Ebio Amisi

Case handle installed - Pretty basic but it is comfy and gets the job done! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Great minds think alike! I had also found that video and my next step was to try my heat gun, so far i had tried very hot water but it didn't seem to have much of an effect.

Greetings! In this thread, I am going to try and document my journey from Expert Infantry to Centurion. Any tips, tricks and general pointers welcome I'll start by going through the improvements I plan to make before submitting for Centurion: Part 1 - E11 Upgrades - Completed! 1a) Upgrade Hengster Counter to have an actual "counter number" and plastic face. Ideally to have my own TK number as the number on the counter Completed 1b) Upgrade the scope so that it has real lens and a proper "scope decal" Completed 1c) Fill in as many gaps / bubbles in the moulding as much as possible (probably using green stuff or liquid green stuff) Completed 1d) Cut out the trigger area so that it isn't one huge piece and looks more realistic Completed 1e) Repaint the whole blaster so that it has a more "factory finished" look to it with light weather (following guide Here) Completed Part 2 - Helmet Upgrades - Completed! 2a) Move s-band so that the connect sits under the vocoder for better concealment Completed 2b) Improve the internal helmet padding so that i don't have to totally rely on the chin strap to hold the helmet in place Completed 2c) purchase and install a fan system (Troopacoola) Completed 2d) cut down and install the eye lens individually using sugru for a better internal look Completed 2e) Countersink ear screws Completed 2f) Trim screws internally so they don't stick out as much Completed 2g) touch up vocoder to make more symetrical Completed 2h) paint the internals of the helmet black once all of the above has finished Completed 2i) black duct piping to cover the electronics at the back of the helmet and to further reduce visability into the helmet from a low angle Completed Part 3 - Armour Upgrades Completed! 3a) Ab plate buttons - get the corners as close to 90 degress as possible Completed 3b) shorten the smaller ab-plate button Completed 3c) New thigh armour strapping system so that it sits better when moving around Completed 3d) Replace existing slightly warped hand guards - silicone or latex? Order in progress 3e) Reduce gap between shoulder armour and chest armour - return edge/strapping/larger shoulder armour? Completed 3f) reduce gap between abdomen and kidney plates - diet/going for a run! Completed 3g) voice amplifier system (Aker MR1505) Completed Part 4 - Carry Case Upgrades Completed! 4a) E11 holster Completed 4b) Handle for carry case Completed 4c) TK number and Imperial cog stencil on sides of case Completed 4d) Painting pattern on lid Completed 4e) Repair kit? Completed 4f) Long shoe horn Completed Aaaaand i think that is pretty much everything. I've started this a little late as I've already started the work on a few of the above and have got parts/bits on order already. Will try and update as often as I can with how things are going but the biggest one for me is going to be losing the weight i need to fit into the armour so i can meet "3f"! I'm currently doing Dry Jan and I'm going to try and start going for a run once a week. Looking forward to the "March to Centurion" and thank you to all who have helped me get this far and have continue to provide support and advice. All the best, Ben

Yes I had seen your run of silicone gloves, it is actually what got me thinking about them as an alternative! I was worried about postage costs, so thank you for pointing me in the direction of Chris Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Heya! My gloves are rubber gloves, not cloth, and I already have cotton liners. The issue is that the latex itself is warped. I’ve tried heating it and reshaping it be it hasn’t worked. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hey guys, Got a part of Latex hand guards but they are a little warped and I want to replace them. I’m worried about getting Latex again in case the arrive warped again. They are also a little stiff and seem to be coming away from the gloves. Is this something that is common with Latex? Is a silicone option a better idea? Would love your thoughts and opinions Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1. Ben 2. Connolly 3. 19984 4. A4 5. Chemi Here you go, Ben! https://www.whitearmor.net/eib/certificates/19984-eib.png

Hey Chemi! Super pleased to have made Expert Infantry. Really appreciate all the pointers to get to Centurion. I'm confident I can do most of these easily except for the last one. Will drop a message to the DO team as suggested. Thank you once again! All the best, Ben

Hey Guys! I'm slowly working towards EIB/Centurion and I've been looking at upgrading my E11. Amongst the things I wanted to do, I'd like to upgrade my Hengstler Counter so that it shows my TK number. I've look at different options and the simplest/cheapest method would be to print a sticker and then put a bit of plastic/acylic over it. I searched the forums to see if anyone had made a photoshop file that I could use but there didn't seem to be one, so I made one myself: It is a bit basic but given how small it is, I think it will look quite good. If anyone would like the photoshop file so they can make their own, or they would like me to make one for them using this template, please drop me a PM. Cheers!

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No. 3 is my favourite then 2 > 5 > 6 > 4 > 1

Action Shots! Would love your opinion on which you think is best

Okey Dokey! Suited up, changed the background and here we are: Action shot(s) to follow - I went a bit ham and took a few and i'm not sure which one to use!

Cool beans - will get kitted up again tomorrow after work. To be honest, I’ve only worn the armour 4 times in total since it has been finished - so I could use the practice! Is there anything else I should consider for the next kit up? Also any suggestions for the action shot? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Heya! Thanks for coming back to me on this - yes I had noticed the ammo belt was a little high in the pictures but didn’t know if it would be a problem as it was a dressing issue rather than a build issue. Should I suit up again with the belt in the right place and then upload new pictures? Edit: realized you had been complimenting my use of v-plates, not saying I needed some *facepalm* Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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UKG decal removed! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sure thing - will take it off and upload shortly - is there anything else that I need to fix? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sure no problem! Are there any images missing? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Apologies - my dog decided to join the photography session!

Final shots with armour on. Hope I've done enough to pass!

I will be suiting up and taking the action shots tomorrow - it's nearly 10pm here and my wife won't be too pleased if I wake her up to help me get the photos done whilst i'm in kit!

Apologies in advance - Imgur seems to have uploaded almost every image either upside down or to the side.

Mandatory Information: Armour Maker - RWA Helmet Maker - RWA Blaster Maker - Shear Tech Optional Information Full Name - Ben Connolly Height - 183cm Weight - 91kg Boot Maker - Imperial Warfighters Canvas Belt Supplier - RWA Electronics - n/a Hand Guard Supplier - Imperial Warfighters Holster Maker - RWA Neck Seal - RWA

Thanks for the mention - this has made me rather proud! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk