Sildani Posted May 25, 2019 Share Posted May 25, 2019 May I respectfully ask for a copy of the brackets the VF-31 Super Parts use to put the reaction missiles over the armor plates? Thanks to Jenius for the pic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaustin89 Posted May 25, 2019 Share Posted May 25, 2019 5 hours ago, Sildani said: May I respectfully ask for a copy of the brackets the VF-31 Super Parts use to put the reaction missiles over the armor plates? Thanks to Jenius for the pic! Unfortunately I'm pretty limited on when I can work on models for personal stuff; that adapter would be pretty simple to model but I don't know when I'll have the opportunity to do it. I'll add it to my list though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onnasake Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 Thanks to jaustin89 I have my replacement part already! Unbelievable! (Although, after paying $30 for shipping getting it in about a week does feel kind of right.) The piece seems to fit just fine. My only gripe is that it's clearly the wrong color, something most of you could probably fix in 20 seconds, but I've never been able to paint anything without making a horrible mess. Wouldn't know what color to go with either....just a military green like they used on jeeps? Anyway, regardless of the color, I'm just thrilled to have this thing intact again. Thanks jaustin!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 What are the chances of an opened damaged packaging mandarake order having the broken antenna issue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 1 hour ago, gerwookie said: What are the chances of an opened damaged packaging mandarake order having the broken antenna issue? Slightly higher when it gets to you than when it left their store? You can ask them to check, but when they ship it to you it might happen regardless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 7 hours ago, onnasake said: The piece seems to fit just fine. My only gripe is that it's clearly the wrong color, something most of you could probably fix in 20 seconds, but I've never been able to paint anything without making a horrible mess. Wouldn't know what color to go with either....just a military green like they used on jeeps? Compared to the Yamato version, the Bandai fold booster is a much more vivid green---I'd look at "general/gaming/railroad" colors, not military/camo colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmkjr Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 1 hour ago, gerwookie said: What are the chances of an opened damaged packaging mandarake order having the broken antenna issue? If you get one and find that it's broken, get the taobao ones from the last page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 1 hour ago, Sanity is Optional said: Slightly higher when it gets to you than when it left their store? You can ask them to check, but when they ship it to you it might happen regardless. I...don’t know how I missed that haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaustin89 Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 2 hours ago, gerwookie said: What are the chances of an opened damaged packaging mandarake order having the broken antenna issue? Based on the 2 I just got; roughly 50%. 8 hours ago, onnasake said: Thanks to jaustin89 I have my replacement part already! Unbelievable! (Although, after paying $30 for shipping getting it in about a week does feel kind of right.) The piece seems to fit just fine. My only gripe is that it's clearly the wrong color, something most of you could probably fix in 20 seconds, but I've never been able to paint anything without making a horrible mess. Wouldn't know what color to go with either....just a military green like they used on jeeps? Anyway, regardless of the color, I'm just thrilled to have this thing intact again. Thanks jaustin!! Glad the design worked; sorry about the color though. Unfotunately Shapeways only offers a single shade of green plastic; I can give you the file if you want to try finding somewhere closer to you that can get the right color. As for the adapters I got them pretty close for a first try; I need to rework the hardpoint attachment the opening for the pylon attachments, and the missile spacing on the 3X AMRAAM mount but the concept clearly works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 My only frame of reference is my HMR VF-1D, but what’s the percentage of things being display piece to a whooshable “toy”. I mean, I like to think I’m gentle but I do like to fiddle and transform every now and then. Isn’t that the value, that it’s 3-in-1? For those who “play” (when no one’s looking) or transform often, is the quality there? Obviously joints get loose but I’d like to hear some anecdotal data on how it’s in general holding up from gentle but regular “handling”. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolt Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 2 hours ago, gerwookie said: My only frame of reference is my HMR VF-1D, but what’s the percentage of things being display piece to a whooshable “toy”. By “things” you are still talking Bandai DX YF-19? I only have the Bandai DX VF-19 Advanced , as reference. But I imagine it’s on par with the Bandai YF-19 in many ways.. I’m sure they have their differences, but..! Makes a GREAT display piece and swooshes very well. Very playable and holds up great after /during multiple translations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF-Zer0S Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 Dumb question, do the missiles work with the 1/48 VF-1? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 I don't actually know, but I do remember someone saying they're actually a different size/shape, and might damage the VF-1 hardpoints, so I wouldn't recommend trying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF-Zer0S Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 3 minutes ago, Chronocidal said: I don't actually know, but I do remember someone saying they're actually a different size/shape, and might damage the VF-1 hardpoints, so I wouldn't recommend trying it. Thanks for the fast response! Such a same too. If only someone could 3D print a tiny connection point between the two Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 They're pretty close, I managed to fit my VF-171 giant reaction missiles on my 1/48 DX. They got knocked off easily though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 16 hours ago, Bolt said: By “things” you are still talking Bandai DX YF-19? I only have the Bandai DX VF-19 Advanced , as reference. But I imagine it’s on par with the Bandai YF-19 in many ways.. I’m sure they have their differences, but..! Makes a GREAT display piece and swooshes very well. Very playable and holds up great after /during multiple translations. Ah yeah I meant this being my first DX but that I like the playability of the HMR and hope a $250-300 toy can still be a “toy” in every sense of that word. Thanks for your input. I like displaying but I fiddle enough to emphasize the “playing” in disPLAYING haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 (edited) If you want a playable one, Id suggest the 1/48 DX VF-1, it’s the most sturdy, easily