3D Print replacement parts for Yamato 1/48's & 1/60

[ValkAddict]

Thanks @505thAirborne for the info! Sorry for missing the obvious.

Looks like I can only order white colored sets from here (wish they had cream color),
https://www.shapeways.com/product/DV3KRQCTN/kanzen-henkei-1-60-scale-fighter-variable-hinge?optionId=3675956

 

[Anasazi37]

3 hours ago, 505thAirborne said:

Saw your message @ValkAddict, since I can't post pictures in a message (for some reason) here's a reassurance that the Ball joints are there. 

Also, I've used 4 sets of these shoulder replacements and they almost appear to be a bit stronger than the factory parts. 

Here's the backside of the set, using the site's 3D viewer:

3 hours ago, ValkAddict said:

Thanks @505thAirborne for the info! Sorry for missing the obvious.

Looks like I can only order white colored sets from here (wish they had cream color),
https://www.shapeways.com/product/DV3KRQCTN/kanzen-henkei-1-60-scale-fighter-variable-hinge?optionId=3675956

 

I didn't notice the ball joints at first, either. Saw them in the "how to" video, then went to the 3D viewer and flipped the parts over to make sure they were there.

[ValkAddict]

Thanks @Anasazi37 !! D'oh, guess I missed the obvious.

 

[no3Ljm]

10 hours ago, ValkAddict said:

Apologies for reviving an older thread ... but can someone please comment: have they bought from this seller - are they legit?

I bought a used Yamato 1/60 VF-1D with broken shoulders and need replacement shoulder hinges. TIA for any help.

EDIT: Also, the photo of the part does not seem to look exactly like the broken shoulder hinge.

The 3D artist who did that is a long time member of this forum — @VF5SS.

[Radioguy]

Has anyone designed a Yamato 1/48-compatible VF-1D head for printing?

[Bolt]

31 minutes ago, Radioguy said:

Has anyone designed a Yamato 1/48-compatible VF-1D head for printing?

Haven't seen that yet. I would hope it's out there.. I was able to score a resin cast one , along with the rest of the 1-D conversion kit. some years ago. I still need to get to that project..

[505thAirborne]

59 minutes ago, Radioguy said:

Has anyone designed a Yamato 1/48-compatible VF-1D head for printing?

Haven't seen one before but I'll do you one better by suggesting somebody design an all new VF-1D conversion kit for the Yamato 1/48's.

[Radioguy]

True, any VF-1A/J/S with a 1D head would be a mongrel without the right cockpit, but I'd grab one if a full kit weren't on offer.

[Spiff]

It's funny, funny that I say funny. I finally ordered a pair of shoulders for my V2 VF-1D. I just got an email today 12/30/23, from Shape ways that my order is being sent. Now if I only knew where my Yamato V2 VF-1d is. 

Moving sucks from one state to another, so you know. I have thought of buying these for a long time and I finally pulled the trigger, yeah me!

[Chronocidal]

Don't know if anyone has need of these, but had forgotten this topic exists when I went to make them.  

Still a rough test, and I think at least two people are trying prints, but my first test print seemed to fit well enough.

 

Edited December 31, 2023 by Chronocidal

[Sildani]

Yep, had my local library print them out in resin. Too big to fit initially, but some sanding brought them mostly into line. I suspect the tabs in back are too large to fit into the slots, but more sanding will do them no doubt. 

Many thanks Chronocidal!!
 

 

[Chronocidal]

Good to see them working!  I definitely oversized the tabs, since I figured it would be easier to sand them down than build them up.

[derex3592]

Nice! 

[nightmareB4macross]

15 hours ago, Chronocidal said:

Good to see them working!  I definitely oversized the tabs, since I figured it would be easier to sand them down than build them up.

Those came out great! Way to go on helping a member out.

Happy 2024!

[Uxi]

Taking down Gamlin VF-22S for the clear Yamato stand (think it came with YF-21) but looks like the lock piece must have disappeared or popped off.  Anyone know of a replacement?  

