The Transformers Kabaya Kits Appreciation Thread!

Discussion in 'Transformers Toy Discussion' started by unicron nemesis, Dec 16, 2012.

  1. C.I.A.D.

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    Well, I'm finally on the Kabaya train. Ordered Fort Max from Captured Prey on Monday. Can't wait for him to arrive. Seeing these pics makes my mouth water even more!
     
  2. Stubot

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    good purchase.

    he's a kit build. as if you didn't already know that.

    the stickers for Powerglide & Windcharger can be a pain in the arse to apply. because they're so tiny
     
  3. Aberration

    Aberration Templar Rodimus

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    I recommend using tweezers or a toothpick to hold the stickers while trying to position them. It gives you a little more control, and less of the sticker will be touching the tool than if it was on your finger (if that makes any sense).
     
  4. ChaosLordX

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    Those protectobots look nice im hoping they make other combiners
     
  5. Dansproject

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    Really looking forward to receiving my Fort Max. I'll never have the room for a proper one, so the little chap can go with my WSTs.
     
  6. C.I.A.D.

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    Thanks for the advice! I'll definitely be careful. I'm super OCD when it comes to my label placement. >.>

    Same here. The Wife saw I had pre-ordered the other Fort Max and quickly gave me the DAFUQ look. This lil guy will be good enough for now. Plus, he looks like awesome desk kibble.
     
  7. Maz

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    I hope you guys don't mind some vintage Kabaya pics?

    Huffer, Windcharger and Brawn:

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    In the last 2 pictures you can also see the Takara Seven kits for Windcharger ("Charger") and Brawn-as-Bumblebee ("Gong"). Are the Seven kits ok for this thread? Got a few more pics I can share...

    All the best
    Maz
     
  8. Powersa

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    Kabaya G1 Convoy w/ THS trailer

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  9. soybean56

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    Is Deathsaurus worth it? Looks kind of neat. Can anyone tell me how Kabaya TF kits relate to Power Rangers/Super Sentai candy toy kits?
     
  10. edgs2099

    edgs2099 Optimistically realistic. Moderator

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    I really like Defensor, how is the plastic on these little dudes? It looks good, but they're pretty small.
     
  11. unicron nemesis

    unicron nemesis Collector + Photographer

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    Fort Max's definitely a worthwhile purchase. You won't regret it!

    Here's some pics of Deszaras to help some of you decide

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    Anime accurate wings!
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  12. SydneyY

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    Very nice thread with lots of gorgeous photos! I'm afraid my most treasured kabaya kits aren't transformable ones - Car Robo Brothers - but all the pics make me want to pick up some newer ones :) 
     
  13. C.I.A.D.

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    Well guys, my Fort Max should be waiting for me today when I get home! I'm uber excited!

    Any recommendations on what my next Kabaya set should be?
     
  14. bigkid24

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    That looks surprisingly really good.
     
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    I never got any Kabaya Kits so I figured I would try them out with Fort Max and the Zone series. Overall, I like them and it was fun putting them together.

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    I like deathsaurus...who do u guys pick these up from? So the newer ones transform and older dont?
     
  17. bigkid24

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    As far as I know they all transform but they are partsformers.
     
  18. unicron nemesis

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    bigkid24 is right. I think most, if not all, of the new Kabaya figures are trans/partsformers. Still fun nevertheless
     
  19. GiganGoji

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    I got the WFC Optimus one of these at my local collectables shop. I like the alt mode better than the robot mold (and I had forgotten that these were parts formers) so in vehicle mode it stays!

    If anyone is looking for the Deathzaurus chest piece little guy (I don't know its name), let me know! He's a fun little guy, but I don't plan on getting the full set.
     
  20. KaguyaHouraisan

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    I have the new fort max kit. It's intresting how it's actually bigger than prime deluxes.