WIP: New Build - Long-Time Dream - ROTJ: Scout Trooper

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Thank you, Chopper. Will post pics once installed. 

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The holster's up:

https://imgur.com/a/Xkilk6g

 

 

[Chopper]

Position looks good.

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  On 2/21/2022 at 6:17 PM, Chopper said:

Position looks good.

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Thanks, Chopper.  On to the next task.

[PatLFree]

I've worked on the Pouches.  What are your thoughts?

https://imgur.com/a/9hzCHEw

[Chopper]

The pouches look a-ok. You might want to mount them a little lower, depending on where you armor and belt sit, but you can hold off on that until you do another try on.

[PatLFree]

  On 2/22/2022 at 1:42 AM, Chopper said:

The pouches look a-ok. You might want to mount them a little lower, depending on where you armor and belt sit, but you can hold off on that until you do another try on.

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Hey Chopper, thank you for the feedback.  Another step closer. 

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I have received all parts for the thermal detonator, but I am thinking the hose is too short, compared to pics of approved items.  How long should the tubes extend out the side for the housing.  The one I have is just about 2”. The pics look to be about 4” on each side.  Can any provide guidance?

[woobiee]

2" may be too short per side but I'll measure mine when I get home to give you a ballpark. It seem the CRL doesn't really specify a length though. Hmm

[Chopper]

There is no specific defined length for the tubing in the CRL -- it should be generally proportional to your body. If you look at the rear CRL photo, the length of the tubing should be just a bit inside where the webbing meets the belt.

[woobiee]

Here’s mine. It’s about 2 3/4” on each side.




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  On 3/5/2022 at 12:09 AM, woobiee said:

Here’s mine. It’s about 2 3/4” on each side.




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  On 3/4/2022 at 11:18 PM, Chopper said:

There is no specific defined length for the tubing in the CRL -- it should be generally proportional to your body. If you look at the rear CRL photo, the length of the tubing should be just a bit inside where the webbing meets the belt.

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Thank you Woobie and Chopper. I appreciate the pics and measurements.  Based on the description, it seems as if the TD is really used to cover/hide the majority of the soft strap on the belt. I’ll use that as a guide.  

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Good Evening. It's been awhile since my last update and I have been hard at work on the Pouches, Belt, Detonator, and stiffening the cod.

I think I am closing in on being ready (these parts at least).

I humbly ask for your opinions on the current results:

https://imgur.com/a/bY2sOIo

As always, your guidance and critiques are appreciated.

[Chopper]

Hi Pat. I don't really see much that might cause any major blips for basic clearance in your photos. Maybe pull the front of your belt up a little bit more. If it has a tendency to droop, which is common, you can put some velcro on your cod and belt to help hold it in place while you're trooping.

Just a suggestion, and this is really only in the CRL for Level 2, so it's your call, but your rank stripes look fairly thick. If you're going to use the thick ones with the trapezoid shape in the middle of the tank striping, then you might want to go with the 4 bar version, as opposed to 6.

The double thick stripes were only used with the 4 rank stripe/trapezoid scout that catches Leia on Endor. Again, this is a Level 2 thing, so it has no bearing on your basic clearance. Up to you!

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  On 3/9/2022 at 2:27 AM, Chopper said:

Hi Pat. I don't really see much that might cause any major blips for basic clearance in your photos. Maybe pull the front of your belt up a little bit more. If it has a tendency to droop, which is common, you can put some velcro on your cod and belt to help hold it in place while you're trooping.

Just a suggestion, and this is really only in the CRL for Level 2, so it's your call, but your rank stripes look fairly thick. If you're going to use the thick ones with the trapezoid shape in the middle of the tank striping, then you might want to go with the 4 bar version, as opposed to 6.

The double thick stripes were only used with the 4 rank stripe/trapezoid scout that catches Leia on Endor. Again, this is a Level 2 thing, so it has no bearing on your basic clearance. Up to you!

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Hey Chopper,

Thank you for clarifying the stripes and the overall progress on the build.  At this point, my goal is Level 1, but will definitely keep the tip in mind when (if) I attempt Level 2.  I will work on the velcro for the belt.  I will put it all on and take my pics for submission.  Keeping my fingers crossed.  I really thank you all for the assistance and guidance.  Hope to see you on the other side as an "official" brother.

Patrick

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Good afternoon.

I am very pleased to announce I have been accepted as a member of the 501st Legion.

TB-94003 Reporting for Duty.

Thank you all for your guidance and assistance through this process, you made it a really enjoyable experience.

I look forward to trooping with those in the Florida Garrison and hopefully our paths may cross in other areas.

Chopper, Retro, Jake I can't thank you enough for your construction tips.  They were gold.

Talk to you folks soon when I eventually go for Lancer.

Patrick.

 

[BikerScout007]

  On 3/15/2022 at 8:56 PM, PatLFree said:

Good afternoon.

I am very pleased to announce I have been accepted as a member of the 501st Legion.

TB-94003 Reporting for Duty.

Thank you all for your guidance and assistance through this process, you made it a really enjoyable experience.

I look forward to trooping with those in the Florida Garrison and hopefully our paths may cross in other areas.

Chopper, Retro, Jake I can't thank you enough for your construction tips.  They were gold.

Talk to you folks soon when I eventually go for Lancer.

Patrick.

 

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Well done!  Full Pathfinder access granted

[Chopper]

Congrats on your approval Patrick. A job well done!

[PatLFree]

  On 3/15/2022 at 9:02 PM, BikerScout007 said:

Well done!  Full Pathfinder access granted

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  On 3/15/2022 at 9:03 PM, Chopper said:

Congrats on your approval Patrick. A job well done!

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Thank you for all of your assistance.  I really appreciate it.  My dream is now a reality thanks to dedicated folks such as yourself.

[Aradun]

Awesome news Pat! Congrats Pathfinder! Welcome to the ranks.


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[TreeHuggerMatt]

Nice one Pat!!

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  On 3/16/2022 at 3:05 PM, AradunFF said:

Awesome news Pat! Congrats Pathfinder! Welcome to the ranks.


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Thank you, Matt.  I really appreciate the welcome.

 

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  On 3/17/2022 at 10:01 PM, PatLFree said:

Thank you, Matt.  I really appreciate the welcome.

 

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Thank you also Dennis.  Too excited and typing too fast.

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  On 2/27/2022 at 7:29 PM, Chopper said:

Both placement and size look good. I think you can go ahead and rivet it in where you've got it clamped.

The ends of the holster are a high stress area on the plastic. Don't forget to use aluminum back up plates on the inside.

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Hey Chopper, good evening.

I noted your concerns about the high stresses on the plastic of the holster around the rivets.  Do you have any repair suggestions if cracks have developed?

Seems they occurred around the upper rivet where it attaches near the velcro closure.

Thanks, 

Patrick

[Chopper]

  

  On 3/21/2022 at 10:44 PM, PatLFree said:

Hey Chopper, good evening.

I noted your concerns about the high stresses on the plastic of the holster around the rivets.  Do you have any repair suggestions if cracks have developed?

Seems they occurred around the upper rivet where it attaches near the velcro closure.

Thanks, 

Patrick

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Hi Pat, can you show me a photo of the outside stress area as well as the inside part of the boot as well?