TK88667[TK] Posted November 27, 2020 Report Posted November 27, 2020 (edited) Trooper Info Name: Ken Schafer TK: TK-88667 FISD Name: TK88667 (formerly: ForeverFanFirstTimeRecruit) Garrison: Southern California Garrison Height: 6'-1" Weight: 210 Armor: Anovos Helmet: Anovos Cloth Belt: Trooperbay Neck Seal: TheCostumeBase Boots: Imperial Boots Blaster: Hyperfirm Holster: Trooperbay Hand guards: Rubber gloves and latex hand guards from JustJoseph63 EIB submission: Photos: Full Body 1. ___ Front (Arms flat by side, no weapon) 2. ___ Back (Arms flat by side) 3. ___ Left side (Arms raised) 4. ___ Right side (Arms raised) 5. ___ Left side detail (arms raised) 6. ___ Right side detail (arms raised) 6-A. ___ Acton Shot" Armor Details 7. ___ Cod and posterior plate connections showing rivet/snaps (exterior) 8. ___ Shoulder bridges- Front/rear/sides front: rear: sides: 9. ___ Thigh ammo pack connections (interior and exterior, left and right sides) 10. ___ Sniper knee plate (left and right sides) 11. ___ Wrist openings 12. ___ Abdomen button plates (close-up) 13. ___ Posterior plate/kidney connection (back and/or front) Helmet Details 14. ___ Front 15. ___ Left side 16. ___ Right side 17. ___ Rear 18. ___ Close-up of Hovi tips 19. ___ S-trim (side view) 20. ___ Ear screws (close up, left, right and bottom). Accessories 21. ___ TD (Thermal Detonator) front and rear showing screw type 22. ___ Hand guards bent showing flexibility 23. ___ Holster attachment 24. ___ ABS/canvas belt (rear, showing drop boxes) 25. ___ Boots (tops and sides) BLASTER 26. ___ Left side 27. ___ Right side 28. ___ Rear (showing D-ring) Edited November 27, 2020 by TK88667 Edit grammar/pics Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted November 27, 2020 Report Posted November 27, 2020 Nice work trooper, a couple of suggestions before the DO's get here: You could drop your TD down a little more on the belt Belt is drooping quite a bit at the back, it could be lifted a little to follow the angle of the plastic belt section You could remove the curved section from the sniper plate TD screws could be closer to the end of the brackets Belt corners should meet the width of the belt: The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt. Can't quite make out your ab/kidney rivets could you post a close up image of them please Good luck with approval 1 Quote
equuspolo[TK] Posted November 28, 2020 Report Posted November 28, 2020 Hey Ken, good luck brother. You got this. Nice build. Glen has you covered on the changes or adjustments. But all in all really nicely done. Look forward to trooping again 1 Quote
TK88667[TK] Posted November 28, 2020 Author Report Posted November 28, 2020 Glen,Thanks for the feedback. Quick question for you on the location of the pan head screws on the TD aluminum clips. What is the dimension for the location of the screws? Because if memory serves I thought I was using Tony’s Stunt build as a reference for the screw locations. I thought it was .5” (12.7mm) from the end of the clip then another 1.5” (38.1 mm) to the second hole. Is there a specific dimension? I need to make a new set of clips to drop that TD down on the belt, so if someone can show me the correct dimensions, I’ll make the clips accurately. Just want to measure twice and cut once. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted November 28, 2020 Report Posted November 28, 2020 Just a suggestion from screen reference material not a requirement, I'm sure the DO's will pass as is. 1 Quote
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted November 28, 2020 Report Posted November 28, 2020 Hi Ken, and THANKS for submitting for Centurion! You went above and beyond on those fixes, brother, and the seams look fantastic. Unfortunately, there are 2 issues that we noticed... one that may need to be addressed and one super quick fix. It may very well be the photo angles, but your ear screws really appear to have a convex curve on the tops (Truss head) as opposed to the flat, counter-sunk type required for Level 3. Can you post up some close-up/side views for us? Reference images If they are indeed the Truss head type, you can find the correct flat-head, slotted countersunk style at ACE hardware (link here to ones in SoCal) or any specialty hardware store (Lowe's or Home Depot do not normally carry them). Alternatively, I can shoot you a set (no charge) if you pay postage (about 4 bucks). PM me if you need this option. As Glen pointed out, as per the CRL for Centurion "The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt" We see this on occasion, but you are fortunate in the fact that you have enough material at the ends to effectively trim them without going too close to the button plates (exactly as he has shown in his diagram). EASY fix with a pair of tin-snips or a couple of careful cuts with a razor knife... should take you all of 5 minutes! Reference images Looking sharp, sir, and I look forward to seeing the updated results soon... you can do this! 2 Quote
TK88667[TK] Posted November 29, 2020 Author Report Posted November 29, 2020 15 hours ago, justjoseph63 said: Hi Ken, and THANKS for submitting for Centurion! You went above and beyond on those fixes, brother, and the seams look fantastic. Unfortunately, there are 2 issues that we noticed... one that may need to be addressed and one super quick fix. It may very well be the photo angles, but your ear screws really appear to have a convex curve on the tops (Truss head) as opposed to the flat, counter-sunk type required for Level 3. Can you post up some close-up/side views for us? Reference images If they are indeed the Truss head type, you can find the correct flat-head, slotted countersunk style at ACE hardware (link here to ones in SoCal) or any specialty hardware store (Lowe's or Home Depot do not normally carry them). Alternatively, I can shoot you a set (no charge) if you pay postage (about 4 bucks). PM me if you need this option. As Glen pointed out, as per the CRL for Centurion "The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt" We see this on occasion, but you are fortunate in the fact that you have enough material at the ends to effectively trim them without going too close to the button plates (exactly as he has shown in his diagram). EASY fix with a pair of tin-snips or a couple of careful cuts with a razor knife... should take you all of 5 minutes! Reference images Looking sharp, sir, and I look forward to seeing the updated results soon... you can do this! Joseph, Thanks for the feedback. You are correct about the screws there was a small amount of dome on them (truss). I located the correct screws and have installed them. Here are pictures of them painted: . I also have trimmed the ammo belt per Glen's instructions. Please let me know if there is anything else that I need to adjust. Thanks again. 2 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted November 29, 2020 Report Posted November 29, 2020 Nice work Ken!!!... Good luck with your application 1 Quote
