Stutz Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Looking good! I see you bought acrylic paints and sponges, most likely for your weathering? Consider using hair spray and fullers earth/tile grout instead, That's what most of us local Sandies have used. It gives a much more realistic weathering effect, IMO. Trooperbay has a good tutorial:https://trooperbay.com/weather-sandtrooper-helmet/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 18, 2018 Author Share Posted April 18, 2018 Looking good! I see you bought acrylic paints and sponges, most likely for your weathering? Consider using hair spray and fullers earth/tile grout instead, That's what most of us local Sandies have used. It gives a much more realistic weathering effect, IMO. Trooperbay has a good tutorial:https://trooperbay.com/weather-sandtrooper-helmet/ I thought about that, but I’m going to use some of my college Commercial Art Degree and go with the same technique that Pandatrooper uses. But thanks for the suggestion! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djrue Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 1 hour ago, MAC Dan D said: I thought about that, but I’m going to use some of my college Commercial Art Degree and go with the same technique that Pandatrooper uses. But thanks for the suggestion! One thing to think about is consistency with other sandy's in the garrison since we all used hairspray and fuller's earth/grout. Screen used suits weren't painted. You've already joined mepd.net correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 18, 2018 Author Share Posted April 18, 2018 Oh...I didn't realize that would/could be an issue? And no, I have not joined MEPD yet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djrue Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 31 minutes ago, MAC Dan D said: Oh...I didn't realize that would/could be an issue? And no, I have not joined MEPD yet... You're in for a treat with mepd...so much great info there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 18, 2018 Author Share Posted April 18, 2018 Yeah I know...I've been actively trolling. I don't have to have an TK/TD ID to join? I wasn't sure what the correct protocol is for this (I'm still a newb' at all this LOL). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djrue Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Yeah I know...I've been actively trolling. I don't have to have an TK/TD ID to join? I wasn't sure what the correct protocol is for this (I'm still a newb' at all this LOL). Nope you could sign up and see most parts of the site 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 19, 2018 Author Share Posted April 19, 2018 All my stuff for the build came in today! Now I’m really excited to get my armor built! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 21, 2018 Author Share Posted April 21, 2018 Got pouches today!Thanks to Anthony B. from MEPD forums!Now all that’s left are my boots and blasters! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 22, 2018 Author Share Posted April 22, 2018 Scored and snapped all my cover strips......made my way over to Kris H. House for snap plate crazy world!!...once I get back home, I’m going to start making one end of elastic side straps and maybe the thigh garters! Super excited for the Armor party; hoping to get a ton accomplished! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 23, 2018 Author Share Posted April 23, 2018 Armor party was a blast! Shout out to djrue for hosting! Got a ton accomplished...so, on another note: my screen name LOL it’s M-A-C...just like you all call Kris H “chief”, well that’s what I am too. Master-at-Arms Chief (MAC)...but enough of that, I’m hoping to have a TK id soon! On to the Picts! Snap plates paid off...pretty much got arms assembled, and thanks to Victor S. showing me the how to, I should be able to finish assembling and strapping in short order! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 25, 2018 Author Share Posted April 25, 2018 (edited) Marked off thighs and shins... Glued my thighs together (just have the internal strips for now) which was a little challenging by myself...but I’m more than up for the challenge thanks to Victor S. Guidance! Back of thighs... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited April 25, 2018 by MAC Dan D Bad picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 25, 2018 Author Share Posted April 25, 2018 And I couldn’t resist......was standing in front of mirror so the image is reversed, but that’s the front of the thighs. Will put cover strips on tomorrow night...Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 27, 2018 Author Share Posted April 27, 2018 Getting the final shipments from imperial procurement...Shout out to Hyperfirm for the E-11 “Standard” grade...Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 27, 2018 Author Share Posted April 27, 2018 Ok...got a lot accomplished tonight...And finally...practicing some simulated “paint runs” for my helmet build...Ok...time to start “strapping” this kit together! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 29, 2018 Author Share Posted April 29, 2018 Shins...done except for the sniper plate which is next! Did the Velcro along the back end...Plus I picked up a new “book” last night! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 29, 2018 Author Share Posted April 29, 2018 Ok...Sniper plate install...pretty much followed Pandatrooper’s guide on MEPD...Glued some internal strips for a backing...Sanded flush...Another reinforcement...Drilled 1/8” holes...Rivets with backing washers...Dremeled the ends off slowly so as not to heat up the ABS...CA glued the plate on and......Done!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted April 30, 2018 Author Share Posted April 30, 2018 So I had a question about my shin sizing and boots......they fit around my Combat Boots ok with no issues so I’m sure that they will fit ok with my Imperial Boots too!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 Thigh ammo pack...Reference Picts (courtesy of Pandatrooper)......my mark lines......looks pretty close!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 Trimmed and holes drilled......but I’ve nothing on hand to bend over those split rivet with! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balue Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 10 hours ago, MAC Dan D said: Trimmed and holes drilled... ...but I’ve nothing on hand to bend over those split rivet with! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I used a flat head to get them bent out a little just enough to get the tip of a philips head in then taped that down. This opened them enough for me to then hammer them down flat with a smaller hammer head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 Got some tools......split rivets from Trooperbay...One side at a time...Switch...And done...On to the belt!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted May 2, 2018 Author Share Posted May 2, 2018 So before the belt...a little trimming and sizing...Nailed it! Everything lined up!Even got room to breath...LOLSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koryu1212(Dan D) Posted May 2, 2018 Author Share Posted May 2, 2018 Split rivet craziness...!Holes drilled...Han Snap...Cod and butt plate...Added some internal Velcro...Test fit (mirror image...I think I gave Victor S. A slight heart attack)...will add more Velcro to close up the gap more...Canvas Belt test...might have to add more Velcro to belt as I am slight of waist ...Comments anyone? Am I doing ok? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkRocketScience Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 I've not put a TK/TD together before Dan, but to the uneducated it looks good! You are a machine! This is a great WIP thread! Thanks for posting it here! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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