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Of course! That's what we're here for. You should be able to find most of what you need at the stores and there is always Amazon if you can't find a certain implement. Check for coupons and if they have a bonus card snag one as that'll help you save a bit. Research is key here so look through several build threads and see how some scouts built their armor. Above all have confidence that you can do it and ask a lot of questions.

You'll be just fine with the SC. I'm about 5'8" 170lbs and I had to do minor trimming on the chest and back armor to fit my body type. There are smaller scouts who use the SC as well. If you like you can look through my build thread and see how I trimmed my armor out here: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=14946&st=0

See! I told you the armourers would come out They smell this kind of stuff. Thanks Stasz and Stroker!

Found it. Its on the swinging ewok cantina under getting started. Try there.

Ahh yes then I was missing it. Thanks KLB!

Does anyone know what happened to the "Ask an Armourer" forum? Not sure if I'm missing it or if it is actually missing.

If you get a chance head over to the Georgia Garrison site (www.ga501st.com) and sign up for the forums. You'll be able to get to know your garrison mates and there might even be a few near you that can help out. You also have a host of folks here from around the world that are ready to help you be successful too. Start a build thread here and folks will be there to help.

You can check with Spike in the trade forum. I plan on mixing up some ABS paste and using that to fill in the gaps. A little sanding and a coat of paint will make it look "seemless". That might be an option for you if you don't wish to buy a new belt.

I would post these pics to the armourer forum and get their read. I know that Chef is experienced with pulling armor and can probably help. If that's the only questionable piece then you might be able to replace it. That pull does look pretty bad and it looks like the center v-wedge has some issues towards the bottom as well. Also, check with your garrison GML as they are the ones that will ultimately be approving it. Chin up my friend there is always a solution:)

Well Mickey always said that Lancer should be blood, sweat, and tears. I got the first two down in sure the last will come after they review my submission

That goes for your boot cuts too. I got distracted and it cost me stitches in the ER. The look on the docs face was great though "you were doing what again?" but doc you don't understand I need to shoot for Lancer:)

One item of note is that in this build the TD greeblie is installed upside down. He has amazing technique and I'm among the ones who used his thread as reference during my build but no matter who you reference always keep the CRL handy and double check the reqmt before you execute it. It will save you from mistakes and a little frustration from do-overs. A build thread is recommended as that gives the experienced troopers a chance to come along side and help if/when you need.

Message received Chef! I'll be sure to use separate primer and paint and the same maker. Thanks all for the lessons!

Tim do you mean use a separate primer and paint rather than an "all in one"? I'm planning to paint my son's WTF armor and I want to do it right the first time.

Use can use a flat bladed screw driver and GENTLY pry it up off the TD. You want to be careful not to damage the greeblie. E6000 is pretty forgiving if you want to fix a part which is why it's recommended. Thankfully you didn't use CA glue:) Tell your friend that once he gets its removed to sand both pieces with some 220 to remove any raised areas of glue and then reglue it to the TD. Easy fix just be a little patient with the operation.

Wait till you get it all together and don it it'll look even awesomer! I would suggest getting a build thread started. That will create a venue where you can ask questions and get pointers if you should need. We're here to help you be 100% successful so don't hesitate to reach out should you need to.

Wow! Looking really excellent! The side strapping looks to be spot on. Once you get everything together you can do your fitment suit up and dial everything in then. For the TD I ultimately went the magnet route as it makes putting it on as simple as reach and lock into place on your belt. I found that looping it through the belt made it harder for me to suit up which is already hard once you start putting all the various pieces on so I went with the magnets. I got the idea from Pandatrooper and recreated it on my build thread so you can look either place for pointers if you need but it's pretty easy to do. Keep up the great work you'll be posting pre-approval pics in no time!

Big, small the Pathfinders welcome all! Welcome to the BS.N forest! There are quite a few makers here so getting you armor that fits shouldn't be a problem. You'll need a minimum of five posts to access The trade forums so head out and start looking around and if you have any questions feel free to post up.

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You read my mind Tim!

Good to know. Thanks Tim I'll head back over change my order to get a longer strand. No. I'm going to repurpose the old ones. I'll use my trusty heat gun to make the caps convex. Jeff over at SC has awesome service and if I mess these up I'll hit him up for a new set.

Shoot! I should have waited for this post. I think I ended up with about 15' of the grey. How many turns did you do on your tube Tim?

That's funny just ordered some a moment ago:)

Thanks a ton Tim that really helps!

Ok which one of you Ewok lovers can point me to where I can find what I need to do to build a revised new screen accurate TD for Lancer? Honestly though I could use some help here. I've found a few threads but nothing concrete. Not sure if I need to break new ground here, which might be fun, or if there is something already defined. Many thanks!