Model kit, clip joint, loose

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  1. Andratron

    Andratron Andurz

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    So I`m not sure this is the right place for this/I'm pretty sure it isn't, but I couldn't figure out where else to put it so...whatever.

    I've gotten into those Bandai Sprukits lately after getting the DKR Batman and simply being blown away by the Batman. So I've come up with a TF custom I want to do with them, for which I'll be using the Master Chief version, but Am having a slight problem with it.

    The left elbow joint is completely floppy on my MC. I think it's because I tried to take it apart, because I was able to with my Batman, and wasn't able to. Ever since then it's been super loose.

    While I know the tricks for balljoints: floor/nail polish, crazy glue, little pieces of plastic, but not so sure how to tighten this kind.

    I attached a couple pictures of the joint, hoping someone has some ideas on how I can fix it, because it's really annoying.
     

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  2. TM2 Dinobot

    TM2 Dinobot closet otaku

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    Super glue ail polish is the simpliest. Future Finish would work the best. Whatever you use, be sure to let it cure fully.
     
  3. Rexidus

    Rexidus Autobot

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    Yeah floor polish works on those type of joints as well.
     
  4. vatarian

    vatarian Archentrope, Black Needle, Suzerain of Metabolisms

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    Out of curiousity, how good is his articulation?
     
  5. SideswipePrime1

    SideswipePrime1 Flooded in plastic.

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    His articulation is fantastic! It's much better than what McFarlane gave us in the Halo 4 line.
     
  6. Andratron

    Andratron Andurz

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    Master chief is really good. The only real downfalls are his sculpt occasionally getting in the way, and the fact that none of these guys have real thigh swivels. But Batman is AMAZING! Possibly one of the most articulated toys I own, such a fantastic surprise!
     
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    JackKnife Well-Known Member

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    Huh, maybe I should pick this kit up and add some ball swivels and whatnot...
     
  8. Andratron

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    Hey, thanks for the advice everyone. Turns out though that I actually managed to break one of the tiny interal pegs while trying to take to take it apart, and that`s why it`s super floppy now. Luckily I already plan on getting another one of these guys, and that he won`t need his arms for too long!...spoiler warning...
     
  9. Jerrymiru

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    I picked up the Batman one a little while ago and was REALLY surprised on how good he is. Only complaints are the lack of eyes and the paper "cape". Both were easy fixes though. Not bad for around 20 bucks. :D 

    But yeah, this would be in the creative threaf I believe.
     
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    Superquad7 OCP Police Crime Prevention Unit 001 Super Content Contributor

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    Creative General Discussion is your "think tank." Also, there are several help threads on this topic there :)