fuumantroop[TK] Posted March 20, 2015 Report Posted March 20, 2015 Congrats!!! My application should be in this weekend! 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted March 20, 2015 Author Report Posted March 20, 2015 Way to go Andrew!!! Good luck on your Centurion application! 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted March 24, 2015 Author Report Posted March 24, 2015 (edited) REPAIR WORK ON iCOMM UNIT Since my unit is out of warranty, I couldn't get a replacement. So here's what I did to fix it myself. My iComm was giving me problems last month so I took some time to work on it. If you get a "beep-beep-beep-beep-beep-beep-beep-etc....." sound from your iComm, here are a few troubleshooting tests: 1. First, charge up your Aker to 100% (usually overnight), if you still get the beep 100x sound...go to the next step. 2. Replace the internal battery, like this . . . This battery will need to be replaced: Its a simple plug and play battery swap out. AtBatt.com was the cheapest and best place to order my battery. Thanks for visiting today! Edited March 24, 2015 by Haribon72 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 23, 2015 Author Report Posted April 23, 2015 (edited) My pictures from Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim 2015. FISD GROUP PHOTO With Mr Gazmosis (Steve)...Centurion Approved!!! With our awesome detachment leader . . . Mr. DarthAloha (Eric) My wife and I . . . Honeymoon Celebration photo (see did all the special effects on her smartphone) Edited May 11, 2015 by Haribon72 1 Quote
The5thHorseman[501st] Posted April 23, 2015 Report Posted April 23, 2015 Very cool pictures! Must be proud! Knowing that you are on the FISD picture I've been trying to spot you. Here's my bet: Right? Wrong? 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 23, 2015 Author Report Posted April 23, 2015 Hahahahahha! Hero helmets are easy to spot! Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 23, 2015 Author Report Posted April 23, 2015 The group photo shoot felt like a graduation ceremony. Quote
The5thHorseman[501st] Posted April 23, 2015 Report Posted April 23, 2015 Hahahahahha! Hero helmets are easy to spot! No sh*t?!? I got it right on the first go?!? Damn i impress myself Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 23, 2015 Author Report Posted April 23, 2015 Are you in the group photo as well? I missed you at Celebration. Quote
The5thHorseman[501st] Posted April 23, 2015 Report Posted April 23, 2015 Nop, i'm not there . Actually there was no troopers from France, it really cost too much for us. 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 24, 2015 Author Report Posted April 24, 2015 If the wife and I can make it to Celebration in London (2016), we'll have a FISD group photo and dinner party! 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted May 29, 2015 Author Report Posted May 29, 2015 New Throat Mic for Trooping I just received my new throat mic for trooping. I ordered it on May 5th, 2015. It arrived today. It took twenty-five (25) days to arrive to my desk. I will test it out this weekend. Here are the pictures (unpackaging) . . . Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted June 12, 2015 Author Report Posted June 12, 2015 (edited) Update on the throat mic: So I think I might either have a busted unit = no clear sound and very distorted or this thing does like large troopers. Also, this thing is very short around my thick neck. I'm going to have a fellow garrison member check it out before I return it. That's my report for now. ========================================= Updated 03/21/2016: I gave my throat mic away to another trooper in our garrison. I never found a replacement. Edited March 21, 2016 by Haribon72 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted March 21, 2016 Author Report Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) Just wanted to share some pictures from the Inaugural Silicon Valley Comic Con (03/19/2016). We had the honor to escort the founder of the event, Steve Wozniak, to the stage of the opening ceremony. This is one of those rare moments and opportunities. That's me on the left. Golden Gate Garrison Also, I want every new TK builder to know, the 501st Legion comes in every shape, size, and gender. You don't have to be the "perfect" movie body type. We come in all shapes and sizes! I'm one of the larger TK's in the legion and dayam proud of it! I'm on the far right! Edited March 21, 2016 by Haribon72 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 8, 2016 Author Report Posted April 8, 2016 (edited) HOW I ADDED SHIMS TO MY LARGE THIGHS * Before starting this process, get a friend to help you measure your custom shims required to cover your back thighs. I recommend using simple cardboard to make templates (stencils) first and then cutting the ABS plastic. If you need ABS extension plastics, I recommend getting them from our friends at TrooperBay.com. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello Everyone, For large troopers like me, I had to shim my thighs to fit me. There's new people visiting the FISD and I wanted to help. Below are a few images on how I completed this special task. Please feel free to message me with your questions below. I'm happy to help. If you're wondering if "shimmed thighs" are approved for Centurion, they answer is yes! This is how I covered the gaps in between the thigh armor and custom shims. I used Apoxie Sculpt because its non-toxic and easier to work with (remember to wear gloves). All you need is water in a spray bottle to keep it moist as your working the compound into the gaps. Be sure not to use too much water. Just keep it moist like clay or joint compound (like sheet rock work). Allow to dry overnight and then sand down the area to a finished and smooth look and feel. I used various sand paper to smooth out the rough surfaces left from the dried Apoxie Sculpt. Please note: You only have to cover up the outside finish of the thighs to make look like one piece. No cover up work required for the inside of the thighs. You can use automotive bondo, ABS paste, or other compounds. Its totally up to you and your comfort level. Always remember to follow the manufacturer's information on use, handling, clean up, and safety concerns. Now, the primer and spray paint will be your greatest challenge. Since my NE kit is glossy white, I was able to use an all in one primer and paint - Rustoleum glossy white. I would suggest bringing your thigh armor to your local paint or hardware store and asking an experienced associate on color matching. Good Luck and let me know your project turns out. Edited April 27, 2017 by Haribon72 3 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted April 27, 2016 Author Report Posted April 27, 2016 Thank you AJ! I hope it helps everyone that needs to add shims. =) Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted September 4, 2018 Author Report Posted September 4, 2018 Bump to the top for those that need tutorial on the THIGH SHIMMING process for LARGE THIGHS. Hope everyone is doing well. Yes, I'm still around and happy to help those in need. I've been getting a few more private messages about large thighs and how to shim. So here it is. Enjoy! Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted September 4, 2018 Report Posted September 4, 2018 21 minutes ago, Haribon72 said: Bump to the top for those that need tutorial on the THIGH SHIMMING process for LARGE THIGHS. Hope everyone is doing well. Yes, I'm still around and happy to help those in need. I've been getting a few more private messages about large thighs and how to shim. So here it is. Enjoy! Ghost of Christmas past lol 1 Quote
Haribon72[TK] Posted September 4, 2018 Author Report Posted September 4, 2018 hahahhahahahhaha!!! Quote
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