MrGiggles Posted May 7, 2017 Report Share Posted May 7, 2017 Hello there everybody! Before I say anything else, this build will take a while. I don't have all that much free time during the week, so this will mainly be a project that I work on when I can. Also, this is my first build, so take that into account as well. As I have said in my introduction post, I started building this kit, rushed through it, and it turned out like garbage. Luckily, the super glue I used was not strong at all, so I was able to get it apart (mostly). Some cover strips are still glued on some pieces, and there is some dried glue running/smeared on parts of the armor. I am tired of looking at this pile of parts sitting in my closet not being put together. My ultimate goal is to have the armor done and ready to wear for celebration 2019. I was able to go to celebration this year and had a blast. I would like to go in my armor next celebration though. Wish me luck. Rob 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toddahhhh[TK] Posted May 7, 2017 Report Share Posted May 7, 2017 Yukon do eet! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addertime[TK] Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Hello there everybody! Before I say anything else, this build will take a while. I don't have all that much free time during the week, so this will mainly be a project that I work on when I can. Also, this is my first build, so take that into account as well. As I have said in my introduction post, I started building this kit, rushed through it, and it turned out like garbage. Luckily, the super glue I used was not strong at all, so I was able to get it apart (mostly). Some cover strips are still glued on some pieces, and there is some dried glue running/smeared on parts of the armor. I am tired of looking at this pile of parts sitting in my closet not being put together. My ultimate goal is to have the armor done and ready to wear for celebration 2019. I was able to go to celebration this year and had a blast. I would like to go in my armor next celebration though. Wish me luck. Rob There's a wealth of information available here at FISD. Take your time; do your research; ask questions when you need advice. It'll all work out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68Brick[TK] Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Welcome Rob! Post some pics and let's get your kit going! Will you be shooting for Centurion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGiggles Posted May 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Welcome Rob! Post some pics and let's get your kit going! Will you be shooting for Centurion? I will not be shooting for centurion. My goal is to build the armor in a way that makes sense to me while still being able to be 501st approved, if that makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGiggles Posted May 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 (edited) Ok. I've decided to start back on the build today. I'm going to be fitting the forearms. I, of course, have questions. Chief among them being how are they supposed to fit? I assume snuggly, but how snug? Also, are there supposed to be return edges on any part of them? I've been told to trim them, and I've also seen that they shouldn't be trimmed. I'm confused. Also, should I remove the cover strips I already have half glued? (pictured below) Edited May 13, 2017 by MrGiggles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novak Dimon[TK] Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 (edited) Hi Rob, the best way to find the right size for the parts is to try it out. They should fit comfortably but not too loose. Use some painters tape to pre assemble the parts for fitting. You should start with the front of the forearm. The width of the cover stripe should define how you trim the front butt connection. Then measure how much trimming is necessary at the back. It makes sense to trim equally at both sides of the parts to get a consistent look of the forearms. Generally it is easier to fit the parts without the cover stripes. If you need to trim the part you have to remove them anyway. About return edges: You can cut off all return edges of the lower side of the forearms (where your hands are) and leave some return edge at the upper side to make the armor look a bit thicker. Good luck! Christian Edited May 15, 2017 by Novak Dimon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSnrub[501st] Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 (edited) you should check out UKSWraths build thread Edited May 21, 2017 by MrSnrub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwbowri[TK] Posted June 21, 2017 Report Share Posted June 21, 2017 Ukswraths thread on here is the best, that is what I followed, he gives great tips and lots of photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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