already spent 2x on gas driving around looking. Haha.<br><br> Thanks as always for the help! And yes, I am a tad organized and prepared for my build...maybe overly so! <br><br> Thanks All!<br><br> Jon

P.S. I am ordering a Kylo Ren Black series helmet...to start modding it during my wait...should keep me busy! Hahaha

Will do Joseph! Plan is to do a "newbie style" thread...for tall-skinny (let's say "slim") troopers. At the end of the day...I am confident I have the support I need on the FISD forums if I run into challenges or questions. Sure...4-6 weeks is a wait, but thanks to all the help...I know my prep work and the tools / supplies to have ready. My past life working with cast-polymer, etc will help a bunch, too. Going to be a lot of fun and I appreciate everything from everyone!<br><br> Centurion...here I come! <br><br> Thanks Joe!<br><br> Jon

Need to quit saying ha ha so much.

Thanks all! On the list / AM 2.0 Armor is on the way in 4-6 weeks. Have blaster ordered, Darman's neck seal and holster ordered...got the hand guards and rivets from Joseph...so...all I need are:<br><br><br> Gloves, boots, Under-Armor, Quality canvas belt, some quality centurion-level detonator clips and an I-comm...gee...is that all? Hahaha. Any expert suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Looks like I have 4-6 weeks to be ready!<br><br><br> Any help on all but the under-armor would be kindly accepted...haha

It...is...done...no turning back now...AM 2.0 Armor / helmet on the way...Hahaha...<br><br> Now I must "move along" with prepping for BBB day...oh, the JOY OF IT ALL! Hahaha!

Ya'll talk me into it...hahahaha

Well...I am committed fully to the ANH stunt build. Already have rivets and latex hand guards. Ordered ANH F-11 from Slavefive today...scooped up Joseph's Aker amp...grabbing Darman's neck seal and holster. One thing remains...letting go of my hard earned cash for my AM 2.0 armor...ready...set...