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  1. Modding the Icomm with an external battery.

    in Assembly, Mods, and Painting

    Posted

    Thanks Glen.

     

    I ran into the same searches.. but I was not aware of the 3.6V only requirement.  I was also looking for circuit protection, and rechargeable.. to which I couldn't find on Amazon because the mA was a lot higher than 900 of the starting post.  But I did eventually find it.  https://www.batteryjunction.com/protected-14500-lithium.html  Its the exact one Sly11 used, I believe.

     

    I found the same issue with Amazon on the battery box. I will go with the one you suggested!  Cheers!

     

     

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  2. Modding the Icomm with an external battery.

    in Assembly, Mods, and Painting

    Posted · Edited by Harder

    awesome post!  I was out trooping today, second year, and I am seeing intermittent problems. Sometimes it clicks and starts to project my voice, but I can get in one word, then it dies... or its doing small clicking sounds like the pulse of the alien life finder... you know what I mean.

     

    I was JUST about to order a new iCOMM when I found this post.  Question:

    Can I someone (Maybe Glen), post links to amazon or someplace to order the holder, and battery?

  3. Glen's Grand Moff

    in Off Topic

    Posted

    I mean really.. its uncanny.  I cant even imagine the shock on peoples faces.

     

    you even got the eye redness and the stubble right on.

     

    I must know.. what else do you have in the works youre keeping secret?  Bunny slippers or not

  4. Glen's Grand Moff

    in Off Topic

    Posted

    Has any one else notice that of all the characters Glen has, the one that stands out the most is his Grand Moff?  I mean, when you have the time, or get lost in thought and the screen is steadily scrolling through the images from his signature page, you can't help but to notice that one character is nearly spot on.  Is it the facial hair?  Seriously this guy needs a medal.

     

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  5. Need Officer from Star Garrison

    in Forum Help & Support

    Posted

    Hi Glen,

     

    Yes sir, I did get he Legion Captain of the Guard's approval and move authorization.  That part is complete.  I have registered at the Star Garrison, but its been a while and I am beginning to suspect the individual whos name is tied to the "new member" registering users post may not be getting the messages.

     

    I did look up the GWM and the GWL.. e-mailing those individuals.  I was hoping to find an active poster here somewhere.  Fingers Crossed.

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  8. Complete, utter noob / Helmet Questions

    in Getting Started - Read this First!

    Posted

    On 11/25/2021 at 10:49 AM, AhsokaMace said:

    ...... To be honest I think my Dad really wants to wear the armor and just be part of the charitable events. He’s excited to see the joy and thrill on the kids faces. And live that childhood dream of being a trooper.....

     

    This right here is likely going to be 90% of all of us, world wide.  When you really think about it in black and white, it almost seems crazy.  Spend the equivalent cost of your first car as a kid, just to wear a Halloween costume, in the hopes any child .. or adult, will be happy.  Nuts right?  But we love it.  The word you used is "joy" and theres a lot to be said about people who find their own enjoyment, bringing that joy to others.

     

    Its been stated here many times in many posts, but you are definitely in the right place.  There is no higher golden standard than the 501st.

  10. Need Officer from Star Garrison

    in Forum Help & Support

    Posted

    Hello all,

    I have recently relocated from the Carolina Garrison to the El Paso area in TX, (Star Garrison).  While I have registered on their forums and local site, I have not been successful in finishing my access on the site.  If someone from the Star Garrison can contact me, I would be greatly appreciative.

     

    I am ready to get back out there trooping.

     

    Thanks, Harder

  11. Hello there...

    in New Member Introductions

    Posted

    13 hours ago, ukswrath said:

    Wow wasn't aware RS has an incident, tragic on many fronts

     

    Yeah, they are some smart people with awesome contingency plans.  They have duplicates made, and are remaking them now.  The temporary studio is already up and running.

     

     

     

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  12. Spraying the inside of your armor with Truck Bed Liner???? Why It might be a good Idea!

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

    Posted · Edited by Harder

    49 minutes ago, TheRascalKing said:

    Been doing this to my ABS helmets for years! Velcro sticks just fine. I wonder if spraying the whole suit adds a noticeable amount of weight or not, and if it protects the edges from cracking - I notice the OP has ROTJ-style trim around it... Either way, I'm very open to gathering more info if anyone else wants to try! 

     

    I did this.  Its magic.  I admit I needed to clean up a little of the edges, so taping off correctly is the key.  I have not decided to do the inside of the armor for two reasons.  1. the RSP authenticity stickers with my suit ID and name in it would be an issue...  And 2. I have had to modify slightly and or repair some snaps etc. already.  I know that once I am awarded Centurion (Because I will... WILL have it), that perhaps I will change my mind, but I can not do the armor until I have that rank first.

     

     

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  13. Hello from Alabama!

    in New Member Introductions

    Posted

    17 minutes ago, Brew12 said:

    Probably still a little premature for a build thread, but I'll share a quick update.

    Still on the ATA wait list and should be 2 to 3 weeks out before I'm up.

    I have a completely empty/unused bedroom to use for this build and have set up a 30"x72" table as a work space.

    This past week I have gotten all the elastic, strapping, and velcro I should need for this build. I have also picked up a bunch of snaps, rivets, tools for both, clamps, new razor and hobby knives, steel rulers, Goo Gone, E6000 adhesive, china markers, and acrylic scissors. That table is filling up fast!

    Things I have on order:

    Hellhound: E-11 blaster so hopefully that will be here in a few weeks.

    UKswrath: Audio system with voice modulator, cooling fan system and TD clips which should get here this week.

    Trooperbay: Paint and paint brushes, helmet decal templates, holster, gloves and hand guards and a neck seal have also all shipped I believe

    PilotBay: TD kit (wanted one larger than the ATA 2" kit)

    Applied Magnets: 20 each of 2 sizes of rare earth magnets. Should be here this week. Thinking I might need more if I do magnetic closure on the calves/shins. 

    Amazon: Airbrush kit - Delivery tomorrow (Yes... I know it isn't needed, but I don't want to use decals and my painting skills are sadly lacking)

     

    At this point, the only things left that I know I need to order are the boots which I can order March 5th apparently and a canvas belt but I want the waist measurement from my armor after it is cut and shaped so that will wait. Might also order a garter system... still mulling that one over. All in all, I think I'll be ready to hit the ground running once BBB day arrives.

    I would recommend, start your Build thread with this info.  This helps new members who are starting their builds, to see the prep work and the forethought put into simply getting the plastic and getting a E11.  

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  15. No clue where to start

    in New Member Introductions

    Posted

    Hello Rosario, welcome.  As the other troopers have pointed out, this is the best place.  Use this thread as much as you like, These forums are reviewed very often and very active.  Stay there in the new recruits section and read read read all the threads before pulling the trigger on a set of armor.  Then post a build thread in your respective armor section.  We look forward to helping!

  20. RS Propmasters ESB TK slow and steady build in Portland, OR

    in ESB Build Threads

    Posted

    ABS will most likely sink if put in water. Unfortunately so will PVC. If do an ASTM burn test, ABS will have a yellow flame with bluish flickers. Black soot can be seen in the air. PVC has a blue flame with yellow flickers, same for the soot as ABS. If you’re familiar, PVC has a fruity smell when burnt vs ABS is mostly acrid.

    It’ll be hard to “Prove” however paint from your local hardware store will support bonding to both PVC and ABS collectively.

    You could, I suppose, send a small sample of each to a rheology lab and that will be definitive. Usually costs about $200 and they’ll need at least 30-50g of polymer to do the test.


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