arbit Posted February 6, 2017 Posted February 6, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, Nyankodevice said: actually i did a 1/500 Yamato for a friend of mine w/ battle damage and very heavy weathering... but at the time i was more occupied with my first SDF-1 build so i forgot i wanted a yamato kit btw yours looks awesome with all lights and sounds, and is that a display base meant specifically for yamato? Could you link us to pics of your SDF-1? Oh, It's in your Album. Does the 1/2700 transform? That base came with the kit. But it is customized to hold the hull tightly. It also contains the battery and speaker. I have some touch up work left to do on her: Tuck wires in to seal it up better, add aluminum foil inside to oculate internal leds, paint touch up and weathering... Look Mom, no hands! Edited February 6, 2017 by arbit Quote
Nyankodevice Posted February 8, 2017 Posted February 8, 2017 On 6/2/2017 at 10:19 AM, arbit said: Could you link us to pics of your SDF-1? Oh, It's in your Album. Does the 1/2700 transform? it parts forms.. swapping around the modules to change the displayed mode on another note.... made the last changes to my Custom Destroid Mecha. and lastly... any of you guys have any suggestions for a paint scheme for this one?? Quote
arbit Posted February 8, 2017 Posted February 8, 2017 (edited) Truly beautiful. I was just wondering how will you paint it? But I think you should have a story first, and then paint. Is each part a different color based on original color? Is it desert weathered? Is it heavy metal? Or steam punk? No idea. Edited February 8, 2017 by arbit Quote
NZEOD Posted February 8, 2017 Posted February 8, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, arbit said: Maybe something real world and dirty as hell Edited February 8, 2017 by NZEOD Quote
MechTech Posted February 8, 2017 Posted February 8, 2017 Nyankodevice, what about a dark red or maroon color with black accents? Maybe dark red and darker red accents? Just and idea. - MT Quote
chyll2 Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 All white (like Armored core's white glint) Quote
Kylwell Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 I'd look to accent the disparate pieces by differences in paint and weathering levels. Softly worn down checkerboard on an arm, deep green freshly painted on another. Then tie it all together with some dirt and dust. Quote
pengbuzz Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 Perhaps paint it varying shades of dark and light grey, with yellow and black striping on certain areas, as if it were a prototype? Quote
NZEOD Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 Having fun (not) mixing tints and spraying spoons trying to get the candy mix right for the up coming SV-262Ba I want to do that colour but candied over an Alclad II Polished Ali airframe. Getting close as 3:1:1 Tamiya Transparent Blue/Transparent Green/Transparent Smoke but will try it with Yellow/Blue next Quote
arbit Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 1 hour ago, NZEOD said: Having fun (not) mixing tints and spraying spoons trying to get the candy mix right for the up coming SV-262Ba I want to do that colour but candied over an Alclad II Polished Ali airframe. Getting close as 3:1:1 Tamiya Transparent Blue/Transparent Green/Transparent Smoke but will try it with Yellow/Blue next The spoon must pay the price. Quote
Chas Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 (edited) 20 hours ago, Nyankodevice said: any of you guys have any suggestions for a paint scheme for this one?? Blue: http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=19182 White: http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=6311 Weathered Grey (metal): http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=20902 Just some ideas. EDIT: RED! (with White and Metallic accents.): http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=30158 Edited February 9, 2017 by Chas found a ref. for RED! Quote
MechTech Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 Chas, ha ha, the first one has a tire for a butt! Talk about leaving tread marks! They all look cool though! I posted more in depth detail and photos in the beginning modeller's thread, but here's my first attempt at vacu-forming in a couple of years. Long story short, I'm building an Oto Melara 76mm gun turret for my 1/72nd scale ship. I built one 15 years ago out of those vending machine toy capsules, but as you can see, it is WAY too big after looking at the official specs (I only could get photos back then). The buck (mold) was made on my lathe and the gun port was machined out with additional holes to pull the hot plastic into it. My first attempts wasted a couple feet of plastic as I didn't realize I had TOO MUCH plastic around the buck making it web up instead of conforming. After doing some research, I realized that an adapter was needed to reduce the plastic that could be pulled over the buck. So that's the next photo. After that, I had 100% success and made four. Slap it back on the lathe for a clean cut around the circumference and I'm back on track. Back to my school work - MT Quote
