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Try this, Timothy.. https://trooperbay.com/trooper-helmet-masking-templates.html If you drop me a PM, I can give you some instructions on how best to use them.

Absolutely spot-on advice from Ian there, Sean, especially the part about avoiding the first two makers you mentioned.

AWESOME photos, Eric! Now that looks it was a fun troop!

Wow, Richard, this a really nice, clean build! I especially like the paint job and the perfect sniper knee plate attachment. Great eye for detail, sir, and a job well done!

I agree with Jason that the Velcro on the shoulder bells will more than likely need to be removed for EIB certification. The rivets and 45 degree cuts are only required for Centurion, though

I would be wary of anything coming from China, since E-6000 is manufactured in Pineville, Louisiana in the US. There was a thread a while back from someone who purchased some "bootleg" E-6000 which was total garbage, and did not work well at all.

One thing I would recommend for this type of bin is to pick up some 1 inch thick foam "chair seat cushions" from Joanne's fabrics (or similar) and glue it to the inside walls. (You will have to cut it down in the area where the lift-out box fits in, though). It just helps protect your armor from getting possibly broken from loading/unloading your bin. Side note: If you pull the extension handle out just enough, the lift-out box fits nicely inside it.

You might want to hit up Tim, (Dark CMF) on here... He also has the classic strapping system, and uses a certain size suitcase for transport/storage. He would be happy to give you the dimensions or maybe post a pic of his.

Your ingenuity seems to be never-ending, Ben. Great job!

I use the same type, but the Husky brand. Available at Home Depot for about $65.00.

REALLY nice work on the butt stock, Amanda!

Thanks for posting that, Steve, and great idea, Jonathan! Looks like we are up to 12 or so, including the five I would buy. It does surprise me that more HWTs haven't weighed in yet... I emailed the 501st LMOs, Scott and Lesley, and will keep this up to date. Fingers crossed!

Holy crow, Mark, great job!!! I think you missed your calling!

Your'e almost there, Justin! I think Tony or Andrew may address this in the "Centurion suggestions" part, but I thought you might want a heads-up.. How wide is your thermal detonator? The caps look like they may have to be trimmed to meet the maximum 7 1/4 to 71/2 inch width, (it may just be my failing eyesight, though).. Also, you will need to have the outside of your drop boxes lined up with the edge of your ammo belt. You may just need a safety pin or something similar to keep em' in place. I forgot to mention this in my last post, but damned fine job on that scratch built E-11!!

I thought about it, but it would just be too difficult to carry a T-21 and a candy bucket...

Excellent paint work!

That is what I did, James, and yes, it will get you to Centurion just as Vern said. Glad to hear you are shooting for for the top!

I used the "dry brush" technique, Chris. I watched this video on Youtube, but scaled it back quite a bit to make it more subtle, as he went a bit heavy for my particular liking. I used silver paint, and mixed a tiny amount of black in with it, and used a slightly larger brush. You can experiment a bit, and if worse comes to worse, hit the areas with the black spray paint again. For the scope, you can purchase the Testors or Humbrol brass color, and use the same method. Just don't go too heavy on any of the weathering.

Just signed up for 3 troops at the local Cineopolis theater. Their official corporate policy for these events is that (prop) weapons and full costume are allowed while "working", but that weapons shall not be pointed at anyone at any time, including those taking photos. (Common sense). Helmets/masks must be removed inside the theater. As a bonus, they are setting up a charity drive at our location! The only bad part about these troops is that with 11,000 people expected, I may end up having to park in a different area code.

Way to go, Dan, and a big CONGRATS on your new rank, Centurion!

You can trim the sides all the way to edge of the "bumps". The length can be trimmed as needed.

Really nice job, Justin, and great job on the painting! You may want to post close-up pics of your bucket, (front, sides, back), and include one that shows the color of your lenses. Looks like you are shooting for Centurion, so I would also paint the rivets on your thigh ammo pack white.

Thank you so much for sharing this, Ken. That giant smile says it all, and I think this is one troop you are going to remember for a long, long time. Great job, gentlemen.... great job indeed.

Good call.

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