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Post by mechaboy1 on Aug 11, 2006 22:33:31 GMT -5
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Post by Getterteam on Aug 11, 2006 23:01:05 GMT -5
Whouahou ! nice job Mechaboy1 ! i like it !
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Post by mechaboy1 on Aug 12, 2006 10:35:52 GMT -5
Thanks Getterteam, I can't wait to paint his tiger striped speedo  ;D. I'm also working on the Pandokogan from the first episode, but its taking longer because it requires more fabricaton. |
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Post by mojacko on Aug 12, 2006 19:09:45 GMT -5
nice...wat did u use for the armor???
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Post by mechaboy1 on Aug 12, 2006 23:53:11 GMT -5
For the armor I used Tamiya Epoxy sculpting putty. It bonds really well and it's really strong. I also used it for the head and hair. For the body and legs I used Squadron putty because it's easy to shape and sand. The body had to be cut in three places with a Dremel and widened. I had to do some cutting and shaping to the waist as well. The hoop was made from a coat hanger and pieces of styrene. I'm debating wether or not to add fire around the hoop like in the series. The figure looks more impressive in person. Thanks for the replies guys, I'll try to finish it and post more pics. I've been really busy at work.
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Post by Kuro Kishi on Aug 13, 2006 7:46:49 GMT -5
Hey mechaboy1 did u use a Marmit Devilman figure for some of the parts? It looks really good!
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Post by mechaboy1 on Aug 13, 2006 17:51:08 GMT -5
Yes CHOGOv9 the Marmit Devilman has pretty good articulation and it's diecast so I decided to use it. Originally I was going to use a Marvel Wolverine, but I felt the Devilman would work better because of it's robot /human feel.
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Post by mechaboy1 on Aug 13, 2006 23:16:16 GMT -5
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Post by magengar on Dec 25, 2006 22:56:04 GMT -5
Hey, at first glance of your Lightning Saintan figure, I thought
it was LIFE-SIZE (6')... that's Very impressive work you're doing here!
I also like your Pandokogan figure, it's my favorite style of mecha
(the classic '70s super-robot look).
I'm looking at the Pando's knee joint... is that a Socket-wrench joint?
If so, That is Very CLEVER!!!!!
Damn, you folks are talented/skilled True GENIUSES here!!!!
I wish I had known about this website a long time ago!
zozo-Magengar
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Post by update on Feb 5, 2007 17:05:26 GMT -5
Hi Guys, I haven't posted in a while due to my work schedule. I was finally able to start on the priming and blocking. Here is what I've done so far. Little more sculpting left on the chest and toes. Last will probably be the spikes on the outer forearms. Thanks Mechaboy1 i105.photobucket.com/albums/m221/Mechaboy1/IMG_0088.jpg |
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Post by mechaboy1 on Feb 5, 2007 17:16:11 GMT -5
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Post by mechaboy1 on Feb 7, 2007 22:54:10 GMT -5
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Post by magengar on Feb 8, 2007 3:29:40 GMT -5
Absolutely SUPERB! You handle the
paintjobs Very Nicely, too!
zozo-Magengar
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Post by mechaboy1 on Feb 8, 2007 13:58:20 GMT -5
Thanks Magenger, I enjoy painting, I don't like the prep sanding. I often stop working on one project and start on another. I have some figures completed and others stored in boxes.
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Post by mechaboy1 on Feb 16, 2007 19:46:49 GMT -5
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Post by magengar on Feb 16, 2007 23:25:57 GMT -5
DuuuUUuuude! Your WIP is coming along Awesome!!! Hey, what material did you use for those forearm spikes? I'd like to modify this hard-plastic 12" action-figure into an Inframan...  It already has a built-in speaker inside his chest that makes metallic sound-effects. Again, Great work there!  zozo-Magengar *^__^* |
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Post by mechaboy1 on Feb 17, 2007 15:50:20 GMT -5
Thanks Megangar
For the antenas I would either use skinny model airplane missles, role and shape some with tamiya sculpting putty after it is somewhat dry and not sticky or get a model sprue heat it up and stretch
it out you might have to pratice it a few times. If the Antenas aren't cone shaped you could also use brass tubbing fron the local hobby/ hardware store, threading rods, or thick wire.
mechaboy1
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Post by magengar on Feb 17, 2007 15:59:46 GMT -5
Hey Thanks for the advice, mechaboy. I'll try it and post results soon as I get started on that project. I'm gathering materials beforehand so I have everything I'll need.  zozo-Magengar Thanks Megangar For the antenas I would either use skinny model airplane missles, role and shape some with tamiya sculpting putty after it is somewhat dry and not sticky or get a model sprue heat it up and stretch it out you might have to pratice it a few times. If the Antenas aren't cone shaped you could also use brass tubbing fron the local hobby/ hardware store, threading rods, or thick wire. mechaboy1 |
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Post by magengar on Feb 17, 2007 23:59:53 GMT -5
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Post by mechaboy1 on Feb 18, 2007 1:22:48 GMT -5
Thanks meganger, I have really never casted anything before. I usually buy an original or bootleg and use it for customizing. I have a whole list of robots I want to customize so casting does sound like a good idea. What actually helps me scratch build and customize my robots is my tools. I spent alot of money on them, whenever I find a tool that could benefit what I'm working on I buy it, I'm addicted. If you are starting with hard plastics I recomend a Dremel and multiple bits that can be purchased in a kit at the 98 cents store or Home Depot. buy a tool chest with lots of drawers for organizing your tools. Up date us on your figure, another type of figure that might work for your project are the old power ranger figures.
Mechaboy1
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