[Warning to anyone working on or planning to do a force unleashed stormtrooper]

So like the pic in your avatar would be a bad reference then? hehe

[myfxstudio]

If it hasn't shipped yet, call them and cancel your order...

 

And if they don't call the credit card company and have them reverse/cancel the charge if they refuse.

[Blemishes and stains on TK Caboots]

if you suspect its from the inside, perhaps try dying it from the inside?

 

If its on the outside, you may want to consider sanding off the gloss surface, it will weaken the boots and probably render it unprotected from the elements, but it should better match your armor. There is a how-to thread on this.

[Suggestions wanted - how can FISD be better?]

How about we add a few things to the registration process such as a fill in the blank section that would be copied word for word with a short paragraph above it to ensure that new members understand our basic rules.

 

 

Such as:

 

 

I am not allowed to post want-to-buy threads

 

I am not allowed to ____ want-to-buy threads.

 

 

Something like the above that covers all the things we want our new members to pay attention to.

[FBJ's new armour :)]

Lookin good!

[Spoox's ANH progress]

That room is full of goodies. My room is full of junk. I'm jealous!

[mods and tips for my new gear]

There's really not that many of us that use the rubies. Try posting pics of the armor and lets see what we can do.

 

From what I remember, your probably better off getting a completely new helmet.

[My new trooper lid]

Now you got your lid, take it to the beach!

 

 

 

 

[look at this everyone!]

Why is this in the "For Sale" section?

 

Also, most of us have already seen that

[FireBladejedi is appointed Detachment Armor Chief]

I don't think its a coincidence, the UKG seems to be made of a lot of good troopers.

 

Congrats Mark!

[FX build order[*FX]]

If you did a clone, you probably know more about armor building than a TK. From what I hear, clones are tougher.

 

I usually recommend to do the helmet last as that is the hardest part, and while assembling the rest, you might learn a few things of what to do and what not to do.

[TK ANH EI Status Check]

It looks like your butt plate was cut above the belt, and your trying to make it like it was cut under by raising the belt super high o_O

 

Also, what material is the belt made out of?

[TD2158 requsting expert infantry status]

The back plate needs to be cut below the belt, not above it.

[Snap Buttons to Velco]

Here's a way I used for snaps. Everywhere you put them--just use two. One in front of the other. Also alternate them. One male to female, the other female to male. This gives extra strength against the tension. I've never had any problem using this system.

 

I was thinking of doing the "2" thing, but never thought of inverting one for extra strength. Clever!

 

I'm still using all velcro though, so I need to switch it all out.

[Snap Buttons to Velco]

Velcro is annoying, the glue residue will start weaken with heat and sweat and look and feel messy.

 

With a bit of tweaking, you should be able to wear the armor without the snaps coming off.

 

 

Get in touch with the Alaskan Outpost, ask if any other troopers use a snap system and see if they can help you make it better.

[WoodChuck's Sniper Attachment for DC-17]

I love it.

[Laws of attraction]

So what's included in the DL?

 

Decals? lenses? trim?

[Star Trek vs. Star Wars]

I don't see what the buzz is about, it's really two different things. I am also a fan of both.

[my trooper]

Double check visual references (sorry I'm too tired to look it up)

 

I think it should be about mid-way from the last box to the edge. So that the edge of the drop box lines up with the edge of the plastic part of the belt.

[my trooper]

You did very well on the side gaps, I had to do a double take to realize you were a larger trooper

 

One small thing you could change is spreading the drop down boxes to the ends of the belt.

 

Otherwise, excellent build.

[Oversized accurate helmet]

If this would be for EIB acceptance,

I would not be opposed to slightly over-sized helmets (so long as it is accurate looking,) because there are times when people want to take pics, even though your taking a break, and they wont leave until you put your lid back on... After trying on an accurate helmet, it seems like its better to keep the lid on, as it's difficult to take it on and off.

[neck seal]

Go to a local thrift store and buy a use turtle neck shirt. You can then cut out the neck area and that should run you less than $2 dollars.

 

[F/S Helmets , weapon, TD pack parts]

what parts make up your DL-44?

[New Youngling from San Diego]

Welcome to the FISD Justin,

 

If helping out and volunteering is what you like to do, I second bluehickey's suggestion of being a spotter/wrangler/handler for the local 501st garrison. You will learn a lot more and be able to see in person the different costumes and armor types.

[Edited]

Want to buy threads are not allowed...