Sgt.Bilko

Hi @Chopper, any feedback on this? Or should I reach out to my local GML?

Redid the tank support following @Chopper ’s How to make Armor wearable guide. The tank is extremely secure, but easily removable. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Boot holster, blouser and rivets (with ABS supports) installed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20mm outside stitching. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Whilst the ABS paste is drying, moving on to the boots. I ordered mine through Imperial Boots (Keep Trooping), as they were one of the approved vendors. The boot back is secured with a 20mm hook and loop fastener. The CRL states it should be 25mm. Does this need to be extended? If so, what have others done?

Paste creation, application. Scraps from the armor, so should be a match. Setting overnight. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Turn those knees around? Nah, my knees are already pointing towards the future—a future where The Mandalorian meets Endor’s speed demons. Why settle for ROTJ when I can rock a biker scout helmet with enough swagger to make Din Djarin jealous? I’m not just blending in with ferns and Ewoks—I’m cruising through hyperspace with a blaster in one hand and Grogu’s snack pack in the other. This isn’t just a costume—it’s the way. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi Chopper, as always thanks for the catch before I get too far. I was blindly following Mickeys video and totally missed this. Looks like I’ll be making some ABS paste. It’s been a minute, but should be able to get that done. Would have needed to do it anyway, because MonCals armor had a large hole cut out at the tank bottom. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Getting the tank mounted. Used neodymium magnets with strapping. Similar setup as my TK. Parachute clip is on its way, then the knot goes away. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sewing the suit. Armor attachment with strapping and Velcro. Moving to the chest side straps and back tank. RS Props helmet is on its way! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Chest workout. Snaps and straps. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Continuing the strapping and sewing. Is this gap worth closing? I’m ready to trim to fit closer to the body before adding strapping. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Greeblie and sewing efforts tonight. Rinse and repeat. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Dry fit. Comments welcome. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Added the ABS reinforcement with new rivet. Had to use medium length 1/8” for the added depth. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Rivets removed. One of my favorite tools ever are these micro shear flush cutters. Very strong and precise. No drilling or damage. Just wear safety glasses, as the rivet head can fly! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Roger that. This was my main concern. The instructions that came with my armor have this orientation (below). Strapping under and under. Whereas the CRL has under and over. The CRL pic was clear, but didn't explain the discrepancy. I'll go with the CRL pic in this case.

Not too late. I can take my electrical cutters and remove the rivets. I’ve got a box of 1/8” on the shelf to redo with reinforced piece of ABS. Thanks for the tip, trooping can be rough on armor. Thanks for the high res picture, much easier to see the buckle orientation Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Belt assembly today. Following MonCal and Mickeys instructions, so the belt is slightly more of a hybrid outcome. For example, buckle close instead of Velcro. Question for the team. First pic is my drop box buckle. I’ve tried zooming in on the crl and several builds. Are the orientation of the drop box buckles correct in my first go? I’m holding off on sewing before getting confirmation. Also, any general statements on the belt are appreciated. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Final product from tea bath. Results look really good. Starting to get dirty Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

And a super fast delivery from WampaWear. Gloves and Flightsuit. Great quality and fit. I may remove the glove liner, so I don’t overheat in summer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Busy after work session tonight. Performed the Christina Earl Grey wash on my white soft parts. Recipe: 3ish gallons of hot water, 4 T Bags with a 15 minute steep. I soaked the nylon strapping for 15 min, cloth strapping 1 min and the KriptonTop cummerbund for 5 min one side and 5 min extra after flipping around. Smells great and so far looks great! Kudos to @TKZombie . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Printed out a new TD greeblie and did some assembly tonight. Move along… Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Exactly what I was looking for, thank you sir! I'll PM you separately from here.

Thanks Corey for taking the time to explain this. I have a good path forward now. Best, Scott