JimmyFilth Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 So my KS armour has arrived and I've made a start. I think the helmet will be the part of find the most challenging. Having had a look it seems the knees aren't quite right so I may buy some new ones and some new drop boxes from SC as I've also read the drop boxes are a bit big. I'm happy with the thickness of the plastic and there is no yellowing so we shall see. I could do with pointers on how to get this authorised by the 501st. Anyone advise on the knees? I am also aware I need to add another Velcro strap to the top of the knee and I am also ordering new greeblies. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 I have KS armor and it can be approved. Definitely replace the drop boxes and boot holster though, they are too big. The knees are fine, along with the biceps, forearms and belt. You'll also want to trim the bells to be more accurate. How did the chest and back turn out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 I have trimmed the bells and am quite happy with them but can't be too sure until they're on the torso armour. The chest and back aren't too bad, quite wide under the arms but hopefully the elastic will pull those in and then once worn with the under suit then it'll be fine as it isn't too bad. I've trimmed them down a little as in panda troopers guide, but need to find some off white elastic to sit over the join. The backpack topper looks pretty good, so I'll probably fit that later today. The KS site says a rivet at the bottom of the backpack is correct, is this true? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Hi James, Per the CRL the rivet is only required for level 2 approval but most scouts put it in to provide additional support and to pull the tank tighter to the back armor. Here's the CRL thread: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=9898 Look forward to seeing some pics of your build. Best to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 Initial fit of the torso armour, pretty happy with it at the moment, considering this is just worn over an unloaded tee at the moment. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JimmyFilth Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 Ok, so I've done a large amount of the armour now. Got to order the greeblies and also make the helmet and boots. Any pointers would be greatly appreciated. I'll try and get a picture of me wearing it when it's set and will go from there Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Great work so far. To get approved, you'll need to paint the TD tube grey. I'd also swap out the drop boxes and holster for SC. You can drop Jeff at SC a line and pick up a set easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 17, 2016 Author Share Posted April 17, 2016 The TD is grey, just poor lighting I thing, I'll get a better pic of it to show. I'll get the correct boxes and bolster, really I only did those as a) I wanted a practice run and I have an imminent fancy dress party and want it ready in time. I'll try and get some pics of it on showing the fittings, see if there are any pointers there too Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 18, 2016 Author Share Posted April 18, 2016 Got some photos of me wearing the armour. Annoyingly when I try to get a pic of the chest armour fitting it twists slightly. I have some of the SC drop boxes en route as well as the correct greeblies, other than that any pointers? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 18, 2016 Author Share Posted April 18, 2016 Oh, I also know I need to trim down where the armour meets the cummerbund, but I don't want to do that until I have the cummerbund Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Looking pretty good so far. You're going to want to trim that return edge off the bottom of the bells and round them out. The KS bells are just, funky, so hopefully you can make them work. I replaced mine with SC bells. Other than that, you're on point. Also, don't forget to paint the chest rectangle grey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Also, I'd get some 1.5" nylon or cotton webbing for the drop boxes. It'll look much better than the 1" that came with the kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 I shall do the bells tonight. Having a mare with the helmet! I was going to ask about the webbing for the drop boxes. I'll also need new clips for them too! Shall order those now Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 19, 2016 Author Share Posted April 19, 2016 I think I'm going to slightly age/dirt the scout suit too... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I shall do the bells tonight. Having a mare with the helmet! I was going to ask about the webbing for the drop boxes. I'll also need new clips for them too! Shall order those now Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk A good source for those is jontay.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyFilth Posted April 20, 2016 Author Share Posted April 20, 2016 Brilliant, thanks. Ordered the correct decals from trooperbay too, plus put an order in with Chef for the soft parts. Also ordered the parts to make the boots. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlizzardScout Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 I have ordered a KS kit and just want clarification on some name. Are the drop boxes the same as thigh boxes and what are "bells" referring to. I'm looking at ordering some replacements from SC and just looking for info. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 Hi Patrick. The drop boxes are same as the thigh boxes and the shoulder bells are the armor pieces that cover your shoulders. There are three pieces of armor on the arm: the forearm, the bicep, and the shoulder bell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlizzardScout Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 Thanks Retro Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikerscout73 Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Are the chest piece and back piece bigger than SC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik R Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 I'm strongly considering buying the untrimmed KS armor due to their sub $300 price point. So far it looks like it's worth it. Would the differences between KS and SC only be really noticed by the trained eye? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 I'm strongly considering buying the untrimmed KS armor due to their sub $300 price point. So far it looks like it's worth it. Would the differences between KS and SC only be really noticed by the trained eye? For anyone who does not hang out here on BSN, probably not noticeable. However, the KS setup has lots of issues that will require updates/modifications before you could really feel good about your costume. The hang boxes are incredibly TOO large, and the chest/back are smaller than SC by comparison. The shoulders are rather wonky and will require some work and shaping. But the belt, biceps, forearms, and knees are acceptable. You'll also need to replace the TD end caps and most of the greeblies. Overall, you can make a good setup out of the KS kit - I did. Mine is totally a KS/SC/Chef hybrid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlizzardScout Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 I have a KS kit and I have not any problems with it, but like Jim I have replaced the thigh boxes (56 bucks with SC) and also, my holster for (76 bucks with SC). So yea, KS/SC hybrid here. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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