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The Prop Master	Re: Shoulder Bells	#21	[url]	[-]
Posts: 326 04/24/05 14:40:15 troopermaster	Andy, You can try adding a stirrup type strap to the bottoms of your shin armour on the inside.That is what I did and it cured the problem.I just glued an elastic strap inside.You have to put the shins on first,then pull them up and slide on your boots.The armour will be pulling down onto your boots and won't ride up.Give it a try! Paul.
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saintadjg	Re: Shoulder Bells	#22	[url]	[-]
Posts: 119 05/05/05 08:23:14 RPB Contributor	How do you guys suggest attaching the sniper plate and thigh utility belt? Thanks Andy
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TonyRB	Re: Shoulder Bells	#23	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2544 05/05/05 08:51:16 Administrator RPB contributor	My knee plate and Powercell belt are held on using small machine screws. Best tape them in place mark where you want to drill then drill through the moulding i.e Knee plate, then through to the armour. Push the machine screw through and tighten the nut on the other side. May be worth to get some washers as well. Tony RPB Administrator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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Jedilerious	Testors 1138	#24	[url]	[-]
Posts: 5 05/06/05 16:50:24	Hey guys, this is my first post here, thanks trooper1307 for the link. On the topic of correct grey colors used, after having recieved my SDS trooper lid, I'd noticed a couple things about my particular one. First I'd discovered that they apparently have students helping out with the process and whoever was responsible for painting my helmet failed to put the black bars on the ears, and secondly it looked like they didnt put enough grey paint so if you look closely, you can see brush strokes where theres not enough paint to cover it completely. No biggie really for me, I was still so stoked about the helmet that I didnt even address the issue with SDS until a couple months later. I'd asked what paint they used so I could possibly touch it up if I wanted later, and they said besides the Humbrol, there was a Testors grey that matched closely and they thought the color no. was 1138 coincindentally.
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trooper1307	Re: Shoulder Bells	#25	[url]	[-]
Posts: 456 05/10/05 07:15:27 Moderator	Hmmm...well, it may appear "pretty simple" now, as you have edited your original post...(not much gets past me ) I fully understood what you meant in your original post...about making a "mistake" and now being "stuck" with the meatsock helmet. Well, we all make mistakes...as long as we learn from them and all that. The point I was making however, was that you originally stated, "I thought I was getting a SDS" (which has now been edited to "It looked like a SDS") which was what confused me a little. If I was gonna buy an SLK from Mercedes-Benz, that's exactly what I would expect to receive...and not a BMW Which is why when I read your original post, all I could think was...if he's buying a helmet from meatsock, why does he think he's getting an SDS?? Can you see how that looked confusing now? I certainly hope so. Anyways...glad that's all cleared up now. Enjoy your TE armour when it arrives (If a BMW turns up, let me know ok?) J/K Cheers, Gord. aka TK8410 I carry a badge... RPB Moderator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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saintadjg	Re: > Stormtrooper	#26	[url]	[-]
Posts: 119 05/22/05 14:59:16 RPB Contributor	Nearly there. Thanks Andy
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Luisiana Jones	Stormtrooper	#27	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2 05/27/05 17:16:51	WoW looking good there, I hope to look like that by xmas
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TonyRB	Re: > Stormtrooper	#28	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2544 05/27/05 17:30:55 Administrator RPB contributor	Yep, just the brow trim to finish it off, looks good RPB Administrator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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saintadjg	Re: Stormtrooper	#29	[url]	[-]
Posts: 119 05/27/05 18:12:59 RPB Contributor	Cheers guys ,just waiting for clearance. Thanks Andy
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ob1al	Re: > Stormtrooper	#30	[url]	[-]
Posts: 872 05/27/05 18:30:06 Grand Moff Foamhead RPB Contributor	Looks good! I hope to follow in your footsteps soon. Dr. Egon Spengler: Well, let's say this Twinkie represents the normal amount of psychokinetic energy in the New York area. Based on this morning's reading, it would be a Twinkie thirty-five feet long, weighing approximately six hundred pounds. Winston Zeddemore: That's a big Twinkie.
