MP-43 Beast Wars Megatron

Discussion in 'Transformers News and Rumors' started by Knightsword, May 9, 2018.

  1. Atomsk

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    How prevalent are the QC issues on Megatron, now I'm worried and wondering if I should've waited for a re-release.
     
  2. Shockwave81

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    The rare crotch breakage is pretty much the main issue, with a few reports of stress marks on certain tabs being the other point of concern.

    I’ve not noticed any stress marks on my copy, and the crotch is still holding strong.

    The loose waist is another thing, but it doesn’t affect play or display in my experience.

    Try not to worry too much, just wait until you get your copy and see what you’ve got. :) 
     
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  3. lord ginrai

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    There's only been a few reports of broken crotch pieces. It's been pretty much established that this was caused by mis-assembly of the hip ratchet in the factory. It only seemed to have affected a small batch and there's been no new reports since. I wouldn't worry about QC too much tbh.
     
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  4. Atomsk

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    Thanks this is giving me some comfort! Still hoping i get a good copy!!

    For anyone thats ordered on Amazon Japan, do you get a tracking link once its been shipped? I ordered mine on Mon, Apr 22nd (expected delivery May 2nd) and so far havent seen any shipping confirmations.
     
  5. Sam

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    My only breakage is one of the bigger tabs that sit under his neck in beast mode. It was stressed right out of the box, and broke pretty fast. Bummer, but doesn't affect anything too much really. I'm worried about the other tab next to it though, it's also looking a little stressed.
     
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    Also, be careful with the thigh swivels. They are rather tight and twisting them outward can cause the separate crotch halves to flex from each other. Just take care when moving the thighs in general since they’re connected to the crotch. Other than that, I’ve had no QC issues at all. There ARE some TINY stress marks on some hinges of the back panels, but from what I’ve seen I think those are universal and they aren’t susceptible to breakage, since I’ve transformed my Megs a thousand times.
     
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  7. BWfan86

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    1.) No one knows
    2.) There is no guarantee that we are getting a reissue
    3.) If we do get a reissue, there is no guarantee that any QC or design issues will be addressed
     
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    Yes- you should get a shipping notification and tracking number once it ships
     
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  9. Atomsk

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    Damn, then the shop hasnt shipped yet, and they had some good reviews for fast shipping :rolleyes: .

    On Amazon's status page, there's 1 peg left before 'Sent', i guess they have 1 more day to meet the expected delivery for May 2nd.
     
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    so i haven't checked this thread to much but would it be a good idea to wait for a reissue that fixes some of the breaking issues some are reporting?
     
  11. BWfan86

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    You are rolling the dice either way. No guarantee that this figure will be reissued or a reissue will address the problem.
     
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  12. Sam

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    I would bet my copy of MP-43 that he will be reissued within the next 2-3 years, maximum.
     
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    I'm still trying to figure out the problem lol
     
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    Even if he is, no guarantee the crotch issue gets resolved
     
  15. Sam

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    True dat.

    Likely, but not guaranteed.
     
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    You 'should' be fine, it's been a while now and 'most' reports are positive. The issues are severe but they appear to be quite rare. However if you'd prefer to wait for an improved reissue that's totally your choice to make, just bare in mind...

    This is true however the odds of a reissue are pretty high, it's Megatron for Pete's sake!

    I would do the same but maybe not make such a large stake ;) 

    Correct again, but once again odds are this will happen. Both Primal and Cheetor received improvements to issues flagged up in their original releases.
     
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  17. Sam

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    I'm that confident ;) 

    Plus the loser would have to buy me a new fixed reissue :D 
     
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    If you said next year it would be a little more interesting. Remember MP36 had 2 runs and was reissued the next year.
     
  19. Sam

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    Yeah but that was G1 Megatron ;) 

    It took them two and a half years to reissue Primal.
     
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  20. Booster Gold

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    And that reissue appeared prompted by the release of Megatron...what future release might prompt a reissue of Megatron? Inferno maybe? Or whatever they have planned for the 25th anniversary?