Raya1823 Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 LOL! I think we all do! Anyways here is another attempt at a hanging / flying Valkyrie! This time my VE-1 Elint Seeker. Was much trickier than I first thought it'd be! Took a few goes to get the height where I wanted it to sit.. but pretty happy with the end result! Rapidly running out of fishing line too! Im hooked! get it!? hooked.. fishing reference.. never mind.. Nice!! I'm looking at other means to hang then, I have a few clear gundam stands, going to see if I can incorporate some how. Hmm maybe I'll build a mockup of the cabinet to test on. Rather my Valk fall a few inch vs feet, lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Loving the hanging Valks so much! pic below belongs to hazray13 Sexual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jefuemon Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Seeing cool8or's new work area inspired me to dig out all my stuff. My collection is only model kits. The completed: The incompleted: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benson13 Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Love that VF-2SS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Nice!! I'm looking at other means to hang then, I have a few clear gundam stands, going to see if I can incorporate some how. Hmm maybe I'll build a mockup of the cabinet to test on. Rather my Valk fall a few inch vs feet, lol That is a good idea! I did look at making or buying some hooks to tie the fishing line to but didn't want the hooks to be visible.. the line on its own is working ok so far! not really worried about it breaking as the pack says its rated to something like 20 pounds? Maybe if the knots unwind but im pretty sure I have done them up quite well! Sexual. very! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Would like to see close ups of your models Jefeulmon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Great displays everyone! *envy much* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 (edited) This is one of my favorite threads to read and see pics of others collections. Lets me know I am not alone in the collection madness. Awesome collections everyone! Edited July 15, 2014 by Saburo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
technoblue Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 My order of LED lights arrived today. In the end I went with a DIY solution to keep the cost down, and make my own connections. I have two spools of white: one is 3100K and the other is 4000K. Here's a picture of the 4000K set from amazon: I'll be testing both beforehand to see which color temperature works best in the room that's been set aside. My detolfs have been scattered about unfinished while I've been waiting to wire them, so I'm pretty excited to start moving this project forward again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jefuemon Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Would like to see close ups of your models Jefeulmon Here ya go! There's also my non-Macross builds there, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) Here ya go! There's also my non-Macross builds there, too. Those are amazing model builds! That VF-19A Lightnings is beautiful! Edited July 16, 2014 by Saburo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 My order of LED lights arrived today. In the end I went with a DIY solution to keep the cost down, and make my own connections. I have two spools of white: one is 3100K and the other is 4000K. Here's a picture of the 4000K set from amazon: I'll be testing both beforehand to see which color temperature works best in the room that's been set aside. My detolfs have been scattered about unfinished while I've been waiting to wire them, so I'm pretty excited to start moving this project forward again. Silly question but is there any risk of the led lights yellowing or dulling the whites of the Valks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
technoblue Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) Silly question but is there any risk of the led lights yellowing or dulling the whites of the Valks? Spanner: I had to look up an answer to that question. "Unless you’re lighting your home, office, or factory with tanning-bed lamps, the main concern with certain lighting types—including CFLs and high-intensity discharge (HID) lamps—is that they emit enough UV to damage artwork and fabrics over time. High quality LEDs—thanks to their low UV emissions—are now the lighting type of choice for museums striving to protect treasured artifacts and maintain their original colors and patina. In commercial and residential applications, LEDs save carpets, window coverings, and painted surfaces from the degrading effects of UV radiation." The full text is through the link below: http://www.leapfroglighting.com/lighting_and_uv_radiation/ And here is a thread at tfw2005: http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/743940-need-advice-re-display-lighting.html What I take away from this is that LEDs emit the least amount of UV light and are the best lights for displays. I'm still brainstorming a good way to diffuse the light or hide the strips on each shelf, though. Also, I have a dimmer/switch that I'll be using with the lights, so they won't be on 24/7. Edited July 16, 2014 by technoblue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadeye_281 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Here ya go! There's also my non-Macross builds there, too. Awesome collection! I had a childhood flashback when I scrolled over the Airwolf model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) Spanner: I had to look up an answer to that question. "Unless youre lighting your home, office, or factory with tanning-bed lamps, the main concern with certain lighting typesincluding CFLs and high-intensity discharge (HID) lampsis that they emit enough UV to damage artwork and fabrics over time. High quality LEDsthanks to their low UV emissionsare now the lighting type of choice for museums striving to protect treasured artifacts and maintain their original colors and patina. In commercial and residential applications, LEDs save carpets, window coverings, and painted surfaces from the degrading effects of UV radiation." The full text is through the link below: http://www.leapfroglighting.com/lighting_and_uv_radiation/ And here is a thread at tfw2005: http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/743940-need-advice-re-display-lighting.html What I take away from this is that LEDs emit the least amount of UV light and are the best lights for displays. I'm still brainstorming a good way to diffuse the light or hide the strips on each shelf, though. Also, I have a dimmer/switch that I'll be using with the lights, so they won't be on 24/7. Thanks for the info, I just wasnt sure about.. didn't want to take any risks with it considering the costs of the Valks.. They are my babies and I'd hate to see them get hurt! Edited July 16, 2014 by spanner76 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 My order of LED lights arrived today. In the end I went with a DIY solution to keep the cost down, and make my own connections. I have two spools of white: one is 3100K and the other is 4000K. Here's a picture of the 4000K set from amazon: I'll be testing both beforehand to see which color temperature works best in the room that's been set aside. My detolfs have been scattered about unfinished while I've been waiting to wire them, so