TK 21814 requesting ANH Stunt EIB status [AP][500]

[68Brick[TK]]

Basic Information:

Name: Bradley Davies

LegionID: 21814

Forum Name: 68Brick

Garrison: Canadian Garrison

Mandatory Information:

Armor Maker: AP

Helmet Maker: AP

Blaster Maker: Dday (Phoenix Props) Kit

Optional Information: 
Height = 5’11’’
Weight = 190lbs
Boots = TK Boots (Size 11)
Canvas belt = TKittell
Hand Plates = Trooperbay
Electronics = TK Products
Neck Seal = Darman
Holster = AP

Thigh Garter = Pencap510

Mic Tips = Keith

Helmet Fans = Evilboy

TD Clips = Evilboy

S-Trim = Trooperbay

Inner Drop Boxes = KW Designs

Hard Hat Liner = Trooperbay

 

Front – Arms at side

 

 

Back – Arms at side

 

Left – Arm raised

 

Right – Arm raised

 

Right Side Detail

 

Left Side Detail

 

Action Shot

 

Cod and Butt Plate Attachment

 

Interior Strapping

 

Helmet Front

 

Helmet Side

 

 

Helmet Back

 

Hovi Tip Detail

 

Lens Color

 

Blaster – Left

 

Blaster – Right

 

Neck Seal

 

Thermal Detonator – Back

 

Holster Attachment

 

Thank you for your consideration.  

[BIGDEAL[TK]]

Looks solid. The TD Clips ususlly need to be moved out to touch the end caps. Good luck

[68Brick[TK]]

Yeah, I know, The TD clips should be at the end caps, but my caps are welded on, and I've seen some pass like mine all the way through Centurian, so I'm hoping I'll pass too. If not, I'll have to order some new TD caps and make a new one.

[68Brick[TK]]

Yeah, I know, The TD clips should be at the end caps, but my caps are welded on, and I've seen some pass like mine all the way through Centurian, so I'm hoping I'll pass too. If not, I'll have to order some new TD caps and make a new one.

[JoblessPunk[TK]]

looks great!

[WhiteRoseSwampy[TK]]

Looking good. Good luck!

[iceman25c[501st]]

Looks good.  Will you be EIB #500???

[68Brick[TK]]

It would be sweet if I was!

[68Brick[TK]]

Some new fancy Pictures!

 

[Zarlon[TK]]

Everything looks good from my end. The TD caps that were previously mentioned were the only things that stuck out to me. Nice job on this build!

[Daetrin[Admin]]

I think you look great and will make an excellent EI. I don't think the end caps are a deal-breaker.

 

With luck, you'll be EI #500. It's a huge milestone that you'll have helped achieve, and something to be proud of.

[68Brick[TK]]

I'm excited to be #500. I just have to wait for the review (and hopefully approval) posting. Anyone?

[Snaps[TK]]

Great build. Only suggestion I have is close up the gap between the back and kidney plates. You should be able to do that by adjusting your shoulder straps. You want as minimal space between them as possible.<br><br>

Good luck!

[68Brick[TK]]

Thanks for tip Snaps. When sizing my armor I found that if had the back plate meet the kidney plate I was left with a lot of black under suit showing behind my neck. It looked really weird. I went for a happy median of a consistant kidney gap and less under suit showing in the lower neck/shoulders area. I do have a bit of a long torso. Fingers crossed.

Edited September 17, 2015 by 68Brick

[68Brick[TK]]

So I spent some time with my TD and ground off the bolts I used so I could remount the clips. There are some battle scars, but now they're in the right place.

Edited September 19, 2015 by 68Brick

[gazmosis[501st]]

Hey Brad!! Thank you so much for your application to Expert Infantry. Let's wait no longer and get to your armor!!

 

CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

Only one picture is missing and that is of your ab details but the nice, clear resolution of your other photos show this in clear detail. After reviewing your other photos, I am pleased to announce that your armor contains all the necessary elements to qualify for Expert Infantry. Not only have you officially received the EIB badge, but you are EIB recipient  #500!!!!!!!!

 

                                     CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly:

In this section we will cover observations made by both myself and your fellow troopers. Sometimes these observation may lead to suggestions for changes and improvements. We all just want you to look your best. If ant changes are required or affect any application, I will specify that below.

First off, very nice overall build. and fit. Your arm and leg pieces are well assembled and your detailing is right on. You should be very pleased with the paintwork on your helmet. Nice work.

I had all sorts of information regarding the research I did in looking at past threads where there was extra gap between the thermal detonator clips and the end caps. However that was all made pointless because you ROCKED the repair!! 

I also ant to commend you on your shim work to give you a bit of extra room on your sides. I would think that a little ABS past, white E6000, or even some white caulk could make that seam completely disappear. 

I'm jealous of your blaster. Great weapon!!

 

Centurion Suggestions:

As much as I try to spot everything that would affect an Centurion application, the ultimate accuracy is up to the trooper.

It seems obvious that you have Centurion in mind. There are two things that need to be changed before we can move forward. 

The first things the back to kidney gap. Too much gap here has just as much concern as too much overlap. In your case, the gap here is more than what I would consider minimal. Your backside is on the right compared to another set of AP:

The next thing I want to discuss is your holster.  I looked back at AP applications going back almost a year and don't see a holster from AP that has all the stair step details in the front pouch. I e-mailed Mark to ask him about this, but the long and short of it is the holster pouch is not something that is just a free will design and should be kept to the upside down trapezoid as it has always appeared similar to this.

Also, please make sure that any full body pics contain all the repairs and adjustments you have made. If it means taking a new set of pics, that would be best.

Congratulations again on your achievement of Expert Infantry!!!!

[68Brick[TK]]

Thanks Gazmosis! #500! I'm honored! And Pumped!!

 

I'll try and tune up my back gap and holster before applying for Centurion. But for now ... celebration pics!!

[68Brick[TK]]

Pew Pew

 

[iceman25c[501st]]

Congrats! #500 is so cool!!

[WhiteRoseSwampy[TK]]

Congratulations number 500!

[Clamps[TK]]

500- YES.!!! Congrats trooper!!

[BIGDEAL[TK]]

Bravo!!!! Wonder if you could hit Centurion at #200 too....?!

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Congrats and welcome to the ranks trooper

[68Brick[TK]]

Thanks everyone for the props. And thank you to everyone who posted in my build and EIB posts that helped me get here. <br><br>

Centurion #200 is a secret goal of mine now that I've got EI #500 locked down.

[wingnut65[Staff]]

Awesome work, Brad. Congrats on earning this milestone!