ukswrath[Staff] Posted June 18, 2015 Report Posted June 18, 2015 Well the boxes have begun to arrive. So excited http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y200/ukswrath1/ANOVOS/TFA/Brown%20Box.jpg Tools: Exacto knifes (large & small) Lexan Scissors http://www.amazon.com/Duratrax-Body-Scissors-Reamer-3-Piece/dp/B007KN0RQM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1441204195&sr=8-2&keywords=lexan+scissors&pebp=1441204247995&perid=1E2086K8TZ8RZFFQEB6K Optional but highly recommended: Dremel (or equivalent) http://www.amazon.com/WEN-2307-Variable-100-Piece-Accessories/dp/B00A8DXKXS/ref=sr_1_2?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1441204317&sr=1-2&keywords=dremel&pebp=1441204320209&perid=07G870JQ8R30T9MKD32X Optional but highly recommended: Dremel plastic cutting wheel http://www.amazon.com/Gyros-46-20199-Cutter-Dremel-8-Inch/dp/B000U5ZZXC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1441204290&sr=8-4&keywords=dremel+plastic+cutter+wheel Optional but highly recommended: Dremel small carbide cutting bit, large and small sanding drums - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002OTIZ4I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00 Drill with 7/32" & 3/8" drill bits Steel ruler (large & small) http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-Cut-Resistant-Large-Gloves-7008-06/205813582 Square http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-Cut-Resistant-Large-Gloves-7008-06/205813582 40+ magnets http://www.ebay.com/itm/281363537848?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT 10+ assorted clamps http://www.homedepot.com/p/OLYMPIA-Clamp-Kit-14-Piece-73-293-107/205742057 Pencil Sharpie Optional but highly recommended: Belt Sander 4" x 36" - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NAXSYT8?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00 Optional but highly recommended: Hand Sander http://www.homedepot.com/p/BLACK-DECKER-Mouse-Detail-Sander-MS800B/100671602 Optional but highly recommended: Hand Sander additional 220 grit finishing sand paper http://www.homedepot.com/p/Diablo-3-7-8-in-x-5-1-2-in-220-Grit-CAT-Mouse-Detail-Sanding-Sheet-with-Hook-and-Lock-Backing-DCTCAT220H05G/202830877 Optional but highly recommended: Hand Sander additional sanding and polishing pads (kit) - http://www.homedepot.com/p/BLACK-DECKER-Mouse-Sanding-Polishing-Kit-74-580/204735220 200 & 250 grit sanding blocks http://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-Pro-Grade-Precision-4-1-2-in-x-2-1-2-in-x-1-in-220-Grit-X-Fine- Optional: Heat Gun - http://www.amazon.com/1500-Watt-Temperature-572%C2%B0F-1112%C2%B0F/dp/B0053U2B8G/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1442428572&sr=1-2&keywords=heat+gun Spot putty spreader - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002JMORQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s01 Material: 3M Scotch Bright pad (light grey, fine grit) Wet & Dry sand paper for final and pre-paint prep - 3M 26400PGP-4 - https://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-Pro-Grade-Precision-9-in-x-11-in-400-Grit-X-Fine-Advanced-Sanding-Sheets-4-Pack-26400PGP-4/205415931 Sanding block - http://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-2-5-8-in-x-4-3-4-in-x-1-1-4-in-Sanding-Block-9292NA-6-CC/100142732 Painter's tape http://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-ScotchBlue-1-88-in-x-60-yds-Advanced-Multi-Surface-Painter-s-Tape-with-Edge-Lock-2093EL-48N/203085525 E6000 http://www.homedepot.com/p/E6000-2-oz-Clear-Adhesive-6-Pack-237032/205382750?cm_mmc=shopping-_-googleads-_-pla-_-205382750&ci_sku=205382750&ci_gpa=pla&ci_src=17588969&gclid=Cj0KEQjwvJqvBRCL77m2-uKczsIBEiQAkx8VjKypOZN0aqqOK82w4MXdTzgcl6h3dPgSAOWUFl5vGfEaAh6C8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds CA glue (zap a gap) http://www.ebay.com/itm/Zap-PT-01-Zap-A-Gap-Medium-CA-Glue-2-oz-ounces-NEW-Unopened-/400775409865?hash=item5d501370c9, Zip kicker http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pacer-Technology-Zap-PT15-Zap-Adhesives-Zip-Kicker-2-oz-/131592610768?hash=item1ea387e3d0 Plexus MA310 epoxy (old mfg Devcon Plastic welder II 14340), x3 - https://www.amazon.com/Plexus-Purpose-Strength-Adhesive-cartridge/dp/B06ZY7KMWD/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Plexus+MA310&qid=1587473596&s=industrial&sr=1-1 Epoxy gun x1 - https://www.amazon.com/MixPac-DMA50-Dispensing-Adhesive-Cartridges/dp/B00KACZ8AU/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=MixPac+DMA50&qid=1562526455&s=industrial&sr=1-2 Extra epoxy mixing tips (12 pack) - https://www.amazon.com/3M-38191-Static-Cartridges-Nozzles/dp/B00596QVHG/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Mixing+Nozzle%2C+38191&qid=1587473788&s=lawn-garden&sr=8-1 Strapping (suspension system) & Connection Material: 2" wide Velcro, 3M Industrial Strength, (black), Gasket to armor connection (armor side) - http://www.homedepot.com/p/VELCRO-brand-4-ft-x-2-in-Industrial-Strength-Tape-90595/202261932. 