Laura[TK] Posted August 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2018 Hi guys, Thanks for the advice! Ill sand the inner boxes a bit more and if that’s not working a hot water bath will probably do Before cutting the ab and the cod, Ill first test the whole armor to see if it’s really needed. Fingers crossed for no cutting. Ill send a photo once the armor is ready to ear. Here’s a photo of the screws in the TD. What do you think? Would they work? Ha and yes, thanks for the advice on the cover strips @TheSwede Was aware that they are waaaaaay to long – will sand/cut them down for sure, in this way it was a bit easier for me to glue them on. Thanks again! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucnak[TK] Posted August 13, 2018 Report Share Posted August 13, 2018 The screws look correct, but the ideal placement of the slips will be touching the bottom of the control panel and touching the end caps. You'll need to paint the screws black as well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2018 Thanks@lucnak Nothing has been glued on yet, so Im able to move the parts around, the caps arent fully attached to the pvc yet. Great to hear the screws are ok! Yay! Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSwede[TK] Posted August 13, 2018 Report Share Posted August 13, 2018 5 hours ago, Laura said: Was aware that they are waaaaaay to long – will sand/cut them down for sure, in this way it was a bit easier for me to glue them on Copy that 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 22, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2018 (edited) Hello again! Another busy few days, almost getting there! Belt: Belt is finished – sanded the drop boxes a lot more and this really helped to fit the inner box. Also glued the buttons. I only have to align the snaps to the ab. Thermal Detonator Almost done – Glued the piece together and painted the screws, added some Velcro to the back of the clips so it won’t damage my armor. Only have to bend the end of the clips a bit more. Chest Glued the shoulder straps and strapping – have to align the straps to the ab. Back Glued the strapping – only have to align the straps to the kidney for minimal overlap Ab Split rivets are set and painted white – didn’t make them functional, since I think there will be too much pressure on it. So I glued the strapping separately Also painted the control panels – the grey ones need an extra layer – also have to clean the edges a bit more Kidney + Butt Split rivets are set to the kidney and painted white, also added strapping to kidney and butt Thighs Riveted the ammo thigh box to the right thigh – painted them white Shins Glued the Sniper plate on – although think that it should align better with the ridges – what do you think? Shoulder – Biceps – Fore Arms All ready! Added the strapping – sanded the cover strips to the right size. I did a test shoot (not with all the above changes) to see what would work and what not. OHMY! How hard is it to get yourself dressed – so no not all strapping is strapped (chest to ab, back to kidney, shoulders to strap, thigh garter) This weekend I hope to do a new one – outside with someone helping me Smile On my to do list: - Finish the helmet (ears, paint job, eyes, padding, mesh) - Redo the Sniper plate + add some foam to prevent overlap thighs - Complete strapping on chest/ab and back/kidney - Paint ab control panels grey + clean up edges and glue them on - Add the belt snaps and single male snap to the ab - Bend TD clips at the end - Create garter for thighs - Test all strapping for the right fit – - Biggest challenge to reduce black between kidney and ab – damn those hips – so work out should also be on the list. Any feedback or recommendations are highly appreciated! Stay awesome! Edited August 22, 2018 by Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucnak[TK] Posted August 22, 2018 Report Share Posted August 22, 2018 Your sniper plate is only a little off. I'm sure you'll get it in the perfect spot on your second try! Looking good. Only thing I can see from what you posted is to watch out for sniper knee lock. It will try and sneak in under the thigh, so some foam to push the knee forward and the thigh back may be helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 22, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2018 Thanks @lucnak Yeah I know right - When I glue them on they are good - but they start shifting in the dry process - Need to find a way to keep the corners in to place. Will give it another try tonight. Thanks for the foam idea! Definitely going to try that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSwede[TK] Posted August 23, 2018 Report Share Posted August 23, 2018 Great job so far - just a few tweeks here and there and your one awesome Stormtrooper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 (edited) Hi everyone, This weekend was a crazy busy weekend – but I think I’m almost there and ready for basic approval. I did another try in gluing the sniper plate, build/painted the bucket and did a first photoshoot. The photos are not that sharp, but think they give a good idea. Helmet: Things I would like to improve: - The gap between the ears - The thighs can go a bit higher I would love to hear your feedback! Edited August 27, 2018 by Laura 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CableGuy[Admin] Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Looking great, Laura. :-)Just a little thing that caught my eye. If you wanted, you could get away with losing some thickness off of the ears. Here’s an example; Looks like clearance is just around the corner for you. Excellent build so far! Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Hi @CableGuy Thank you!! Yes definitely agree with you - on my todo list for tonight! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSwede[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Looking good and I would say basic is a given For Centurion you will want to close the side gaps, left in particular and watch the overlap of the backplate over the kidney, CRL says no or minimal. Love to see nicely built TM armor so good job, Centurion awaits you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Thank you so much@TheSwede Yeah those gaps need to be closed - shimming is not really an option, dont think it would look good..so to the gym it is Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSwede[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 1 minute ago, Laura said: so to the gym it is That’s the spirit Trooper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Yaaay! Basic approval is in! Now waiting for my TKID Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CableGuy[Admin] Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Yaaay! Basic approval is in! Now waiting for my TKID Sent from my SM-G800F using TapatalkThat’s awesome! Many congrats. :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSwede[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 1 hour ago, Laura said: Yaaay! Basic approval is in! Now waiting for my TKID Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk 11 minutes ago, CableGuy said: That’s awesome! Many congrats. :-) Wait?! what?! Your approved already?? I thought you meant you submitted for approval If that`s not the case then let me rephrase: Wohoo! that`s awesome! congratulations and welcome to the Legion Trooper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura[TK] Posted August 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Wait?! what?! Your approved already?? I thought you meant you submitted for approval:rolleyes: If that`s not the case then let me rephrase: Wohoo! that`s awesome! congratulations and welcome to the Legion Trooper:salute: That's how we roll in NL Very happy with the swift reply of my GML. Thank youuu! Also for all the help!! So much appreciated! Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumpy~[501st] Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Good job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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