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Thank you Anthony!    I see we're from the same garrison.    See you soon at the next troop!

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Updating my Side Shims using Apoxie Sculpt

 

NOTE:  

This shim pattern is no longer acceptable.  Please do not follow my shim example below.  Its no longer acceptable.  I will try to update this post when I get the chance. Thank you!  04/08/2016.

This is not a requirement, but I would like a clean look on my torso area.  I originally used ABS paste to fill in the seam between my cod plate and side shims.   I'm using Apoxie Sculpt again to update my side shims for EIB and Centurion Application (again...not a requirement but I want a clean look).  Here's how I did it:

 

 

After applying Apoxie Sculpt 24 hours ago, its time to scrap off and smooth out to an even look.

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I used my handy Kreshaw knife to remove the excess clay

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Next I used plumbers sanding tape to smooth out the roughness

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Finally, I used a fine sanding block to give it a final smooth finish

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Now its ready to paint.   

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Again, I'm using Rust-Oleum 2x Ultra Cover Paint + Primer Gloss White.   This is a perfect color match for NE armor.

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After two coats, this is the current look.   You can't tell the shims are there anymore unless your getting a close up look.

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Finished.

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Very nice job on that seam. I doubt anyone will see it, unless you point it out.

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Thanks Scott!   :duim:    

 

I found people using Apoxie Sculpt on the RPF (Replica Prop Forum).     

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EXPERT INFANTRY BADGE COMPLETED TODAY!

 

Time to work on the final level . . .   CENTURION  . . .

 

 

1.  Analysis the ANH Centurion requirements carefully.  I don't want to miss anything.

2.  Knock down the gold on the scope of your blaster.    The scope needs to be darken with no gold and battle weathered for great effects. 

3. I have been given the challenge to get into my armor in less than eight minutes.  I will make some changes to my approach (challenge given by my fellow GGG members).

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Congratulations on achieving EIB!  Can't wait to see you accomplish the eight minute challenge.  What a great goal!

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Congratulations! Those side shims look frickin' great! I'm looking forward to congratulate you again on your Centurion achievement.

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Thank you Diana, Kyle, and Greg!   Wow Greg!   Centurion Badge looks awesome on your info list!

 

So today...I made some progress on my Centurion preparations:

 

Knock down the gold on the scope of your blaster.    

The scope needs to be darken with no gold and battle weathered for great effects. 

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DONE!

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YOU CAN STILL SEE THE SCOPE INFO & MARKINGS

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Adding Great Effects and Weathering

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Tomorrow, I will add some battle damage and weathering.  To be continued  . . .   needs to dry tonight!

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Fixing the ANH Holster

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Holster straps need to be in the back instead of the front. 

 

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I was too lazy to go get 9mm rivets.   Instead I had Chicago screws in the garage.

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DONE!

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I like this updated look!

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I submitted my application for Centurion status.     Follow the thread here . . . 

http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/30490-tk-61972-requesting-anh-hero-centurion-status-ne/

 

 

Can you do this with your armor?     :peace:

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During my build I made sure I could bend down to put on my lower legs myself.

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Yeah, I'm not liking you much any more either!

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CENTURION STATUS ! ! ! 


 


Time to do the Happy Dance . . . for Tolo and Mutter  :laugh1:


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Hahaha congrats!!

 

 

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Well played, Walter. Well played. :-)

 

And a hearty congratulations! You rocked this build!

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