1-1/2: wide (sew in, black) Velcro, Country Brook Design, Gasket to armor connection (gasket side) - http://www.amazon.com/Country-Brook-Design%C2%AE-Inches-Velcro%C2%AE/dp/B003KWUSV6/ref=sr_1_2?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1449608909&sr=1-2&keywords=1-1%2F2%22+velcro 2" wide Velcro, 3M Industrial Strength (white), Armor to armor connection (Chest to yoke) - http://www.homedepot.com/p/VELCRO-brand-15-ft-x-2-in-Industrial-Strength-Tape-90198/202261920?MERCH=REC-_-PIPHorizontal1_rr-_-202261919-_-202261920-_-N 1" Nylon Webbing (black) - Assorted strapping (suspension) connections - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QL2C26?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00 2" Nylon Webbing (black) - Assorted strapping (suspension) connections - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003K1HK9A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00 1-1/2" Elastic (black) Yoke to Shoulder Bell connection - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015OPFF3C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00 5/8" (15mm) Elastic (black) - Left to right shoulder gasket connection - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NQ4O83W?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s03 5/8" (16mm) Nylon Ribbon (black) - Shoulder gasket connection anchor - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RQQLE60?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00 1/2" Rigilene Boning (black), Mesh suspension (strapping) - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GBIRQJS?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s03 2" Buckle (black), Strapping (suspension) Waist belt connection) - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006MKS00O?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00 1' Buckle (black), Assorted strapping (suspension) connections - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IDBJH9I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01 5/8" (15mm) Buckle (black) - Left to right shoulder gasket gonnection - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009X0KMV0?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s03 #24 Line Snaps, Yoke to Shoulder Bell - Tandy 12mm Double Cap Rivets (gun metal black), Shoulder gasket connection anchor - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009X0KMV0?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s03 12mm Double Cap Rivets (nickle), Suspension Mesh to Ab - http://www.ebay.com/itm/121710367884?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT 1" Buckle, swivel / slide release, black, strapping (suspension), chest to back - http://www.ebay.com/itm/151146077829?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=450215821998&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT 10x Chicago screws (Standard waist belt assembly) 1/4" 1/8" x 1/4" Pop rivet, Ab to lower suspension mesh boning - 2 spools Heavy duty nylon thread - 1 square yard mesh fabric - armor suspension (strapping) - American plastics - 6" x 6" 1.5mm+ cover strip material - armor suspension (strapping) connection point - ATA or other Accuracy Update Material/Hardware: Rubber Isolation/Vibration Pad - material behind Center Waist Belt Boxes - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IT650T8?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00 1/4" x 2" Neoprene - center layer of Waist Belt & Shoulder Plate (suspension system) - http://www.ebay.com/itm/170613703683?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Mesh - chest pill holes - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/34176-fs-ukswraths-fo-chest-pill-box-fabric-mesh/ Gaffers tape - material behind Pill Holes - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GZE3UJ8?