Koenig Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 Hi all and thanks ahead of time for any help. I'm working on my helmet now and looking for input as I am not seeing many like mine. I will post pictures once i figure out how to make them smaller as all my phone pictures won't load but here is a link to my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B50naaoBVP5/?igshid=i9cymy16rrv6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 I'm curious, did you 3D print that helmet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted December 11, 2019 Author Share Posted December 11, 2019 9 minutes ago, Chopper said: I'm curious, did you 3D print that helmet? Yes I was planning to print my whole setup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 Right on. I know a few scouts on here have opted to go that way, though it's less common than with our shoretrooper cousins. Just looking at your instagram photos, you'll definitely need to fill im all the "vent" slots in the front and back of the helmet. The actual scout buckets used decals for those parts of the helmet. The other aspect I noticed is that the return edge on the top of the visor is really short compared to the sides. The edge on the screen helmets was about the same all the way around. You can see a lot of really helpful details on the screen scout helmets in the link below: http://www.starwarshelmets.com/real_Biker_Scouts.htm Hope that helps! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted December 11, 2019 Author Share Posted December 11, 2019 1 hour ago, Chopper said: Right on. I know a few scouts on here have opted to go that way, though it's less common than with our shoretrooper cousins. Just looking at your instagram photos, you'll definitely need to fill im all the "vent" slots in the front and back of the helmet. The actual scout buckets used decals for those parts of the helmet. The other aspect I noticed is that the return edge on the top of the visor is really short compared to the sides. The edge on the screen helmets was about the same all the way around. You can see a lot of really helpful details on the screen scout helmets in the link below: http://www.starwarshelmets.com/real_Biker_Scouts.htm Hope that helps! Cool I'll check it out and that sucks as I have way to much time into it so far to kill it by filling it the vents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 That might have been my fault on the vents. When I originally posted on your welcome thread I thought when you said vents that you meant just the openings at the ears. Those are typically cut out for circulation.@Jakeputt pointed this out to me and both he and chopper are correct. There shouldn’t be any openings through the helmet other than the ear vents. I’m sorry for any confusion this caused you and I hope it didn’t futz up your print. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted December 13, 2019 Author Share Posted December 13, 2019 22 hours ago, Retrofire said: That might have been my fault on the vents. When I originally posted on your welcome thread I thought when you said vents that you meant just the openings at the ears. Those are typically cut out for circulation.@Jakeputt pointed this out to me and both he and chopper are correct. There shouldn’t be any openings through the helmet other than the ear vents. I’m sorry for any confusion this caused you and I hope it didn’t futz up your print. It's all good the helmet is already finished other than a lens and a few decals. I already planned on the vents as I was looking for better air flow and functionality while looking original. Now just trying to decide if I want to get another or move on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 Ok So I got myself a jumpsuit and will be getting it setup one i find a tailor or buy a sewing machine. Till then I have started on the other parts of the costume and I was wonding what rivets are being used for attaching the plastic pouched to the webbing and such. Also how is everyone posting pictures as it always says mine are to big? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pituitor Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 1 hour ago, Koenig said: Ok So I got myself a jumpsuit and will be getting it setup one i find a tailor or buy a sewing machine. Till then I have started on the other parts of the costume and I was wonding what rivets are being used for attaching the plastic pouched to the webbing and such. Also how is everyone posting pictures as it always says mine are to big? For photos, I've been posting mine to Imgur and then copying the BBCode into my posts for each photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 27 minutes ago, Pituitor said: For photos, I've been posting mine to Imgur and then copying the BBCode into my posts for each photo. ok ill have to check that out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 16, 2020 Author Share Posted February 16, 2020 http:// Just got my belt and forarms finished today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 Working on my helmet and chest/back armor and have a few questions. How is everyone attaching the shoulders to the chest/back. I see it says zip ties but doesn't show how. Also working on getting my helmet right and can not tell it where the nose decal goes is flat or goes with the helmet lines. Thanks all for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted February 27, 2020 Share Posted February 27, 2020 3 hours ago, Koenig said: Working on my helmet and chest/back armor and have a few questions. How is everyone attaching the shoulders to the chest/back. I see it says zip ties but doesn't show how. Also working on getting my helmet right and can not tell it where the nose decal goes is flat or goes with the helmet lines. Thanks all for any help. If you look at this thread, it should show you how to rig up the zip ties for the shoulder bells . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 28, 2020 Author Share Posted February 28, 2020 Thanks Chopper definitely check it out once I get the chest and back together. Anyone have any recommendations for gloves and boots? How's imperial boots quality? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 IB gloves are fine for clearance, but the Wampa Wear gloves are what most scouts use. Plus, being that you're in the US, you'll save on shipping using Wampa Wear too. The IB scout boots are ok for basic clearance, but need significant mods for lancer. They also come in a set height per size, so they may be too tall or too short depending on your build. Making your own boots is not too difficult and a good confidence booster. Use can use this guide: Off the top of my head, there's also a number of vendors who will make them for you. You'll need to talk with them about production times, prices, and availability. And https://www.facebook.com/groups/1517600621664236?id=1517600621664236&ref=content_filter&_rdr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 28, 2020 Author Share Posted February 28, 2020 I'll have to look those gloves up as they didn't come up when I was searching and I'll keep that in mind for the boots thanks Chopper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 https://www.wampawear.com/product/biker-scout-gloves/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 I'll have to look those gloves up as they didn't come up when I was searching and I'll keep that in mind for the boots thanks Chopper.Wampawear has great gloves. Solid quality. Their sizing chart is helpful too when ordering. I found it spot on in my case. Gloves are snug (which I prefer) but not tight or restricting. Some elect to remove the lining to keep their hands cooler while trooping. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 28, 2020 Author Share Posted February 28, 2020 On 2/26/2020 at 8:11 PM, Chopper said: If you look at this thread, it should show you how to rig up the zip ties for the shoulder bells . The only thing I see so far that he did different then me was how he mounted his rear tank. He only used elastic on the top where I used it al the ways around like it said in the CRL. Now I need to make anchor points for my shoulders on my chest rig. Definitely a good read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted February 28, 2020 Author Share Posted February 28, 2020 1 hour ago, AradunFF said: Wampawear has great gloves. Solid quality. Their sizing chart is helpful too when ordering. I found it spot on in my case. Gloves are snug (which I prefer) but not tight or restricting. Some elect to remove the lining to keep their hands cooler while trooping. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Good to know thanks. I usually wear a med glove but by there chart it says large so going to give that a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 45 minutes ago, Koenig said: Good to know thanks. I usually wear a med glove but by there chart it says large so going to give that a try. Same case with me. Perfect fit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted March 7, 2020 Author Share Posted March 7, 2020 Ok so here is where I'm at so far. Still need to finish some of my straps and finish modding my helmet then I can move on to the rest of the soft parts and boots. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank75139 Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 Really nice lookingSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted March 7, 2020 Author Share Posted March 7, 2020 1 hour ago, Frank75139 said: Really nice looking Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks it's coming along well just got a few parts to finish and the figure out the soft parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koenig Posted March 14, 2020 Author Share Posted March 14, 2020 Ok cummerbund question. All my straps a white but since my drop pouch straps are cotton they are to me more off white so that means I need off white pouches correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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