Model Kits Gundam & Mecha modelling thread V33, Gunpla builders assemble!
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 Apr 8 2014, 02:37 PM
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There's something that's been bothering me; I got into kit bashing and painting, but the prep, especially for painting takes so long and I don't enjoy it. Meanwhile I always get "itchy fingers" and want to snap things together. What do you guys do in this case?
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Apr 8 2014, 02:46 PM
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QUOTE(Cactite @ Apr 8 2014, 02:37 PM) There's something that's been bothering me; I got into kit bashing and painting, but the prep, especially for painting takes so long and I don't enjoy it. Meanwhile I always get "itchy fingers" and want to snap things together. What do you guys do in this case? Just be snap-fitters like me la.   I'm not even put decal (planning to put decal after painting the kits but it still just a plan since 2009).  This post has been edited by afsarudy: Apr 8 2014, 02:47 PM |
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Apr 8 2014, 03:04 PM
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598 posts Joined: Aug 2012 From: KL
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QUOTE(TheAdmiral @ Apr 8 2014, 02:28 PM) MG RX78-2 OYW - kinda hard to get 1 now. THX BRO!!!! nice link and explainationMG Wing Proto Zero - not too bad but a newbie should avoid any transformation kit no matter how easy it is. MG Deathscythe EW - arm connector abit short, quite loose. May frustrate newbie when posing. MG Zeta - OH GOD NO unless u r a masochist and enjoy being tortured. the rest is fine for an introductory kit. Physical shop: Gamers Arena - BTS IT Toys - BTS Fantasy Toys - Lowyat Plaza Online: just search lowyat trade zone for best price. Use tytroum as guide. look around for cheap price, look at the replies and reputation. tytroum is among the most reputable seller and his packaging is top notch. online is the preferred method for me, its much more convenient. |
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Apr 8 2014, 03:14 PM
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7 posts Joined: Nov 2006 From: KL, Malaysia
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QUOTE(RoofTopPrince @ Apr 8 2014, 03:04 PM) THX BRO!!!! nice link and explaination The suggestions are very valid, but it balls down to your own preference  which Gundam series have you watch and which do you like?Of all the available MG, I personally would recommend RX-78-2 OYW (One Year War) version. |
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Apr 8 2014, 03:27 PM
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Be snap fitter is fine, but when I look at an unpainted kit I will always think: What would it be like if I painted... except Bearguy III, that kit is too perfect.
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Apr 8 2014, 05:00 PM
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QUOTE(RoofTopPrince @ Apr 8 2014, 03:04 PM) THX BRO!!!! nice link and explaination If you don't mind a grunt unit, MG Jesta will definitely serve you well  |
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Apr 8 2014, 05:14 PM
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16 posts Joined: Dec 2011 From: Perak
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Do i seeing this right ?
  QUOTE(Cactite @ Apr 8 2014, 02:37 PM) There's something that's been bothering me; I got into kit bashing and painting, but the prep, especially for painting takes so long and I don't enjoy it. Meanwhile I always get "itchy fingers" and want to snap things together. What do you guys do in this case? Either resist the urge, go through it or just do other kit in my case since i have an OCD to paint everything which certainly not good to my wallet.  Speaking of which here almost done Modified Skygrasper.  This post has been edited by Khai62: Apr 8 2014, 05:15 PM |
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Apr 8 2014, 05:18 PM
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all sifu, if i wan hantam a AB set, any recommend ? some fren told me import from Taobao, the price is cheaper for the air compressor , just wan find a better gun for it..
any suggestion ?? ( dun so exp , just a poor kaki but died hard fans for gunpla ) |
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Apr 8 2014, 05:19 PM
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1,255 posts Joined: Nov 2006
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QUOTE(TheAdmiral @ Apr 8 2014, 02:37 PM) still a big no. Transformable and newbie dont mix well together, like adding caviar to bugger ramli. caviar?! ewww....i'd take ramli burger any day.  This post has been edited by zeroglyph: Apr 8 2014, 05:20 PM |
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Apr 8 2014, 05:21 PM
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QUOTE(Cactite @ Apr 8 2014, 02:37 PM) There's something that's been bothering me; I got into kit bashing and painting, but the prep, especially for painting takes so long and I don't enjoy it. Meanwhile I always get "itchy fingers" and want to snap things together. What do you guys do in this case? If you don't enjoy it, why force yourself?  |
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Apr 8 2014, 05:21 PM
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I like final result, middle is too long for me, no patience haha. I guess I can do other kit in middle of bigger projects....
