zv288bot[TK] Posted June 9, 2016 Author Report Posted June 9, 2016 Ok, tonight I got my shin cover strip fixed and finished making the bracket that will hold my kidney tab in place. And this is where I will E6000 it in place. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 5 Quote
Troopacoola[TK] Posted June 9, 2016 Report Posted June 9, 2016 Looking really good mate! Looks like a really well built kit. I can see a junior build on the way! 2 Quote
Sentry71[TK] Posted June 10, 2016 Report Posted June 10, 2016 Gary, you answered my frantic pms and talked me off the roof. I couldn't have gotten this far with you. Thank you sir! Troopers helping troopers! 1 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 10, 2016 Author Report Posted June 10, 2016 Most excellent. Thank you sir, easy fix. It's E6000! Whoop whoop! Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk Here it is in all of it's glory. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 3 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 10, 2016 Author Report Posted June 10, 2016 Also, here is a picture of the kidney/Ab tab thingy... Should be good! Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 4 Quote
Airborne Trooper[501st] Posted June 10, 2016 Report Posted June 10, 2016 Paint that ABS kidney slide black so if for some reason there is a gap, it'll blend in with your cover strip. 3 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 10, 2016 Author Report Posted June 10, 2016 Paint that ABS kidney slide black so if for some reason there is a gap, it'll blend in with your cover strip.Oooh good call. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 1 Quote
Pyrates[TK] Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 Awwww ya! Keep stylin'n'profiling brother! 1 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 11, 2016 Author Report Posted June 11, 2016 (edited) That tab system is just geniousYeah, who ever originated it needs a medal. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk Edited June 12, 2016 by zv288bot 1 Quote
SpiceCredits Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 Yes!! Looks so good! You should be proud! I can't wait for mine to be complete…So close!! How do you like that tab system on the right-side?? Isn't it a life saver!? 2 Quote
nukem25rs[TK] Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 Looks really good! I am def going to use that tab system idea in mine! You and Pyrates and SpiceC have made me a lot less nervous about starting into my Kit next week!! 3 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 11, 2016 Author Report Posted June 11, 2016 Yes!! Looks so good! You should be proud! I can't wait for mine to be complete…So close!! How do you like that tab system on the right-side?? Isn't it a life saver!?Absolutely. It's a great finishing detail. Thank you and Luc for the reminder/idea. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 2 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 11, 2016 Author Report Posted June 11, 2016 (edited) Looks really good! I am def going to use that tab system idea in mine! You and Pyrates and SpiceC have made me a lot less nervous about starting into my Kit next week!!So awesome! Thank you!! Yeah, just realize you'll make a mistake or two (I did) but almost all are fixable and we are here to help. Make sure you hit me up when you start and I'll be sure to follow. You'll have a blast! Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk Edited June 12, 2016 by zv288bot 3 Quote
Pyrates[TK] Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 Troopers helping Troopers Whoo-WAH!!!! 2 Quote
SpiceCredits Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 Looks really good! I am def going to use that tab system idea in mine! You and Pyrates and SpiceC have made me a lot less nervous about starting into my Kit next week!! Glad I could help ease some pre-jitters! Quote
pewpewpew[TK] Posted June 12, 2016 Report Posted June 12, 2016 I'm not 100% sure on the function of this tab system... Is its purpose to keep the ab plate lined up with the kidney plate? Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 12, 2016 Author Report Posted June 12, 2016 I'm not 100% sure on the function of this tab system... Is its purpose to keep the ab plate lined up with the kidney plate?Basically. I really didn't understand it either until I suited up. On one side you have the two pieces held in place by multiple rivets and straps, on the other side it's just one strap place on the very top so I wound up having two pieces trying to butt up against each but would ultimately overlap each other. I am sure there are many ways to combat this issue. For me, creating the Tab from left over pieces was super easy and quick. The tab helps keep it more in place. To be completely honest I spent since Oct of last year reading as many build threads as I could and seeing all sorts of great ideas but there was quite a few "hurdles" that didn't translate until I was actually faced with it, if this makes any sense. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 4 Quote
pewpewpew[TK] Posted June 12, 2016 Report Posted June 12, 2016 Basically. I really didn't understand it either until I suited up. On one side you have the two pieces held in place by multiple rivets and straps, on the other side it's just one strap place on the very top so I wound up having two pieces trying to butt up against each but would ultimately overlap each other. I am sure there are many ways to combat this issue. For me, creating the Tab from left over pieces was super easy and quick. The tab helps keep it more in place. To be completely honest I spent since Oct of last year reading as many build threads as I could and seeing all sorts of great ideas but there was quite a few "hurdles" that didn't translate until I was actually faced with it, if this makes any sense. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk That's a really good summary of what I have going on right now. Until you have all the pieces of a puzzle in front of you and can begin pushing them around for yourself to fit a proper solution it's pretty difficult to fully grasp what others have going on. Great explanation though, thanks! 2 Quote
airbizzkit Posted June 13, 2016 Report Posted June 13, 2016 Outstanding thread, sir. You have definitely calmed my anxieties about beginning my build. I received my kit from MTK as you were wrapping-up your build. Hope to see you around in some troops, seeing that we are neighbors and garrison comrades. Thanks! 1 Quote
ComradeDave[TK] Posted June 13, 2016 Report Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) Lookin good man! Everyone is passing me by lol Edited June 13, 2016 by ComradeDave 2 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 15, 2016 Author Report Posted June 15, 2016 Lookin good man! Everyone is passing me by lolBro don't sweat it. Just had a little less going on in my life at this time than you. You are doing great and can see the finish line. We'll be there cheering you on! Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 3 Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 15, 2016 Author Report Posted June 15, 2016 Outstanding thread, sir. You have definitely calmed my anxieties about beginning my build. I received my kit from MTK as you were wrapping-up your build. Hope to see you around in some troops, seeing that we are neighbors and garrison comrades. Thanks! 2016-06-13 15.44.56.jpgRock and Roll. Please let me know if you need anything. Also, if you need rivets for the ammo thigh pack. I have more than I ever needed and can drop some in the mail for you if you'd like for free. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk 2 Quote
airbizzkit Posted June 15, 2016 Report Posted June 15, 2016 Rock and Roll. Please let me know if you need anything. Also, if you need rivets for the ammo thigh pack. I have more than I ever needed and can drop some in the mail for you if you'd like for free. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk Awesome. I'll have to check but I think I've got my rivets covered, but I'll definitely take you up on that offer if needed. One question, where did you get your white belt material? I was going to hit up Jo-Ann fabrics but I'm not sure exactly what the material is called. Thx. Quote
zv288bot[TK] Posted June 15, 2016 Author Report Posted June 15, 2016 (edited) Awesome. I'll have to check but I think I've got my rivets covered, but I'll definitely take you up on that offer if needed. One question, where did you get your white belt material? I was going to hit up Jo-Ann fabrics but I'm not sure exactly what the material is called. Thx.If you are going to attempt to make your own belt I believe the material used is called duck cloth canvas, joann's has it I purchased some black to make a garter belt system. Otherwise Tkittle's belts in the ongoing sales thread is where I purchased mine, It's really nice. Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk Edited June 15, 2016 by zv288bot 2 Quote
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