Nyankodevice Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 thx for all the quick replys and great suggestions.. On 8/2/2017 at 8:38 PM, arbit said: Truly beautiful. I was just wondering how will you paint it? But I think you should have a story first, and then paint. Is each part a different color based on original color? Is it desert weathered? Is it heavy metal? Or steam punk? No idea. its Macross 23 hours ago, NZEOD said: Maybe something real world and dirty as hell real world as in no weird mixes of colors and such? dirty... ofcause 22 hours ago, MechTech said: Nyankodevice, what about a dark red or maroon color with black accents? Maybe dark red and darker red accents? Just and idea. - MT as in sinanju or char's Zaku?? its flashy 16 hours ago, chyll2 said: All white (like Armored core's white glint) my arch nemesis for a couple of painful days playing Armored Core 4 Answer had to change it up completely, cuz my preferred type of chassis and weapons where useless!! that version of white Glint was made by our beloved Kawamori-Sensei 12 hours ago, Kylwell said: I'd look to accent the disparate pieces by differences in paint and weathering levels. Softly worn down checkerboard on an arm, deep green freshly painted on another. Then tie it all together with some dirt and dust. good oldschool checkerboard added with some brown, yellow and green! 12 hours ago, pengbuzz said: Perhaps paint it varying shades of dark and light grey, with yellow and black striping on certain areas, as if it were a prototype? i was thinking about this, and its most like something like this, ill end up doing, perhaps a touch of greyish-brown in the mix something like this: 5 hours ago, Chas said: Blue: http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=19182 White: http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=6311 Weathered Grey (metal): http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=20902 Just some ideas. EDIT: RED! (with White and Metallic accents.): http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=30158 nice collection of paint schemes might refer to some of them later Quote
arbit Posted February 9, 2017 Posted February 9, 2017 Nyankodevice, whatever you dream up, I do hope it has a Macross color scheme. Here is an embarrassing close-up of the photo-etch. I'm thinking of a rust wash for them. Quote
MechTech Posted February 10, 2017 Posted February 10, 2017 Arbit, get some felt for your stand. It won't stick to the paint and will last for decades. It looks great by the way! - MT Quote
mickyg Posted February 10, 2017 Posted February 10, 2017 5 hours ago, arbit said: Nyankodevice, whatever you dream up, I do hope it has a Macross color scheme. Here is an embarrassing close-up of the photo-etch. I'm thinking of a rust wash for them. Where is this embarrassing you speak of? I see nothing but amazing in this picture! Quote
pengbuzz Posted February 10, 2017 Posted February 10, 2017 51 minutes ago, mickyg said: Where is this embarrassing you speak of? I see nothing but amazing in this picture! What mickyg said: that looks just fan-bleeping-tastic!!!! Quote
NZEOD Posted February 10, 2017 Posted February 10, 2017 13 hours ago, Nyankodevice said: thx for all the quick replys and great suggestions.. its Macross real world as in no weird mixes of colors and such? dirty... ofcause as in sinanju or char's Zaku?? its flashy my arch nemesis for a couple of painful days playing Armored Core 4 Answer had to change it up completely, cuz my preferred type of chassis and weapons where useless!! that version of white Glint was made by our beloved Kawamori-Sensei good oldschool checkerboard added with some brown, yellow and green! i was thinking about this, and its most like something like this, ill end up doing, perhaps a touch of greyish-brown in the mix something like this: nice collection of paint schemes might refer to some of them later Liking that Solarious look, gritty, believable and functional. Having the Tiny Info decals and warnings helps convey the true scale of how large your creation should be. Seriously thing you should add the guy or gal leaning on the foot though. Quote
arbit Posted February 10, 2017 Posted February 10, 2017 A little better video after the touch ups. The opening brings a tear to my eye... Quote