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Apr 8 2014, 05:59 PM
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QUOTE(Cactite @ Apr 8 2014, 05:21 PM) I like final result, middle is too long for me, no patience haha. I guess I can do other kit in middle of bigger projects.... i feel you bro.i hate the process of removing nips and sanding cause it takes too long.however i do enjoy ab. |
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Apr 8 2014, 06:10 PM
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QUOTE(TheAdmiral @ Apr 8 2014, 02:37 PM) still a big no. Transformable and newbie dont mix well together, like adding caviar to bugger ramli. now this i would like to try  This post has been edited by gaiachronicler: Apr 8 2014, 06:11 PM |
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Apr 8 2014, 06:24 PM
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QUOTE(dopeycheese @ Apr 8 2014, 12:20 AM) so if i wanna order just one sheet they gotta ship it here? how do u guys do this? email samuel to ask for which decals u wantpayment by paypal n dont worry about shipping, posting a sheet of paper ain't gonna cost a bomb  QUOTE(RoofTopPrince @ Apr 8 2014, 01:29 PM) Hi there, i'm really interested to build gunpla any recommended set for newbies? MG RX-78-2 2.0 is definitely one of the easiest kit out there with awesome tech  QUOTE(nazrul90 @ Apr 8 2014, 02:32 PM) lol I suppose to type MG Zeta 2.0 great tech doesn't mean easy, nor not fragile It is a great kit for 2.0 gunpla tech  QUOTE(:3mushy:3 @ Apr 8 2014, 05:00 PM) If you don't mind a grunt unit, MG Jesta will definitely serve you well easy build but awesome kit QUOTE(verdangilte @ Apr 8 2014, 05:18 PM) all sifu, if i wan hantam a AB set, any recommend ? some fren told me import from Taobao, the price is cheaper for the air compressor , just wan find a better gun for it.. most of the time the shipping cost gonna kill u lolany suggestion ?? ( dun so exp , just a poor kaki but died hard fans for gunpla ) u can buy from local sellers too, the main point is to look for China made compressor & AB, not those branded ones |
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Apr 8 2014, 09:25 PM
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QUOTE(hybr1d3d @ Apr 7 2014, 10:08 PM) Finally got my Unicorn done Nice job bro.. » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « with the unicorn n camera skill...  QUOTE(vkcy @ Apr 8 2014, 12:23 PM)  Reissue and new limited UC gundam. The clear blue look really nice!! Must resist poison..  |
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Apr 8 2014, 10:00 PM
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598 posts Joined: Aug 2012 From: KL
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QUOTE(ngcheechong @ Apr 8 2014, 03:14 PM) The suggestions are very valid, but it balls down to your own preference thx bro, if i wan to built dark matter exia is it advisable? which Gundam series have you watch and which do you like?Of all the available MG, I personally would recommend RX-78-2 OYW (One Year War) version. |
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Apr 8 2014, 10:07 PM
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QUOTE(RoofTopPrince @ Apr 8 2014, 10:00 PM) thx bro, if i wan to built dark matter exia is it advisable? u can try beginning gundam...since its much more easy.. |
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Apr 8 2014, 10:11 PM
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QUOTE(General_Nic @ Apr 8 2014, 06:24 PM) email samuel to ask for which decals u want hmm..so far i go through garage sales..some of it cost at least 200 ++ .. payment by paypal n dont worry about shipping, posting a sheet of paper ain't gonna cost a bomb MG RX-78-2 2.0 is definitely one of the easiest kit out there with awesome tech great tech doesn't mean easy, nor not fragile easy build but awesome kit most of the time the shipping cost gonna kill u lol u can buy from local sellers too, the main point is to look for China made compressor & AB, not those branded ones  |
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Apr 8 2014, 10:30 PM
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QUOTE(verdangilte @ Apr 8 2014, 10:11 PM) hmm..so far i go through garage sales..some of it cost at least 200 ++ .. go mgs2u and search portable compressor + Taiwan AB kit 0.3mm this gonna cost you at least about RM180-200 if the price you still complain, consider how much you spend on this hobby VS this minimum AB set cost it wont hurt to spend a bit on tools and paints plus the good AB with compressor tank cost about RM500-700, this is affordable price for basic AB This post has been edited by nazrul90: Apr 8 2014, 10:31 PM |
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Apr 8 2014, 10:30 PM
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QUOTE(verdangilte @ Apr 8 2014, 10:11 PM) hmm..so far i go through garage sales..some of it cost at least 200 ++ .. you mean those mini/turtle compressor types? then yes it'll be cheaper from China, only downside is no warranty mini/turtle compressor + basic AB set is about RMB180, which is roughly RM100, with shipping estimate 1 kg, about rm13 I was assuming you were saying the cylinder piston type compressor, which are hefty in weight, that'll set you back a few kilos in shipping |
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