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted November 30, 2020 Report Posted November 30, 2020 Hi Ken, and thank you for your application for ANH Stunt Centurion! CRL and EIB Application Requirements: All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Centurion. Congratulations, brother! Other-Armor Fit/Assembly; In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor. Note that we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions. First, you did a spectacular job on this armor, Ken! Know that we really appreciate you jumping on those requests so fast, and that they turned out on a grand level. Just a few items here that would improve your overall look even more. All are fast and easy, and I hope they are something you will consider! Fantastic (and QUICK) fix on those ear screws, but if you can get away with loosening the bottom ones up a bit it would help eliminate the distortion on the ABS. The reason for the concern is that if they are too tight, they can possible pull through the opening (especially as seen in the second pic below), ruining the ear completely. I have seen this happen, so just something to be aware of. Ideally, they should be countersunk of course, but not all the way... juuuust enough to hold the ear in place. Reference images Your TD is riding pretty high, and could be dropped down to where the top is more in line with the top of the belt. It may be that it just isn't pushed down completely or the clips may need to be bent/shifted some. It's these small issues that count in the big picture, so something to consider when you suit up. Reference images As mentioned earlier, the sides of your sniper knee plate would benefit from 5 minutes with a Dremel and some sandpaper to give a sharper angle at the curve. Reference images And that's it, sir! Now that you have that Centurion badge under your name and are part of the "Original 500", I sincerely hope you will consider sticking around the forums and helping those who are on their way to having an awesome set of armor like you do! 1 Quote
Sly11[Admin] Posted November 30, 2020 Report Posted November 30, 2020 Congratulations Ken, well done sir.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted November 30, 2020 Report Posted November 30, 2020 Congratulations and welcome to the centurion ranks trooper 1 Quote
TheRascalKing[TK] Posted November 30, 2020 Report Posted November 30, 2020 WOOOOOOOOOO! Great job, Ken! 1 Quote
giskard8[Staff] Posted November 30, 2020 Report Posted November 30, 2020 Congratulations Ken, and welcome to the ranks. 1 Quote
equuspolo[TK] Posted December 1, 2020 Report Posted December 1, 2020 Ken!!!!!! Congratulations Brother!!!! Welcome to the ranks. See you soon. 1 Quote
ukswrath[Staff] Posted December 1, 2020 Report Posted December 1, 2020 Fantastic job Ken and congratulations. Welcome to Centurion 1 Quote
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted December 1, 2020 Report Posted December 1, 2020 Congratulations Trooper Welcome to The Centurion 500 Well done ! 1 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted December 1, 2020 Report Posted December 1, 2020 Congratulations Ken... Fantastic job...Welcome to the ranks... 1 Quote
TK88667[TK] Posted December 3, 2020 Author Report Posted December 3, 2020 On 11/30/2020 at 4:13 AM, justjoseph63 said: Hi Ken, and thank you for your application for ANH Stunt Centurion! CRL and EIB Application Requirements: All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Centurion. Congratulations, brother! Other-Armor Fit/Assembly; In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor. Note that we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions. First, you did a spectacular job on this armor, Ken! Know that we really appreciate you jumping on those requests so fast, and that they turned out on a grand level. Just a few items here that would improve your overall look even more. All are fast and easy, and I hope they are something you will consider! Fantastic (and QUICK) fix on those ear screws, but if you can get away with loosening the bottom ones up a bit it would help eliminate the distortion on the ABS. The reason for the concern is that if they are too tight, they can possible pull through the opening (especially as seen in the second pic below), ruining the ear completely. I have seen this happen, so just something to be aware of. Ideally, they should be countersunk of course, but not all the way... juuuust enough to hold the ear in place. Reference images Your TD is riding pretty high, and could be dropped down to where the top is more in line with the top of the belt. It may be that it just isn't pushed down completely or the clips may need to be bent/shifted some. It's these small issues that count in the big picture, so something to consider when you suit up. Reference images As mentioned earlier, the sides of your sniper knee plate would benefit from 5 minutes with a Dremel and some sandpaper to give a sharper angle at the curve. Reference images And that's it, sir! Now that you have that Centurion badge under your name and are part of the "Original 500", I sincerely hope you will consider sticking around the forums and helping those who are on their way to having an awesome set of armor like you do! Thank you Joseph and the rest of the staff. So excited! I'm already fabricating new aluminum clips to lower the TD (and I'm working with Glen to move those pan heads closer to the edge. I'll also clean up that sniper knee plate. Screws in the bottom of the helmet are already loosed up. Looking forward to helping others with my experience. :-) 1 Quote
Hesikaya[TK] Posted December 3, 2020 Report Posted December 3, 2020 Congrats Ken! Welcome to Centurion. 1 Quote
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