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Just chiming in here to say that your build is coming along great. Fantastic work! Finish line is on the horizon! Well done trooper.

If you do decide to pick one up from Amazon, just be aware that you will likely need to remove some visible pockets, and you’ll also need to add the riding patches and leg straps to meet CRL requirements. We can certainly assist you in that regard if you chose to go that route.

What an awesome opportunity to field test your kit. It’ll take a few outings to get things dialed in just right, but once it is, you’ll be good as good for the duration of any troop. Velcro is your best friend here. If you haven’t seen it yet, Chopper put together an excellent tutorial on how to keep things together while trooping. It’s definitely worth a look. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/w18894-some-tips-for-keeping-your-scout-costume-together-while-trooping/ You look great! Good luck with your submission!

Awesome! If you have any questions or need any guidance, just let us know. We’re here to help.

Looks like you asked at just the right time when all the armorers where online. I see Chopper and the DL replied while I was in the midst of doing so myself. So to add to what has already been stated, if you go that route, make sure to look at Scoutopedia for reference shots. http://www.501stpathfinders.com/scoutopedia.php Weathering on the set was done with a rattle can of black spray paint. There a decent thread that talks about weathering here: and a good video tutorial done by a member that you can check out here: Practice on some scrap wood, newsprint, etc., to get your technique down.

You should be okay, but as Bikerscout007 noted, you’ll likely have to make some adjustment to perfect the fit for your build. That’s standard for any commissioned pieces. Nothing is ever truly ready to wear right out of the box. There will always be some minor tweaking needed to get it just right. As an RS armor owner (I made my soft parts) I’m certain you’ll be pleased. The actors and stunt guys on the set averaged 5’10”’and around 150, so your build is right in the zone. I’m around 180 and 5’10” and the armor fits great. Once you have everything in hand, post up any questions you may have regarding adjustments for fit. We’re happy to help!

Anytime!

The Hyperfirm is properly proportioned. However, you shouldn’t have any issues with your 3D print being approved, so long as it matches the CRL, but in the end it’s up to your GML. If you’re making these for friends and fellow troopers in your garrison, some may question you about the proportions if they compare the one you make for them with someone else’s on a troop. There was an excellent version that was available on Thingiverse by a designer known as Surfinbird132 until recently. You can grab it from him on Cults3D for less than $4. It’s worth it, and it has the option to print it with the bi-pod for a DLT19 or without the bi-pod for the 19X. https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/star-wars-dlt-19x-blaster-mg-34 I printed this for myself and @ChrisA used it for his, which is pictured above.

By “bigger” are you referring with overall length or the width/thickness of the pieces? All versions of the DLT use the MG34 as their base. That weapon measured 48” or 1219mm. Anything smaller in length is undersized. There are vendors that print them the correct length but with a slimmer more narrow profile than actual size. It’s very noticeable when placed next to a DLT that’s printed in proper proportion.

Hey, welcome to the Pathfinders! SC is alive and well and one of the more popular armor makers here in the US. As for buckets for those with larger head sizes, check out Walt's Trooper Factory. https://www.facebook.com/WaltsTrooperFactory/. You can reach out to him via Facebook to confirm sizing for your needs.

You’ll find doing it as pictured above will give you a tighter and more comfortable fit than running it straight across the bottom.

I have the bund attached with Velcro to the vest, front and back, AND there is Velcro on the front of the bund that attaches to the inside of my chest armor. I didn’t attach the bund to the back armor in order to allow some flex for when I bend over. I didn’t want my movement constricted. Some people opt for snaps, but most use Velcro because it allows for greater adjustment than a snap.

Hey Nick! Welcome to the Pathfinders! RS Propmasters has a series on assembling their Scout Armor on YouTube, which may be helpful with regard to how to strap and assemble your armor. Just keep in mind that SC’s armor will be set up a little different. If you have any questions as you move along, just hit the armory team up and we’ll get you sorted. I recommend starting a WIP to keep your build, questions, resources, and advice/feedback all in one place for easy reference. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/96-biker-scout-wip/

Your tank looks great! If you use a dremel with a cutting tool, make sure to have the rpm’s set low to start. It will give you more control during the cut. Make sure you have a line to follow to help ensure a straight cut.

Looks great Chris! Nice touch with the threaded barrel.

For clips, check out Amazon- https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09471BZCJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title Nice work on the TD!

Hey Jorge! Welcome to the Pathfinders. Nice work on the DLT, it looks excellent! Your experience model building will definitely be an asset as Chopper noted. Don’t sweat ordering everything either. It’s not cheating. Everyone has a different approach when building their kits and there’s nothing wrong with commissioning everything. As a fellow RS owner, I know you’ll be pleased. Be sure to hit us up with any questions once you have everything in hand. The armory team is here to help you succeed. You’re off to a great start!

Congratulations!

Thanks for putting this together! I pinned this post so that it will be easier to find and reference for future scouts. You did an amazing job on those gloves!

Here’s a photo of my set up with an RS bucket that is fiberglass like yours, but with an abs faceplate and visor. It’s contrast and brightness are adjusted so that you can see the strap better. Where the strap enters the bottom of the bucket, it comes up the inside to the top slit, and can be either glued in or velcroed at the top. As for where to get a cup, you can check with studiocreations: https://www.studiocreations.com/howto/bikerscout/forsale_bike_replacementparts.html You’ll find the chin cup at the bottom of the page. I too wear glasses and the fiberglass bucket is not forgiving when trying to get it over your head. I too need to take my glasses off first. I find it comes of much easier that going on. The strap helps. I do not have any padding or hard hat liner and do fine but YMMV. The helmet is lined with a light padding about 1/4” and covered in black fabric by RS to prevent the fiberglass from coming in contact with the skin.

If you want to proceed with a Lancer app, best thing to do is to grab the CRL and see what, if anything, needs to be adjusted or changed with your current set up to meet the requirements. If everything looks good, then apply using the guidelines Chopper provided. The review team will inform you of anything that may need to be addressed and then you can decide whether you want to pursue the changes or you can withdraw your app. No pressure. My advice would be to get a few troops under your belt first to see what adjustments you’ll need to make to your armor for comfort and fit in the field. Then give some thought to applying.

Best day ever, as you well know!

Very, very cool. Really liked the video on your FB page too.

I’m going to toss out a third option building on what [mention=83045]Chopper[/mention] already noted. Rivet the tank topper directly to the tank. Then drill a small hole in the shelf of the back armor that will allow the exposed rivet on the underside of the tank to sit in. With the rivet sitting inside this hole, you’ll have a nice flush surface to use e6000 to glue the tank directly onto the shelf. You should be able to “mark” where to drill the hole on the shelf by setting the tank on the shelf of the back armor once the topper has been riveted to it and pressing lightly so that the rivet makes an impression or mark on the shelf.

Nice! I have the same bin. It’s awesome just how much you can pack in there with proper nesting. I have my ROTJ in there along with my additional flight suit, CB, bicep armor, and neck seal for my JFO Scout. I generally place a flight suit on the bottom as a cushion, nest the the small armor pieces in the chest/back, and set that on the left (opposite the wheels). Then nest the helmet in the middle wrapped in my vest, with the boots on top of each other on the right with the wheels. I have a tray that goes over the boots. Belts are nested on top with CBs and the other flight suit layered on top as another cushion. My set up pre JFO addition can be seen here. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/21153-packing-for-deployment/&do=findComment&comment=203034