Sandwatcher Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 hey guys anyone got a good tutorial on how to make strap for a TD. like what material to use and how to attach it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 what part brother? im assuming shoulder straps from front to back of armor.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 if so, the most accurate is 2" elastic waistband material. Some troopers use canvas but the elastic is found at any fabric store for about $2.00 and is screen accurate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandwatcher Posted April 26, 2012 Author Share Posted April 26, 2012 its says on the crls is elastic accepted? Shoulder Straps For 501st approval: All Sandtrooper armor parts are required to be dirty. See the sandtrooper weathering page for more information. Sandtrooper chest and back are attached from within via soft straps. For basic approval ribbed shoulder straps are acceptable but discouraged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 yes, for basic approvals those are acceptable....for MEPD officer status and SWAT you would need to go the extra wich is actually easier and better. The elastic allows you to pull the plates over your head (in most cases) without having to reattach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandwatcher Posted April 26, 2012 Author Share Posted April 26, 2012 yeah im just going basic for now lol i still got an fx bucket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted April 27, 2012 Share Posted April 27, 2012 Hey brother! Send me a PM, I will make you a set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandwatcher Posted April 27, 2012 Author Share Posted April 27, 2012 Hey brother! Send me a PM, I will make you a set. I knew id find you on here jay! pm inbound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 27, 2012 Share Posted April 27, 2012 awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 You want to use 2" wide white elastic for your shoulder straps. The original armour had the left side glued shut where the right had a snap on the chest to allow you to slip into the armour. See my replica below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 You want to use 2" wide white elastic for your shoulder straps. The original armour had the left side glued shut where the right had a snap on the chest to allow you to slip into the armour. See my replica below. One problem I think, or ask. This is for a TD, instead of a TK. Since their is no plastic cap Using one piece of elastic, how do you hide your snap or Velcro? I use elastic wrapped in canvas, which hides the snap, but wondering what you do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 What snap do you mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 The snap attached to the strap, that holds the shoulder bell on! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 oh....i used a double layer on my original set but then when i did my SWAT build i actually attached my bells to the suspenders that hold my torso section up. It worked much better for me duing troops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 Interesting concept. That would definately work as well. I did my straps in elastic wrapped in canvas. Have the snap hidden within. May have to check in to this other way though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 I found it gave me better results than my original setup. Then you don't have to do anything other than add some elastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted April 30, 2012 Share Posted April 30, 2012 One problem I think, or ask. This is for a TD, instead of a TK. Since their is no plastic cap Using one piece of elastic, how do you hide your snap or Velcro? I use elastic wrapped in canvas, which hides the snap, but wondering what you do? All trooper armour was assembled the same so this method is good for Sandtroopers too, even though my photos show a Stormtrooper. The original elastic shoulder straps had sew on snaps under the straps so they are not seen. You can paint the top of the snaps white or go for a double layer strap to hide it. I personally would never use canvas because it is too rigid and you want your armour to be able to move freely which is what elastic allows you to do. Canvas or webbing type straps have no give and can pop your snaps if you're not careful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted April 30, 2012 Share Posted April 30, 2012 Thanks for the info, I will be changing things out today. The double layer elastic it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted April 30, 2012 Share Posted April 30, 2012 Whoop whoop lol You'll be happy with the results Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted April 30, 2012 Share Posted April 30, 2012 The original armour had the left side glued shut where the right had a snap on the chest to allow you to slip into the armour. See my replica below. Wow... And just when I thought I had done my homework... this I did not know. So much still to learn!!! Thx for sharing. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 Wow... And just when I thought I had done my homework... this I did not know. So much still to learn!!! Thx for sharing. Saludos. You're welcome All original armour had the left side fixed and the opening side was on the right. Left side was held together with black elastic and 6 brass rivets on the abdomen and kidney and the chest and back plates permanently connected with a white elastic strap glued to both parts. The right hand side had a snap facing inwards on the top corner of the abdomen and a black elastic strap glued to the top corner of the kidney plate to keep the armour closed at the waist. The shoulder and back strap was glue to the back plate and had a snap on the other end that connected inside the chest. The final closing strap was under the groin. This was a 1" black elastic strap held inside the jock cup with the same bras rivet as used on the sides and had a snap on the other end. The butt plate had 2 snaps facing inside that offered some adjustability. I am sure most of you know this but thought it would help those who are not familiar with original armour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longboard8 Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 You're welcome All original armour had the left side fixed and the opening side was on the right. Left side was held together with black elastic and 6 brass rivets on the abdomen and kidney and the chest and back plates permanently connected with a white elastic strap glued to both parts. The right hand side had a snap facing inwards on the top corner of the abdomen and a black elastic strap glued to the top corner of the kidney plate to keep the armour closed at the waist. The shoulder and back strap was glue to the back plate and had a snap on the other end that connected inside the chest. The final closing strap was under the groin. This was a 1" black elastic strap held inside the jock cup with the same bras rivet as used on the sides and had a snap on the other end. The butt plate had 2 snaps facing inside that offered some adjustability. I am sure most of you know this but thought it would help those who are not familiar with original armour What type of glue is this to connect an elastic strap to the ABS back ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 White ABS adhesive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longboard8 Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 I see ok. TM when I look at your build here: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/8240-the-right-hand-side-snap-and-chest-and-back-question/page-2, it seeps you used snap plates at the shoulder, then a middle snap to conventionally connect the shoulder bells. Additionally, on that same photo, it seems that your breast plate is overlapping your abdomen. Is that ok for my son's armor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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