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Maybe check with the Clone Detachment? http://501stclonetroopers.com/ ? They probably have some great sources on snagging a DC15. Best of luck to you!
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I also got an Under Armor Balaclava from Amazon My blaster is a Hyperfirm but DVH does great work and he's started another run with an updated blaster version: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=15223 There are only 10 slots so get in on it soon! I went to ChrisX909X on the Trade Forum. I had him make the parts and I assembled them. He also will do the whole shebang if you want to go that route.
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Has anyone tried that magnetic paint on primer you can get at Home Depot? I was thinking of using that and a couple of rare earth magnets in my holster. I'm struggling with taking a knife to my Hyperfirm. I don't think I have the guts to do it.
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You secure that talk Bugdozer! (places hand over snout speaker) Sent from my VS985 4G using Tapatalk
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We're always behind you. If there is any way we can help let us know.
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Forest Ranger's Tree Dodging Scout Progress
Retrofire replied to Forest Ranger's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout HQ
Looking great! I can't wait for my lid to come in! I think I'll be replacing all the decals as well. Keep up the great work! -
Hi Brian. Looks like there is a problem with Photobucket or the forum so I can't tell at the moment. My pics are not showing up either. I hope it's temporary. If I remember the left one was looking OK for height but I know you haven't got them fastened yet. I just saw Benwbell's boot build and he mentioned that he had a "method" maybe hit him up and see what the secret is . http://forum.bikersc...showtopic=15203 You're doing great!
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Looking good Mate! It's great to see you in your armour! Looks like you need a set of bridge straps for the front and back armour as well. If you have enough material I would make them out of the cotton webbing that came with your SC. That way it will be done when you go for Lancer.......you are going for Lancer after basic approval right? I ended up sizing my thigh boxes something like three times to get the distance between them and the belt right. I would suggest posting a pic when you get those set and get input from another Pathfinder or Lancer. The right box looks a little low but I know you haven't connected them yet. Looks great!
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Will these boot tops pass Lancer
Retrofire replied to Stroker's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Soft Parts
Here's a shot of my boots. I had Chrisx909x make the soft parts and I assembled them and attached the holster. I would have to agree with Stasz. There's no spec that I've seen and it looks good to me. Maybe shoot Griffin-X a PM and see what he thinks. He's a detachment armorer and a Lancer. He was really helpful to me recently when I had questions about the color of my TD tube. -
Todd thanks again for all the great input! Now that I look at the pics you're spot on and I need to move each set of my arm armor up more toward the bell. I like the idea of the Velcro and I have no shortage of it so I'll be taking your advice to add it. My pouches are also attached with Velcro so I'll re-position them to bring them square with the belt. I just noticed the drop box and I make sure they are not twisted when I post my official pre approval pics once my Altmann's bucket comes in. I'm learning how hard it is when in armor to adjust so it seems best to have everything as idiot-proof as I can make it suiting up. Thanks again for your advice and help!
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Ben, have you sourced your armour yet? Some of those kits (like my SC) come with the holster so it'll save you from spending more. That way you can focus on your boots. PandaTrooper had a good method of tightening up the sole fabric that might be of help. Here's his thread: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=9781 You also might want to start a build thread too so you can post pics and we can help out if you need. It's been a boon to me throughout my build to have other Pathfinders jumping in to help.
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Here comes round three of my pre-pre approval pics. I've taken the previous inputs and have implemented them in. I would appreciate any input, questions, comments. Thanks! Front Left Side Rear Right SIde
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Thanks Jim! The TD was really being a bugger to get attached once I was suited up and I couldn't be sure it was straight. The magnets align it even with the belt so all I have to do is just let the magnets do their thing and loop the clips over my belt.
