Krisko720 Posted January 8, 2020 Author Report Posted January 8, 2020 Haven’t posted in a while due to remodeling the garage. I’ve been spending so much time out there with this build that it moved up on the honey-do list to Priority One! With that said I’ve got pictures. Let me start by saying one thing: magnets hurt. I read before that these 7/8x1/8 magnets were strong.. but man. I’ve played with magnets as a kid but never over a dozen at a time! These little guys can jump far and can really snap those fingers! As said by others, be careful with these.. the magnetic field of a big stack reaches a long way. I’ve pulled single magnets off the table from over two feet away while holding a stack. And it hurt. Bad. They also can and will break when a bare magnet hits the other hard enough. Via my research on this forum, these are the ones I have: I do have some gluing pictures. But a majority of my time was spent trimming. So. Much. Trimming. I’m gluing some pieces tonight. Using e6000 on everything with plenty of drying time and following over seams with ABS paste. I have some Pro-Flex finishing putty for the final touch ups before priming and painting the pieces. Been following Ruthar and TheSwede’s builds for help. Somehow all of Ukswrath’s pictures are completely gone. But luckily the other two in conjunction with KB’s Facebook build groups, I’ve managed ok. Tonight I decided to make the basic attachments. I cut these tabs and started assembly on the spats. Took advice from Ruthar’s thread and will be heat molding these for the spats. Cut a few ruler sized tabs for use on the biceps and shins to be done later tonight. Also made me torso tabs and went ahead and cut those down and glued them. I did finish up the shoulder bells. Not much to those. Trim the pieces and leave them sticking out about 1/2”. And I also glued and trimmed up the chest/back pieces. I really wrestled with leaving the inner chest piece whole. Granted they are whole on the screen used armor but from what I understand, that was a different material, and I couldn’t get the chest to do what I wanted without flaring out the outter chest/back ‘wings’ on the side. So after reading the KB build thread, I decided to do what almost every does and cut the inner chest and use two arms. It’s much more flexible but was a pain to try and get it just right. After some persistence with trying to create my first batch of ABS paste, I finally made some. And boy do you have to work fast! It was messy but I got what I wanted. Had to fill the seam where the inner chest met the vents on the back. Trimming was a pain because the trimming line (a new improvement to the current mold on the chest piece) was not very distinguishable. I will say after gluing that the shoulder area is probably the stiffest and sturdiest part of the armor. In other news, 3D-Props should be shipping out my TLJ Blaster (w/stock) and Pistol soon. I have the scout light, Blast FX kit and LEDs to do once I receive them. Teresa just posted on FB that she’s currently sewing the current run of gaskets, harnesses, and seals that I’m on. So hopefully it won’t be long so I can start test fitting things. I’d really like to have those before I do my arms and thighs. Until next time. Sent from my iPhone using The Force 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 So just a little update.. as I did get a few things done lately. Finished up the spats. Ended up taking the return edges off of the ends that get glued together. Made for a pretty decent look and fit. Just need to finish trimming the upper and lower return edges. Got the torso where I want it. Still have to work on a closure system. Looking at doing two elastic strips on either side (for a little stretch) and use a zipper. Finished up the biceps. Had to use my heat gun to form them to where I wanted them. Seems they come from KB a little oddly shaped. I’m using some JB Weld PlasticWeld (epoxy putty) to fill in the seams. I tried my hand at making and using ABS paste on the chest/back connection and it didn’t go well. I made the switch to this stuff, so hopefully it’ll work out better. Can you tell which holster I’ll be using? I’m sorry but the one supplied with these kits is plain awful. I’m not hanging my blaster from that. And last but not least.. I got a few extras for my build, and so glad I did. I’ll let you decide if you prefer cast or ABS parts. (Btw, I’m in love with these belt boxes and especially the handguards!) Sent from my iPhone using The Force Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 Great progress!Great choice on the holster - a great upgrade.The hand plates are awesome, as are the centre belt boxes. Both guards and centre boxes are a must in my opinion.It’s a shame the RHS ammo boxes are so heavy. You’ll also want yo prep and treat them well as you’ll likely get a few pin holes.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 They do have some significant weight to them!And here are the other items I grabbed. Got some clip greeblies. The ones on top are KB supplied and the bottom are the cast ones very similar to what was used on screen armor. The smaller clips are almost the same size, but the larger ones are much different.I do love the detail in the KB pieces, but I like the larger clips, especially for the spats. They already have the curve and they have the little ‘pin’ on them. I am definitely using the larger ones on the spats due to the surface area underneath for Velcro. Sent from my iPhone using The Force Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 Currently waiting on the gaskets and harness before I go to much further. Especially with the leg pieces. Should have the blasters ship out very soon. 1 Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 They do have some significant weight to them!And here are the other items I grabbed. Got some clip greeblies. The ones on top are KB supplied and the bottom are the cast ones very similar to what was used on screen armor. The smaller clips are almost the same size, but the larger ones are much different.I do love the detail in the KB pieces, but I like the larger clips, especially for the spats. They already have the curve and they have the little ‘pin’ on them. I am definitely using the larger ones on the spats due to the surface area underneath for Velcro. Sent from my iPhone using The ForceThe greeblies are a nice production accuracy update. I’d already completed my build by the time they came my way.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 And just for fun.. I had to have a place to display my Stormtrooper bucket. So I got a shelf from Ikea for the guest room. But because there were four spots, I needed more buckets (naturally). So I picked up a Black Series Luke X-Wing and Vader helmet to help fill the spots. The Boba Fett one is on pre-order for May. Sent from my iPhone using The Force 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 Also, I keep seeing this forearm. It has the cut out near the flare that drops down. I’m assuming it’s an Anovos thing and KB is using the same shape. But I’m curious why it’s there if it’s not a screen used part of armor.. I saw that TheSwede fixed his KB forearm. Sent from my iPhone using The Force 1 Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 And just for fun.. I had to have a place to display my Stormtrooper bucket. So I got a shelf from Ikea for the guest room. But because there were four spots, I needed more buckets (naturally). So I picked up a Black Series Luke X-Wing and Vader helmet to help fill the spots. The Boba Fett one is on pre-order for May. Sent from my iPhone using The Force Looks familiar It’s as if Ikea design for SW collectors. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 2 Quote
