Heavy/Scratch: Fansproject/ROTF Bruticus Brawl Upgrade kit (WIP)

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  1. zoso1900

    zoso1900 Well-Known Member

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    Final update can be found here http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/radicons-customs/981574-fansproject-rotf-bruticus-brawl-upgrade-kit-wip-16.html#post12630113

    The set is currently broken down into 5 different sets to reduce the overall price. Each part can be found on my Shapeways store:

    Bennington Bots

    or at the individual links below:

    Brawl - Legs
    Brawl - Chest
    Brawl - Back
    Brawl - Arms
    Brawl - Head


    This set does required 9 additional M2x6MM screws that are not included in the existing figure. I tried many different configurations but I could not find one that gave me the results that I was looking for. You can purchase the screws at the following link: M2x6MM Screws or you can send me a PM on here, through Shapeways or my Bennington Bots Facebook page. Please just send me your name, address, order date and Shapeways user name so I can make sure I do not miss anyone.

    Over the next few days I will be completing all of the instruction sheets. There will be one for assemble, transformation and installation. Once these are completed I will update this page and my Facebook.

    Please note: as with all Shapeways orders, some joints may need to be tighten using nail polish, superglue or furniture polish.


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    Bennington Bots ROTF Brawl update transformation.

    So here is an update with pics.

    Things that changed in Version 2:
    Cannon is larger dia.
    all joints are tighter.
    Turret connection adjusted to be tighter
    legs are feet completely redesigned
    ankle tilt and heel support added
    details enhanced

    Made a few more adjustments this weekend and order placed, should be the last round of test parts before production starts.

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    Back with my latest upgrade kit. This time I produced a major redesign for FP/ROTF Brawl. This upgrade kit includes a proper turret, new head, new tank treads that will turn into his arms and feet (no more duck feet) and also eliminates the back kibble. I worked on the design for a few months and it went through multiple ideas and lots of retooling to get everything to workout the way I wanted. The core body and legs are from the original figure, everything else will be new parts. There will be screws and pins needed to hold everything together. These are the first round of test parts and I'm super happy with the way everything turned out. I am going to adjust a few parts, make some walls thicker and adjust clearance but that is just standard procedure. As of right now this will not be available on my shapeways shop but will be cast in resin and sold directly through me, more info will come once I have the design worked out. Please note, shapeways only sent me one elbow. Take a look and let me know what you guys think.

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  2. Brunkion76

    Brunkion76 HE>i

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    Thats pretty tight, consider this bookmarked!
     
  3. echotransformer

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    Awesome work, I'd love to upgrade mine with this set!
     
  4. ARCTrooperAlpha

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  5. knockoff

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    Awesome job. Heavy treads across the fandom just breathed a collective sigh of relief :) 

    KO
     
  6. Rexidus

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    Yup this is all kinds of awesome. Would you be providing the pins?
     
  7. Dark Skull

    Dark Skull Well-Known Enabler Moderator

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    Would we have to paint these up ourselves?
     
  8. justdd

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    Holy crap. That's super impressive. I love that it makes him taller in bot mode, but the same in leg mode.
     
  9. Dr. Killinger

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    Wow really nice, can't wait until it's mass produced becuase I will be picking one up for sure!
     
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    Sweet. Can u do the bruticus chest shield next. Seems like the other ones are not gonna be produced
     
  12. GaussGunner

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    Awesome worwk, keep it up!)
     
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    looking forward to seeing the finished product! I would love to get my hands on this, amazing job!
     
  14. coinilius

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    Wow this is looking incredible - It completely transforms the original mold! I've been using a Heavy Tread as a stand in Brawl, but can't wait to see what else you do with this!

    Now we just need an upgrade kit for Vortex as well... :p 
     
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    Awesome.
     
  16. zoso1900

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    Thanks!

    Thanks!

    Thank!

    Thanks! Pins would be included, the plan is for this to be sold as an easy remove a few screws and pop it on kit. It will be shipping fully assembled.

    The plan is to offer this already colored and as an uncolored version. I am going to use color resin to all of the parts. After casting I will paint what other pieces that are needed.

    Thanks!

    Thanks!

    Thanks!

    Thanks! I have a plan on doing some other upgrades as well but it really depends on how well the final Brawl turns out. Be sure to know that I will keep everyone updated!

    Thanks!

    Thanks!

    Thanks! Along with some other parts, Vortex will be on my list of upgrades. I will keep everyone informed.

    Thanks!

    And to everyone, thank you all for the positive words. I was on the fence about doing this project at first, but I am super glad that I did. Once I have my next round of test parts I will update once again.
     
  17. cuters

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    Nice sign me up for a set.
     
  18. destrongerlupus

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    Lovely design work here!
     
  19. zoso1900

    zoso1900 Well-Known Member

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    Thanks!

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  20. reluttr

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    Are the black guns securely mounted on the tank mode? It looks rather impressive with them, but I dont see how they mount on there. :S