obrotherracing[TK] Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 (edited) My TK Boots are in-hand. Have two Hasbro Blasters with the DoopyDoos Mod Kit ready to be applied. AM Lite Armor has been ordered, pulled and paid-for. Once it arrives.....BUILD! I hope you will all chime in periodically to keep me on the right path. Thanks in advance and I look forward to hearing each of your comments when I get underway. Jason Edited January 31, 2012 by obrotherracing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X[TK] Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Welcome to FISD and good to have another TK in the ranks...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NastyNoah[TK] Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 I can't wait to see more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nihilius Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Welcome Jason! I just joined myself and started my ATA build a couple weeks ago. Have you stopped by www.southerncaliforniagarrison.com/ and introduced yourself? There have been talks of some armor parties coming up in February. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-3425 Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 Welcome Jason! Indeed I know there is at least one armor party already setup. As Jared posted definitely setup your account on the SCG forums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted March 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 I need to get by here more often. Just started my build last night; starting from the TOP DOWN. I will go to the SCG and set up an account. Thanks for all of the encouragement. Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparrow Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted April 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 I have a question regarding the SHINS: I am overlapping the backs w/ a heavy-duty velcro closure. Fronts will be butt-jointed with the strip over. Is this an acceptable technique? I've referenced some of the other builds and have read up on techniques, but just feel like I have found a definitive answer. Any input is GREATLY appreciated. I will post a few pics in a bit. Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NastyNoah[TK] Posted April 24, 2012 Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 I have a question regarding the SHINS: I am overlapping the backs w/ a heavy-duty velcro closure. Fronts will be butt-jointed with the strip over. Is this an acceptable technique? I've referenced some of the other builds and have read up on techniques, but just feel like I have found a definitive answer. Any input is GREATLY appreciated. I will post a few pics in a bit. Jason Yes that is acceptable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted April 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 Also, is there a strip over the back seam, just like the front??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted April 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 Noah - Thank You!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted April 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 Here are some pics of what I have so far of the upper armor. Any suggestions on fixing the sever hanging angle of the CHEST??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NastyNoah[TK] Posted April 24, 2012 Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 Wow that chest is huge !!! I know on the AM kit the shins should overlap in back, but if you have cut that off you will need a strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksideemt Posted April 24, 2012 Report Share Posted April 24, 2012 you need to cut at least 2 in off the sides of your chest plate, otherwise looking good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted April 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2012 Thanks for the Tip Darkside. That pretty much coencides with Noah's statement. Anyhow, I spent about 6 hours yesterday working on this. I apologize, but I am HORRIBLE with progress shots; it's more of a START, MIDDLE, END! I did a test fit last night and any of your input would be greatly appreciated: Here is my To Do list: 1. Add Drop Boxes 2. Add O2 Canister 3. Garters to keep Thighs High & Secure 4. Cut 2" off of Sides of Chest 5. Attach Biceps to Shoulders to eliminate shoulder arm strap 6. Paint Ab Buttons 7. Add Holster Now, here are some questions I have for you "seasoned" TKs: 1. Can I cut the backs of the Shins and the Thighs at the knee bend to aide in walking? 2. Do the Forearms need to close with velcro? 3. Should I completely close the gap between the Ab and Kidney? Thanks for the support and I look forward to any input!! Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locitus[Admin] Posted April 30, 2012 Report Share Posted April 30, 2012 1. Can I cut the backs of the Shins and the Thighs at the knee bend to aide in walking? Yes you can do that. 2. Do the Forearms need to close with velcro? Ideally they should be glued shut on both sides. 3. Should I completely close the gap between the Ab and Kidney? If you can, yes. You may also want to trim some off the bottom of the back plate to minimize the overlap with the kidney. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted April 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2012 Locitus - PERFECT!!!! You answered EXACTLY how I was hoping. I will get on it as soo as I get home. Can anyone make a recommendation to correct the severe downward angle of the chest piece?? Also, the straps from the Chest to the Back sit up so high they push my lid UP!! Anyone ever have to fix this, and if-so....HOOOOOWWWWWWW?????? Thanks for all of your input. You guys are awesome! Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksideemt Posted April 30, 2012 Report Share Posted April 30, 2012 1. I would recommend attaching you biceps to your shoulder bells. This will keep them from turning, as they are in your pics, and will keep the shoulderbell overlapping the bicep as it should do. You probably need to get rid of a little more of the return edge on the shouderbells where they lay against the biceps. 2. Like stated you need to trim the back piece on the sides just like ur going to do on the chest piece. 3. As far as your chest/shoulder strap problem, it is because your chest piece is riding up too high. Without seeing it in person, I can only assume it is do to the way you attached the strap to the chest and back plates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted May 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 Trimmed the lower sections of both the chest and the back. I froze some Carbon Chamber scenes as references and they were indeed too long. I removed 3" from the front and 2.5" on the back. Sealed the forearms and added the drop boxes. Also trimmed the backs of the thighs and shins so I can walk like a TK, not like Threepio!! I will hit the other spots tomorrow. Again, thank you for all of the help and input!! Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted May 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 Ok... Cut 1.5" off of the top of each thigh; I CAN WALK NOW!!! Does the kidney piece match up perfecty with the AB section??? I'm thinking about shimming and connecting them (as long as I can still squeeze into it. I'll get pics up later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted May 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 Sorry, found the answer myself regarding the kidney and ab plate lie-up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKRalf[TK] Posted May 9, 2012 Report Share Posted May 9, 2012 Awesome another ESB trooper in SoCal! Looking forward to your next update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NastyNoah[TK] Posted May 9, 2012 Report Share Posted May 9, 2012 Post some pics for us of your most recent progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obrotherracing[TK] Posted May 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 Anyone in the So CA are going to any of the Course of the Force CONivals??? I will be at the one in Huntington Beach!!! If you haven't heard of it, check it out... www.courseoftheforce.com Jason PS: As soon as my wife gets home, I will do some updated pics. My mannequin is WAAAAAYYYYY too tall to see what the armor accurately fits like now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKRalf[TK] Posted May 20, 2012 Report Share Posted May 20, 2012 We're still working out the details but two of our member are actually running in it. Hopefully we'll see you there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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