StarTrooper Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 Awesome, love the carded figure. Is it a custom? 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 Looks familiar It’s as if Ikea design for SW collectors. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProI need more room for things! I like all your stuff, definitely going to pick up some more items on my next trip to Galaxy’s Edge. I didn’t know I needed all those things the first trip out there!Sent from my iPhone using The Force 2 Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 Also, I keep seeing this forearm. It has the cut out near the flare that drops down. I’m assuming it’s an Anovos thing and KB is using the same shape. But I’m curious why it’s there if it’s not a screen used part of armor.. I saw that TheSwede fixed his KB forearm. Sent from my iPhone using The Force That style of cut came about as a result of a mod to John Boyega’s kit that assisted mobility. It’s affectionately known as the ‘Finn mod’.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 That style of cut came about as a result of a mod to John Boyega’s kit that assisted mobility. It’s affectionately known as the ‘Finn mod’.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProAhhhh.. well that helps! I couldn’t find that particular shot and didn’t know it was specific for him. Yeah, I do like the mobility. Not having to pay attention to which way my forearm is facing before bending my elbow is kinda nice. Sent from my iPhone using The Force 1 Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 Ahhhh.. well that helps! I couldn’t find that particular shot and didn’t know it was specific for him. Yeah, I do like the mobility. Not having to pay attention to which way my forearm is facing before bending my elbow is kinda nice. Sent from my iPhone using The ForceAnovos HIGHLY accentuated this cut in their TLJ kits. It’s ridiculous.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 1 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 Anovos HIGHLY accentuated this cut in their TLJ kits. It’s ridiculous. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Yeah that’s pretty bad.. luckily it looks like KB took the Finn route on their design. Wanted to make sure what I was getting into before I glued these together. Here’s mine: Sent from my iPhone using The Force Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 (edited) Looking great Chris, nice work Loving the updated greeblies. Those will add a nice touch to your build. Regarding your forearms I'd check with your garrison GML to see if they have a particular shape they're looking for. Some GMLs are more critical than others. Screen used armor Btw some obsessions are good lol Edited January 22, 2020 by ukswrath 2 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 Looking great Chris, nice work Loving the updated greeblies. Those will add a nice touch to your build. Regarding your forearms I'd check with your garrison GML to see if they have a particular shape they're looking for. Some GMLs are more critical than others. Screen used armor Btw some obsessions are good lolNice collection! So I’m guessing, in regards to the forearms, just because there’s a screenshot of a particular character that they won’t allow it? Is this similar thought towards things like missing armor, Mr. No Stripes, and things like that? Sent from my iPhone using The Force 1 Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Krisko720 said: Nice collection! So I’m guessing, in regards to the forearms, just because there’s a screenshot of a particular character that they won’t allow it? Is this similar thought towards things like missing armor, Mr. No Stripes, and things like that? Sent from my iPhone using The Force No not necessarily however, it doesn't hurt to inquire. My garrison GML is very strict and follows specific guidelines for example. Edited January 22, 2020 by ukswrath Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 Nice collection! So I’m guessing, in regards to the forearms, just because there’s a screenshot of a particular character that they won’t allow it? Is this similar thought towards things like missing armor, Mr. No Stripes, and things like that? Sent from my iPhone using The ForceReally up to the GML and how closely they follow the CRL, however, some garrisons (and strict ones at that) have approved TFA TDs on TLJ Troopers as the person submitting was able to prove the existence of the TFA TD in the movie.The cut of the forearm is not specified in the current TLJ CRL and come the revamp post-elections may still not be specific.There is a difference between the forearm shape between TFA and TLJ so definitely worth an ask in advance to save yourself hassle.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 2 Quote
Krisko720 Posted January 22, 2020 Author Report Posted January 22, 2020 I’ll be sure to ask before I get too far. I’d definitely rather handle the modification now than later. As always, I appreciate the help fellas. Sent from my iPhone using The Force 2 Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 1 minute ago, Krisko720 said: I’ll be sure to ask before I get too far. I’d definitely rather ha sleep the modification now rather than later. As always, I appreciate the help fellas. Sent from my iPhone using The Force Anytime THT 1 Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 I like the idea of a rear zipper, can't wait to see that implemented. 1 Quote
JAFO[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 I like the idea of a rear zipper, can't wait to see that implemented. A good chance for you to match the forearms Chris Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 1 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 2 hours ago, Krisko720 said: I couldn’t find that particular shot and didn’t know it was specific for him. Quite a few references around of the TFA "Finn" mod, albeit seen on some "stunts" too Comparisons TLJ being more angular 3 Quote
lucnak[TK] Posted January 22, 2020 Report Posted January 22, 2020 8 hours ago, gmrhodes13 said: Comparisons TLJ being more angular Love this comparison shot! Can we perhaps get it added to the gallery for future reference? 4 Quote
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