DX Chogokin VF-171 Cannon Fodder

[Chronocidal]

Yeah, the head rotation is a royal pain. There really is no point at which the head is free of obstructions to rotate.

[Loop]

Agreed, I hate the head rotation. I wish Bandai could figure out necks on valks.

[xrentonx]

I picked up one of three yesterday. Transformed her for QC checks and she's flawless.

Noticed the wings are a little more loose than the Alto but it didn't fall off during the transformation. The scheme is MUCH nicer than Alto's so I don't regret getting three at all. I still can't figure out the leg swing bars though so there's a thing

Edited May 6, 2013 by xrentonx

[NightCastle]

The "nightmare" transformation begins.

No kidding. It definitely lives up to its name.

[Jasonc]

Picking mine up from the post office tomorrow, along with a bunch of AR parts. Since I'm off tomorrow (had to work over the weekend) it should be a fun Monday.

[Reïvaj]

So are the wings bent upward as usual?

Edited May 6, 2013 by Reïvaj

[Chronocidal]

Actually, it's not just bent upward.. the wings are kind of a compound curve on mine. They kind of bend and twist in multiple directions from root to tip.

Technically, it almost makes aerodynamic sense, because they kind of look like it was intentional, but Bandai still can't seem to figure out how to make plastic into flat shapes.

[xrentonx]

Yeah, slight bend upwards. If you look close enough like Chronocidal said, it's seems to be multiple bends...

[Shukenzero]

Still a sweet ass plane tho. Somehow the curves look okay. One day Bandai will remove the curves and put them somewhere else. They just need to keep making rookie mistakes.

[miro79]

one quick question:

Is it normal for HLJ that an order status says " This order is being processed for shipping" for over a week?

I'm a little upset right now.

But before i contact HLJ customer service, and ask why my order is not beeing processed, i thought i ask here first.

so do you have to wait for 1-2 weeks everytime you order at HLJ before they ship?

Edited May 6, 2013 by miro79

[raptormesh]

Any video reviews yet? Mine is being shipped SAL so it's going to be a wait.

[Scyla]

one quick question:

Is it normal for HLJ that an order status says " This order is being processed for shipping" for over a week?

I'm a little upset right now.

But before i contact HLJ customer service, and ask why my order is not beeing processed, i thought i ask here first.

so do you have to wait for 1-2 weeks everytime you order at HLJ before they ship?

I had never problems with ordering from HLJ. They always where able to deliver my stuff to my doorstep unlike many other import shops. However, their deliveries tend to take longer then other shops.

They have a really good customer service so if you're worried just send them an email.

[neoexcaliber]

one quick question:

Is it normal for HLJ that an order status says " This order is being processed for shipping" for over a week?

I'm a little upset right now.

But before i contact HLJ customer service, and ask why my order is not beeing processed, i thought i ask here first.

so do you have to wait for 1-2 weeks everytime you order at HLJ before they ship?

They had last Monday, Friday and today off. There's also a sale going on so it might take a while for your shipment to be processed. I usually have to wait a week if its during a sale.

[Duymon]

Welp, at 4/6 now. 2 will take a while since they were shipped via SAL. I've had 0 QC problems on these thus far *knock on wood*.

Now the question is how to get them displayed somewhere

[Shukenzero]

Duymon that is freakin' sweet. Can't wait to see them with all their missiles!

[Mechapilot77]

Welp, at 4/6 now. 2 will take a while since they were shipped via SAL. I've had 0 QC problems on these thus far *knock on wood*.

Now the question is how to get them displayed somewhere

wow those look awesome all lined up like that. i had 3 on order myself but dropped it down to one. couldn't justify the cost because i don't have enough room to display them all together anywhere. can't wait for the armor/weapons pack!

[Guest davidwhangchoi]

NY, 2nd batch on first night of preorders, shipped Fedex...

I picked up one of three yesterday. Transformed her for QC checks and she's flawless.

Noticed the wings are a little more loose than the Alto but it didn't fall off during the transformation. The scheme is MUCH nicer than Alto's so I don't regret getting three at all. I still can't figure out the leg swing bars though so there's a thing

My 3 will hopefully be here tomorrow, I will transform them for QC checks, but plan to leave all 3 and Alto in fighter mode for a flight formation display.

Welp, at 4/6 now. 2 will take a while since they were shipped via SAL. I've had 0 QC problems on these thus far *knock on wood*.

Now the question is how to get them displayed somewhere

xrenton and loop have 3

a few others have +3,

lupin has 6

duymon has 6

anyone have nine to display 3 in each mode

wow, makes me envy all of you.