Nyankodevice Posted February 10, 2017 Posted February 10, 2017 5 hours ago, NZEOD said: Liking that Solarious look, gritty, believable and functional. Having the Tiny Info decals and warnings helps convey the true scale of how large your creation should be. Seriously thing you should add the guy or gal leaning on the foot though. already ordered ground crew and pilots from various addon sets, to convert into a fitting pilot and mechanics crew 4 hours ago, arbit said: A little better video after the touch ups. The opening brings a tear to my eye... looks beautiful, i like the intro tune aswell Quote
pengbuzz Posted February 11, 2017 Posted February 11, 2017 On 2/9/2017 at 1:34 PM, Nyankodevice said: thx for all the quick replys and great suggestions.. its Macross real world as in no weird mixes of colors and such? dirty... ofcause as in sinanju or char's Zaku?? its flashy my arch nemesis for a couple of painful days playing Armored Core 4 Answer had to change it up completely, cuz my preferred type of chassis and weapons where useless!! that version of white Glint was made by our beloved Kawamori-Sensei good oldschool checkerboard added with some brown, yellow and green! i was thinking about this, and its most like something like this, ill end up doing, perhaps a touch of greyish-brown in the mix something like this: nice collection of paint schemes might refer to some of them later 10 hours ago, Nyankodevice said: already ordered ground crew and pilots from various addon sets, to convert into a fitting pilot and mechanics crew looks beautiful, i like the intro tune aswell Also reminding me of REX from Metal gear Solid. Really liking what you have in mind for this! Quote
derex3592 Posted February 11, 2017 Posted February 11, 2017 Some prequel love finished up! Went to town weathering this little Battle Droid and his speeder, another great kit from Bandai, easy and fun to paint assemble and weather. Quote
vincemoto7 Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 Great job Derex, that's pretty cool! Quote
derex3592 Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 Thanks! Sorry the pics didn't come out great, should have waited for dark. Quote
arbit Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 (edited) I'm thinking... + = Edited February 12, 2017 by arbit Quote
MechTech Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 That last video looks AWESOME Arbit! Well done! The droid and speeder came out great Derex - roger roger! - MT Quote
arbit Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 Thanks. Need to work on my photography. But I "felt her up" as you advised. Quote
derex3592 Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 2 hours ago, arbit said: I'm thinking... + = DOooo it!!! Quote
arbit Posted February 12, 2017 Posted February 12, 2017 14 minutes ago, derex3592 said: DOooo it!!! Only if you light up a Millennium Falcon. Quote
mickyg Posted February 13, 2017 Posted February 13, 2017 (edited) On 12/02/2017 at 9:45 AM, derex3592 said: Some prequel love finished up! Went to town weathering this little Battle Droid and his speeder, another great kit from Bandai, easy and fun to paint assemble and weather. Now I know where that YF-29 Dual Beam Cannon came from! Completely forgot about these in SW. Very nice weathering on the droid, by the way. Looks like he's ready to go find some Gungans! Arbit: Never did see Space Batleship Yamato but seeing your model all done up how it is, I'm VERY interested! Some (hopefully) constructive criticism: That speaker sticks out on what is otherwise a beautifully done show piece. I may have missed this before, but are you planning to hide it somewhere? Amazing work and a real inspiration to those who are timid about starting something they're unfamiliar with - still can't believe the journey you made in electronics from the start of this project till now! Edited February 13, 2017 by mickyg Quote
Thom Posted February 13, 2017 Posted February 13, 2017 19 hours ago, arbit said: I'm thinking... + = Intriguing. I would like to see this done! Quote
Chas Posted February 13, 2017 Posted February 13, 2017 In case you need some more inspiration: http://www.modelers-g.jp/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=33309 Quote
derex3592 Posted February 13, 2017 Posted February 13, 2017 (edited) that's amazing. All this 2199 talk has pushed me to finish the craptastic 2 kits on my bench (SDF-1 and 1/72 VF-31), so I can move on and start my 1:500 Yamato. It's officially going to be my next build. Super excited about it. Just finished watching 2199 for the first time, so while we wait for the next series, seems like a great time to build this beast! Edited February 13, 2017 by derex3592 Quote
derex3592 Posted February 13, 2017 Posted February 13, 2017 19 hours ago, arbit said: Only if you light up a Millennium Falcon. Did that a year ago mate! Quote
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