wm cheng
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The larger the kit, the more time it takes - because you have that much more room to cram even more detail into it! I don't have the time to build 1/48 scales anymore, I find every time I move up a scale; 1/72 to 1/48 to 1/32, it takes four times longer to build (16 times longer to build a 1/32 scale!) because by then, you need to actually do not just the rivets, but the rivet socket heads too! 1/72 scale is just more forgiving when it comes to fine details. (ie; for landing gear bays, 1/72 scale I'd be happy with the brake lines and major hydraulic plumbing, but 1/48, you'd need all the electrical cabling and tie down loops, but at 1/32 scale, you need the metal manufacturers ID plates as well as all the cabling/plumbing ties as well!). Life's too short!
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Oh, I thought it was Kawamori - thanks for clearing that up... maybe there is the slightest thin glimmer of hope afterall... What do you know? Do tell!
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A question about using Gundam Stands with Yamato Valkyries
wm cheng replied to CoreyD's topic in The Workshop!
Woohoo EXO to the rescue! I didn't know you designed one of those, for sure I'd jump all over it. You have to walk me through how to order them though, I'm a complete newbie with these 3D printing services. -
The VF-2SS!! That will be my last holy grail-money-is-no-object item... although I don't think Mr. K designed that, so maybe he won't want Yamato to produce it.
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Finally got my first Bandai renewal Valkyrie! My VF-25G arrived today - I broke down and got it on "sale" at NY with registered SAL shipping (since I missed out on all the other Bandai renewals). I am very impressed! Now I get what all the fuss is about. Mine came in pretty good condition, a minor dent on the box, but the bird itself seems pretty intact - I have the slightly warped wings which I will heat up and re-bend down a little, but other than that I am very happy with it. Love the poseability in Battriod mode and will keep it in that mode because it just looks so awesome looking down that big gun (and I'm an aircraft mode fan all the way - so that's saying a lot). Has anyone found that it seems somewhat oily, just after playing with it for a little while, I find my fingers leaving oily finger prints all over it and I think its coming from the gun stabilizers, it seems the forward ones have a lot of WD-40 in the joints or is it just mine? I really, really want a VF-25S re-issue with the armour packs now... (now that I know what I'm missing!)
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A question about using Gundam Stands with Yamato Valkyries
wm cheng replied to CoreyD's topic in The Workshop!
YES! If someone could do a little shapeways 3D printed adapter, I'd buy them! If the adapter could have the larger Yamato hole going into the smaller Bandai peg would be perfect. I don't know if the 3D printed stuff is strong enough though. Right now I cut the Bandai tabs and try to wedge them in between the arms and legs in fighter mode - its pretty good for 1/60 Yamatos - I wouldn't trust them on my 1/48 though. -
I feel for ya, so sorry to hear about that. Hope the damage isn't as bad as it looks.
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I guess the clear coat is the key eh? If you were going to clear coat the valk anyways, wouldn't a dull/flat/matte clearcoat be easier to "dry brush" the effects like armor models instead of the glossy future which would have to be dulled down in the end? Great pictures by the way - congrats on the best looking toy collection I've seen!
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That's phenomenal work MacrossJunkie!! I hope to try to emulate that when my VF-25G finally comes in, but I still don't understand how you get the Tamiya stuff to stick to the slippery plastic. Thanks for the images, I will save them to try and emulate it (its really because of you that I'm starting to collect toys now that I don't have time to build models anymore... you're bad for my wallet!). Do you have of the Yamato 1/60 VF-11B that you've weathered in this way? I'd love to see those too.
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That really sucks... although I found that airmail was actually more expensive than EMS when I ordered through NY - weird.
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I love Crusher Joe! Built a lot of their kits when I was a kid too. Great to see how this turns out under your masterful hands.
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I'm not vouching for the script, but Pacific Rim will look f@#king amazing - its my best work ever!! and hey, its not a remake.
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I read a lot about all the complaints of remake this or lack of imagination in today's films, well here's a good article about why this is the case (and I see this all the time from an insiders perspective). http://collider.com/cloud-atlas-editorial/205989/
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MacrossJunkie - just awesome as always!! Makes me want to start up my 1/72 Bandai model kit now... (that I missed out on the toy!)
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Bandai 1/72 fully transform able VF-1 plastic kit for Macross 30th Ann
wm cheng replied to Vi-RS's topic in Model kits
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Bandai 1/72 fully transform able VF-1 plastic kit for Macross 30th Ann
wm cheng replied to Vi-RS's topic in Model kits
Those lines look really out-of-scale deep trenches and it looks like its not molded in colour as there's no separation for the black lines on the wings or chestplate. -
LOVE IT!
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Wow! I totally agree, I wasn't too excited about the Shinden, but looking at the scheme, I might have to change my mind also - but either masking will be a bitch! or if it comes with all that two-toned paneling as decent (non-screened) decals, then I might just break down!
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Wow! I forgot how beautiful that was. Now, that would be a great next project for Yamato - the VF-2SS!!! p.s. can you print your own white decals?
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Great job Hikuro! Would you have just the audio timed to the BluRay release so I can rip my own copy (at 1080p) from my BD? (for my own viewing of course - and my daughter!)
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Thanks so much! I'm a bit of a newbie, I have the DYRL BD, I know how to rip it, but how do I combine your AC3 file with it? Does it stay in sync all the way to the end? or do I have to do something with it? Thanks so much - my daughter was interested when I was watching my BD, this would make it easily accessible for her. Extra special since this is the version I remember as a kid!
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NICE! You might have a market for that stand if you ever decide to start selling them (I'd be in for a few)
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Thanks MJ! Beautiful photos too! Although I seem to be having a problem seeing the 2,3,4th ones, the rest are ok and I will promptly save them to my computer! I hope to follow in your footsteps when I finally get my VF-25G (I got shipping notification today, but I opted for the 2-3wk SAL with tracking).
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Phenomenal work as always PetarB. Absolutely stunning. Loved all the modifications, especially the shape of the rear verticals and engine cowlings, it really works together nicely and makes a sleeker design (great improvement!) Flawless paint finish too and I love the scheme. You are absolutely right, weathering would take away from your fine F-1 racer that's been meticulously taken care of. Do you make you're own stands or is that something that one can buy? I love the simplicity of it, really enhances your model.
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Thanks MacrossJunkie! That was very informative. I've tried one of the Tamiya weathering kits before, but I've always found it a problem getting it to stick to glossy clear coat surfaces or bare plastic, its just seems to slide right off. It seemed to work best on top of flat finishes - do you have a trick for getting it to stick to the future clear coat? How are the clear coats holding up to the toy's transformation and moving/rubbing areas? I think I have to modify my weathering techniques for the toy as I don't think my models would hold up well to the handling demands of a toy. I'd love to see a nice detailed photoshoot of your Michael VF-25G masterpiece! You've done such an amazing job with the other ones already, but understanding weathering techniques on a dark coloured plane is a whole different ballpark! Did you add any additional decals?