transformed, and easiest to pose of any of my Macross figures. The YF-19 has a more complicated transformation. Edited June 2, 2019 by Sanity is Optional Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 I thought so too judging from videos and such. I am working on acquiring one Although everyone’s hands are bigger than mine so hard to tell until I handle it in person. If anyone has a pic of the YF-19 or VF-1j next to some MG 1/100 gunpla kits I could picture it better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonstar1982 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 42 minutes ago, gerwookie said: I thought so too judging from videos and such. I am working on acquiring one Although everyone’s hands are bigger than mine so hard to tell until I handle it in person. If anyone has a pic of the YF-19 or VF-1j next to some MG 1/100 gunpla kits I could picture it better. I can send some pics after work tonight for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonstar1982 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 2 hours ago, dragonstar1982 said: I can send some pics after work tonight for you. Here you go. Mg jegan, hg jegan and ver ZZ with 19, 1j and -25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickyg Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 On 6/2/2019 at 12:49 PM, Chronocidal said: I don't actually know, but I do remember someone saying they're actually a different size/shape, and might damage the VF-1 hardpoints, so I wouldn't recommend trying it. That may have been me. Here's a better illustration of why that would be the case: The quickly drawn shapes, along with red circled areas around where the damage/deformation would likely happen: VF-1 Pylon face-on: A side, section type view: And the pylon shape for the YF-19/VF-19/VF-31 (and probably the SV-262 as well): Because of the angle of that round surface's edges, it deforms very easily when you push the pylons against it to fit/remove it. There are slight "nubs" on the posts of the pylon that are responsible for this. It definitely works, you just have to be really careful with the amount of pressure you apply when inserting or removing them. I'd love to see a close-up of the new VF-1 specific missile parts for comparison. My guess is that they put the main connection focus on the middle post, instead of the side ones for the existing DX mounts. On these existing ones, the attaching mechanism seems to be more about the outer posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 On 6/2/2019 at 9:04 PM, dragonstar1982 said: I can send some pics after work tonight for you. Thank you. Looks like they fit well! Excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onnasake Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 I can't paint worth a crap, but I brushed on a layer of Tamiya acrylic X-5 green onto the shapeways piece. It's definitely not a match but it's much better than the bright green, no? And definitely better to have a slightly off color piece that functions than a broken piece that doesn't work at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolicon Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 15 minutes ago, onnasake said: I can't paint worth a crap, but I brushed on a layer of Tamiya acrylic X-5 green onto the shapeways piece. It's definitely not a match but it's much better than the bright green, no? And definitely better to have a slightly off color piece that functions than a broken piece that doesn't work at all. How did you attach the display stand to the side of your shelf so securely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekering Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 2 hours ago, onnasake said: It's definitely not a match but it's much better than the bright green, no? Much better, yes. You should paint the front two mounts to match... and then spray a couple layers of matte clear coating, to knock down the sheen and give it a more consistent finish. 2 hours ago, Lolicon said: How did you attach the display stand to the side of your shelf so securely? And more importantly, how does the display stand hold up the toy so securely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xigfrid Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 If I were you, I would give a try to Tamyia spray AS-9 (dark green) or AS-14 (olive green) on both front and back pylons. Just sand gently the acrylic paint before applying the spray can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onnasake Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 Well, the answer is simple.....I didn't. That photo is sideways! I couldn't rotate it so I just said screw it. The stand is just laying flat and gravity is doing its thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kkx Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 7 minutes ago, onnasake said: Well, the answer is simple.....I didn't. That photo is sideways! I couldn't rotate it so I just said screw it. The stand is just laying flat and gravity is doing its thing. LOL, I think they are likely just pulling your leg. Color matching is a pain. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaustin89 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 Missile pylon prototype #2; closer but still a bit loose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwookie Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 What do you all recommend when purchasing a yetistand for the Dx yf-19? Do I need the Arcadia adapter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkham Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Arcadia adapter are for ... Arcadia products :-) Someone correct me, but I think the SV-262 adapters should work with the Bandai DX YF19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonmacross83 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Crazy question guys. I am an MISB collector so I very rarely remove these items from there boxes. How much does the YF-19 weigh in grams without the armor parts? I was one of the lucky ones. Both my YF-19s came with the antennas intact. I did not remove them from their tray though :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borgified Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 13 hours ago, Arkham said: Arcadia adapter are for ... Arcadia products :-) Someone correct me, but I think the SV-262 adapters should work with the Bandai DX YF19 The SV-262 adapter does work, however the upper sitting side brackets where the valk sits on is a few mm taller. It was mentioned in the Yetistand thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumyumgoy Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 9 hours ago, jasonmacross83 said: Crazy question guys. I am an MISB collector so I very rarely remove these items from there boxes. How much does the YF-19 weigh in grams without the armor parts? I was one of the lucky ones. Both my YF-19s came with the antennas intact. I did not remove them from their tray though :-) Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikElvis Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 I still hate they put that writing on the wings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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