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Oh I like that. I might try it out on my next test. Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

Below is another note from my EIB application on a Centurion requirement I will need to address. It appears that I made a mistake on where I placed the three rivets on the side of the abdomen. CRL: Three rivets, approximately 5/16"(8mm) diameter, are present on the left side of the abdomen armor... equally spaced along the depth of the armor and about 10mm from the edge. We have a challenging issue here but we have confidence that you can do it! Unfortunately, the rivets on the ab plate sit too far back from the edge and, for level 3, will need to be moved closer as seen below. The ones on the kidney appear to be farther, but we are taking into account that there is a return edge (as seen by the dotted line) right next to them. They also need to be horizontally aligned. After moving them, the holes can be filled with ABS paste and then sanded/polished. A bit of a task, of course, but we have faith in you! Reference Images In order to fix this I am going to need to remove those rivets ans move them over to the appropriate location nearly 10 mm from where they are. I have two options to accomplish this feat. The first is to remove and replace the rivets and fill the holes using ABS paste. The other requires trimming off equal amounts of the ab plate from both sides to maintain uniformity. Now I haven't decided which route to take but wanted to try a couple things first before coming to a decision. I decided it was probably best to do a trial run on the ABS Paste repair that would be needed to fill in the holes that will be left behind. I took out a leftover piece of ABS and drilled three like size holes. In case you are unfamiliar with the ABS paste process Here is Kman's most excellent tutorial. Next, I proceeded to fill the holes and waited for it to dry. After it was dry I moved on to sanding. Looking at these results I am not happy with the process yet. You can see the holes are quite noticeable. I think my ABS paste was not smooth enough and air pockets allowed bits of debris to get caught in the gaps and voids making it look awful. Another thing to note is that the ABS paste fuses to all it touches so if you are not careful it gets everywhere and increases the surface area you need to sand and repair afterwards. I may be taping off the work area to help keep it clean. Alas I have more supplies and since this was only a test I will try again to hone my ABS paste skills!

Welcome to the white armor trooper! I am on the opposite path having starting here and now working on tranferring To a Tie Pilot. Good luck on your EIB! Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

There still hope amigo! Now that you've started your build it will roll like a snowball gaining traction downhill. Maybe you can be the squeaker and get in just under the line.

Ha Sly! Funny you mention that. The thought of holding off to be Lucky #1000 had crossed my mind too. But then I figured it would be just my luck that several others did too and there would be a mad last minute onslaught of submissions that would push me back to 1003 or something. So glad I'm all done! Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

Very cool James. Looking forward to your progress.

Welcome to FISD Briannah!

Very nice sir. Just a sanding to make em smooth and on to the next part. Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

Yeah progress! I like the binder idea. When I was building mine I had like 20 tabs constantly open in my browser and would bounce back and forth between them. I think your binder idea is great. Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

How is the progress coming? I have another blaster project and am looking forward to this nifty innovation.

That's great news! Looking forward to seeing your progress my friend!

Oh, I had to go back and re-do many things on my blaster. Don't let it get you down trooper!

Let this build thread rain with photo drops! Hope you see what I did there. How's the build goin?

Welcome aboard Dylan. Now is certainly the time to use our forums to research how to build your kit. You will find there are some tools you'll want to have and this would also be a good time to search for "soft goods" like your under suit, gloves, neck seal, and boots. In that getting started section is also a post describing the various acronyms that we use that you'll find useful. Good luck, don't be afraid to ask lots of questions, and don't forget to start your very own build thread. Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

Ahh, I have been running it plugged into a USB power supply. Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

One of the notes I've had was about the clips on my TD being rounded off when they should be straight. I took the time to cut off the rounded portion and move the panel up against the clips so I wouldn't have to drill new holes. I might not have cut it so close to the screws had I used the proper cutting tool and didn't nearly hack off my hand. Be safe troopers! Always use the right tool for the job not just the closest one to your person... Here it is. BEFORE AFTER Reference

I took a long hiatus from working on this. Do you have a walk though or video on getting into the settings menu? I am planning to place this into a Jawa Ion blaster and want to play with the settings. Or is that all in the code? Also my speaker makes a static sound when it's booting and sometimes when it's playing a sound. starting to wonder if I have one of those bad music cards

Scott Woodworth 41469 EIB Letter Mario / TKSpartan http://www.whitearmor.net/eib/certificates/41469-eib.png 296

That's a terrific experience to share Domenic! I look forward to seeing your build thread.

Happy to be here among the Elite! Who's next?

Thanks, that idea of cutting it to that bend had crossed my mind. Now that you suggested it I'll take a closer look. Realistically that sounds easier than pulling rivets, abs paste, sanding, reinstalling rivets, etc. Sent from my sorrosuub C1 comm link device using Tapatalk

TkSpartan, Looks like the hardest thing to correct for Centurion will be those ab side rivets. It would appear I measured them from the bend or at 20mm for some reason instead of the return edge.

Thank you! I am so excited to receive this. Looks like I have a few little bits to tackle before I apply for the big one! This is a great community and I really appreciate all the encouragement and positive vibes.

I wanted to apply for Expert Infantry. In order to obtain that status I needed to make a blaster! Here is my E-11 Build thread and a pic of the finished product. Once that task was complete it was time to apply for EIB! At this point a couple notes I had already heard and never done anything about needed to be addressed. The first was my Hovi tips. I needed to paint the rim white and replace the screen. My source was a from a strainer I saw at the hardware store. You can see the old more narrow Anovos screen on the handle. I used a dremmel sanding bit as a form to shape the screen and here's what the tips looked like after they were all painted up. Next was the ole tooth pic and goof off routine to remove a touch of the frown. Having just received my EIB, (982) I am super excited! I really appreciate how the team also provides you suggestions on what you'll need to apply for Centurion.

Yes!!! I can't wait to celebrate that first cut of ABS with you! And on that note you may also want some gloves like these. ABS is nasty sharp stuff and WILL tear you up!--------------