Johnic Posted June 17 Report Posted June 17 Just getting going in researching all the parts and pieces but wanted to start a build thread now to document every step. Sorry for the current lack of info just yet. Stay tuned on my journey and looking forward to all the help I can get ! John 2 Quote
TKMC Posted June 17 Report Posted June 17 A journey of 10,000 miles starts with the first step. All the best for your build. Theres a lot of information readily available. Hope onto your local garrison site, introduce yourself and volunteer to wrangle. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 5 minutes ago, TKMC said: A journey of 10,000 miles starts with the first step. All the best for your build. Theres a lot of information readily available. Hope onto your local garrison site, introduce yourself and volunteer to wrangle. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yup, I joined my local Garrison today and hoping they will ask me to help out. Looking forward to the journey even though I’m 55 years old I’m hoping I can get it done 1 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 17 Report Posted June 17 Looking forward to seeing your progress, there's more than a few over 50's and above troopers around Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 22 minutes ago, gmrhodes13 said: Looking forward to seeing your progress, there's more than a few over 50's and above troopers around lol….glad to hear that ! Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 OK...I'm Excited. I just ordered my full TK Stunt Kit from Walts Trooper Factory. Super helpful nice guy, spoke to him at length on the phone. Just need to sort out where to source the rest. Quote
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted June 17 Report Posted June 17 Hey John , great to see you're on the way to the imperial army. Good Luck. It would be usefull is you can make a list of the parts you need to complete your build so you can receive some suggestions about where to find. Looking forward for your BBB day first photos Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 41 minutes ago, TKSpartan said: Hey John , great to see you're on the way to the imperial army. Good Luck. It would be usefull is you can make a list of the parts you need to complete your build so you can receive some suggestions about where to find. Looking forward for your BBB day first photos Good Idea to create a list...Well, I need everything else but the Walts Kit at this point. Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 (edited) Here's my current List from my Google Doc Spread Sheet: Am I missing anything ? Here's the link to my spread sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nucXBY4u1tp0vI8rYld0VwvK6lWhYpxpFDbIYG1z7wM/edit?usp=sharing Neck Seal Base Top Layer Base Layer Botom Gloves Helmet Fan Vocoder Voice Amp Belt Holster Boots Blaster E11 Velcro Straps Helmet Pads Edited June 17 by Johnic Quote
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted June 17 Report Posted June 17 You may want to take a read of this. If you want to add some fans into your helmet, I have had a great experience with this https://www.etsy.com/shop/HenrysHelmetFans?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1267213613&from_page=listing Sound system and accesories https://www.etsy.com/shop/UkswrathsSpeciality https://www.etsy.com/shop/TrooperbayShop Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 4 minutes ago, TKSpartan said: You may want to take a read of this. If you want to add some fans into your helmet, I have had a great experience with this https://www.etsy.com/shop/HenrysHelmetFans?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1267213613&from_page=listing Sound system and accesories https://www.etsy.com/shop/UkswrathsSpeciality https://www.etsy.com/shop/TrooperbayShop Sweet, thanks! Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 Ya think I can rework these to white as one of the post here did ? https://www.amazon.com/Temeshu-Chelsea-Boots-Casual-Dress/dp/B0DFHRBRPS/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1USC2T5SCYBA8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LvcjkuX19Kxu5uHAE_If3BkoqgkOkyfURAWnZxkze_OVQD8epgbKXD4d_zcAsEwjXXR5DZEqyyLqUg3ugU7N47B8ZQHefs4yL5-4JQgHvxpHvqa00W97dyQ_7xHVcwbyZRGEv1ORSUiSn0reU1eBR53vHuYSWcOKmI6hSIP2BvGd9ynND5srIl_NOU7avsDQsepN8V8h4bd8oe83pgCBrIQ8JK2vRc-46SGl20AxCsvaRLt2tFkHXAzMgqWT0igCsDCk497JX8XuKRdGatPi2l4NfSETvInsxP4MdyxsJJg.D5bRZOcbA-DQqkWqSmx5qeenp-bXvOjgwiq_5-1RoSg&dib_tag=se&keywords=black%2Bamsterdam%2Bboots&qid=1781735275&sprefix=black%2Bamsterdams%2Bboots%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-6&th=1&psc=1 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 17 Report Posted June 17 44 minutes ago, Johnic said: Ya think I can rework these to white as one of the post here did ? https://www.amazon.com/Temeshu-Chelsea-Boots-Casual-Dress/dp/B0DFHRBRPS/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1USC2T5SCYBA8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LvcjkuX19Kxu5uHAE_If3BkoqgkOkyfURAWnZxkze_OVQD8epgbKXD4d_zcAsEwjXXR5DZEqyyLqUg3ugU7N47B8ZQHefs4yL5-4JQgHvxpHvqa00W97dyQ_7xHVcwbyZRGEv1ORSUiSn0reU1eBR53vHuYSWcOKmI6hSIP2BvGd9ynND5srIl_NOU7avsDQsepN8V8h4bd8oe83pgCBrIQ8JK2vRc-46SGl20AxCsvaRLt2tFkHXAzMgqWT0igCsDCk497JX8XuKRdGatPi2l4NfSETvInsxP4MdyxsJJg.D5bRZOcbA-DQqkWqSmx5qeenp-bXvOjgwiq_5-1RoSg&dib_tag=se&keywords=black%2Bamsterdam%2Bboots&qid=1781735275&sprefix=black%2Bamsterdams%2Bboots%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-6&th=1&psc=1 The problem with a lot of boots is they are not tall enough which causes them to slip out from under the shins when moving, they look short to me. Gallery for boots is here for comparison Quote
Johnic Posted June 17 Author Report Posted June 17 32 minutes ago, gmrhodes13 said: The problem with a lot of boots is they are not tall enough which causes them to slip out from under the shins when moving, they look short to me. Gallery for boots is here for comparison Interesting, glad I posted this here. 1 Quote
Johnic Posted June 18 Author Report Posted June 18 8 hours ago, TKSpartan said: You may want to take a read of this. If you want to add some fans into your helmet, I have had a great experience with this https://www.etsy.com/shop/HenrysHelmetFans?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1267213613&from_page=listing Sound system and accesories https://www.etsy.com/shop/UkswrathsSpeciality https://www.etsy.com/shop/TrooperbayShop Thanks Again, I think I'm going to get this one: https://www.etsy.com/listing/525718278/stormtrooper-audio-system-with-icomm?ref=shop_home_feat_1&sr_prefetch=1&pf_from=shop_home&frs=1&sts=1&logging_key=a9595014e357a28cadd662ee3135ae21a86c77d7%3A525718278 1 Quote
Johnic Posted June 18 Author Report Posted June 18 Any suggestions for the right straps and snaps etc ? Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 19 Report Posted June 19 Strapping Systems Rivet Setting 101 by justjoseph63 (Print PDF) Snap Setting 101 by justjoseph63 (Print PDF) Snap Setting Hardware Solutions by TheRascalKing E6000 and Snaps Discussion by Harbinger, Snap Options by ukswrath Snaps with Rivet Heads by TheSwede Split Rivet Placement by DroidHunter How to Use a Rivet Tool by huttman How to Make Snap Plates by stukatrooper Elastic ABS Reinforcement by Cricket Magnetic Shin Closures by Cricket (Print PDF) Magnetic Shin Closures (supplement) by Zugor Alternate Magnetic Shin Closures by OddViking327 Types of Inner Strapping by Shinyarmour1 Internal Strapping by justjoseph63, nrgband RascalSnaps by TheRascalKing Thigh Garter System by Pencap510 Making Thigh Garters by Spectre Bicep Hooks by Pyrates and Brent Shin stabilization by Cricket and themaninthesuitcase 1 Quote
Johnic Posted June 21 Author Report Posted June 21 On 6/19/2026 at 3:28 PM, gmrhodes13 said: Strapping Systems Rivet Setting 101 by justjoseph63 (Print PDF) Snap Setting 101 by justjoseph63 (Print PDF) Snap Setting Hardware Solutions by TheRascalKing E6000 and Snaps Discussion by Harbinger, Snap Options by ukswrath Snaps with Rivet Heads by TheSwede Split Rivet Placement by DroidHunter How to Use a Rivet Tool by huttman How to Make Snap Plates by stukatrooper Elastic ABS Reinforcement by Cricket Magnetic Shin Closures by Cricket (Print PDF) Magnetic Shin Closures (supplement) by Zugor Alternate Magnetic Shin Closures by OddViking327 Types of Inner Strapping by Shinyarmour1 Internal Strapping by justjoseph63, nrgband RascalSnaps by TheRascalKing Thigh Garter System by Pencap510 Making Thigh Garters by Spectre Bicep Hooks by Pyrates and Brent Shin stabilization by Cricket and themaninthesuitcase Awesome, thanks alot. 1 Quote
