Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 (edited) https://youtu.be/_Dvwd8Hyh-Y Time to fire-up the Outpost and the troops - it's also time to take another ride on the TK Highway. Awwwww yeeeeah! Having lost 34 lbs since sizing my ANH Hero for basic approval and finally getting the chance to troop (what a rush!) there's some changes that need to happen before I can go tapping on the door for approval. My intent for this thread is to go over and review CRL's with reference photos. I will be using my version 2 - AP kit including the alterations I need to complete to my mission. As always, I welcome your constructive opinion and wholeheartedly appreciate the help. Now, let's get that Imperial power flowing and rock on the FISD!!! Troopers helping Troopers WHOOO-WAH!!! https://youtu.be/tuR0aCQALDE Edited May 27, 2016 by Pyrates 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK 2759[501st] Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Back to munching and following lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 (edited) The list: Helmet - new s-trim required from Trooperbay - modify where s-trim sits near ear locations Shoulder Elastics - lengthen - move sew on snap slightly forward Shoulder bells - review and recheck Biceps - Install black snaps and 2" elastic to maintain bicep to forearm distance (no more than a 1/2") but are still removable Forearms - make receiving snaps for 2" elastic from biceps Rubber Hand Guards - review and recheck Chest Plate -review and recheck Shoulder Bridges - Back edge to be cut off Back Plate - redo back snaps and strapping system to maintain minimal to no gap to the kidney plate Kidney Plate - cut down - redo kidney notch Ab Plate - redo connection to kidney left rivet side - use proper Line 24 male snap right connection detail - redo connection to kidney right side - purchase new ab center button plate Posterior Plate - review and recheck Thigh Armor - adjust waist belt support so thighs look visually correct Shin Armor - adjust to sit properly and cover longer legs - find a better way to secure their position and prevent from rotating Boots - review and recheck Thermal Detonator - review and recheck Blaster - correct back sight - reinforce bolt handle - paint - weather - add decals Final Prep: - Cleaning and repairing scratches - Paint touch-ups - Using a 3M Headlight restoration Kit to restore your armor shine Edited May 29, 2016 by Pyrates 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Back to munching and following lol Cheers mate! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haso[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Alright! The Pyrates Strikes Back! Sent from my SM-J100Y using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 (edited) Alright! The Pyrates Strikes Back! Sent from my SM-J100Y using Tapatalk Shhchck "You know it brother!" Shhchck Chest bump! Edited May 27, 2016 by Pyrates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haso[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 That reminds me....I need to get off my butt plate and submit for EIB too. Sent from my SM-J100Y using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starsaber25[Admin] Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Looks like you certainly have your list to move forward Aaron. When I put my armor together I never realized how a troop would have so much of an impact on how my armor was put together and the changes that needed to be made. When I was building my armor I was certainly going for the "look." Now the changes that I do make are for functionality. But you would never get that the first time you build an armor set. Dare I say that sometimes you may push the limits of the CRL's especially for centurion so that you can wear your armor more comfortably and have it function better. Good luck with your changes! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Looks like you certainly have your list to move forward Aaron. When I put my armor together I never realized how a troop would have so much of an impact on how my armor was put together and the changes that needed to be made. When I was building my armor I was certainly going for the "look." Now the changes that I do make are for functionality. But you would never get that the first time you build an armor set. Dare I say that sometimes you may push the limits of the CRL's especially for centurion so that you can wear your armor more comfortably and have it function better. Good luck with your changes! Thanks kindly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Subscribed! Sent from my LGLS740 using Tapatalk Always a pleasure! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaar121[501st] Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Glad to see you back at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Glad to see you back at it. Über thanks mate! I'm always here - just sometimes lurking when things are busy at work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2016 Here we go!: The Kidney Plate Checklist: "For 501st approval: - A separate kidney plate is present, split from the posterior armor. For level two certification (if applicable): N/A For level three certification (if applicable): -Squared cut-out sections at the lower left and right corners of the Kidney Armor. The cut out is roughly 22 mm tall from the bottom and 22 mm in from the side. -Three rivets, approximately 5/16"(8mm) diameter, are present on the left side of the kidney plate. Note: The original rivets used for the TK armor were bifurcated rivets or split rivets. -Rivets are equally spaced along the depth of the armor and about 10mm from the edge. The heads are rounded or domed. Note: Paperclip brads are not considered to have a domed head. -Rivets are painted white. Here is the link for the rivets I'm using: Centurion Level Rivet sets For Sale. https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/index.php?/topic/34902-Centurion-Level-Rivet-sets-For-Sale%2E&share_tid=34902&share_fid=44557&share_type=t Photo reference pics: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2016 First removing the rivets so that I can take off the extra abs from the kidney extensions. I used a pair of wire side cutters to fold the tails back to the center. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 Saturday Night and time to get those TK fists rocking in the air https://youtu.be/DnUmMVO8rW0 Going over my armor and reference photos last night I spotted a couple other corrections that need to be done and revised my list. Moving forward - more progress on the kidney! I removed the rest of the fasteners that secure the kidney to the ab, and began to pencil in my new measurements with a new 22mm X 22mm notch on both sides. I gotta get a move on too as I have a troop next weekend! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pyrates[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 (edited) Edited May 29, 2016 by Pyrates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pyrates[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 The notches still need some TK TLC with some paste, filing, and sanding to replicate return edges again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troopacoola[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 Hahaha....... Didn't think it would be long before you started tinkering with it again! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haso[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 With the extra ABS behind the kidney notch is it possible to just spread some paste along the edges to get your return...since the plastic is probably 3-4mm thick there? All that work on filling out that notch area in your earlier build... Sent from my SM-J100Y using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 Hahaha....... Didn't think it would be long before you started tinkering with it again! Cheers my friend ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 With the extra ABS behind the kidney notch is it possible to just spread some paste along the edges to get your return...since the plastic is probably 3-4mm thick there? All that work on filling out that notch area in your earlier build... Sent from my SM-J100Y using Tapatalk That's exactly what I'm doing mate! - Fist bump Kris! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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