miro79 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 (edited) my HLJ order says "This order is being processed for shipping" for some days now... Does HLJ always take that long to ship out items, or is it because of the holidays in japan? Edited May 2, 2013 by miro79 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolicon Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 my HLJ order says "This order is being processed for shipping" for some days now... Does HLJ always take that long to ship out items, or is it because of the holidays in japan? Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 (edited) Okay, so I got mine and it's missing a part out of the box. Also, this piece was in the plastic bag the 171 was contained in. I have no idea what it is or where it's from. The missing piece is the part the slides down to prop the cockpit up. On mine, that piece is missing and you can see the pilot from underneath. To further illustrate, I've outlined the part on my 171EX. Grrrr... I hope NY can do something about this. Edited May 2, 2013 by MacrossJunkie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duymon Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 wow that sucks macrossjunkie. BTW, that's a great picture showing how the boob plates are thinner than the 171exes. You had to have the boob plates folded out on the 171ex before you put the nose in otherwise they'd block the rails and cause mass headaches lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miro79 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 (edited) i'm really scared of pieces missing ... Edited May 2, 2013 by miro79 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reïvaj Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Okay, so I got mine and it's missing a part out of the box. Also, this piece was in the plastic bag the 171 was contained in. I have no idea what it is or where it's from. IMG_2803.JPG I think that piece belong to the Gerwalk mode thigh joint. You probably got an extra one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 I think that piece belong to the Gerwalk mode thigh joint. You probably got an extra one... I thought it was that, but when I saw that neither were missing, I figured it fell off from somewhere else. So I have an extra piece that I don't need and a missing piece I do need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DyNo Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Just some quick shots... All I can say is Beautiful....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takatoys Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Yeahh! I was asking for some fan pics (and good ones too) The VF-17 was on the bottom of my list for favorites. Did not like the triangular and boring scheme. But now, it is an amazing twist. It looks so damn nice with the markings and sleek shape. Can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reïvaj Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Beautiful indeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent-GHQ Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 (edited) That fighter mode is hella sleek! Are the wings sweepable tho? Edited May 2, 2013 by Agent-GHQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Yeahh! I was asking for some fan pics (and good ones too) The VF-17 was on the bottom of my list for favorites. Did not like the triangular and boring scheme. But now, it is an amazing twist. It looks so damn nice with the markings and sleek shape. Can't wait. Took the words right out of my mouth. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptormesh Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Hey it was love at first sight in episode one when that recon 171 came barreling out of fold aperture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Okay, so I got mine and it's missing a part out of the box. Grrrr... I hope NY can do something about this. Sadly, I'm pretty sure a shapeways replacement is your only hope there, unless you want to ship the whole thing back to Japan for a replacement. For whatever reason, Bandai doesn't do replacement parts, or at least has refused to up to this point. Transformation-wise though, I'm not sure that part is necessary. Despite the fact that it's there to hold up the cockpit, it never actually does that anyway, so you may as well just wedge a piece of black plastic in there to fill the gap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UN Spacy Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I'm keeping mine boxed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I need some stands! haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loop Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Damn MacrossJunkie, sucks you got Bandai'd. I bought 3 of these and had planned to leave them in fighter because I really don't enjoy transforming the VF-171's. I am worried If I don't transform them I may find out I am missing a part too late. When I had to get replacements from Bandai, I had to ship it to a friend in Japan to ship it back to them. The shipping cost was horrible too, but I could not live with the defect that I had on my YF-29. Man Fed-Ex is taking forever this time around, usually it only takes 2-3 days from Japan. Mine is stuck in Oakland at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Magnus Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Mine didnt make it out of Japan yet but I too will leave it fighter mode because I dont enjoy transforming it either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechaninac Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Got my shipping notification from N-Y this morning; now the long wait begins... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikElvis Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Woot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrentonx Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Gotta transform at least once to check the QC. You're only shooting yourself in the foot if you don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loop Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Gotta transform at least once to check the QC. You're only shooting yourself in the foot if you don't. That's why I will at least one time on each one. Not willing to take the risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyekye Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Mine is at LA custom!! Can't wait!