Johnic Posted June 22 Author Report Posted June 22 (edited) I started the E11 ANH 3D printing build from this link: https://www.printables.com/model/162480-sterling-smg-mk4-l2a3-and-anh-e-11-conversion/comments#makes Still alot more to go but its a nice model. All the parts are removeable kinda like the real Sterling. Here's a couple pics of just the start of the project: https://imgur.com/a/9JSrmzr Any feedback Edited June 22 by Johnic Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 22 Report Posted June 22 3 hours ago, Johnic said: I started the E11 ANH 3D printing build from this link: https://www.printables.com/model/162480-sterling-smg-mk4-l2a3-and-anh-e-11-conversion/comments#makes Still alot more to go but its a nice model. All the parts are removeable kinda like the real Sterling. Here's a couple pics of just the start of the project: https://imgur.com/a/9JSrmzr Any feedback You won't find a better set of files, Bryon also does files of the Rogue One blaster, you should have no issues, here's all his models https://www.printables.com/@TK14082_234773 Just remember no print lines should be showing once painted. 3D printed components must have no visible print lines and must be smooth for a realistic appearance When posting photos firstly try to use the "direct link" option as it will have the file extension .jpg, .jpeg, .png .gif etc, etc. Also FYI folks in the UK can't view Imgur images, I've changed to Flickr for that reason but entirely up to you. Quote
Johnic Posted June 23 Author Report Posted June 23 (edited) Yup, I've been working hard to cover up all the print lines for my FDM printer. I have also been using my resin printer for the smaller more detail parts that have writing. So far so good. Thanks for the feedback. Here is the Flickr album: PS: I tried to post this in the "Direct Link" button and the link area turned red and would not work. https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCXmxu Edited June 23 by Johnic Quote
Johnic Posted June 23 Author Report Posted June 23 https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCXmxu Testing the link again Quote
TheRascalKing[TK] Posted June 23 Report Posted June 23 (edited) 35 minutes ago, Johnic said: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCXmxu Testing the link again I'm not a huge fan of Flicker, but if you go the section under Share that says BBCode, you can find the direct image link in there. Example: [url=https://flic.kr/p/2skfLxv]https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55351863347_9576ba3d75_b.jpg[/img][/url][ url=https://flic.kr/p/2skfLxv]E11 Build[/url] by [ url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/158265263@N08/]John Nicolosi[/url], on Flickr Pasting in just the URL I highlighted from the code, then pressing space or return will get you an embedded image as below. Blaster is coming along nicely! Edited June 23 by TheRascalKing Quote
Johnic Posted June 24 Author Report Posted June 24 On 6/23/2026 at 8:54 AM, TheRascalKing said: I'm not a huge fan of Flicker, but if you go the section under Share that says BBCode, you can find the direct image link in there. Example: [url=https://flic.kr/p/2skfLxv]https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55351863347_9576ba3d75_b.jpg[/img][/url][ url=https://flic.kr/p/2skfLxv]E11 Build[/url] by [ url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/158265263@N08/]John Nicolosi[/url], on Flickr Pasting in just the URL I highlighted from the code, then pressing space or return will get you an embedded image as below. Blaster is coming along nicely! Thanks alot for the info. Ya, its too bad we cant post images directly into this forum. Ya, I'm printing some higher detail items with my resin printer. I'll airbrush to whole blaster so as not to overload the paint so the details dont get buried. Quote
TK Trooper Remnant Posted June 28 Report Posted June 28 On 6/24/2026 at 12:54 AM, Johnic said: Yup, I've been working hard to cover up all the print lines for my FDM printer. Hello there, just wondering how your covering up the print lines? I'm considering 3D printing my blaster but have literally no experience with the printers. Quote
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