Edited May 6, 2013 by davidwhangchoi

[Shukenzero]

Found some pencil lines across the wing decals of one of the jets. Bad QC but nothing killer. Also noticed the light scratch marks across the plastic on all three of the 171s. Makes me think the factory workers are so sick of assmbling the things they just toss the parts around. Wouldn't blame them, but I expect a little better from Bandai. And also shouldn't be expected of a $200 plus toy; this isn't a deluxe transformer.

Edited May 6, 2013 by Shukenzero

[Gakken85]

one quick question:

Is it normal for HLJ that an order status says " This order is being processed for shipping" for over a week?

I'm a little upset right now.

But before i contact HLJ customer service, and ask why my order is not beeing processed, i thought i ask here first.

so do you have to wait for 1-2 weeks everytime you order at HLJ before they ship?

There was a holiday last week. Everything should be back to normal this week.

[Lolicon]

It's about goddamn time.

Edited May 6, 2013 by Lolicon

[charger69]

This is blasphemy!!

[Mommar]

We need squadron photos quick now. So many people got multiples!

[Gakken85]

Is that a little dog in the top right corner? haha

Does he get one to play with too?

[Reïvaj]

Well, it looks more like a cat...

[Graham]

one quick question:

Is it normal for HLJ that an order status says " This order is being processed for shipping" for over a week?

I'm a little upset right now.

But before i contact HLJ customer service, and ask why my order is not beeing processed, i thought i ask here first.

so do you have to wait for 1-2 weeks everytime you order at HLJ before they ship?

Yes, it's normal.

HLJ are notorious for their slow order processing.

While they are reliable, they are painfully slow at actually getting orders out of the door.

The term " glacial progress" springs to mind.

HLJ are always my last choice if I want something in a hurry.

Graham

[SaitouSad]

It's about goddamn time.

holy crap!

Which store did you get these shipped from?

Also, Mass Effect 3 Normandy?

[Loop]

Finally got my shipment!

Don't know when I will have time to open them, but I always get a sense of relief when stuff I wait on arrives.

Edited May 7, 2013 by Loop

[Guest davidwhangchoi]

Finally got my shipment!

Don't know when I will have time to open them, but I always get a sense of relief when stuff I wait on arrives.

nice! hopefully there's no defects.

[Loop]

Yes, it's normal.

HLJ are notorious for their slow order processing.

While they are reliable, they are painfully slow at actually getting orders out of the door.

The term " glacial progress" springs to mind.

HLJ are always my last choice if I want something in a hurry.

Graham

Agreed! I used to like them until I had that happen a few times. It's as if they do it on purpose lol. When It's somethingI can't wait on they delay shipping. When it's something I can wait on they process it lightning fast. I started my Macross collection with the YF-19 and YF-21, but made the mistake of ordering from HLJ. It took 2 weeks, 1 week to get the order marked as shipped and another for EMS. It was like pulling out hair.

[Valkyrie Magnus]

Nice loot you have there Loop. I would have wanted 3 also but I am out of space. Maybe I should put my MPC and V1 1/60's away to create more space for the newer valks. Btw I know how long HLJ can be too.

[Lolicon]

holy crap!

Which store did you get these shipped from?

Also, Mass Effect 3 Normandy?

HLJ, which is why it took so long. But they were the only place where I could get them below MSRP, so I won't complain too much. Haven't paid above MSRP for a Bandai valk yet, and I'd like to keep it that way.

Picked up Garrus at 50% off to go with my Shepard.

And as an aside, that is a cat.

[Guest davidwhangchoi]

HLJ, which is why it took so long. But they were the only place where I could get them below MSRP, so I won't complain too much. Haven't paid above MSRP for a Bandai valk yet, and I'd like to keep it that way.

Picked up Garrus at 50% off to go with my Shepard.

And as an aside, that is a cat.

how were you able to order 3 from hlj? they limited one per customer when they re-opened pre-orders. (i tried getting two) also loop checked hlj and remarked it was limited one per customer. did they allow more orders during the initial pre-order window?

[SaitouSad]

HLJ, which is why it took so long. But they were the only place where I could get them below MSRP, so I won't complain too much. Haven't paid above MSRP for a Bandai valk yet, and I'd like to keep it that way.

Picked up Garrus at 50% off to go with my Shepard.

And as an aside, that is a cat.

Oh, cool. Nice to know HLJ lets you buy multiple - at least back then they did I think

[Loop]

Will transform later. I dread doing 3 of these at once haha.

[Gakken85]

Hot crap man.

Do all the renewals come with stands or did you buy them ?