nightmareB4macross

SECOND UPDATE - I recieved the parts. Unfortunately, they're not what I was looking for. The parts are broken at the elbow and not the shoulder (see tiny debris located in the lower left-hand corner). The parts I need are broken shoulder parts. As it now turns out I will be working on the elbow as well. What I would like is, if someone who has the broken shoulder, can you please take a pic of both the inside and the outside of the shoulder and post it here? I am only looking for pics of UNREPAIRED shoulders. I am interested in the actual break. Thanks, NB4M *Thanks again, Bee (kiririth).

I will take possession of the VF-0A later today. I'll keep updating this thread. FIRST UPDATE - Thanks, Bee!

Thanks. I really appreciate it.

What about the leg armour with the same magnetic polarity attracted to the same polarity on leg? Anyone find a remedy to this yet? Anyone know how to open the leg?

You sir, are such a bastid.

Let's see if Haterist...oops I mean, Do Not Disturb chimes in and schools us all.

NIIIIIIIIICE!!!! Has a simple and killer look to it. Great job!!

Actually, I like the 1/48 hands just the way they are with the exception to the size. It could have been scaled just a little larger and it would have been perfect.

Hey!!! (flings dirty diaper at EXO)

I think they only like trannies and not Starcream.

Wait 'til you get your hands on it. The slight differences from the VF-1 to the VF-0 will astound you. -------------------------------- Scream Man, NIIIIIIICE!!!!!! How about some pics in other modes? Maybe even submit it to the "Customs Gallery."

I kind of like how they tried to keep the original head design, it shows a bit of reverence to OP and his G1 awesomeness. On the other hand, the 'bot mode looks a little thin and could use some bulking up or a better paint scheme. The flames on blue make him look a bit robotosexual. They should've stuck with the original red cab semi.

I think we won't be able to swim if we remain with VF-0(s) that have broken arms. Better to swim than sink.

I'd say more stringent testing on the plastic used and not necissarily the toy. It looks as though the plastic is the real issue here. For example, take a look at where the metal swing bar locks in place during transformation of fighter, yup, you guessed it...STRESS MARKS!

No panel lines. That should be left for customizers. Besides, do we really need something else to grip about should it not be produced to our liking?

Can't wait. Awesome!!!

I think he's in UPPER management.

I think Hasbro didn't get the memo that states it's a toy, and not a flying crapload of bricks.

Listening to stuff I just picked up over Christmas 1. Kinks - RCA Years (Boxed set) 2. Jim Carroll - Pools of Mercury 3. Rock Kills Kid - RKK 4. Atari Teenage Riot - 60 Second Wipeout 5. The Alarm - Under Attack 6. Synergetic - Compilation One 7. Caroline - (Self Titled) 8. ALO Animal Liberation Orchestra - Fly Between Walls 9. Golden Earing - (Self Titled) 10. Audio Karate - Space Camp 11. Juniper Sky - Don't Forget 12. Conektor - (Self Titled) 13. Something For Rockets - (Self Titled) 14. The Distants - Broken Gold 15. The Legendary Pink Dots - Your Children Placate You From Premature Graves 16. VCR - Power Density 17. Hanover Saints - Blood, Guts, & Glory It's going to be a great New Year.

Thanks for the insight.

HK, Did you ever solve problem #2? Does anyone out there know how to take the legs apart of the VF-0?

Should I continue with my revised version of the VF-0 upper arm joints, or should I wait for Yamato's and work with those?

Maybe Yamato should re-think their methods of testing. A little more hands on with a less or semi-experienced hand could be very helpful in assessing any possible damage of any kind to the joints. Product testers, such as yourself (Graham), understand the logistics on how to properly transform these toys and are very cautious not to force parts and cause breakage. May Yamato might consider placing a supplemental transformation guide in English or other languages. Or just post the guides on their site. The VF-0 design is nice, but could use some re-designing on said parts. After all, the damage appears prominent in the same area for all reported cases.

Here some other answers: c) The recasts will be done just like the VF-0A version. I will also try to obtain a screw to compliment the recast. **Color matching will be done both for the VF-0S and VF-0A in their perspective colors. But both recast versions will accomodate screws.