The5thHorseman[501st] Posted April 12, 2014 Report Posted April 12, 2014 Well, you might need to buy a new Sniper knee plate, not because of the fit, but because it looks like you have completely removed its top return edge which shouldn't be the case: Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted April 13, 2014 Author Report Posted April 13, 2014 Good luck with the anti bullying campaign Adam. Such a worthy cause! I did notice the knee plate trimming Germain (after the fact of course). I think I'll get to my basic 501st as is , then consider a new one for future certification. Might need too hit MTK up to see about shipping one to me. Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted April 24, 2014 Author Report Posted April 24, 2014 Knee plate under construction/renovation. Stay tuned for that one....... So, I got my measurements set Made up my elastic snaps. Seen here with the bits that will be glued onto the armor (and don't worry about the tape. That is just there to check my lengths) My first thoughts were to put two snaps at each end as I have for strength, then when I made the straps I thought, jeez these are tough, it's going to be tough pulling them apart. When I did measure them up, pull them apart, added E6000 to the fabric pieces, only to realise they were that tough, and I broke them trying to pull them apart! So, once again my build is on hold until I can get more elastic to make new straps. I think my problem was they were too thick. I doubled the elastic, plus put a piece of ABS in the middle to make it strong. It is obviously too thick for the snap to make a secure hold. Quote
Jaren[TK] Posted May 18, 2014 Report Posted May 18, 2014 Wow! Looking good to me. I hope to build my MTK as good as yours! Quote
Sly11[Admin] Posted May 20, 2014 Report Posted May 20, 2014 Great build Must get on to MTK to suss some pricing on this kit Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted May 20, 2014 Author Report Posted May 20, 2014 Thanks guys. New snaps and a snap tool on order. I've had two batces of snaps fail on me, therefore no recent progress. Hopefully more to report soon.... Andrew - message "MTK" directly here, or message me and I'll give you some details. Price and turnaround time (2 days) were big selling points for me. Quote
toybiz[TK] Posted May 21, 2014 Report Posted May 21, 2014 Can't wait to see the story continue to unfold! Have you finished all your trimming? Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted May 21, 2014 Author Report Posted May 21, 2014 Pretty much Adam. Just haven't trimmed the thighs. Waiting till I can wear the torso properly to line them up. I paid a bit more to buy the snaps locally (instead of the US) so hopefully they arrive soon. Quote
toybiz[TK] Posted May 22, 2014 Report Posted May 22, 2014 Great! Just remember to do your fitting on your thighs while wearing your under suit. There is a difference in fit! Also remember to consider the taper to the knee. Not that it would keep you from basic 501st approval, but after going to WonderCon in April, I was able to see a good number of other TK builds up close and noticed the knee opening wasn't addressed on quite a few. This will add to your overall fitted look and you could potentially avoid some armor clank noise when walking. Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted May 22, 2014 Author Report Posted May 22, 2014 Also remember to consider the taper to the knee. Not that it would keep you from basic 501st approval, but after going to WonderCon in April, I was able to see a good number of other TK builds up close and noticed the knee opening wasn't addressed on quite a few. This will add to your overall fitted look and you could potentially avoid some armor clank noise when walking. Sorry, what do you mean by that Adam? Quote
Clonecollector[TK] Posted May 22, 2014 Report Posted May 22, 2014 Sorry, what do you mean by that Adam? Sometimes troopers don't make the opening at the knee small enough. This makes the thigh look like a bell. You want the knee to be tapered. It also prevents the sniper plate from slipping under the thigh at the knee. Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted May 22, 2014 Author Report Posted May 22, 2014 Ah yes, tapering the whole thigh from top to bottom (knee). Yes, I'll make sure I try to get that right Quote
gazmosis[501st] Posted May 23, 2014 Report Posted May 23, 2014 Get someone to help you with the fitting of all your parts. It makes I so much easier! Make sure you wear your boots when fitting your shins Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted May 23, 2014 Author Report Posted May 23, 2014 Thanks Steve. That was one of my other delays. Waiting for boots to come in stock. I have them now, so full steam ahead! Quote
toybiz[TK] Posted May 24, 2014 Report Posted May 24, 2014 Can't wait to see another MTK join the ranks! Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted May 26, 2014 Author Report Posted May 26, 2014 Finally getting some progress made... Check this thread for my Boot and hand guard painting process: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/27403-another-boot-thread-but-with-spray-paint/ With my third purchase of snaps, these ones seem to be working well, so can finally get some glued on. Well, after grinding the old ones off, these new ones back on. And the shoulder bridges measured, marked and glued. I'll be able to wear the torso section soon. Woo Hoo!! Also, sold my Stormtrooper Undersuit (was too big) and bought some compression gear from Kmart. $20- top, $20- bottom, Can't go wrong with that. Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Posted June 18, 2014 (edited) Just thought I'd better check in after a little more progress. Check this thread for my Boot and hand guard painting process: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/27403-another-boot-thread-but-with-spray-paint/ Finished the boots, Check them out ^^^ Pretty much have the torso done. Just waiting on a mate to trim the sides (ab/kidney) to size. Will post some more pics when that's done. In the mean time, boots and hand guards done, in the above thread, and did some sewing!! (and drew more blood) Edited June 18, 2014 by Sith Lord Quote
toybiz[TK] Posted June 21, 2014 Report Posted June 21, 2014 Wielding that knife....I should call you TK-Rambo First Blood! Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted June 21, 2014 Author Report Posted June 21, 2014 Wielding that knife....I should call you TK-Rambo First Blood! rambo-first-blood_d86ee0c5.jpg Ummm, I must be missing something here..?? Quote
toybiz[TK] Posted June 21, 2014 Report Posted June 21, 2014 I think that's my poor attempt at humor regarding your comments about drawing blood while working on your armor. Quote
toybiz[TK] Posted June 21, 2014 Report Posted June 21, 2014 (edited) Are you planning to install straps on the front of the Chest piece down to the Ab piece? Edited June 21, 2014 by toybiz Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted June 21, 2014 Author Report Posted June 21, 2014 I think that's my poor attempt at humor regarding your comments about drawing blood while working on your armor. Ahhh, PLOL, (P stands for pretend) Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted June 21, 2014 Author Report Posted June 21, 2014 Are you planning to install straps on the front of the Chest piece down to the Ab piece? Yes, I am Adam. Got all that sorted last night. Tell you what, they'll be a technique to get the crotch strap done up while getting kitted up. Got a mate coming around this morning to help me trim the sides to fit.... Quote
I'm Batman[501st] Posted June 23, 2014 Author Report Posted June 23, 2014 (edited) This bunch of white plastic is starting to resemble some armor. First major test fit with the snaps and elastic holding everything together. Tape on the sides there to confirm where I cut the sides were good. Butts hanging down a bit. Just not snapped to the cod at the moment. And drilled my rivet holes on the side - 10mm from the edge, evenly spaced Edited June 23, 2014 by Sith Lord Quote
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