Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 David Gdula TK-15028 Garrison Carida, Eastern PA Armor = AM Helmet = AM Blaster = Trooper Bay Height = 5'10" Weight = 185 lbs Boots = Imperial Boots Canvas belt = RobKittel (Imperial Issue) Hand Plates = JustJoseph Electronics= ICOMM Neck Seal = Trooper Bay Holster = Trooper Bay Full Body Armor Details Helmet Accessories Blaster Thank you for your consideration! Respectfully, TK-15028 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 Great build and application trooper, a couple of suggestions before the DO's get here: The larger ab plate should have a rectangle or plastic around the plate and no rounded corners, also you could trim the smaller plate a little more Normally the corners are not rounded on the thigh ammo strip and the radius not as curved You may have to remove a little paint from your teeth, does look like some is on the gums Frown is painted gray and does not leave the teeth area Also the rim of the mic tips could be white (reference below) Looks like some silver on your blaster grip, the grip should be gloss black as it was a plastic part so no weathering (again only a suggestion) Belt could come up a touch as well Good luck with the application 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 Hi David, and THANKS for your submission! As Glen mentioned, before we can move you along the paint on the teeth will need to be brought back a bit. This should take less than 15-20 minutes to do, and I look forward to seeing the finished results so that we can get you to EI! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 10 hours ago, gmrhodes13 said: Great build and application trooper, a couple of suggestions before the DO's get here: The larger ab plate should have a rectangle or plastic around the plate and no rounded corners, also you could trim the smaller plate a little more Normally the corners are not rounded on the thigh ammo strip and the radius not as curved You may have to remove a little paint from your teeth, does look like some is on the gums Frown is painted gray and does not leave the teeth area Also the rim of the mic tips could be white (reference below) Looks like some silver on your blaster grip, the grip should be gloss black as it was a plastic part so no weathering (again only a suggestion) Belt could come up a touch as well Good luck with the application Thank you for this feedback! I will work to address each of the suggestions you made as I want my armor to look as good as it possibly can. Regarding the blaster, the handle is gloss black and was illuminated with two light sources so it seemed as if it had silver weathering. Here are two additional photos taken with different lighting that I think will address this concern: Thank you for the expert advice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 3 hours ago, justjoseph63 said: Hi David, and THANKS for your submission! As Glen mentioned, before we can move you along the paint on the teeth will need to be brought back a bit. This should take less than 15-20 minutes to do, and I look forward to seeing the finished results so that we can get you to EI! Thanks for confirming the suggestion about the frown; am I to take it that I only need to bring back the top border, or do I need to do that at the bottom gum as well? I am very grateful for your guidance! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 6 minutes ago, David G said: Thanks for confirming the suggestion about the frown; am I to take it that I only need to bring back the top border, or do I need to do that at the bottom gum as well? I am very grateful for your guidance! Hi, David, just the top border as Joseph pointed will be ok. Good luck Sir. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 24 minutes ago, TKSpartan said: Hi, David, just the top border as Joseph pointed will be ok. Good luck Sir. Thank you for all the clarifications! Here are pictures of the corrected frown: Thanks for considering these new photos. Please forgive the paint flecks; I'll clean that up shiny when I get the go ahead on the frown! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 just right David, so fast response thanks. Just noticed a detail that is also needed to fix for your Hovi Mix Tips according to the CRL for level 2: L2: ... Screens used shall be of a wide type mesh, with the rim of the mic and the inside white or painted white. Reference Images It looks like yours are white inside but needs to add a bit white paint to the rims. easy fix. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 1 hour ago, TKSpartan said: just right David, so fast response thanks. Just noticed a detail that is also needed to fix for your Hovi Mix Tips according to the CRL for level 2: L2: ... Screens used shall be of a wide type mesh, with the rim of the mic and the inside white or painted white. Reference Images It looks like yours are white inside but needs to add a bit white paint to the rims. easy fix. Thanks for catching that oversight! Here are the repainted Hovi Tips: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 Thanks David. @justjoseph63 will be with you shortly. Almost there Trooper. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 You are an ANIMAL on how fast you are, David! I am danged proud of how you have jumped on the requests, sir, and one of us will be with you shortly, so hang in there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 You are an ANIMAL on how fast you are, David! I am danged proud of how you have jumped on the requests, sir, and one of us will be with you shortly, so hang in there.Thank you Joseph!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 Great build and application trooper, a couple of suggestions before the DO's get here: The larger ab plate should have a rectangle or plastic around the plate and no rounded corners, also you could trim the smaller plate a little more Normally the corners are not rounded on the thigh ammo strip and the radius not as curved You may have to remove a little paint from your teeth, does look like some is on the gums Frown is painted gray and does not leave the teeth area Also the rim of the mic tips could be white (reference below) Looks like some silver on your blaster grip, the grip should be gloss black as it was a plastic part so no weathering (again only a suggestion) Belt could come up a touch as well Good luck with the applicationThanks for all those suggestions! I just noticed you had seen the issue with the Hovi tips. Apologies for missing that on my first read. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted September 3, 2020 Report Share Posted September 3, 2020 Great work on the updates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 4, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2020 Great work on the updates I am now at the edge of my seat. LolSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firedog[TK] Posted September 4, 2020 Report Share Posted September 4, 2020 26 minutes ago, David G said: I am now at the edge of my seat. Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Good luck to you David! I know the feeling! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted September 8, 2020 Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 Hi David, and thank you for your EIB application! CRL and EIB Application Requirements: All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Expert Infantry. Congratulations! Other-Armor Fit/Assembly; In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armour. *************************************************** Starting from top: Your Brow Trim appears to be a little lower than screen used, as you can see in the reference images, we suggest to bring it up a bit to ensure more accuracy. Reference Images Although it is not detailed in the CRL . The small buttons plate needs to be taken back a bit. The sides should not extend over the raised ridges, but should sit inside them and have no rounded corners. This may take some work but, take for sure it makes a big difference in the overall look. Reference Images The angle on the top of the sniper knee plate. It's close, but for a better look we are recommending that you trim it down to closer match the reference images. This is an easy fix. Reference Images We noticed that your thigh ammo belt needs a small shape adjustment, as you can see in the references, they have a right angle cut , not rounded. Reference Images *************************************************** Centurion Requirements; In this section we prepare you for Centurion. Because Centurion photos show more detail than EIB, items pertaining to Centurion might be seen there and not here and additional photos may be required. We try to point out all that we can from what we see, but the final accuracy is the responsibility of the trooper. Crl L3 : There should be a minimal gap between the shoulder armor and the chest/back plates. For L3, the tops of the shoulder bells must touch the shoulder strap. Your shoulder bells are almost fine, I think only a few adjustments are needed. You can try shortening the bells-shoulder connection straps and checking if you have removed all the lower return edge from the bottom of the bells Reference Images Centurion Level is all about details, not only CRl requirements but screen used armors references to help you look the best. Looking at your larger Ab buttons plate , it should have a rectangle or plastic around the plate and no rounded corners. Reference Images This can be fixed by adding a piece of ABS plastic behind and filling the gaps with ABS paste and sanding. Crl L3: The top of the ABS ammo belt should sit at or just above the bottom of the central and vertical abdomen button panels.Your ABS belt is riding a little low, and needs to sit "...just above the bottom of the ... ab button panels". Adding some Velcro behind it and an the bottom of the ab-plate should correct make the trick. Easy for you mate. Reference Images That's all David, congratulations for being part of the EIB 1000 and we hope to see your Centurion request in a near future Trooper . *************************************************** 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemi[Staff] Posted September 8, 2020 Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 (edited) Congratulations #997!!!!!! A pair of easy fixes and you will have centurion level!!!! Regards... Edited September 8, 2020 by Chemi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaskedVengeance[Staff] Posted September 8, 2020 Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 Congrats, David! You made it into the first 1k!That looks like a Hellhounds rubber E-11, which Daniel initially distributed via Trooperbay. I got mine during the Christmas sale. How do you like yours?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatetrooper[TK] Posted September 8, 2020 Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 Awesome news, and you're in the first 1000! Congratulations, David! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firedog[TK] Posted September 8, 2020 Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 Congrats David! Welcome to EI! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 3 hours ago, TKSpartan said: Hi David, and thank you for your EIB application! CRL and EIB Application Requirements: All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Expert Infantry. Congratulations! Other-Armor Fit/Assembly; In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armour. *************************************************** Starting from top: Your Brow Trim appears to be a little lower than screen used, as you can see in the reference images, we suggest to bring it up a bit to ensure more accuracy. Reference Images Although it is not detailed in the CRL . The small buttons plate needs to be taken back a bit. The sides should not extend over the raised ridges, but should sit inside them and have no rounded corners. This may take some work but, take for sure it makes a big difference in the overall look. Reference Images The angle on the top of the sniper knee plate. It's close, but for a better look we are recommending that you trim it down to closer match the reference images. This is an easy fix. Reference Images We noticed that your thigh ammo belt needs a small shape adjustment, as you can see in the references, they have a right angle cut , not rounded. Reference Images *************************************************** Centurion Requirements; In this section we prepare you for Centurion. Because Centurion photos show more detail than EIB, items pertaining to Centurion might be seen there and not here and additional photos may be required. We try to point out all that we can from what we see, but the final accuracy is the responsibility of the trooper. Crl L3 : There should be a minimal gap between the shoulder armor and the chest/back plates. For L3, the tops of the shoulder bells must touch the shoulder strap. Your shoulder bells are almost fine, I think only a few adjustments are needed. You can try shortening the bells-shoulder connection straps and checking if you have removed all the lower return edge from the bottom of the bells Reference Images Centurion Level is all about details, not only CRl requirements but screen used armors references to help you look the best. Looking at your larger Ab buttons plate , it should have a rectangle or plastic around the plate and no rounded corners. Reference Images This can be fixed by adding a piece of ABS plastic behind and filling the gaps with ABS paste and sanding. Crl L3: The top of the ABS ammo belt should sit at or just above the bottom of the central and vertical abdomen button panels.Your ABS belt is riding a little low, and needs to sit "...just above the bottom of the ... ab button panels". Adding some Velcro behind it and an the bottom of the ab-plate should correct make the trick. Easy for you mate. Reference Images That's all David, congratulations for being part of the EIB 1000 and we hope to see your Centurion request in a near future Trooper . *************************************************** Thank you everyone for the suggestions, guidance, and approval! I hope to address all of the improvements requested in the near future to shoot for Level 3 status. Special thanks to @gatetrooperfor inspiring me to not only finish the build, but to do it with higher levels in mind. He not only helped me finish the build and get approved, but he kept up the pressure with his semi-regular announcements of the March to 1000 campaign progress. When I started the drive there were 40 spots left. This has been inspiring! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 3 hours ago, Chemi said: Congratulations #997!!!!!! A parir of easy fixes and you will have centurion level!!!! Regards... Thank you! I have had these in mind for some time, and I look forward to addressing them and having an amazing Level-3 approved set of shiny whites! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 2 hours ago, gatetrooper said: Awesome news, and you're in the first 1000! Congratulations, David! Couldn't have done it without you, brother! Thanks, TK-14023! You're the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron TK[TK] Posted September 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 1 hour ago, Firedog said: Congrats David! Welcome to EI! Thank you! It is an honor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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