Pyrates AP Build and Journey to The 501st

[Pyrates[TK]]

Ab to Kidney connections complete

 

 

[Airborne Trooper[501st]]

Paint those split rivets white!

[Pyrates[TK]]

Thighs for the most part done other than some more dry time

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Pyrates[TK]]

Paint those split rivets white!

Aye sir

[Pyrates[TK]]

Biceps ready

 

 

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Hey Aaron, make sure the cover strips are below the upper return edges. If you have to trim them to follow the return edge

 

[Pyrates[TK]]

Hey Aaron, make sure the cover strips are below the upper return edges. If you have to trim them to follow the return edge

 

Oober appreciation and thanks Tony!

[Pyrates[TK]]

Finishing touches list:

 

1. Paint rivets - Done

2. Cut back cover strips on thighs - Done

3. Mount Holster after modifying straps

4. Add seam strips to backs of shins - Done

5. Give "Betty" some weathering, stickers,shiny lenses, and power cords to cells

6. Touch up neck seal at bevels - Done

7. Finish Helmet

8. Watch grass grow while I wait for glue to cure.

9. Test/Back-up plan for shins possible video - Done

10. Re-inspection and CRL review checklist

11. Pick up a trooper tote

12. Clean-up with Novus 1

13. Buff up armor using headlight restoration kit

14. Win the lottery so I can order my next armor and get Option 8 kit

15. Get basic approval

16. Get my TM helmet and get reviewed by the guys. EIB first then apply for Centurion

 

I swear I could supply a power plant with the voltage I have going through my system right now

Edited March 31, 2016 by Pyrates

[Airborne Trooper[501st]]

You can get all that done in a little over a week

[Pyrates[TK]]

You can get all that done in a little over a week

Thanks Jason - I have to admit that I'm a little down (but very little) to see the build coming to a close as its been fun to experiment with different options.

 

Ahhh the next build should be that much more enjoyable as I won't be needing it to get my approval which is where a lot of that "internal rush to get things done" comes from.

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Thanks Jason - I have to admit that I'm a little down (but very little) to see the build coming to a close as its been fun to experiment with different options.

 

Ahhh the next build should be that much more enjoyable as I won't be needing it to get my approval which is where a lot of that "internal rush to get things done" comes from.

 

You should build one for someone else that adds on a whole new level of excitement 

[Dark PWF[Staff]]

Truly exciting times Aaron!!!  

 

Tony is correct...  Building for someone else is an entirely different level/type of excitement/pride.  

[Pyrates[TK]]

You should build one for someone else that adds on a whole new level of excitement

No doubt - if you botch your in a whole new world of hurt lol

 

I would definitely have to get one more build done before I would consider the risk - allow me to gain on what I've learned and continue to learn.

[Pyrates[TK]]

Truly exciting times Aaron!!!

 

Tony is correct... Building for someone else is an entirely different level/type of excitement/pride.

Cheers Tim and thank-you good sir!

[Pyrates[TK]]

Well it's a partial win

 

 

And a partial fail

 

First of all my bad for breaking cure protocol - I was so curious and popped a strip but it's ok.

 

And worked out for the best - the zipper worked on the first attempt with just under suit on and hooked the connection first shot - yippee totally stoked - second time with thigh armor on found it slightly more difficult to get hooked (10 to 15 seconds) but again zipped up not a problem

- third time a lot more difficult to get connected 1 to 2 minutes with thigh and boot on still zipped up... annnnd happy feelings gone ....lol

 

After 3 zips the male connection on the zipper had already worn out - so much for the factory reinforcement - something to experiment with in the future (maybe not a Wally World zipper too). Now to implement the backup plan and pick up some hooks from Fabricland

 

[TK 2759[501st]]

Personally, I'd use Velcro to hold shins together, but that's just me. It does the job well, and have a lot of it on hand lol. Easy to replace if things go awry too.

[Pyrates[TK]]

Personally, I'd use Velcro to hold shins together, but that's just me. It does the job well, and have a lot of it on hand lol. Easy to replace if things go awry too.

Cheers Dan - I tried the Velcro earlier and it didn't do what I wanted to.

 

Because the shins close naturally on their own I'm going to try the straps which can always be switched out for Velcro on a later date.

 

I'm to the point where I need to get that basic approval before my trip.

[TK 2759[501st]]

I'll send pictures to you mate.. Although it'll be over jeans lol

[ComradeDave[TK]]

See if "the emperor" "support apparatuses" she is willing to part with and you're in like flint!

[Pyrates[TK]]

I'll send pictures to you mate.. Although it'll be over jeans lol

I was going to wear a white loin cloth if I had to do that video rotfl

[Brattie[TK]]

I liked the idea too A-Aron.. I'm sure you'll find some way to make something work for ya What about bra hooks and velcro combo?

[ComradeDave[TK]]

Not a bad idea Angie, very interesting!

Edited March 30, 2016 by ComradeDave

[Pyrates[TK]]

I liked the idea too A-Aron.. I'm sure you'll find some way to make something work for ya What about bra hooks and velcro combo?

Because I'm big and have sausage mitts I opted for the heavy duty pant closure hooks a little easier for me to use.

 

And yes, I will experiment more with zippers after I get my basic. Along the same time that I continue my work on my Mark 7 neck seal.

 

I love this hobby

[TK 2759[501st]]

Because I'm big and have sausage mitts I opted for the heavy duty pant closure hooks a little easier for me to use.

And yes, I will experiment more with zippers after I get my basic. Along the same time that I continue my work on my Mark 7 neck seal.

I love this hobby

Pictures are inbound lol I use Velcro, and look! It even holds over black jeans lol

[Pyrates[TK]]

Pictures are inbound lol I use Velcro, and look! It even holds over black jeans lol

Many thanks and much appreciation Dan!