TeneScout Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 My armour is done and pics ready for clearance but I am a little worried that some of the armour looks too big, i'm only 5' so the gaps on the armour are no where near as big as they are on you guys. Is that ok? or should I trim them to make gaps? don't want to ruin the armour if it shouldn't be over trimmed, does that make sense? Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4505Marcel Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Post up some pictures for us to look at, easier to see where your at that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 As Marcel stated, give us a look and we'll help guide you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chex Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Pics please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Griffin-X Posted November 27, 2011 Share Posted November 27, 2011 Your costume looks great and pretty much complete. Nice work! I would trim the shoulder bells back a bit for your fit. If possible, try to lower your belt a little on your waist. Also, make sure you paint the chest rectangle grey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimei Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 i agree. you could probably trim 1/4" off the bottom of the shoulder bell - maybe even 1/2" (better to start with less and see how it looks...can't put it back). you might also be able to take 1/4" off the top of the biceps as well. the forearms could just be slip down closer to the top of the gloves. sliding your belt down as griffin-x stated will "add" height to your scout...adding a little space between the pouches and the belt. if you're feeling adventurous, you could also make the pouches about 1/2" smaller all around. i'm 5'11", but the accurate pouch measurements looked too big on me, so i took 1/2" off and now they "fit" perfectly. lastly, the fish hook is missing on the left side of the visor. you're looking great...a couple tweeks and you're set. nice job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Voorhees Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Looks great! As was mentioned before..the trimming of the bottom of the shoulder bells and possibly the tops of the biceps will likely get you all set! You could trim a bit off the tops of the chest and back plate so they sit higher, but then you may need to redo your strapping, so thats up to you. I think the shoulder/bicep trim should do it for ya. Nice job...looks fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Katie, You look great, I'm 4'11 ....and agree With the guys Trimed the bells and the forearms, mould them a little more to your arm too, even if you feel like the knees may need it go for it, I had cut mine right down. Otherwise you looks Awesome, and you will get the a "a little short for a stormtrooper" I just say I'm not a stormtrooper "lol" If you need help in the measuring just PM me and I send you how much I cut off. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chex Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Looks like you've got some great advice already. I believe the fishhook is there, the flash just drowns it out. Also, make sure you cover up thegap on your shoulder tabs, and don't forget the greeblies on the TD. Try to see if you can get a set from DJ over there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4505Marcel Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Great advice guys, doesnt look too bad at all well done, I trimmed a little off my wifes at the shouder joins to raise up the chest/back a little also which helped, just some little tweaks and your good to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeneScout Posted November 28, 2011 Author Share Posted November 28, 2011 Thank you! will get hubby on the case 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukscout Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Hi TeneScout, first off - congrats in getting your scout costume nearly completed great to see some new members joining the 501st as scouts and also from the UK only needs a few tweaks and the thermal det detail to be added and your all done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimei Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 if you have trouble getting the TD greeblie, you can still get approved for pathfinder (as MOM doesn't have them) but if you want lancer, or any version from the actual films, you'll need to add them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeneScout Posted November 29, 2011 Author Share Posted November 29, 2011 Can someone post a pic of the TD Greeblie please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sir david Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 great job katie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 This is my TD with the "old" and "new" greeblies. I use double-sided tape... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
automaton Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 This is my TD with the "old" and "new" greeblies. I use double-sided tape... Is that the decided upon correct way for the new greeblie to go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elwyn5150 Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 Wouldn't you rather glue it than use tape? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeneScout Posted December 1, 2011 Author Share Posted December 1, 2011 Old and new? so am I right to think that I need the "new" ones for clearance? don't want to commit to anything until i'm 100%sure Thanks Guys, you are all very helpfull did my first troop today (unofficial, so keep it on the downlow ) was fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimei Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 my understanding is that clearance for pathfinder is possible with a couple variations. however, since we know the actual screen used piece, there's little reason not to buy it and get it right from the get go. the screen identified piece is about $6 from DJ on ebay...and it looks great. i suggest just getting it...it won't be wrong to have it...and better than changing it later 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjsavage7 Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 there's little reason not to buy it and get it right from the get go. Very true! I really don't look forward to prying mine off to replace it, but I'd rather have the correct piece on there. Might as well get one while they're easily available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 @ Alex Is that the decided upon correct way for the new greeblie to go? It's a part I picked up from DJ on eBay. It was cheap and it looked really closer than the old one. @ Elwyn Wouldn't you rather glue it than use tape? Yes, if I knew for sure it was permanent. There could be a variation or alternate part so I don't want to commit just yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimei Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 mine is two-sided taped as well...it's a little bit of a snug fit (1-2mm too big for the MC TD)...so the two-sided tape gives it just the right amount of room to help if fit into place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeneScout Posted December 2, 2011 Author Share Posted December 2, 2011 Ordered off eBay :-) thank u Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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