KOtrooper

I used some gray fabric I found at Joann's (RIP) and sewed it over headliner foam. It's not a costume for summer. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

Congratulations Trooper! Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

Hard to tell the sizing of the ribs of the shirt to give you a clear answer. Might also be tricky going from a navy color to gray. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

The spacing depends on your body type. You just need to ensure the first and last line up on the sides with the armor and the rest are spaced appropriately. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

I also used neopren. Used it on the hip armor too... And custom shoulder straps. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

You're going to have to ask your local GML. The fabric should have a ribbed look to it. The ribs are about 4mm apart. I sewed mine. Was boring but I got good at sewing a straight line. In short, if you're going for basic - this is a maybe. If going for L2 - this fabric is a no-go. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

Here's a guide from Mr. Paul... Not sure if the link will be correct so I'm including a photo too. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1742353536003671/permalink/2205414926364194/?app=fbl Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

You're making great progress! Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

It's fine. I used Velcro for a flatter pack down. Basically, unless it's called out in the CRL - use whatever strapping method you need to use. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

Rotary tools are great and very useful for kit buildings (cutting/sanding/drilling). You can often get a decent one for cheap. Powered sanders will take the edge off quick. You can also tape some sandpaper to the table and rub the armor on it until the excess edge goes away. I'd really recommend you sand/file it down. For your comfort and overall kit accuracy. I think you'll be much happier with it.

Approval really depends on your local GML. I will say that obvious air brushing will prevent L2 approval. If you have any concerns, I'd send a few photos to your local GML and ask for input on your progress. Sent from my Pixel 8a using Tapatalk

Nice!

I'd tone down the airbrushing (while still trying to be consistent with your entire kit). It comes across too soft and even while the Shore is more randomly weathered and scratched. The washes will do most of the heavy lifting along side some chipping/scuffs.

Congrats Trooper! Great build thread and I love the work you did on your blaster. Have fun trooping.

Nice progress! Mike's steering you in the right direction for the male snaps. Make sure the bottom male snap on the shoulder bell is high enough to help hold up the bicep armor. Took me a few tries with the elastic and female snaps to get it just right (was doing all of this solo) so make sure you have extras.