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march999	Re: > Stormtrooper	#31	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10 05/28/05 14:10:26	Hi, still quite new to this. Please could some one tell me the difference between the trooper FX kit and the trooper VSF kit? Many thanks Rich
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Han Hunter	Re: > Stormtrooper	#32	[url]	[-]
Posts: 537 05/29/05 07:32:53 As You Wish	In appearance, the armour (not the helmet) is similar to FX, but it is made from Acrylic capped ABS to make it more UV stable (protecting it from yellowing in the sun). It also means it's permanently shiny and doesn't need to be poliched before a troop. The really noticeable difference between the 2 sets is the bucket. The FX bucket is 10 - 15% bigger than screen accurate and not an accurate shape (although it will get clearance for 501st UKG membership). The VSF is much much more movie accurate in terms of shape. There's plenty of room inside for all your gadgets too. In mine, for example, I have three cooling fans plus associated 9v batteries and switches, plus my ROM/FX voice amp, plus 8 x AA batteries to power it, and microphone, etc. Hope this helps. Si - TK/BH-8818 For those who believe, no explanation is necessary. For those who do not, none will suffice. - Dunninger
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Darth Cader	Aren't you a little.....?	#33	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10 07/11/05 14:55:51	Hi guys, I've been reading forums on ST armour for about 2 months and it's great to see people as passionate about it as me. I've been doing lots of research to try and understand the basics of white armour, there seems to be alot of different kits out there and many people say that each kit has it's own strengths and weaknesses and is mainly suited to the wear's desires. Now I am very slim and short and know if I buy a AFX kit I'll look stupid as the kit is oversized, could any of you guys provide some help in picking the right kit to fit me. Cheers Justin (Darth) Cader
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trooper1307	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#34	[url]	[-]
Posts: 456 07/11/05 17:36:53 Moderator	Hi Justin, Welcome to the RPB When you say you are "very slim and short," exactly what are we talking here? Yes, the A/FX armour is a little "oversized" (particularly the helmet) but not SO oversized that you would "look stupid" in it. I'm not that tall myself and I think the A/FX armour looks and fits just fine. It can be easily trimmed and customised to fit you very well, it will just take some time to get it looking "right". With the helmet, you can easily sell the A/FX one that comes with the kit, then get a more accurate sized/looking one. That's what I did and I am VERY happy with the end result I've attached a recent pic of me in my armour with a latest wannabe Stormtrooper I'm sure the lads with other types of armour will chime in and let you know what they have & think of theirs Cheers, Gord. A/FX & Hero lid aka TK8410 I carry a badge... RPB Moderator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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TonyRB	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#35	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2544 07/11/05 19:32:41 Administrator RPB contributor	You have no contact info even your inbox is disabled, how can anyone help you? If anyone posts seller contact details in an open forum, we will delete it. Tony RPB Administrator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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Darth Cader	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#36	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10 07/13/05 09:57:59	Hi Guys, Thanks for the advice Gord, costume looks cool! I've updated my profile now so you can contact me with advice. (apologies Tony, I am new!) Anyway in terms of height I'm 5'5" and I'm real skinny, doesn't really make for a really intimidating trooper unfortunately. Maybe I'll need to carry around a bigger blaster! I've been looking around and found that a company from germany are doing ST in Medium and large sizes, which is good. Has anybody got a suit from MFX and could provide some info on them? Does the helmet that comes with that kit look that squashed in real life? I've seen a couple of AFX suits when I was in the trafford centre in Manchester for a David Prowse signing a few months back (thats what got me interested in this whole thing!) and they do look good but both of the guys seemed pretty stocky and one was 7 foot tall when he was wearing his suit! I was also thinking about a biker scout outfit as the majority of it is black and might look better?! Cheers Justin (Darth) Cader Imperial Bully Boy Wannabe
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TonyRB	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#37	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2544 07/13/05 10:52:41 Administrator RPB contributor	For reviews on Movie-FX look here. p083.ezboard.com/ftheukproppartyfrm13.showMessage?topicID=10.topic RPB Administrator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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trooper1307	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#38	[url]	[-]
Posts: 456 07/13/05 11:22:53 Moderator	Hi again Justin, You're very welcome for the info mate, glad it helped you a little. Sure, 5'5 is a little short, and you may be "skinny" but believe me mate, i've seen shorter in armour....and as long as it's trimmed well, (and you wore a more accurate helmet) you would look fine. Check out the links Tony posted, i'm sure they will help you in making the right decision on which armour to get...and sure, a biker scout would be a cool choice as well...plus it doesn't pinch as much! If you need any more help/advice, don't be afraid to ask mate. Cheers, Gord. aka TK8410 I carry a badge... RPB Moderator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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Darth Cader	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#39	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10 07/13/05 11:53:08	Hi guys, "So still thinking of MFX? My advice...DON'T." I feel really sorry for those guys who bought that kit, thanks for the warnings guys. If i was to get a kit from the states will i get hammered in customs? Cheers Justin (Darth) Cader Imperial Bully Boy Wannabe
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trooper1307	Re: Aren't you a little.....?	#40	[url]	[-]
Posts: 456 07/13/05 13:00:50 Moderator	Ref customs... I've heard a few different lines on that...some guys have paid lots, others have paid not very much at all! I'm sure the guys who have had to pay will be able to answer you better...once they read this post. I didn't pay any...maybe that's because I live in the states (I'm a Brit though, incase you wondered) Cheers, Gord. aka TK8410 I carry a badge... RPB Moderator In Memory of Graham Campbell
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