Cat Posted April 13, 2021 Share Posted April 13, 2021 16 minutes ago, Sabrina said: Hey Cat! I heated the straps with a common hair dryer and then flattened it by pressing it down to a wooden board with my hands - I was wearing protective gloves of course because the plastic became really hot. So the whole chest armor came "down" a bit and now my bosom fits in. I might wear some shapewear to flatten that area a bit more, but I need to see, how comfortable that is. I hope, I could help you with it. Thank you so much for the fast response, this image will definitely help me figure out how to do this. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted May 15, 2021 Author Share Posted May 15, 2021 I wanna attach the thermal detonator to my belt next, but I am not sure on which side the small round greebly is. On the referenze pic in the crl it is on the right, in other building pics, it is on the left. What would be correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted May 15, 2021 Author Share Posted May 15, 2021 I put nearly everything on today and I am quite happy about the fitting. The thermal detonator is in progress and next I will start the boots. What do you think so far of it? Anything wrong? The pockets look a bit crooked, but that can be adjusted. And please don't mind the chaos in the background of the fotos. 🙈 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 You're doing an incredible job!! Ok just a couple of things.. Your knees are upside down. (you were just testing me hey) I would lower the drop boxes a little more not by much though Your belt just make sure its not hitched up at the back keep it the same level as the front. Here is a photo from ROTJ, just shows those pesky knees and drop boxes I agree with ya pouches..mine do stupid things too, I've written Left and right on mine .. they do find a way to be the be mixed up. Follow the ribs on your bun that will help you where to place your pouches, they should just sit right on the edge. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 sorry just saw your other post, really if you stuff up just turn it around.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 I wanna attach the thermal detonator to my belt next, but I am not sure on which side the small round greebly is. On the referenze pic in the crl it is on the right, in other building pics, it is on the left. What would be correct?Sabrina, they made recent changes to the CRL regarding the TD. The post below will address your question. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/22311-thermal-detonator-crl-changes/ Long story short is that if your TD face has a long and short side then the round greeblie goes on the short side of the TD. If your TD face does not have a long and short side but is symmetrical then it doesn’t matter which side the round greeblie goes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted May 15, 2021 Author Share Posted May 15, 2021 47 minutes ago, M.J said: You're doing an incredible job!! Ok just a couple of things.. Your knees are upside down. (you were just testing me hey) I would lower the drop boxes a little more not by much though Your belt just make sure its not hitched up at the back keep it the same level as the front. Thanks Kelly! Ha! I knew the knees looked weired, but then I was so busy with the upper armor, that I forgot to change it. I will lower the boxes a bit by moving the velcro a bit further apart. Yeah, I will have to keep the level of the belt in mind and also lower it on the back the next time I put it on. My TD is symmetric, so I will have the round one on the left hand side, as seen in your pic. Whew... I am glad, that those are just small changes I need to do. I also need to practice the whole dressing, because it took me half an hour to put all the stuff on. Plus I need to practice it "blind" because I don't know if there will be any mirrors on my next troop. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 OMG dont make me laugh, first time I put mine on I had a bed, chair and a Mirror and took me ages .. Now I just use the car's windows and scream at members around do I look ok.. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 🤞This! Here’s the order I typically stick to when I dress: Flightsuit Knees Boots (these are a devil to put on once your chest and belt are on...at least for me) Vest Bund Belt (I do this before my chest to adjust the bund to sit above the belt) Chest/Shoulders Biceps Depending on the time I’ll wait to put on my gloves and forearms Bucket Then have another trooper look you over and adjust as needed to look sharp! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Then have another trooper look you over and adjust as needed to look sharp!Or just scream at other members around, “Do I look ok?”You gave me a great laugh today [mention]M.J [/mention] as I pictured that in my head. Thanks! