Minor/Repaint: Not the TR Megatron we got, but the TR Megatron we deserve.

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  1. Neekotron, Jan 12, 2017
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    WIP. Upgraded the Fusion Cannon, which I plan to install a purple led light in. Primed and started paint tonight.

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  2. Artork312, Jan 12, 2017
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  3. King Glurch, Jan 12, 2017
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    Thinking of an Astrotrain paint touch-up? I'm just putting that idea out there...
     
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  4. Neekotron, Jan 12, 2017
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    Just a teaser. IMG_20170112_220234_edit.jpg
     
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  5. shiftypenguin, Jan 12, 2017
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    Looking good so far!
     
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  6. RobotKnight95, Jan 12, 2017
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    Ah silver paint, the savior of all grey plastic megatrons.
     
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  7. God Ginrai, Jan 12, 2017
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    "NO! NO, I ACCEPT YOUR TERMS! I ACCEPT YOURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR-"

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  8. seali_me, Jan 12, 2017
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    Keep on going!

    I want to paint mine so bad too!

    I hate a tease! damn it!
     
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  9. King Glurch, Jan 13, 2017
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    Unless it chips of completely. That has happened to a few of my toys before...

    Dinklebeeerrrrrrrrgggg!
     
  10. Neekotron, Jan 13, 2017
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    Always wash with soap and warm water, then prime before painting.
     
  11. seali_me, Jan 13, 2017
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    You know what's worse than waiting for a package?

    For paint to dry...

    Come on paint!
     
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  12. fakebusker83, Jan 13, 2017
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    Hey Neek, does the cannon mount properly in tank mode? Just curious!
     
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  13. Neekotron, Jan 13, 2017
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    Hey @fakebusker83 :)  I don't think it does, but let me double check for sure. I know that there's a 5mm port(edit: not a 5mm port either, but a hexagonal port that the grey sled portion of the official Cannon pegs into, actually resembles foot hole pegs of 3.75" gi joes) on the back of the canopy, but not the front.
     
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  14. Neekotron, Jan 13, 2017
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    Just double checked, it does not. I thought there might be a way to mount from the slot on the back end of the cannon, but there's too much in the way from the toy to attempt a connection.
     
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  15. fakebusker83, Jan 13, 2017
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    Alas :( 

    Your Megatron still looks great though! Can't wait to see the finished work.
     
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  16. Neekotron, Jan 13, 2017
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    Very much appreciate it, thanks @fakebusker83! :D 

    I would be remiss if I didn't put this idea out to you, if so inclined... but perhaps a new back section for this Cannon with its own unique attachment to the tank turret?

    Unless of course you are planning a new Cannon entirely, then count me in on that! :D 
     
  17. Neekotron, Jan 13, 2017
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    Almost done with base coats, boots are drying, pretty much just brush from here on out. Sooo shiney!

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  18. ultraman zoffy, Jan 14, 2017
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    I use Duplicolor vinyl and fabric spray paint as much as possible for projects as it dries extremely fast and is incredibly durable (thin coats, several passes, only a few minutes needed between coats). It comes in a great silver that'd be perfect for a Megs repaint. Folks should look it up at your local autoparts store if your interested in covering up that bland grey hunk o' Titans Return plastic. =)
     
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  19. Neekotron, Jan 14, 2017
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    Yeah, that's nice, but I'm good with Plutonium, it's been used on the set of the last 3 transformers movies, is automotive formulated acrylic, and as you can see, quite shiny. I'm good. :p 
     
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  20. ultraman zoffy, Jan 14, 2017
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    Where do you get that brand at? I'm always interested in trying new paints out!
     
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