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Thanks! It took me a bit, but I finally got it to work! Now I just have to find/ print ones for the 22 inch (1/537) cutaway TOS E that I'm working on. The ones that came with it are the wrong font and the wrong size; since this was a find 2nd hand, I cannot get replacement ones without paying a chunk for them. ANd that's also not counting a replacement dome for the split one they included for the one war engine that's cut in half (trying to build a whole one). Looking pretty decent there Chaz!! Between both modes, the details flex and fluctuate quite a bit (ran into this when I was rebuilding my 1/3000 Matchbox SDF-1).
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Super Macross Mecha Fun Time Discussion Thread!
pengbuzz replied to Valkyrie Driver's topic in Movies and TV Series
I didn't even know it was robotic; I wouldn't even call that a "lucky guess" so much as Macross Chronicle revealing something we didn't know. I just mentioned it in passing over Macross and replacement limbs/ implants. With that revealed, I suppose he has a post implanted that the leg attaches to and allows for some dexterity/ feel? -
*drool mode activated*
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I'll see if I can sketch that up for you later.
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Super Macross Mecha Fun Time Discussion Thread!
pengbuzz replied to Valkyrie Driver's topic in Movies and TV Series
One example I can think of is Col. Johnson's artificial leg, which he was reconnecting while lecturing Lt. Dyson about "stupidity" in Macross Plus: (Timestamp: 18:02) It looked like the leg was built to look like a boot, but I cannot quite tell. -
Such as:
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The 'Hey look at this really cool model build I saw' post
pengbuzz replied to Shawn's topic in Model kits
After mine died, I never want to see another Legioss again... 😠 -
I first put them on a used decal sheet to pick up the glue from that. Then, I used Micro-Sol to make them conform (repeated applications, then a hair dryer on low for a few minutes). You can use Elmer's Glue if needbe (watered down a bit). And yeah: it's just the glue turning yellow from UV. Once removed (and new glue applied), they seem to work fine. On really old one, you might want to use Micro-Clear liquid decal film to reduce the risk of shattering.
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No problem MT!! I thought the same thing, then I decided to test one of the "decals" that was just the copyright info for the set (Ertl seemed to be big on that back in the day). It turns out it's the glue for it! On that note: in a pinch, if there isn't much glue left on a used decal sheet, just use a little watered-down Elmer's Glue. And keep in mind: PLENTY OF HOT WATER when trying to get the decals to release and to move around. Also: mind where you have your Micro-Sol bottle. I just lost half a bottle when I accidentally knocked mien over, and that's all I had left in the bottle. I'll have to replace it in 3 months; everything is so expensive now, even white bread is a commodity. O.o
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"Fly faster; I hear banjos...."
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UPDATE: What you've all been waiting for: First, how to rescue 31 year old decals: Soak them in very hot water for 30 minutes, then carefully slide them onto new decal paper (used backing) and swish around with plenty of water to get rid of all the old, yellowed glue (as seen in the first pic!). And now, the pictures: With flash: Without flash: More pics: Wing positions: Helmsman had too much blood wine: Stay tuned...
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Guest starring U2's Bono...
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No, just starting; I need to super-detail this, and I also need to go over it panel by panel with pics of the actual studio model.
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Here's a preview for you:
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Just wait until the next update!
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UPDATE: QAPLA'!!* QaStaHvIS ram, 'ej muSHa'choHtaHvIS, Qagh: YIdoy: ChechwI' 'e' vIchID..... *-
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Mon Mothma having a mon meltdown...
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MT: just to let you know: some members are having issues with wiseguy hobbies filling their orders. If anyone does order from them, they should stick with the ebay store for now:
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I appreciate the sentiment Thom, but there is literally nothing left of the Legioss now. It is in the trash, out in the dumpster, and my new rule is no models molded before 1995. The plastic is just too fragile nowadays. I went through much of this when I redid my Matchbox SDF-1; I disregarded Hasegawa's paint suggestions, as they didn't look right to me. One other thing I would suggest paintwise is to decide at what point in time you decide to show the ship. I chose around just after launch day, as the later appearance would have looked more weathered and faded to me. I also noticed their storm attacker version looked closer to the TV version than their cruiser version did; if they weren't as rare as they are, I'd have suggested using parts from that for the cruiser.
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If memory serves, the Ghorman Massacre was Tarkin landing his ship smack on top of a protesting crowd of people at a starport (from one of the sourcebooks or visual dictionaries, I'm a bit hazy where I first saw it.). Not sure if they'll run with this or do their own version, but it looks like the Massacre is about to become canon on film/ TV.
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I should be able to; just waiting on my delivery. Was supposed to be here today, but it got delayed in Massachusetts. UPDATE: on an update concerning a previous project- I had intended to scrap this, but saved it aside (knowing my temper and what happened the last time I let my anger get the better of me). Tonight, I dug the Legioss/ Leader-1 model kit back out to try to rework some of it again and hopefully salvage a long-backlogged project. The remaining parts shattered. As of right now, I will NEVER buy another Legioss model kit in any scale, any manufacturer, or any form be it toy, model, or WHATEVER. NO PARTS WHATSOEVER will be salvaged from this UNHOLY PIECE OF RANCID CANINE EXCREMENT. 😠 This did more than break my heart.... As for my other projects, they will continue without interruption (one project I'm working on is a surprise for everyone! :D), and it's good to get the KBoP back into the running! I also have another Star Trek project ramping up soon (unrelated to the surprise)
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Nice!!! Jealous though you've got so many spare valks! BTW: How about this for a diorama?
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I'm sorry to hear that Scopedog: I ran into a similar issue with TF Kingdom and had to get a refund. Later saw no activity on the site, and later yet, it vanished. I wonder if something happened to whoever is running wiseguy hobbies? Just dunno. :(
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Or perhaps "Yep, we tried again".
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You might say that; the material on the wings broke when I tried making my own. Also, the weight of the wings needs something a lot sturdier than I can make to keep them in their positions. I still stand by the baffle mod I made, it's just the hinge itself needs a better material. It should look just fine when done. (I hope)
