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Harder

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  1. Here's the link to the BBB opening, and some initial pictures.
  2. ok, so now I have some questions: Everything seems to fit well, except the thigh pieces. I am considering three options. 1. do nothing its normal, and please tell me if I am over doing it, 2. I raise up the thigh plates by shortening the elastic holders of the thigh plates to the underbelt, or 3. I need to cut and resize the thigh plates. There is a distinctive gap in the top of the thighs. The knees are normal-ish, but my girlfriend can put a full hand inside at the top as it was fit on the first time. three fingers if she does sideways. Second to the thighs, the shins are super hard to hook up and tend to pop apart. I can slip my foot through them without unhooking them. This also seems too loose. Please advise on this. you can see from my left shin plate, its popped back open but again I can slip it on closed. Next, I noticed the bicep plates are not linked or tied to the shoulders in any way, and they kept sliding down to my elbow. Which makes me stand a little funny, unless im doing some sort of action. I am thinking I need to connect the biceps to the shoulders to keep them in place. For ESB, is this something I can do, or what is the preferred suggestions to make this fit a little better? Another "fit" concern is the belt and drop boxes. The snaps are nearly centered on the lower abdomen plate, however, and maybe its just poor quality, but the drop boxes are right there, and cut.. leaving well, less than desired appearance. The craftsmanship is not what I would've expected. Lastly, I noticed the green film inside the helmet is rather flimsy and cheap and again, poorly crafted. Is this normal? All these little detail points, I will admit, once fully on, it doesn't look half bad. I think this picture is the worst ever. You can easily se how the thighs are too big, and even at the calf.
  3. Hello all. Yesterday the BBB came. Pics are here, and I have of course suited up to see how things fit. I do have some questions. I will start with the unboxing. Fedex came promptly 2 hrs and 15 mins later than predicted. You can imagine my anxiousness for that time, wondering where the truck was being robbed. A few posed pictures and I immediately went into opening it. And the money shot is here.. What a manchild. lol!!
  4. Lol!!! For sure Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  5. This will be the last post on the New Member forum. My next posts will be in the Build thread. TKSPARTAN, MaskedVengeance, Sly11, justjoseph63, and more.. thank you for your kindness and support to this point. I received the alert from FedEx the BBB will be here today within hours. -CB Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  6. Welcome Sven to FISD Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. Welcome Paul. This is a good place and time to focus on your suit build. It can be therapeutic for some people too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  8. I’m dying for it!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  9. Thanks for the screens!!! They came today. You’re the best. Thanks MV Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  10. Update: RSP have the armor complete. Waiting on neck seal and boots to clear customs. Meanwhile.. Walter has arrived. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  11. Excellent! I sorta figured it was one of the latest iPhones. Your intent of clear pics Untrimmed and trimmed is a great idea. It definitely helps. Side note, I was “eh” about the new iPhone 12. You’ll have to tell me how you like it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  12. Those are great pictures. Did you take those with your phone? You’re gonna have so much fun with building that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  13. Also, just to be clear. This is absolutely correct, I did not take into account that some manufacturers paint the armor before shipping. If the armor has ANY paint on it... this is good advice. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. Hallo Marc, Willkommen! Dein Englisch ist großartig! Obwohl ich den Scotch vielleicht auch bevorzugen! Lol. Bitte stellen Sie Fragen, wenn Sie welche haben. Wird deine Rüstung sofort abgenutzt? Oh and when will it arrive? -CB Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  15. It is safe to vapor polish plastic. I am a ME in polymer science and plastics. I will agree with this statement, I wouldn’t use it directly on the plastic or paint. I did state only if it’s solid color thru. This thread was about polishing plastic, but I see it’s really asking about polishing paint. Or the subject is now, rather. In that circumstance, yes. Vapor polishing will not give the best result. Nonetheless, doing proper research into various methods of polishing and knowing the piece being worked on is always my recommendation. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  16. Yep. Been a forum moderator for many years. I know the tediousness of what you and the others are working thru. I am following the top post, unfortunately, I’m not an all access member yet. So I’m limited to some of the “lighter” forums. I like to read and lurk a little. I’ll keep an eye out. (Raises glass) -Cheers Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  17. Interesting. So DD’s commission builds aren’t out of the box ready? I suppose that’s why you got more soft parts? Yes I can imagine it’s not without some anxiety. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  18. Glen, I know this is tedious work. Thank you! If I can help, I would be happy to.
  19. Good morning! Completely agree with the previous comments before me. The question your asking is really your question. To their point. Some people prefer to have that experience. And some are looking for the fast route. I will tell you my choice. I chose to buy, yes at a high cost, a fully commissioned set of armor. I did a lot of research, and I’ve also purchased the posible mannequin, electronics, etc. I have a degree in ME, PSY, BA, and Statistics. I am more than capable to build my own. But for me.. my decision came down to Volunteering and Trooping. I highly desire to help people. I have personal experience with children with needs and I saw the affect in their spirits and strength when the troopers come and volunteer. It fills my heart immeasurably. That was my deciding factor. But much like different ingredients in chicken soup, even the 501st needs variety of people. You should decide what gives you the most benefit, personally. Either way, you’ll not be disappointed. Good luck future trooper! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  20. Garrett this is an amazingly well detailed build thread. Thank you from those of us who are building too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  21. Vapor Acetone polishing for about 10 mins. Does the trick on ABS resin. Super easy. It will remove paint though. The plastic will need to be Naturally the same color uniformly.
  22. Sent! I like this!! I want to offer some of my professional experience. I am a degreed BS in ME specific to Polymer Science of Plastics. Yes, most all plastics can experience some level of chemical reaction to paint. There's "a way" to do it. Example is all the plastic parts in the automotive industry. I won't go into all the chemical formulas about how certain types of alcohol or specifically ethanol can render down the polymer chains of ABS from polymers to monomers. Anyway, a thin coat of either clear or binder to the plastic before applying any color, will prevent any breakdown or bleeding. Krylon brand paint has a couple extra carbon elements in the paint which help it grip and bind really good to plastic, especially ABS since it has a Carbon, Nitrogen, Hydrogen backbone. You "can" use an acrylic paint if you like, however, I strongly suggest using an oil de-binder first, like Dawn dish soap, rinse, and let dry for at least 30-45 mins.. followed by light sanding to give it a rougher surface.
  23. the shipping info isnt out, and I am looking already lol! I hadnt even thought of that... yep, ill be a mess waiting.
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