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BikerScout007's RS Props Helmet
Retrofire replied to BikerScout007's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Armor/Helmet
Yeah I'm going to have to dock you for the right forearm armor being too high That RS lid looks great! What's even better is trooping it. I hope you and the folks there had a great time! -
Well it seems as if it has been one step forward and two steps back as I make my way through this process. It's been a learning process and while somewhat frustrating at times it's really satisfactory to see my armor look better with each iteration. Here's what I've upgraded in this round and thanks to those that have provided great input and suggestions to make it look better! 1.) Disassembled my TD and painted the tube grey to match my DVH snout and chest rectangle. If you get SC armor it turns out that the tube is a touch too light so paint it before you assemble your TD. Thus may help avoid tearing it down and painting it anyway. If you have questions you can always talk to a detachment armorer and/or your GML. 2.) I sewed Velcro to the upper part of my bund and vest to keep it from dropping down below my chest armor. 3.) I removed my 1.5" strapping from my drop boxes and trimmed them back to accommodate the correct distance from the belt assembly. I had to trim off the female snaps so I had to reset new ones once I achieved the correct length. Lesson learned. Make sure you correctly measure this distance before going to all the trouble to attach your straps. I thought I had the right distance set but even with placing Velcro in the boxes it didn't give me enough room to shorten it up. 4.) SInce I had the TD all taken apart I decided to do a mod using rare earth magnets to attach it to my belt since it was getting me frustrated trying to get it sit right and correctly attach it after I put my belt on. Yes, it has to look perfect So here's what I did: I picked up a set of rare earth magnets used for furniture from Amazon. Once I had my TD back together I attached the magnets to my belt loops using screws: Then I cut two patches of cotton webbing to fit over the rare earth magnets that will be fitted to my belt. I made them a little larger since they have to fit over the magnets when I sewed them on: I then sewed them on the belt by only sewing three sides. I did it this way to make sure I had them facing the right way so they would attract rather than repel. It's the measure twice cut once adage. Once I was happy that they were correctly placed I just sewed the pouch closed. The magnet set up works very well and supports my belt assembly with no effort. So I'm just about ready for my third round of pre-pre approval photos so I'll be posting those soon. Thanks for all the help and input and as I've mentioned before keep it coming!
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Forest Ranger's Tree Dodging Scout Progress
Retrofire replied to Forest Ranger's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout HQ
Good to hear from you Cheyenne and glad to hear you're still moving along. I think that's great you're working with Grif! Let's see some pics! I've taken a few steps back with my TD and had to redo it and I'm moding my drop boxes to get them closer to the belt. So I'm moving a little slowly at the moment but getting caught back up. -
Welcome to the BS.N forest Robert! This is a great place to learn about all things Pathfinder. Start digging in and learning all you can and feel free to ask questions. If there is any way we can be of help please feel free to ask. Again, welcome it's great to have you!
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BikerScout007's RS Props Helmet
Retrofire replied to BikerScout007's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Armor/Helmet
Mickey, you realize that now you have to update your banner to reflect your RS right? You too Daniel when it comes in! -
Attention: New Lancer added to the Ranks
Retrofire replied to BikerScout007's topic in Announcements
Race ya Tim! -
Hi Chris from Canada and welcome to BS.N! You have chosen wisely to go with a scout. This is a great place for all things Pathfinder and the folks here are top notch. Let us know how we can help and again welcome! Sent from my VS985 4G using Tapatalk
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Anytime!
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I'm 5'9"/170lbs and I'm wearing a RedKap size 40 regular if that helps.
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Hi David. You need five posts to see the Trade Forum. Just post a couple of more times and you should be good to go!
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Thanks a lot for the compliment Wayne. I've had a lot of great examples to follow.
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Yes, and it really helped to fine tune the sizing before I riveted it in. You're right on point with wanting to glue it. I also glued the area around the rivet to provide additional strength to prevent it tearing around the rivet. I looked at one of Chef's builds and he used a larger piece of ABS in the belt restraint area. Here's the link if you are interested: http://kgbairsoft.com/wordpress/?page_id=122