Matt's RS ANH build May 2017

[Mworm1974[TK]]

The thermal detonator caught my attention the other day so I thought I would put it together appeared easy to do.

 

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[Mworm1974[TK]]

Well I started on the kidney shims, yes I do need to have extra ABS as I don’t quite fit the standard RS suit by 40-50mm.

 

i was lucky to order some extra abs off RS when I was starting out looking at the various threads.

 

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the smaller piece will be the support piece behind the shim and the larger piece which needs to be cut down more will be the actual shim.

 

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i have cut the return edges off each end of the kidney piece ready for the support pieces, you can also see that I have gone for the original bracket system.

 

 

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both support pieces have have been glued in place using e6000 as I was not confident using ca glue.

 

 

[troopermaster]

On ‎18‎/‎10‎/‎2017 at 9:34 AM, Mworm1974 said:

 

 

 

This is just a heads up as I see just about every member of the FISD putting the screws in the wrong place. The first screw should be much closer to the end of the strip but your second screw is perfect.

[Mworm1974[TK]]

Thanks for the heads up Paul, RS actually sent this one to me with the screws already installed, I might look at new brackets or even try to fill them with some liquid metal at work. I did think it looked odd as the ends of the bracket sit up a bit. I am going for ANH accuracy so I appreciate the feedback.

 

matt

Edited October 26, 2017 by Mworm1974

[68Brick[TK]]

Looking good Matthew. Pack that heat gun away as it's a dangerous weapon when dealing with ABS. If you need to re-shape something, try a hot water bath instead ... much more forgiving and gradual.

 

Keep the posts and pics coming! 

[ukswrath[Staff]]

21 hours ago, troopermaster said:

This is just a heads up as I see just about every member of the FISD putting the screws in the wrong place. The first screw should be much closer to the end of the strip but your second screw is perfect.

Good point for accuracy however, it's not a requirement.

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Nice work Matthew 

[troopermaster]

1 hour ago, ukswrath said:

Good point for accuracy however, it's not a requirement.

None of the EIB or Centurion requirements are accurate. I think it's better to point people in the right direction rather than away from it.

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Just now, troopermaster said:

None of the EIB or Centurion requirements are accurate. I think it's better to point people in the right direction rather than away from it.

I agree with you regarding steering builders in the right direction. Let's save what you perceive is inaccurate with the CRLs for another thread.  Thank you

[Gwithian]

Thanks for the heads up Paul, RS actually sent this one to me with the screws already installed, I might look at new brackets or even try to fill them with some liquid metal at work. I did think it looked odd as the ends of the bracket sit up a bit. I am going for ANH accuracy so I appreciate the feedback.
 
matt

Matt, I had the same problem as you, I got a new set of brackets from the Imperial Supply Depot , they cost £5, contact Clive aka Ninjabiscuit on the UKG

Stephen


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[Mworm1974[TK]]

Taking the feedback on board about the TD screw position I made some changes that I hope look more consistent to the original TD

 

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I have painted the screw heads and filled in the old screw holes with the idea of weathering the TD slightly. The screw at the top of the TD in this photo looks slightly off but in person it resembles the TD in the reference photo.

Edited November 5, 2017 by Mworm1974

[Mworm1974[TK]]

So I have endeavoured into the art of ABS paste and after reading crickets post more than once I have given it ago.

 

i made up some ABS paste that has the consistency of tooth paste.

 

The shim is pretty strong and I was happy with the joint, as you can see I do have some extra material on the shim to cut off when it’s complete.

 

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The below image is a bit blurry but you can see the first layer of ABS paste, I did complete several test pieces before working on the actual kidney.  

 

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First round of 80 grit and 120 grit sanding ready for a second layer.

 

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second layer before any sanding

 

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[Gwithian]

Looking great Matt


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[TheSwede[TK]]

2 hours ago, Gwithian said:

Looking great Matt


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I second that - Keep up the good work

[belloq]

Nice build. I just found that I have the same incorrect screw placement problem with my RS detonator metal braces. When flat, what are the screen-accurate distances from end and between screw holes?

 

 

[ukswrath[Staff]]

2 hours ago, belloq said:

Nice build. I just found that I have the same incorrect screw placement problem with my RS detonator metal braces. When flat, what are the screen-accurate distances from end and between screw holes?

 

 

Roughly 1/4" and 2"

[Mworm1974[TK]]

There’s been a lot of progress in the past few weeks but I have completed the shims and I think they look ok and like most I haven’t done this before.

 

 

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I have installed the left side rivets on both the cod and kidney the following photo shows the left side, the photo is deceiving as it makes the rivets look like they are not placed correctly, when lined up with the cod they all match?

 

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Edited November 19, 2017 by Mworm1974

[Mworm1974[TK]]

Here is the cod with the rivets and belt fitted.

 

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I used the RS supplied strapping for the left side hinge but I did double it over to give more strength to the join.

 

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[Mworm1974[TK]]

I added the supports to the biceps yesterday

 

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[Harbinger[IPM]]

If you are aiming for Centurion, you may need to check and see if those kidney cutouts need to be extended out to where you shimmed to maintain correct size.

 

EDIT - Nevermind

Edited November 19, 2017 by Harbinger

[TheSwede[TK]]

Great work on those shims! and..you are good to go for centurion, keep it up  

[Gwithian]

Those shims are looking great Matt, you have done a great job of filling them in

I also doubled up the RS elastic for the ab / kidney connection , like you, I thought two lots of elastic are better than one.

It’s coming together nicely, you will find once the torso is strapped together and do a test fit, how it all sits together. Initially my arms were strapped too closely together I couldn’t bend them, so I moved the snaps a bit at a time and hay presto got the fit that was right for me, I did the same with the thighs .... I tried the armour on that much that know find it a breeze to put on... lol

It’s all worth the time and effort mate, and it’s amazing when you find out your armour is cleared ... not long now


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[Mworm1974[TK]]

In between waiting for e6000 to dry I have made up a few additional costume extras. The DLT19 Is made of wood and plumbing parts as per happy troopers guide and the E11 is 3d printed for accuracy. The e11 is not 100% accurate but it’s the best that I can do as I am still learning about everything related to becoming a stormtrooper.

 

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it fits into the completed belt nicely 

 

Edited January 26, 2018 by Mworm1974

[TheSwede[TK]]

Looks great

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Nice work Matthew