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00 1/4 x 20 x 2" nylon bolts - Ab box mounting - 1/4 x 20 nylon nut - Ab box mounting - Chicago screws (belt with 1/4" neoprene section and 1" tall center box rubber mounts) - Center belt boxes 3/4", Right side boxes 1/2", end of belt near buckle 3/8" Pre Paint & Paint: PPG DFL1 Spot Putty - You local auto body supply store 3M Spot putty - https://www.amazon.com/3M-05095-Acryl-White-Putty-Tube/dp/B003P6I5KS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1467760849&sr=8-5&keywords=Spot+Putty Poly-Flex flexible polyester glazing putty - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000P6US6A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00 ANOVOS recommended (rattle can) - RUST-OLEUM 249090 Gloss White - http://www.homedepot...49090/202071066 Primer - Rust-Oleum 249145 Professionally Painted - Paint, Clear and Hardener - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/31877-ukswraths-tfa-build-thread-tk-10116/?p=447887 Extras: F-11D - (DIY) http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/41203-f-11d-resin-kits/. F-11D complete - https://www.etsy.com/listing/245791161/f-11d-blaster-11-scale?ref=shop_home_active_4 Boots & Gloves - Imperial - http://www.imperialboots.com/# Under suit, Gloves & Neckseal - https://www.stormtrooperundersuit.com/star-wars-first-order-stormtrooper-apparel-site.html Gaskets - Imperial gaskets - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/31019-imperial-gaskets-more-upgrades/ Gaskets - Jimmi - Chest pill hole fabric - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/34176-fs-ukswraths-fo-chest-pill-box-fabric-%20mesh/ Hard Hat Liner - Home depot - http://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-White-Hard-Hat-with-Pin-Lock-Adjustment-CHH-P-W12/202195392 Steel Holster kit - Available through The New Order Facebook page -https://www.facebook.com/groups/FirstOrderStormtoopers/ Pauldron - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/35470-fotk-vinyl-pauldron/ Cooling - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/35994-ukswraths-cooling-fan-kits/ Audio system - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/32951-interest-check-ukswraths-tfa-helmet-audio/ SHA system (hearing aid) - http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/32487-ukswraths-stormtrooper-hearing-assist-system/ PPE Cut resistant gloves http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-Cut-Resistant-Large-Gloves-7008-06/205813582 Latex gloves http://www.homedepot.com/p/KLEENGUARD-Disposable-Blue-Nitrile-Gloves-X-Large-90-Count-57374/202798509 Safety Glasses Important SAFETY information, PLEASE READ!! So many chemicals that are used to assembly armor are toxic. Products like adhesives, fillers, paint, sanding byproducts, these are all toxic to your health and may cause cancer or organ damage over long periods of exposure. I can't stress enough how important it is when using these products to do so in a well ventilated area and/or wear a proper respirator. NOTE: When sanding a well ventilated area in NOT good enough, USE A RESPIRATOR suited for the job. TFA CRL - http://www.501st.com/databank/TK_-_First_Order Build Chapters Ab Boxes Ab Boxes: final assemblyBeltBelt pt 2 Belt Accuracy (part 1)Belt Assembly Accuracy (part 2) Belt Assembly Accuracy (part 3)BicepsBiceps Accuracy (Part 1) Biceps Accuracy (Part 2)Chest Plate Indent ModChest Plate Accuracy ModChest Plate Accuracy Mod pt 2Chest Plate Accuracy gap fill 1Chest Plate Center and Pill BoxesChest Plate Accuracy gap fill 2Chest to Yoke attachmentForearmsForearm contGasketsGaskets: thigh to shinGreeblies (clips)Hand PlatesHolsterKnee CapsPaint CodePaint prep: gap fill and sandingPaint Prep contShinsShin AccuracyShin ClosureShoulder BellsShoulder Bell AccuracyShoulder Bell Accuracy pt 2Shoulder Bell Accuracy: gmrhodes altSpatsSpats pt 2Strapping: ab to codStrapping: ab to posteriorThermal DetThermal Det decalsThermal Det mountingThighsTorsoTorso: suspension systemTorso: suspension system detailsTorso: suspension system details pt 2Torso: suspension system details pt 3Torso: suspension system details part 4Yoke (shoulder + back)Yoke Re-enforcement 501st submission pictures Special thanks to Chris (Jancelot) for his organizational skillz 17 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 18, 2015 Report Posted June 18, 2015 Looking forward to the build Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted June 24, 2015 Author Report Posted June 24, 2015 (edited) Ok, after unpacking the NEVER ENDING levels of plastic, dang Alice and her rabbit hole, I finally began the armor trimming preparation. Tools - 1. Outline all the sections. I'm not going to post a pic of all the sections I traced out at the moment. If I run into something that I, and maybe others are concerned with I'll post the pic. Chest plate. - Ab 1a. Trimming (STOP!) I need to be honest with you first. As I started the trimming I quickly realized (after 10 minutes) there's no amount