TK-9820 Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 TK-9820 reporting for duty. Status: rookie. Here's my heavily modded FX lite kit with AP shoulder bells, modded MRCE helmet, maker of things resin blaster and self-made leather holster. Belt is white canvas. Butt plate has been separated. Side gaps are closed with ABS panels. Ab buttons are gray and blue. Front, side, and rear views: http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...ics/TKfront.jpg http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...ics/TKright.jpg http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...Pics/TKleft.jpg http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...Pics/TKrear.jpg http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...cs/IMG_3429.jpg MRCE helmet details: http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...cs/IMG_3428.jpg http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...cs/IMG_3413.jpg http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...cs/IMG_3418.jpg Holster: http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV...er/IMG_2943.jpg E-11 blaster: http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh91/DV.../IMG_3431-1.jpg Any critique or comments would be appreciated so I can keep working on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK8776 jgarrettg Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 Looks awesome Eugene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThayNerd[TK] Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 I can't view them from work. So I'll have to wait to check them out when I get home. Welcome offically to the Central California Garrison! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 I think you did a fantastic job on the thighs. Its always good to see correctly shaped thighs on FX armor. I think you should trim the bottom of your chest plate and give it a return edge. There's tutorial for it. Great job. You get a screen cast helmet on that and you're golden! At first glance it even looks elite worthy. Go over the elite checklist and see if you're missing anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joryayer Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 Very well done. How long did it take you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-9820 Posted August 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 Thanks everyone for the feedback so far. I could not have done this without the several hours of research and help I got from everyone here. This site is outstanding because of what every member puts into it. It was a 5 month process due to my ability to only work in small increments. I'll be taking more close-up detail photos soon for Elite status. I'll double check the requirements first. Thanks for the welcome to the CCG Thaynerd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThayNerd[TK] Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 Thanks for the welcome to the CCG Thaynerd. No problem. Are you going to any of the events this weekend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 Awesome! I 100% agree about the thighs - it's an area most people neglect to their shame. Can't wait for an Elite submission soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-9820 Posted August 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2008 The chest plate mod is next. I'll get more use out of that hobby iron. The thighs took a lot of trial and error (and first degree burns--still love that heat gun though). Someday, I'd like to swap them out with AP or TE ones when I get more costume $. I don't get to try out the new gear this weekend for TCW events...Mrs. TK-9820 is working, so I'm on kid watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperTrooper Posted August 16, 2008 Report Share Posted August 16, 2008 You've got a good looking set of armor. Also looks like your about ready for elite as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThayNerd[TK] Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 Armor looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tech151[TK] Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 looks really good. Nice work. I can't wait to do mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rapstertee Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 I think you should trim the bottom of your chest plate and give it a return edge. There's tutorial for it. Hi Smitty, I was curious to know why you suggested he trim his chest plate. Is there a certain way the FX needs to look, or is it a height thing? As you know I've got an AP kit - do I need to trim mine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stukatrooper Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 Hi Smitty, I was curious to know why you suggested he trim his chest plate. Is there a certain way the FX needs to look, or is it a height thing? As you know I've got an AP kit - do I need to trim mine? I dont agree with the way this sort of advice is given with no explanation.hes chest looks fine not to low and not over the buttons.If it aint broke dont fix it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-9820 Posted August 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 I believe the mod Smitty was talking about and the one I intend to do involves reducing the downward arc of the lower left and right corners. I think they would look a little more AP style this way. If I'm off Smitty, let me know. I had to shave off some length from the top and re-shape the shoulder arches to bring the plate above the ab buttons. I have a short torso, I think. I photo-documented this process in my FISD member photo gallery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2155TK[TK] Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 The armor looks awesome bro! Btw, what's your height? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-9820 Posted March 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 I'm 5'08". I wish I was a little taller because I get that "Aren't you a little short to be a Stormtrooper?" comment on practically every troop. Not to mention that the other TKs in my Garrison seem to all tower over me in group photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Sorry to over look the question for so long but it happens. As far as me recommending trimming and returning the bottom edge of the chest plate, It does look absolutely fine the way it is. But he's gone to the trouble of getting fresh shoulder bells and considering SA thighs, so why not bring the chest plate a little closer to SA. I wouldnt trim it all the way across but if youre gonna do it, definitely knock off a little of the bottom corners and give the whole bottom edge about a quarter inch return. Its a really good looking modification when its done. I honestly didnt think it needed an explanation. Hi Smitty, I was curious to know why you suggested he trim his chest plate. Is there a certain way the FX needs to look, or is it a height thing? As you know I've got an AP kit - do I need to trim mine? Correct me if im wrong but it sounds like your having a go at busting my balls, not the first time Ive picked up on that either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2155TK[TK] Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Thanks! i'm 5'8 as well! the armor looks great on ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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