BikerScout007

If you do an ROTJ scout, it needs ROTJ weathering. There was no desert weathering in ROTJ so that's not an option for that CRL. If you want desert weathering, then the Mando Scout is your go to. That's the simplest answer. The more detailed one is that we go by canon sources, and there are no canon sources for an ROTJ-style scout with Mando-style weathering. If you want to do it for your cosplay/conventions, you are free to. But it would not be approvable.

The vest is not optional. I don't think it's been optional since maybe....2010, 2012?

Yeah the build techniques should work for the most part, but there are certain things -- like the number of ribs required on the cummerbund for the JFO -- that differ. @MrPoopie is your bet resource for this build. he is the CRL model and created the designs for the 3d printed accessories.

@MrPoopie can help you out with this. Sit tight. However -- don't confuse yourself looking at the ROTJ Scout requirements. The requirements for the JFO are all in that CRL. If there's nothing mentioned -- ex. about suede parts -- that's because they aren't required for that costume.

100% agree with @Chopper on the bolts. It's a very easy mod to make. I did a post on it here:

Well done, Chris! Let us know when you get your ID number and I'll get you access Sent from my LM-G710 using Tapatalk

Good luck, man. Though I think you're going to sail through

Looking good, Chris! You ready to get approved?

Yes! Not to sound like your dad but "Pull your pants up, son!" I get that this is merely a "fit and finish" issue -- but that's pretty much what Lancer is! It can't be overstated how close the belt sits to the pouches in the film. Remember this was the 80s, people wore their belts on their waists, not their hips like we do today:

Well you've certainly done a good job getting that all together. One nit that I can see -- your TD greeblie should look like this: Your t-bit is also a little odd, but pretty close Good luck on the rest of your build!

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Sateen should work. If it's a smooth white cotton with no pattern on it (like the way twill has a diagonal pattern for instance) then you should be good.

First, welcome to the Pathfinders forum! We are here to help you reach your goals! Okay - I'm getting from your post that you are interested in doing the ROTJ Scout Trooper. So in that case -- no Tie Fighter coveralls are not approvable. The rain boots -- toss those into the garbage compactor. The Kenner blaster -- put that up on a shelf somewhere. That's a collector's item. You'll need an appropriate set of coveralls, scout boots and an EC-17. That Don Post helmet looks like it could use some work too, though it's hard to tell from the photos. It looks like you've got a set of very old SC armor? It seems to be missing some greeblies though. And I'm not sure if your cummerbund and codpiece meet spec. It's hard to tell from that pic. So I'd say first, familiarize yourself with the CRLs, read through some of the WIP threads and figure out where you want to go from there. Here's some great places to get started: http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/96-biker-scout-wip/ http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/145-biker-scout-soft-parts/ http://www.501stpathfinders.com/scoutopedia.php

Also check the Scoutopedia. There are several pictures of rank bars in the Back Armor section: http://www.501stpathfinders.com/scoutopedia.php

There's still a little bit more you can trim along the top. You want to get that curve along the top to run along that ridge. Yours looks a little straight on the left side. Round out those upper corners too.

Just buy a set of coveralls for the time being. If it's just for Halloween you dont need to worry about the suede patches and extra pockets. You can always fix it up properly later https://www.amazon.com/Kolossus-Deluxe-Coverall-Pockets-Antistatic/dp/B07BK8KRQ3/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=kolossus%2Bcoveralls&qid=1633028687&sr=8-1-spons&smid=A24GILMCOPBAO1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyRE5QRkwyT1dBTjBYJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzEyODgxTUIzUTJSNlpDRExGJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2ODMyNDkxU0FVVTZMNEU5V04wJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1&psc=1 This is what most of us do, anyway. Buying from Imperial Boots is easier, but it's not necessarily better or more affordable in the long run. And buy a sewing machine! You'll never get better if you don't try it. I knew nothing about sewing machines before I got started in this crazy hobby and now I make my own garments.

To echo what Troy said, put...the heat gun....down You don't need that yet and it's doubtful if you ever will. The Scout is mostly a soft costume so your fine tuning will really come with the garments. The armor pieces are held on by straps that can easily be adjusted. The Pandatrooper guide is great. It's a bit dated and some of it is not up to current CRL spec, but it will largely get you through the process. Make sure you check the requirements of the CRL at all times, because that's what your Garrison will be judging you against.

There's no official template for the dogbone. There may be some floating around that various bootmakers have made over the years. Just do your best to match the screen sources and you'll be fine! http://www.501stpathfinders.com/scoutopedia.php

Bear in mind, that even for Lancer, filling the seam is optional Optional: For the 'Back and Cap' style bucket constructions, fill the seam around the top of the dome so it is not visible.

Okay cleaned up your posts. First I put them in the Scout WIP forum so they are in the right place. Then I merged your two separate threads together, and got rid of the double posts. Finally -- we are having an armor party on October 9th. You should come on out!

Congrats, Phil! Thanks for seeing it through to the end. We are thrilled to have you as a member of the family. Be sure to make an access request so I can upgrade you to full Pathfinder status http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/162-access-requests/ Great job!

The strapping was intentionally left off so it would be up to the trooper's discretion. You can use straps, magnets, velcro -- whatever you think works. The knee armor could be an issue for your GML -- it really would depend on them. I personally think it's fine, but unfortunately it's not up to me. If your GML is really strict, I could see them saying you need a different set of knees. Magnets sound great for the tank topper. You are right about the TD. The new requirements allow any configuration as long as the dot is on the short side and the badge is on the long side. So if you switch up your TD for the JFO, it would still be compatible with the ROTJ. I'll have to let someone else chime in here. When I wore my RS with my old SC armor, I just left them as is. Nobody noticed

Good choices on vendors, Mike! Looking forward to your build

You keep the same number no matter what costume you have. You would just be TB-19688 Your number is for life!

Isn't your designation 19688? Congrats!