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullmilitia Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Mines been there for 2 days. Blah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anime52k8 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 (edited) Also, this piece was in the plastic bag the 171 was contained in. I have no idea what it is or where it's from. IMG_2803.JPG I actually know exactly what that piece is. It goes here (green arrow): It's a small clip that retains the metal swing bars that connect the backpack to the rest of the toy when it's in fighter/gerwalk mode. to get to where it goes you have to unscrew one the metal plate that connects the arm to the underside of the chest: Edited May 3, 2013 by anime52k8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gakken85 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Don't Tar and feather me.. but the Bandai versions look a lot better than the Yamato versions IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Am I the only one really not impressed with this mold? The torso is very hollow from many angles, and the whole neck assembly just sucks IMHO----I thought the VF-27 neck always felt "iffy" and you were never sure if it was transformed right---but the neck on this thing literally floats in mid-air, with a bunch of plates in intermediate positions as far as I can tell. Is there a definitive neck position? That little plate that flips out from in front of the actual neck---it's supposed to be "not quite level" with the actual neck just lightly resting on top of it, with none of the parts at full extension or pegging or anything? Everything held in place via pure friction of the hinges? I really thought it sucked until I found the torso lock, but I'm really looking for some sort of neck lock, and hip lock. The main hip bar just seems to constantly shift between two positions, and trying any sort of movement or pose makes it "pivot about the hip bar joint". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 (edited) I think the problem is that the entire torso is so difficult to actually put into the position it's supposed to be. Those back hinges just do not like to move at all. Once things line up, it's better, but yeah, there really is nothing supporting the head. The hips just outright suck though. That stupid swingbar mechanism looks like either they never intended for it to lock at all, or they forgot that the landing gear doors are where the bar needs to go. Either you remove the gear doors to lock the bars, or you let them flop in the breeze. Edited May 3, 2013 by Chronocidal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I'm probably going to sell it---only question is--do it now, or wait 6 months when hopefully it's sold out and people are paying a premium? I could probably get a decent amount right now, as people would be guaranteed one not missing any parts etc. Valks are just too expensive (especially at N-Y markup) to keep if you don't REALLY like it. I enjoyed my VF-27 much more the first time I transformed it. It just "felt better" to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neoexcaliber Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Gah. All my items are stuck in customs! They're stuck coz all of them arrived at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukenzero Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 after some scouring, i managed to pick up three of these beauties, and they are a definitely worth the money. CF units are a favourite of mine, as you can make a squadron, and I so do love my aircraft. Never bought the SV-51 CF, but beige never suited it. So far I transformed only one unit and it is very tight around the leg pivot. The only gripe is the patches of oil on the plastic when you pull it out the first time. Best to check your boxes in case it causes any long term effects. Another thing I've noticed is the better paint job QC over the 171 EX, and the pilot figure is very detailed. If I have some time and space I'll do a squadron picture. Shame the stand doesn't have any markings on it. Anybody else planning on a Nightmare Plus squadron? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptormesh Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Don't Tar and feather me.. but the Bandai versions look a lot better than the Yamato versions IMO. Negative. You meant, the VF-171 looks better than the VF-17. Get it right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 after some scouring, i managed to pick up three of these beauties, and they are a definitely worth the money. CF units are a favourite of mine, as you can make a squadron, and I so do love my aircraft. Never bought the SV-51 CF, but beige never suited it. So far I transformed only one unit and it is very tight around the leg pivot. The only gripe is the patches of oil on the plastic when you pull it out the first time. Best to check your boxes in case it causes any long term effects. Another thing I've noticed is the better paint job QC over the 171 EX, and the pilot figure is very detailed. If I have some time and space I'll do a squadron picture. Shame the stand doesn't have any markings on it. Anybody else planning on a Nightmare Plus squadron? Some guy on here ordered 6. Can't remember who it is. Haha. Was it you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukenzero Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Some guy on here ordered 6. Can't remember who it is. Haha. Was it you? hahaha no...I wish! Pushing it with three, but I REALLY like the idea of squadrons! I wonder what I'll do if they announce the VF-27 CF 1.5? Probably have to starve for three months to afford a trio. But man I'd love to see all six...he could make two squadrons...all we need is the radome version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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