Any VF-0a heads out there?

[Gakken85]

I need to fix the head laser as it was broken off by the previous owner.

Anyway, I thought it might be easier to just replace the head.

Let me know if you have one.

Thanks.

Edited May 2, 2013 by Gakken85

[plastik]

maybe you can use the head or laser from a model kit? it might be easier then trying to find the actual head.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MACROSS-ZERO-VF-0A-MODEL-KIT-/120804808925?pt=Model_Kit_US&hash=item1c208718dd

[jenius]

They might have been sold a while ago but you might want to PM Kevin at Valkyrie Exchange, he was selling some busted VF-0A toys a while ago IIRC.

[Gakken85]

Cool man. thanks!

[Graham]

I might have a busted VF-0A that I can get the head from. I'll check at the weekend.

Graham

[Chronocidal]

Your best bet if you can't find a replacement might be to just cut the laser down to the base, and replace it with something new.

You could cut down the rest of what's left on the head, and drill into it with a pin-drill, then add something like a needle into the hole to act as a brace. Then you can just add a new laser onto that, maybe made from scrap plastic, or even metal.

Or, you might be able to drill out the existing pieces, and just glue them together with a pin between. Might work pretty simply.

[valhary]

I had the same problem hope someone do it in shapeways or something

[Gakken85]

I might have a busted VF-0A that I can get the head from. I'll check at the weekend.

Graham

Thanks. Just send me a PM and I can paypal you some loot.

[Gakken85]

Your best bet if you can't find a replacement might be to just cut the laser down to the base, and replace it with something new.

You could cut down the rest of what's left on the head, and drill into it with a pin-drill, then add something like a needle into the hole to act as a brace. Then you can just add a new laser onto that, maybe made from scrap plastic, or even metal.

Or, you might be able to drill out the existing pieces, and just glue them together with a pin between. Might work pretty simply.

Yeah seems too complicated for me.

Edited May 2, 2013 by Gakken85

[Kurisama]

I can help out here too, I'll be back from interstate in a few days - I have one made in 3D.

[Gakken85]

I can help out here too, I'll be back from interstate in a few days - I have one made in 3D.

I have no idea what that means, but it sounds good! haha

[Kurisama]

Oh sorry, I was going to make available a '22 head laser available for another forum member - lol. I meant to say I have already made one in a 3D program ready for printing at Shapeways.

[Gakken85]

Cool! this 3d printing business is fun.

Would the colors match up?

[Kurisama]

Nope You'll have to spray it up. I'll be starting my VF-0C conversion soon that'll need color match the VF-0A, so I'll be able to inform you then.

[Kurisama]

Here you go, enjoy;

http://www.shapeways.com/model/1007293/vf-0a-head-turret.html?li=productBox-search

[Gakken85]

Whats the best way to get the laser out? I know there is a screw under the head...

[Kurisama]

The top half of the head is one solid piece - so you need to pull the laser out.

Angle the laser so it is perpendicular to the head's line of vision - get a good grip on the head and pull the laser out!

[Gakken85]

I'll keep it in mind if nobody else gets back to me with a real head. Thanks though very cool.

[Gakken85]

Still looking

I tried to pm Graham but I never got a response :/

[Kurisama]

Grahams not much for replying pm's.

[Gakken85]

Did you get my pm about doing a shapeway of that shoulder part?

I have better pics now.

[Kurisama]

I replied in whatever thread it was u asked!

[Gakken85]

I think it was a PM. But anyway I must have missed it haha

http://imgur.com/a/OT9aX

I can get measurements if you want them.

[Kurisama]

Well, long and short of it is - if it's not Macross or Transformers, there is very little chance I will make it.

I made this antennae for you, which would only need coat of paint, and you didn't buy it. No big deal, because it can benefit other people and it took less than half an hour to make and export.

So why should I invest hours into making such a super-specific piece (from only photos) that may be relatively complicated to get a perfect fit (of which you didn't offer any sort of commission, unless i missed that) and not only is there a good chance that no one but you will buy it (its for an anime mech I'm not familar with)- and even then there is no guarantee you will purchase it either?

[Gakken85]

Sorry, I had no idea you made it for me. Looks like you sold some to some other people already so I don't feel it should be a point of contention.

I thought you just had a store where people go go and buy things you've already made. I had NO idea you made it specifically for me and expected payment. No offense, but I didn't even understand your first comment in this thread, as you can see. It Looks like you said you have (as in already have) made one up.

I know you mocked up some missiles for the VF-25 CF on the fly, so I figured you took requests. If you don't, and it is a considerable time and money investment I do apologize.

If you're really upset about it I'll buy the piece off you. It's not a big deal to me either way.

Cheers.

Edited May 3, 2013 by Gakken85

[Gakken85]

Hell.. I don't even know what the difference is between Frosted and unfrosted. Is that cake?

I'm not a painter or a mod guy, so it's not something I feel comfortable sinking time and effort into. I hope you understand

Edited May 3, 2013 by Gakken85

[Kurisama]

No offence intended and no apologies needed, dude.

You weren't in any sort of contract to buy it!

What I'm saying is that if it's Macross or transformers related, and I also wouldn't mind having that piece: good chance of making it.

If I'm not interested in having it, but there is enough interest - good chance of making it.

If I'm not interested in making it or owning it, but there is enough interest - I will strongly consider it and factor in my time and effort onto the final cost.

Someone wants some thing from another anime or whatever, then I'll make it if you offer a fair trade or a decent monetary incentive.

Think about this - you walk into a regular cake shop that make normal, run of the mill cakes in 5 different flavors. You walk in and ask for a custom cake that they don't make and offer to pay the same amount as one of their regular cakes - or worse say 'no thanks' after they've made it.

Ha, sick with WSF+polished for maximum strength.

[Gakken85]

what are those three different finish choices?

[Kurisama]

Frosted ultra detail and frosted detail are good as their surface is very smooth and detail sharp - but they don't have a good amountof strength.

Strong white and flexible has a rougher surface, but it's sandable - it's real value is its structural strength. Good for head lasers

[Gakken85]

What kind of paint color would I need? Would i need spray paint or just .. paint paint? haha

[Kurisama]

Spay paint definitely. You can take your VF-0 head or other pieces to a hobby shop and try and colour match to the spray lids - or similar.

I'm going to try and match it later this year when I do my conversion. If u can wait that long.