Kind Posted October 29, 2009 Report Posted October 29, 2009 yeah you know im going to be needing lots o help so well be in contact thank you for the great lists nice to not have to look all over to find what is needed! Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted November 2, 2009 Author Report Posted November 2, 2009 In my excitement, I forgot to thank you again Paul. So, a huge thank you for those kind words Ben, I am more than happy to help, just let me know if I can be of assistance. Thank you! I would also like to acknowledge 2 more great guys who have helped with future projects. Wyatt (TK4205)- for the great cargo straps Bernard (TK8280)- for the cool ANH holster Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted March 2, 2010 Author Report Posted March 2, 2010 Hey there, I decided it's time to update my build thread with my helmet mods. After trooping a couple of times, I realized a couple things. People can not hear you well from your bucket and it gets hot and sweaty in there. With some help from some squad members I obtained some generic hovis w/ speakers, amp and mic. Got some tubing and ran some wires. I got my fan from TK-4261, this is an awsome gem of a fan that sucks from one side and has a wide blow vent. He saved the day, ATA is probably the smallest bucket and I was having trouble finding something to fit. It runs on 3 AAA batteries and has lasted several trooping events at a time. The ATA bucket is very similar to the AP, at first glance they look the same. The biggest diff I found was the tube area on the cap-n-back is more shallow on the ATA, so I had to place my battery boxes in the face. I have added padding to the front and back to stablize the helmet and provide range of motion. I used a locking velcro for the fan, and industrial for the padding, amp and battery boxes. The fan is controlled by the red push button and the sound a rocker switch. Let me know what you guys think! Quote
Jag[TK] Posted March 10, 2010 Report Posted March 10, 2010 Christaan, wow. I didn't see your build thread until now. Amazing. I love the split cable tubing running around the neck of your bucket like a cable raceway. I may incorporate that in my bucket even though I'll initially only be managing a fan and battery pack. Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted March 11, 2010 Author Report Posted March 11, 2010 Daryl, Thanks for checking out my build thread. Congratulations on making your TK official! Now let's get that EIB Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted March 24, 2010 Author Report Posted March 24, 2010 I finally found the paint on Plastidip, expensive and worth it. I gutted my bucket and re-painted the black back in. The overspray from the painter negated my spray job and it has been driving me crazy. I brushed in 3 coats and let cure for a day. Replaced my mic tip holder w/ a black one and re-installed my electronics. I am really happy w/ the end result, it looks so much cleaner.I still need to add a bit more padding in the dome, but I am ready for trooping. I have a second fan to add when needed and have figured out how to get one more battery box into my little ATA. Here is the new and improved black interior Quote
tedyer Posted March 25, 2010 Report Posted March 25, 2010 Would you happen to have the specific product name from Plastidip by any chance? I went to their website, and it looks like they have a million products. I'm curious as to which one you used, and the size container you bought. Thanks! Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted March 25, 2010 Author Report Posted March 25, 2010 Would you happen to have the specific product name from Plastidip by any chance? I went to their website, and it looks like they have a million products. I'm curious as to which one you used, and the size container you bought. Thanks! Tom, Performix is the maker. My can is 14.5 oz. Here is a pic of the can. Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Posted April 25, 2011 I just wanted to update my build with some pics of my new physique. I am finally screen accurate(no more shims ). A few outside shots If you are trying to lose the shims I suggest you follow the trooper fit club! Quote
Ath629 Posted October 10, 2011 Report Posted October 10, 2011 Fantastic. Enjoyed reading your progress. You look great!!!! Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted October 10, 2011 Author Report Posted October 10, 2011 Fantastic. Enjoyed reading your progress. You look great!!!! Thanks, Alex PM received and replied to! Quote
DudeSidious Posted October 13, 2011 Report Posted October 13, 2011 How much weight did you lose ?Its made a big differance.You look great! Quote
bobojuice Posted October 13, 2011 Report Posted October 13, 2011 VERY NICE!! I'm in that mode myself now. I still need to drop another 20 or so pounds but I'm on my way. What did you do to lose all that weight? Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted October 13, 2011 Author Report Posted October 13, 2011 Thank you Wayne! I lost 50 pounds, was 235 with a 36-37 waist to 185 with a 33 waist. I have since gained some back due to stress, but I am still able to fit my armor. I currently have a 34 inch waist. Luis, I started to review the trooper fit club thread and followed some of the important tips. I, basically, used the target brand of slim fast shakes(Royale) and drank 2 a day with one meal trying not to exceed 2000 and no less than 1500 calories each day. I have since gained back 10 pounds from stress and will soon go back to this method to loose 15 pounds and then begin a regular workout schedule. It took me 5-6 months to loose the 50 pounds. Quote
naatsirhc[TK] Posted July 13, 2013 Author Report Posted July 13, 2013 armor upgrades- getting much closer to centurion. thigh- detonator- calves- next up will be replacing side rivets and crotch Quote
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