Jediwannabe

Thanks @Chopper!

I've changed the image format to jpeg. I was viewing it on Safari but I've checked it on Chrome and Firefox and I can see the images. Hoping it worked.

Copy! I'll see if I can fix it. Thanks!

Thanks for letting me know. Strange thing is that I'm seeing the two images from my browser. No one else is seeing the two photos?

Hi all, It has been a while but only because I travel for work and this year had gotten busy. My helmet progress had left off with my creating the plastic paste with clippings and plastic weld. I need to apply another layer and continue to sand although I may switch to bondo to finish. This is my least favorite part of the build but I am determined to get through it.

Progress pics attached! I'm really getting excited now. The new RS build video is super helpful. I'm glad they're making them again. Getting the angles right was challenging but I'm very happy with the results so far. I do also need to thank RS for helping out with the kit. They sent me a few replacement parts with the pencil lines drawn in and it made a world of difference. I've been using the one without the line for practice as I move through the build. It will never be a full helmet because, as mentioned, I only received a few parts. Regardless, I am very grateful because it really made the difference. The pencil lines were definitely needed.

I'm back at it and making progress on the helmet. I've successfully trimmed all parts and I've installed the interior cover strips. It's looking pretty good so far. The front edge didn't line up perfectly but it's hidden under the mask and I think I can probably even it out a bit anyway, once I do the plastic slurry.

Super helpful feedback! Thank you @Chopper!

Ok, so I've sewn a velcro strip directly to the jumpsuit. It separates at the zipper. It is very easy when putting on as it mainly just stays on the jumpsuit. It is also very comfortable when worn. Here are two pics from a test fit I did today. I feel like my body armor and soft parts are complete and ready for feedback so I will need to focus on finishing the RS helmet kit so I can submit. I'm wearing my EFX Legend in the photo, which I don't plan on trooping in.

Hi Corey, Thanks for the feedback! I'll do as you've recommended. 🙂

Hello all, I am working on attaching the cod piece to the suit. I know that ballers attach it to the flak vest but mine is too short. It seems that the next best option would be to attach it to the jumpsuit with 2 strips of velcro (allowing a break for the zipper). I can't tell if it's currently sitting high enough. Any thoughts?

Yes, thanks! I’ve been following these videos and they are very helpful but my kit came without the pencil marks that are mentioned to be on the parts so I’m struggling quite a bit. I do hope RS finishes making this series of tutorials. I found their TK instructions to be super helpful.

I’m still here guys. Work has been a distraction but I am hoping to get back to the build soon. The RS helmet kit has been very challenging but I’m still hopeful to get a good result.

I can see some of the vac formed lines but a lot are not visible at all. I appreciate your input. I'll keep working at it. Thanks. 🙂

Hi Rob, unfortunately, my helmet came without pencil lines so the lines in the photos are just guess I've been making. The RS video also says to follow the lines and then skips over most of the cutting. Simon mentions a stencil in the video. Might you be able to share a pdf of the stencil so I can see where to cut?

I've been working on my RS helmet kit. The RS build video notes that the kit comes with pencil marks but it didn't so I've been struggling to determine how far to sand the main shell halves. There is a very faint line in the plastic that I can see in some areas but it's not pronounced enough to confidently cut the entire helmet. I'm also concerned with the visor that has almost no visible cut line. Anyone have advice? I've been comparing it to the EFX Legend helmet I own but I know that they made mistakes in the visor trimming. The space between the two back vents on the EFX is 60mm while RS says it's 70mm. I did see that the Lancer Build Tutorial has some measurements and there is also a post with images of a screen used helmet with some measurements but neither note this spacing. BTW, the pencil marks in my images are just guesses that I've made. I'm trying not to make uneven gaps but it is challenging.

RS Prop Masters helmet kit arrived this week so the next phase begins.

Thanks for the info. I don't believe I'm on the garrison board yet but I will investigate. 🙂

I just purchased the KriptonTop cummerbund, off-white pouches, and cod. Although it may be possible to modify the cummerbund I got from KeepTroopimg, it seemed like it needed a lot of work so…one step closer. I’ve also been poking around to see what sort of activities the group has been up to. I’m eager to get out there once accepted 🙂

A few additional updates to share from the build. Boot holster complete. Shoulder bells attached and bridge covered. Also, started the lower strap to attach chest to back. Thermal detonator complete.

Hello! This morning I purchased the RS Prop Masters helmet kit. Looking forward to receiving it and loving the fact that they're currently doing a tutorial video on YouTube. Seems like the timing is perfect. I've been a little nervous about building the helmet but it looks like I'm going for it. 🙂

Understood! Thanks @BikerScout007!

Another quick question - I can't find confirmation of the size of the white elastic strip that covers the shoulder connections. Is it 1 inch? The Lancer build doesn't note the size and Mikey's build doesn't specify either. The RS build says it's 1 1/4" but that seems a bit big and since they overlap the bridge, it might be why they make it bigger. Anyway, any help would be appreciated.

Thanks for the feedback @Retrofire and @Chopper!