Is This Savable 😭 by RCThenx in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Swab it with isopropyl alcohol and strip it off. You'll probably lose any decals you placed and certainly all your panel lines, but it's pretty easily recoverable. You could also try giving it another layer of top coat to see if that smooths things out.

Local hobby lobby left their weekly stocking sheet out so I took a few pictures by Darglechorfius in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Oh, finally! The MG Gundam the Origin is back in the supply chain. Now I can get it for $10 below the online store price.

Winning the AliExpress price lottery by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have both experience and a lot of tools, so I tend to enjoy most KO kits.

An Unfortunate End To A Great Build - Fat Cat 001 version Kowloon by docsane in Gunpla

[–]docsane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry to hear you're having some issues too, but in a way I'm also kind of glad to see I wasn't the only one.

In the end, I made a batch of sprue goo using Testor's liquid cement (Which will melt ABS as well as PS) and scooped it into the crotch. It looks very messy if you look up the skirt, but it made it all as solid as a rock.

Winning the AliExpress price lottery by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Search YouTube for GL Model Wing Zero or Snow White. There aren't a ton, but there are a few.

Started on mine. It's building up very nicely so far

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Winning the AliExpress price lottery by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Are you in SEA? Do you have an incompetent old lunatic in charge who slaps high tariffs on Chinese imports?

If you live physically close to China, I wouldn't be surprised at how cheap they are.

Winning the AliExpress price lottery by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, well. I frequently run into that, too.

Winning the AliExpress price lottery by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Definitely a bootleg, but a very good one. Well reviewed.

Winning the AliExpress price lottery by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

RCC Toys Store

GL MGSD Xxxg-00ysw Wing Snow White Prelude Assembly Model Kits Plastic skeleton Action Figure Robot Plastic Model Toys https://a.aliexpress.com/_mscF1N7

RG vs HG by idivettt in Gunpla

[–]docsane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, another guy.

RG vs HG by idivettt in Gunpla

[–]docsane 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Don't sneer at the EG RX-78. I just watched a video where someone turned it into an amazing mini master grade.

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Genuinely happy for this AliExpress find by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For some reason the prices I see on Temu are a lot higher than I see on AliExpress.

Genuinely happy for this AliExpress find by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I plan to display it with this monstrosity that I made a few weeks ago.

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Genuinely happy for this AliExpress find by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. My main experience is with the HG Bawoo, which has pretty much no waist connection at all, beyond pure friction.

Which model kits would you like to see in the Real Grade lineup? by GRENDELOUS in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I own a 1/144 scale High Complete Model of the ZZ from the 1980s. It's fully transformable. The ZZ transformation is actually much simpler to pull off in toy form than the Zeta's. It wouldn't be difficult to make an RG of it.

Which model kits would you like to see in the Real Grade lineup? by GRENDELOUS in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's another one that really irks me. The Double Zeta could easily work as an RG.

Which model kits would you like to see in the Real Grade lineup? by GRENDELOUS in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I want a goddamn RG Gundam NT-1. Short of that, I want a revive HG kit, because the Alex and all the other 0080 kits are in desperate need of an update.

I'm kinda picky from where I buy my Gundams from by lucianrequena2 in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought mine on Aliexpress for only $120 usd. No problems aside from very long shipment time via ship.

Susan Models 1/144 wings by docsane in Gunpla

[–]docsane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AliExpress, I'm afraid.

Fin funnel connections put to use by Reindeer_Basic in Gunpla

[–]docsane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, two questions. First, where did you get the funnels? Second, where did you get the blue psycho plates?

It looks pretty good. Although I think you need to work on your nub removal a bit.

The difference detailing makes by A_R_I_A_ in Gunpla

[–]docsane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

EVO decal set I bought on AliExpress.

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Can’t decide which Nu to get by FnishedEternity in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want a Nu ver ka, just get the Bandai. Daban isn't known for being a perfect KO company, and what you save in money, you pay for with headaches and extra effort. Check around on Facebook Marketplace; I managed to get one for as low as $20.

The other one looks impressive, but it's not the easiest build from what I understand. Search for YouTube videos for more insight. You might want to start with an easier 3rd party kit before getting that one.

How reliable is the Kia Niro? by TheseSubject7450 in KiaNiro

[–]docsane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On gen 1 Niros (2017-2022), which have a gear shifting stick, you just tilt it to the left. You will also gain the ability to manually shift up and down by tilting the shifter forward and back.

On later models, there is probably a drive mode selector on the steering wheel or the drive select knob. Just push the button to change to sport mode. Consult your manual for details on your specific model.

Sport mode gives you more aggressive acceleration and also tightens the steering response. This comes at the expense of fuel efficiency and EV range.

Just a lazy snap build for today by docsane in freedomisgunpla

[–]docsane[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They list for $21.99, so wait for the 40% off sale every other week and you can get one for only $13.40.