Transform Element TE-01 (Optimus Prime)

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  1. transformer_78

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    Thank you sir! That’s mighty kind of you :) 

    V2 is coming, sorry for the delay upon delay.....tolerance for the swivel part are tricky when it’s so tiny. Had to do further adjustments for a better print :) . Im hoping the batch that’s coming will be the one.
     
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    V2?! Seriously, how can it be any better? I mean I already have your neck on both my TE-01s, but if you've managed to improve perfection, I'll give it a shot.
     
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  3. transformer_78

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    V2 adds side-to-side.
    I have been working on getting the print tolerance right.

    The one in the link/video below reflects
    An early version, but modified to make it work.

    Transform Element TE-01 (Optimus Prime)
     
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    Any update on availability for the window inserts? I'd like to pick up 2 of those and another neck adapter.
     
  5. transformer_78

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    Working on it.... I got a recent batch... but they don’t look great. It’s printing messing and not as clean detail as I would like as a final product. So still trouble shooting unfortunately.

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  6. Snaku

    Snaku Primes Don't Party

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    The new neck design is great. I wish every MP figure came with a similar design: you get the aesthetic of the swivel neck that's so much better looking than a ball joint but without losing the side to side movement.

    I'm guessing the extrusion multiplier is set too high. Looks like too much plastic is getting squeezed out and there's a texture where it looks like the nozzle dragged over the plastic. Also retraction looks a bit low - lots of stringing everywhere and a few blobs.
     
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    Yup. This thread is all excitement and disappointment. It's the emotional roller coaster of TFW2005
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  8. transformer_78

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    Transform Element TE-01 (Optimus Prime)

    *V2 Extended Necks and
    Chest Inserts Set (Movie Version)
    are now available
    . Please PM if you are interested.

    V2 Extended Neck:
    Same as V1 but with side-to-side swivel, two pieces. See video demo.

    Necks are $6.50 USD + $5.60 for US shipping.


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    *Install/remove video:
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    Chest Insert Set - Movie Version:
    Chest insert, Set includes 2x prints (left & right side)

    They slot in (pressure fit) at the end of the windows (no adhesive required). Design to incorporate a window cover of your choice. See video demo.

    *Install: click on picture below
    make sure to press the insert (middle area - red arrows) towards the back and on the side to get a secure and flush hold. It should almost feel like it snapping in place.

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    Chest insert set are $9.00 USD + $5.60 USD for US Shipping.


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    Thank you for your interest and support
    :) 
     

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    Yes! Take my money!
     
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    Now that these are public, here's a quick snapshot of the pieces printed in resin and installed in the cell shaded version of TE01. Someday I'll be repainting his matrix chamber (so weird that they still used the metallic paint for the blue and gold parts. The matrix is still metallic with a clear crystal too) and the inside on his chest in the cell shaded style along with the inserts but for now I have too many other irons in the fire.
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    Wow, I wasn’t excepting this but first batch of chest insert already all sold out!
    If there’s still interested let me know for a 2nd batch. Thanks
     
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    I’m interested in both the V2 extended neck and the chest inserts. :) 
     
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    Yeah, I'd love a set of chest plates and V2 neck extension.
     
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    I’m interested for both neck and chest
     
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    me as well. put me down on the list
     
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    I am interested but shipping in Europe will cost a fortune.
     
  17. transformer_78

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    Yes unfortunately, $$ depends on your location. Do you have access to a 3D printer? STL file for the chest insert is free as mentioned in previous post. Just PM me an email address.
     
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    Nope, I have tried several people that were ready to do it for me, and then, as every french people, they just don't give any news and basically make you forget they even exist... That's cause they won't earn enough from doing it for you...
     
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    Crap, I'll print it for you if you pay the postage. PM me.

    Anyone know what a small padded package would cost from Texas to France?
     
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    PMd on files for the v2 neck and chest fillers. Are they available on any of the 3d file sites, for sale or free? You should put them on one, it's easy and would be a lot simpler than answering a hundred PMs.
     
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