I'm pretty excited to start moving this project forward again. Looking good, can't wait to see it all come together. Here ya go! There's also my non-Macross builds there, too. Dude they are amazing. Fantastic detailing, really impressive. Love the Airwolf interior, not sure about the outside though. The mold looks a bit off. You are officially too talented lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 It's been a couple of days so here's another pic of my cabinets. :-) image by Nerdery101, on Flickr There is a sneaky new addition. Poor old Ozma has been forced to share a shelf for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 You guys and your beautiful displays. My Valks just sitting infront of my computer :X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) It's been a couple of days so here's another pic of my cabinets. :-) image by Nerdery101, on Flickr There is a sneaky new addition. Poor old Ozma has been forced to share a shelf for now. nice display! I'd love to get me a ED-209! One thing I've noticed though is there aren't so many VF-4's being shown on display.. the odd one here n there and that's about it.. is it just me or has anyone else noticed that!? As much as I do absolutely love my VF-4G, I'll admit for a while there I did feel like it was a kinda oddball Valkyrie which really didn't fit in with any of my other Valkyrie on display but I certainly couldn't imagine not having it! Edited July 16, 2014 by spanner76 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 nice display! I'd love to get me a ED-209! One thing I've noticed though is there aren't so many VF-4's being shown on display.. the odd one here n there and that's about it.. is it just me or has anyone else noticed that!? As much as I do absolutely love my VF-4G, I'll admit for a while there I did feel like it was a kinda oddball Valkyrie which really didn't fit in with any of my other Valkyrie on display but I certainly couldn't imagine not having it! I think that's due more to people not having it rather than not wanting to put it on display. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Indeed. I've got one on order but it won't be with me until later in the year :-( (Not that I've got anywhere to put it!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) I think that's due more to people not having it rather than not wanting to put it on display. hmmm yeah good point. They are on the rather pricey end of the Valkyrie scale.. Im glad I got mine when I did and not pay the ridiculous prices they want for em now! Indeed. I've got one on order but it won't be with me until later in the year :-( (Not that I've got anywhere to put it!) they are an exceptionally beautiful thing! especially in fighter mode! im sure you will just adore it when it arrives! Edited July 16, 2014 by spanner76 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derex3592 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 nice display! I'd love to get me a ED-209! One thing I've noticed though is there aren't so many VF-4's being shown on display.. the odd one here n there and that's about it.. is it just me or has anyone else noticed that!? As much as I do absolutely love my VF-4G, I'll admit for a while there I did feel like it was a kinda oddball Valkyrie which really didn't fit in with any of my other Valkyrie on display but I certainly couldn't imagine not having it! Ask and ye shall receive... I re-arranged my Macross cabinet once I moved out all the Mospeada stuff..so now everything has room to be separated by show..mostly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
technoblue Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Looking good, can't wait to see it all come together. Thank you! I've been getting a lot of inspiration from this thread. It's been a couple of days so here's another pic of my cabinets. :-) <snip> The more I see of the mass production VF-25A, the more tempting it is. It looks sweet in your display next to Ozma, Old Man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Thank you! I've been getting a lot of inspiration from this thread. The more I see of the mass production VF-25A, the more tempting it is. It looks sweet in your display next to Ozma, Old Man. Thanks again I got the 25A as I wanted one 25 in super parts. It looks great and didn't cost that much as they are/were still at retail prices. Ask and ye shall receive... I re-arranged my Macross cabinet once I moved out all the Mospeada stuff..so now everything has room to be separated by show..mostly... That is one well stocked cabinet of awesomeness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sreichma Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 It's been a couple of days so here's another pic of my cabinets. :-)image by Nerdery101, on Flickr There is a sneaky new addition. Poor old Ozma has been forced to share a shelf for now. 25F looks polished bright. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raya1823 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Ask and ye shall receive... I re-arranged my Macross cabinet once I moved out all the Mospeada stuff..so now everything has room to be separated by show..mostly... So if you moved out the Mospeada stuff, were you planning on selling/trading it out?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Ask and ye shall receive... I re-arranged my Macross cabinet once I moved out all the Mospeada stuff..so now everything has room to be separated by show..mostly... Lovely! And the VF-4 has the front row seat!! Thats a great looking cabinet! has it got a mirrored backing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy_spike Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Ask and ye shall receive... I re-arranged my Macross cabinet once I moved out all the Mospeada stuff..so now everything has room to be separated by show..mostly... Wow. Stunning display. Love the cabinet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vermillion86 Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 What I have so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Nice start Vermillion. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Ask and ye shall receive... I re-arranged my Macross cabinet once I moved out all the Mospeada stuff..so now everything has room to be separated by show..mostly... Great collection! That VF-4 looks better and better everytime I see a pic of one. I don't think I'll ever get to own one, but I would love to photograph one. What I have so far. That's an awesome start and I see that it was your first post, welcome to MW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derex3592 Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Thanks guys! Hazray13 -- The Mospeada Collection know has it's own cabinet...LOL. It's not going anywhere. And yes Spanner76, the back is mirrored which is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scream Man Posted July 21, 2014 Share Posted July 21, 2014 New House, New Toyroom: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raya1823 Posted July 21, 2014 Share Posted July 21, 2014 Thanks guys! Hazray13 -- The Mospeada Collection know has it's own cabinet...LOL. It's not going anywhere. And yes Spanner76, the back is mirrored which is awesome. LOL, we're all like sharks smelling blood in the water when someone mentions something leaving, lol. Can't wait to see what you've done with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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