WIP Accurate Powered Up Optimus Prime

Smarch · 07-05-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Optronix_prime

Thanks for the model link, I might just go that route so I don't have to buy two Jetfires, but I still want the chest gaurds that Jetfire comes with, Jetfire shouldnt be so bad without those if i strip them from 'em

if you mean the waist/stomach guard that wraps around prime its totally useless for jetfire. hangs behind him in robot mode and pretty much becomes a pain in the ass to fit together in jet mode

Optronix_prime · 07-05-2009, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by REDLINE

this project is sweet, and it looks like it's coming along great! On a less happy note, I wanted to let you know that you need to attach ALL of your project images to the thread. The requirement that prevents you from posting the thread with zero attachments isn't there so you can just upload one single photo, and then link to an off-site source for the rest.

Any reason for that? I just only upload one so It doesn't take me an hour to post a thread. but I guess I'll upload them all from now on.

Sioce · 07-05-2009, 01:21 AM

Looking great man.
The feet will be plenty big enough, just add some kibble to make them broader and you're golden.
Personally I would go with a SR-71 model kit as you already have the turbines handled.
$50 for basic kibble and wings is a bit pricey...especially if you actually want a JF figure to display, then you're at $100.
Good luck. You're making me want to make a movie accurate PU Prime myself.

IF_IR_IE_IE_ID · 07-05-2009, 01:44 AM

in the words of some fast food restaurant (forgot name) "Im lovin' it!"

Optronix_prime · 07-05-2009, 03:58 PM

Hey guys, what do you think would be closer in scale

this 1/48 scale Blackbird
SR-71 Blackbird 1/48 Kit Models and Kits

Or this 1/72

SR-71A Blackbird 1/72 Kit Models and Kits

I'm guessing the 1/48 will be too big, but who knows, maybe it's perfect, I just don't want to get one and the shoulderpads and wings be too small or too big.

frenzy_rumble · 07-05-2009, 04:36 PM

I got a revell model kit for this purpose as well. I plan to build a non-transforming "accurate" version as well. It's a 1:72 scale blackbird, slightly smaller than Leader Jetfire, will work well.

Sioce · 07-05-2009, 04:38 PM

I'm looking at the 1/48th scale myself.
The engine are out of scale with the nose in the concept art.
But the 1/32 anakin's podracer model has 7 inch engines...perfect. Or close enough.

The model kit is just going to be cut into little black pieces anyway.
I went through my storage toys for kitbashing supplies...Old Spawn figures are going to look amazing on this.

I am going to make it so the power up parts can all be removed. So I don't have to buy an extra prime.

Optronix_prime · 07-05-2009, 06:07 PM

I had to cut my podracer turbines, they were a bit too long, I cut about 2 inches off.

Thanks for the advice FR I'm sure yours will be super amazing.

Optronix_prime · 07-06-2009, 08:53 PM

Bump for the update

AND SORRY FOR THE HUUUGE pictures, didnt know how big they were till it was too late!.

Optronix_prime · 07-06-2009, 09:49 PM

Fixed the giaganto pics