dblcross[TK] Posted April 4, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2023 (edited) Ok, first partial kit up because I want to see how my thighs look. I'm using a belt with 2" nylon and velcro inside the thighs and on the end of the nylon for adjustment up and down. Once it's good I may change it to a snap-type system with the belt. At the moment I don't have any rear shots because the other half is still at work. once she's home, which is why I'm not wearing my boots! I couldn't get them on! I'll suit up again for some rear shots. Also, I've got the wrong size double cap rivets, so my ammo pack isn't ready. Any input on this would be wonderful! Jeez, you wonder if I'm from Memphis, TN. with Elvis whiskey in the background! Edited April 4, 2023 by dblcross spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted April 4, 2023 Report Share Posted April 4, 2023 A little hard to judge spacing without boots for the legs, does make a difference. Can't quite see the overlap of chest to ab but it does look like you could bring the abdomen up a touch. Note the shin cover strip should cover the top ridge, you have yours trimmed below the ridge 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 4, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2023 1 hour ago, gmrhodes13 said: A little hard to judge spacing without boots for the legs, does make a difference. Can't quite see the overlap of chest to ab but it does look like you could bring the abdomen up a touch. Note the shin cover strip should cover the top ridge, you have yours trimmed below the ridge Fixed! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 6, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2023 (edited) My power went out as soon as I suited up but I got a lot done today. Belt finished (I loved[mention=33204]fn1313[/mention] 's use of Chicago screws). Also finished the ammo pack on thigh. Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk Edited April 6, 2023 by dblcross spelling 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FN1313[TK] Posted April 6, 2023 Report Share Posted April 6, 2023 My power went out as soon as I suited up but I got a lot done today. Belt finished (I loved[mention=33204]fn1313[/mention] 's use of Chicago screws). Also finished the ammo pack on thigh . https://i.imgur.com/4521u3R.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/qZZwxNa.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/HaddG9h.jpeg https://imgur.com/a/gqlPXBM https://imgur.com/a/dgmwUjt https://i.imgur.com/1BZPekG.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/5WvWXVw.jpeg looks like I need some adjustment on my thighs. It's velcro so it should be hard to do. https://i.imgur.com/fCSlWAv.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/bWfWIaQ.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/n69Aw3G.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/rBMx4VY.jpg sorry for the links. My power is out and I can't get on the desktop. Sent from my SM-G781V using TapatalkGood work on the belt. I’m just waiting to get access to a sewing machine to sew some of the elastic parts.Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted April 6, 2023 Report Share Posted April 6, 2023 11 hours ago, dblcross said: My power went out as soon as I suited up but I got a lot done today. Belt finished (I loved[mention=33204]fn1313[/mention] 's use of Chicago screws). Also finished the ammo pack on thigh. Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk Looking good, just check your right thigh going a little lower than the left. Easy fix . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted April 6, 2023 Report Share Posted April 6, 2023 Note sure if you can make this out but the bottom curve looks a little off compared to the other side Reference, note they aren't as rounded as some think 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 Note sure if you can make this out but the bottom curve looks a little off compared to the other side Reference, note they aren't as rounded as some think Is this better? Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 I had to move one of my snap plates cause it was way too hard trying to connect it Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggydoc[Staff] Posted April 7, 2023 Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 That lower one can be awkward to reach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 That lower one can be awkward to reachI looked like a dog chasing it's tail trying to reach it. Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FN1313[TK] Posted April 7, 2023 Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 Looks like you went with the nylon strapping mounts too. I found they’d likely be easier to work on.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 Looks like you went with the nylon strapping mounts too. I found they’d likely be easier to work on.Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI would agree 100%. I've still got a few more to change out. Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FN1313[TK] Posted April 7, 2023 Report Share Posted April 7, 2023 Yeah I didn’t know how well it would hold or work, but so far seems good. I’m just sanding the armor where I’m gluing them.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 8, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2023 ABS paste gap filling and repair night Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 8, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2023 Also, when I get bored at work, I run to the forums. Finally I realized my shins were closing the wrong way (inside to out) so I spent the evening fixing that. If you want to see mistakes and then fixes, just hang out!Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 8, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2023 I really need to get my storage bin bought. My BBB is hanging in there! Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted April 8, 2023 Report Share Posted April 8, 2023 8 hours ago, dblcross said: I really need to get my storage bin bought. My BBB is hanging in there! A very common image Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FN1313[TK] Posted April 8, 2023 Report Share Posted April 8, 2023 A very common image My wife wonders when she gets her living room back. I said next paycheck.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 10, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 Any suggestion on how to keep my thigh harness belt from slipping down when I breathe? Should I consider suspenders? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted April 10, 2023 Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 20 minutes ago, dblcross said: Any suggestion on how to keep my thigh harness belt from slipping down when I breathe? Should I consider suspenders? My belt is supported by braces over my shoulders 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggydoc[Staff] Posted April 10, 2023 Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 21 minutes ago, dblcross said: Any suggestion on how to keep my thigh harness belt from slipping down when I breathe? Should I consider suspenders? I had the same problem and rigged up suspenders and they work very well 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly11[Admin] Posted April 10, 2023 Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 Suspenders for the easy win. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 10, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 My belt is supported by braces over my shoulders Did you make these?Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblcross[TK] Posted April 10, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 Did you make these?Sent from my SM-G781V using TapatalkOk I understand the diagram, top right is now. Sent from my SM-G781V using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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