of medicine that I can take to eliminate my arthritis pain and stay coherent so, as much as I'd like to say I trimmed with my scissors, in the spirit if armor building, I couldn't do it. On a positive note I have a friend, I like to call him Mr. Dremel. With a plastic cutting bit I trimmed out and sanded 6 pieces in 45 minutes. An did I say I'm in far less pain today. The Dremel is not for everyone, but it is for me. NOTE: A good rule to everyone building TFAs is to NOT round off the top and bottom joining edge corners as they will need to appear seemless in some areas of the armor. Ex. In the following picture of a thigh section (that will be illustrated in more detail later) the corners should be left square so that when it is connected and glued to the adjacent section there is a fluid seem. Back to the trimming. After... More to come... Edited August 28, 2015 by ukswrath 5 Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted June 24, 2015 Author Report Posted June 24, 2015 YAY progress! Have fun. Ah hahaha Thanks Peter Quote
russellr2d2[TK] Posted June 24, 2015 Report Posted June 24, 2015 (edited) COOL! I LOVE Dremel tools. Everybody should have one. My Dremel has saved me during changing out a kitchen faucet by cutting off the under sink parts that were rusted up. How does that cutting blade work on plastic. I would imagine it does not melt the plastic like a cut off wheel does. HAVE FUN! Edited June 24, 2015 by russellr2d2 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 24, 2015 Report Posted June 24, 2015 Nice work, I've got 3 dremels all plugged in with different tips, I'm just too lazy to swap tips when I'm in a building frenzy 4 Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted June 24, 2015 Author Report Posted June 24, 2015 COOL! I LOVE Dremel tools. Everybody should have one. My Dremel has saved me during changing out a kitchen faucet by cutting off the under sink parts that were rusted up. How does that cutting blade work on plastic. I would imagine it does not melt the plastic like a cut off wheel does. HAVE FUN! The bit works excellent, cuts through the plastic without melting it like you mentioned. On thick plastic, especially in corners this thing is a lifesaver 1 Quote
Dark PWF[Staff] Posted June 27, 2015 Report Posted June 27, 2015 Eric, The TFA kits that you see in this area are all made by ANOVOS. They are only available to members of the 501st Legion at this time. 3 Quote
camprandall Posted June 27, 2015 Report Posted June 27, 2015 Great to see another build progressing! Good luck! Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted June 27, 2015 Author Report Posted June 27, 2015 Sorry for the delay folks, working on a TK build along side this one, coupled with CA heat in my area limits my TFA times 1 Quote
Jancelot[TK] Posted June 30, 2015 Report Posted June 30, 2015 Hey Tony! Looking good. I'll be following along. I'm on the list and hopeful. Cheers. 1 Quote
Psycho815 Posted June 30, 2015 Report Posted June 30, 2015 How much will the Anovos TFA kits be? Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted June 30, 2015 Author Report Posted June 30, 2015 We won't know until they go into full production later in the year or the next. Quote
Dark PWF[Staff] Posted June 30, 2015 Report Posted June 30, 2015 How much will the Anovos TFA kits be? At this point in time, no pricing or availability date to the public has been announced. Quote
Zaphod[TK] Posted July 12, 2015 Report Posted July 12, 2015 Have any updates? I'm eager to hear how you got on whit the Devcon Plastic Welder II and Evercoat Poly-Flex Flexible Polyester glazing putty. Pete Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted July 12, 2015 Author Report Posted July 12, 2015 Sorry for the delays, finishing up a fellow garrison member's armor. The glue and filler arrived this week. Hopefully next week the build will continue. Quote
Barcoder[TK] Posted July 13, 2015 Report Posted July 13, 2015 Looking forward to more progress. Quote
russellr2d2[TK] Posted July 14, 2015 Report Posted July 14, 2015 Just how many builds do you have going on!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted July 14, 2015 Author Report Posted July 14, 2015 A TK and electronic stuff as usual. After next week things should lighten up and be back at the TFA. Quote
Zarlon[TK] Posted July 21, 2015 Report Posted July 21, 2015 ...After next week things should lighten up and be back at the TFA. Perfect! Just in time for me to start following along. Can't wait to see your progress! Quote
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