Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Next I'm attaching elastic to the top of the inner drop box to be fastened to the outer drop box to prevent it from dropping open so this is on hold till it's cured. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 This is why you don't work on your armor till 1am in the morning - I accidentally cut my left shin 1/8" too short leaving a 1/4" gap in the middle - No worries though - simply installed an inner cover strip and pasted the gap at the top. Granted this area gets covered by the sniper plate but as you probably know by now hidden stuff doesn't stop me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 It has been noted by other AP recruits that the sniper knee plate doesn't co-operate so nicely when being fitted to the left shin. Now I wished I had used the hot tub before starting to anchor that bad boy so I would recommend Kris's approach (great job mate) on his build thread: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/35918-hasos-anh-stunt-tk-build-ap-armour/ This is my current approach: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 There is also a problem with my shin closures on the back and I had to rip out the velcro and these as well are due for a hot tob and a re-approach at a new fastening system to keep them closed. Not sure yet - so I'm putting them on the back burner. More to follow tomorrow - time to crash - cheers my friends and great building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyder918 Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) TM helmet ordered! Let's get those fists in the air and rock! Woo!! The TM helmet in Hero version? Also, does the color match the AP armor? Edited March 13, 2016 by spyder560 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Woo!! The TM helmet in Hero version? Also, does the color match the AP armor? Should be very close Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brattie[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) Back to your hangy things from your belt.. what about glueing in the bottom of a sock (the Toe part/ size to fit) to make a pocket and then work as a hinge as well? Edited March 13, 2016 by Brattie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haso[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Liking your work on the drop boxes. I've pulled out the rig that I had done in order to snap the two parts together, but have kept the elastic hinge on the bottom - only because of the fact that I decided to rivet the belt loops. But I may follow your idea to get them back to openable, because I'll still use them for storage. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 2759[501st] Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Doing great work, as far as I can see. I've kept my drop boxes closed, but that's just me... Not sure what issues you've run into with Velcro closing the calves... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Back to your hangy things from your belt.. what about glueing in the bottom of a sock (the Toe part/ size to fit) to make a pocket and then work as a hinge as well? A brilliant idea Angie (Fist bump)! If I may, can I suggest using a baby or toddler sock instead - this way it doesn't fray as much from frequent use? Another thing too - I have never read or seen a thread like that so you should do a mod thread showing your process 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Liking your work on the drop boxes. I've pulled out the rig that I had done in order to snap the two parts together, but have kept the elastic hinge on the bottom - only because of the fact that I decided to rivet the belt loops. But I may follow your idea to get them back to openable, because I'll still use them for storage. I was originally going to keep them closed as well, using white "dap" silicone to seal the gap but learned from my handler/photographer experience that having some extra storage could potentially save from loss of keys and you can never have too much back-up power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) Doing great work, as far as I can see. I've kept my drop boxes closed, but that's just me... Not sure what issues you've run into with Velcro closing the calves...I will get pics to help explain and get suggestions my friend - Peter ran into the same problem on his build for his sister - he used a heat gun but I'm not so daring. And thanks Captain! Edited March 13, 2016 by Pyrates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Speaking of handlers earlier - I've started working on the emperor and she's now thinking about it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 More build progress pics - these will be the last of my clamping photos as I'm tired of taking them, then not being satisfied with the end result and ripping them apart again. Helpful tip: Get 3 tubes of E-6000 for your build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Snap plate assembly line: I'm making all of my snap plates from my left over abs cover strips. Each backing being sanded down to give more surface area for the E-6000 to bond to making them quite solid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Now for my new idea: I have noticed on a few Centurion applications the gap between the posterior plate and the kidney plate getting marked for correction. So to combat this I have done things a little differently. Here the progress which imo yeilded a great flexible result while maintaining rigidity. Remember the roll of 1mm rubber floor matting I tried to use on make a neck seal from - well here it is again Front side: Reverse Side: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Time to measure what is needed: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) I cut a piece 5-1/8" long and 2-3/4" wide and got to work centering and installing snaps Edited March 13, 2016 by Pyrates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Back in a few - have to feed wee man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Time to install the "A" bracket on the kidney plate and let it cure as it will help to determine where the "B" bracket should be secured. I made sure to use a lot of e-6000 when anchoring the piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 The next day I positioned the "B" bracket into the spot that would allow just enough space to bend but not leave a big gap (2mm) Got the "B" bracket secured and again allowed to sit for 24 hours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Now here are the preliminary results before adding the other 2 - (2" wide black elastic) straps on either side 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barcoder[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Wow, that's intense. Your butt plate ain't going anywhere! (You'll be able to rock out with out worrying about your butt flying off!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sentry71[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Will you still be adding two straps on the sides, to prevent butt flare? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Will you still be adding two straps on the sides, to prevent butt flare? Yes my friend 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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