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Thanks Saburo and Spanner. Just helping out people here to see comparison shots for both, esp to members who doesn't have the other variant. And I just had a free time last night so I decided to make it. Though I just left the Gerwalk comparison. Will probably do that next time. True. Any manufacturer in Japan probably doing the same thing. I remember those model kits before that they have always put the address and phone number to call if you need to order a replacement parts. Too bad, we don't have access on those policy. And I don't think members from this forum who lives in Japan can help one of us either. Probably those manufacturers will ask them first like where did they purchase it? Or do you have the receipt or something just to show proof? It's not going to be like they just gonna call or email the manufacturers to send them replacement parts. Coz if that's doable, for sure Japan members here would've already offered this service to us. Probably just minor stuff. But the main difference for sure is the Booster's Wing Slots. Will try to shoot pix tonight. My complaint too. That's why they 'hide' it on their promotional photos.

I guess, it's how they compete with other online stores. Lure customers for low prices. But after that, like everyone says here, they have bad reputation on Customer Service. And congrats to everyone who got their PO's.

Some comparison pics from its predecessor:

The only solution on this one is that the hips should be in a proper angle during fighter mode, the main wing swivel joint should be pushed down all the way upon returning it, and the locking tabs on those hip uppper intakes is inserted properly, then all is good.

"Bandai's Overengineering". Same sentiments exactly from lots of members here. In order to fold the leg, you must follow this 5, 6, 7, 8 transformation sequence first.

I can't remember Bandai did product recalls nor replacements in the past. Probably it's a different story, if you live in Japan.

A NOTE on the Wing Root tabs that connects back to the legs, if you still find it tight, just scrape off a little plastic using x-acto knife or cutter on the area where the locking tabs is potruding. Hope that helps. And regarding the shoulder and leg area part. When you're pushing the leg back in Fighter mode and somehow the inner leg part kinda blocks the folded arm area, try to push down from the top of the shoulder armor while pulling the leg towards the back so that the folded arm should slide in the leg gap, then lock the legs tab in the backpack area. From there, you can re-work or align those shoulder armor back in. Same goes when you're Valk is equipped with their Fast Packs. Make sure that the shoulder flap is angled towards the Fast Pack exhaust on the back of the legs. So when you pushed the shoulder down while pulling the leg towards the back in order to slide the folded arm to the leg gap, the shoulder flap will keep on pushing that small Fast Pack armor on the back of the legs. Then once everything is locked in place, you can adjust the gaps on the shoulder and lock the shoulder Fast Pack on the back of the legs as well. But do NOTE again that even though you lock everything in place esp the shoulder and leg area part, it will still NOT HIDE the 'obvious' gap between the legs and shield.

Remember that those are just prototypes and for marketing purposes. Remember also that I pointed out pages ago, Bandai showed photos in Fighter mode that the upper part of the wing root is tabbed somehow on those leg Fast Packs. But to be honest, I lined up (not perfectly flushed ) those shoulder and leg Fast Packs properly after how many tries. I kinda doubt the latter part, technoblue. After transforming this Valk to Fighter mode to Battroid mode and back, I can't seem to flush everything in 100%. I know it's lined up but overall it's not as flushed as Arcadia is. Arcadia from what I remember, even at first try, everything falls right in their places. With this one, I know that I already aligned it, but somehow I need to literally squeeze everything esp on the torso area when transformed to Fighter mode just to flush it out a little. And doing so, the shield area pops out a little esp the head part and the sheild rail area.

Yeah, it's true that it's hard to lock in place the shoulder at the back of the legs when the Fast Packs are one. Esp the one for the back of the legs that keeps on popping out even though I adjusted the shoulder flaps based on the manual. But once everything is in place, it's more flushed out than when I opened mine after getting it. But have more patience with it. This ones transforms easier than YF-21.

Price is nice. Good luck tonight (PST) everyone!

Nice. Would love to see and hear your opinion on the Arcadia YF-19 and Bandai VF-19 Advance soon, jenius.

IIRC no....no review, no transformation guide. Maybe now can be a good time Actually, there is. I also posted a transformation guide before on the Arcadia YF-19 thread though YouTube muted my M+ soundtrack audio. Here's Odeean's YF-19 review. My transformation video. Pinoi78's YF-19 Part 1 review (Part 2 is not uploaded yet). Hope that helps. Get one now while it's still available. If not you can just check the For Sale thread area if anyone is selling their Arcadia or Bandai ones. Good luck!

Nice!

Welcome abord Hazuki. Yup, I do love my Arcadia YF-19 too, that's why I have two of them. So what are your take on the Bandai's VF-19 Advance?

Still wish with the price range they were going, a little bit of 'Arcadia/Yamato' quality feel than Bandai's would be nice. Like it's more of a collectible than playable. By the way, Bobby, that's a good photoshopped VF-2SS.

They should produce more. If it's just an event exclusive then it's pointless to go head to head with Bandai's VF-19 Advance. Would still love to have this on my YF-19's. But easy pass if it's too expensive.

Only two places are selling this. Nippon-yasan at $236. And Play-Asia at $249.99.

Thanks jenius. Kinda weird that Alto's Ex is more superior when it comes to those exploding triangles knowing that the CF produced later on.

Lower part of the back is diecast along with the connector going to the swivel waist inside is diecast. Ankles are diecast. Hip joints are diecast. Not sure if there's diecast on the shoulder area. But over all, it's 80-90% plastic. Great pics Swoosh! Love this one. Great sunset pic, Cryo. This is not a 'Spam' photos. Hahaha! Like that new 'Gerwalk' mode. Lastly, there's my new wallpaper right there.

Great pics everyone! Wish I could join the bandwagon soon.

Thanks for sharing CF18. Not as much as I'm expecting but it looks sweet. Though it needs more panel-lines. Hope to see more photos soon after the Evolution Toy event.

You can also check jenius reviews on Yamato GBP releases at: http://anymoon.com/blog/?p=5007 But to be honest, price-point-wise, I will just get the recent release Arcadia one. You will get the safe shoulder version. Tight joints compared to the old Yamato ones. If you're not worried about the slight pink hue on the Arcadia, you will be just fine. As for the Mospeada Cyclones Bikes, you can check Adankree's FS thread. He's selling both Scott and Rand/Ley): http://www.macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?showtopic=42677 Good luck!

Third! This is helpful to old and new members.

Thanks for sharing, Yeti!