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted May 17, 2021 Author Share Posted May 17, 2021 Hahaha... I just hope another Biker will be there on my first/next troop. When I ask my mate, who has a ANH Vader, I will probably just get a "how the heck should I know that?" 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted October 5, 2021 Author Share Posted October 5, 2021 Finally, my boots are done! It wasn't too bad to do them, but the fitting was slightly annoying. I took the Kappa boots and carved out the sole, then measured the boot and my leg and draw everything on the white leather. The instruction I found here was pretty awesome. To get everything in place I used a hairdryer for softening the leather and E6000 glue to put it all together. I hit an elastic strap behind the holster in the inner boot, so that it won't lower while wearing it. On every boot, I kept the laces. I can get the boots better on and off without them, but the boots are way more comfortable to wear, when I tie them a bit. My hobbles are slim, so this is the best solution for me. I made a mistake during the adjustment of the holster. It said in the construction, that it is only fastened with rivets to the leather. Unfortunately that didn't work. Lucky me, I did the bottom ones first. I had to use some washers for the top ones and then glue the bottom of the holster. It cannot be seen from the outside, so I guess it is fine. What do you all think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted October 5, 2021 Share Posted October 5, 2021 they look good 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted October 5, 2021 Share Posted October 5, 2021 If the boots are easier to wear without laces but feel better then tied a bit, consider picking up some No Tie Laces from Amazon or somewhere. They'll lay flat and you can undo one side to slip your foot in and out of your boot and when secure, it should give you the feel of having it tied. You might only need one or two at the top of the boot to get the feel you desire. https://www.amazon.com/HYFAM-Shoelaces-Waterproof-Stretchy-Silicone/dp/B08LYNY2TG/ref=slsr_d_dpds_fsdp4star_fa_5/132-9298521-3745627?pd_rd_w=Et3RG&pf_rd_p=ebb97b90-ccc7-469d-b5d0-c826e19bfdc2&pf_rd_r=N44RH2TAPZKM7ZBJZMEE&pd_rd_r=93b2b67c-1184-4bf9-980b-b95bb9875909&pd_rd_wg=QVPk7&pd_rd_i=B08LYNY2TG&psc=1 Fantastic job on the boots btw! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 21, 2022 Author Share Posted March 21, 2022 Hey guys! Now that temperatures rises and weather becomes nice and dry again, I want to weather my Scout and bought some black spray paint. Do I have to keep anything in mind or do I just spray here and there from a distance? Did you weather your softparts as well? I don't wanna make any mistakes. 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted March 21, 2022 Share Posted March 21, 2022 The best technique involves light misting from a distance. Remember, less is more -- don't overdo it. The bund, cod, and pouches get a light misting as well with a similar technique -- I'd do a bit less misting on the soft goods than the armor. Check Strider's post from 11 May, 2017 in the link below: http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/17305-lancer-build-tutorial/page/2/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2be0cuCSoLQ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 21, 2022 Author Share Posted March 21, 2022 20 minutes ago, Chopper said: The best technique involves light misting from a distance. Remember, less is more -- don't overdo it. The bund, cod, and pouches get a light misting as well with a similar technique -- I'd do a bit less misting on the soft goods than the armor. Check Strider's post from 11 May, 2017 in the link below: http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/17305-lancer-build-tutorial/page/2/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2be0cuCSoLQ Cool! Thanks. I will definitely do some tryouts on a cardboard first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TreeHuggerMatt Posted March 21, 2022 Share Posted March 21, 2022 41 minutes ago, Chopper said: The best technique involves light misting from a distance. Remember, less is more -- don't overdo it. The bund, cod, and pouches get a light misting as well with a similar technique -- I'd do a bit less misting on the soft goods than the armor. Check Strider's post from 11 May, 2017 in the link below: http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/17305-lancer-build-tutorial/page/2/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2be0cuCSoLQ that videos superb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted September 30, 2022 Author Share Posted September 30, 2022 YAY! Finally, I have finished my build. Tomorrow I will wear it for a couple of hours to check, if the whole thing works and if it is comfy. What do you all think? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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