[Jasonc]

On 1/24/2023 at 10:36 PM, 505thAirborne said:

Haven't seen one before but I'll do you one better by suggesting somebody design an all new VF-1D conversion kit for the Yamato 1/48's.

Now that'd be a decent size project. I always steered away from the 1/48 Yamatos for odd reasons, but I wonder how many would be interested in that since the DX is about the same size, and kinda fits that role. 

BTW, @505thAirborne, is that Eunha in your avatar pic? If so, she is, IMO, one of the top 5 most beautiful women in the world. Just thought I'd throw that out there.

[505thAirborne]

1 hour ago, Jasonc said:

Now that'd be a decent size project. I always steered away from the 1/48 Yamatos for odd reasons, but I wonder how many would be interested in that since the DX is about the same size, and kinda fits that role. 

BTW, @505thAirborne, is that Eunha in your avatar pic? If so, she is, IMO, one of the top 5 most beautiful women in the world. Just thought I'd throw that out there.

That is the one, the only real-life Galactic Fairy, Eunha of Gfriend & VIVIZ.   (Special shout out to Isa of STAYC, she's in my top 5.) 

As for the idea of a new 1/48 VF-1D conversion kit, I have a DX VF-1D and despite all that the Bandai toy offers, I still prefer the Yamato 1/48 for Fighter mode. I'd happily keep my DX in Gerwalk or Battroid but strictly keep the Yamato in fighter. 

[rsvictor1976]

Since Shapeways went out of business, is there an alternate site/method to getting those replacements shoulders for the 1/60 Yamatos?

[no3Ljm]

16 hours ago, rsvictor1976 said:

Since Shapeways went out of business, is there an alternate site/method to getting those replacements shoulders for the 1/60 Yamatos?

Out of business? I can still see Veef's shoulder hinge it on my browser.

https://www.shapeways.com/product/DV3KRQCTN/kanzen-henkei-1-60-scale-fighter-variable-hinge?optionId=3675956

Edited August 5 by no3Ljm

[vt102]

16 hours ago, rsvictor1976 said:

Since Shapeways went out of business, is there an alternate site/method to getting those replacements shoulders for the 1/60 Yamatos?

The site is still showing available to buy?

https://www.shapeways.com/product/DV3KRQCTN/kanzen-henkei-1-60-scale-fighter-variable-hinge?optionId=3675956

Edited August 5 by vt102
Added link

[rsvictor1976]

4 hours ago, vt102 said:

The site is still showing available to buy?

https://www.shapeways.com/product/DV3KRQCTN/kanzen-henkei-1-60-scale-fighter-variable-hinge?optionId=3675956

 

4 hours ago, no3Ljm said:

Out of business? I can still see Veef's shoulder hinge it on my browser.

https://www.shapeways.com/product/DV3KRQCTN/kanzen-henkei-1-60-scale-fighter-variable-hinge?optionId=3675956

I wouldn't buy anything from their site right now... the bankruptcy happened fairly recently so there's no telling if they'll be able to fulfill your order or even offer a refund. The site is probably still up because their web hosting service hasn't expired yet. 

 

https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/latest-additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/shapeways-ceases-operations-and-files-for-bankruptcy/

 

https://www.cgchannel.com/2024/07/3d-printing-firm-shapeways-files-for-bankruptcy/

 

https://3dprint.com/311136/shapeways-executives-resign-as-3d-printing-service-files-for-bankruptcy/

Edited August 6 by rsvictor1976

[no3Ljm]

7 minutes ago, rsvictor1976 said:

I wouldn't buy anything from their site right now... the bankruptcy happened fairly recently so there's no telling if they'll be able to fulfill your order or even offer a refund. The site is probably still up because their web hosting service hasn't expired yet. 

 

https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/latest-additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/shapeways-ceases-operations-and-files-for-bankruptcy/

 

https://www.cgchannel.com/2024/07/3d-printing-firm-shapeways-files-for-bankruptcy/

 

https://3dprint.com/311136/shapeways-executives-resign-as-3d-printing-service-files-for-bankruptcy/

Thanks for the news. I didn't know about this.