Backpack modification for the LC RotF/DotM Optimus Prime mold What you will receive! If you would like to get these fantastic hinges for your RotF/DotM Leader Class Optimus Prime, just follow these steps: To order: 1. Send $20 (for each set) via Paypal to [email protected] 2. Provide a full mailing address in the PayPal message. 3. (Optional) Post on this thread to inform me of your order and payment * US Domestic shipping add .48 cents * International shipping is additional cost I provide the parts, pins, and screws, fully assembled. What tools you will need for the modification: a. small Phillips screwdriver b. a 0.052" or 0.055" drill bit to drill four holes c. a tool to remove the "anchor" end of the stock fender hinge (that plugs into the rear toolbox of the truck). A belt or disc sander works best IMO. Transformation: A. Fold fender halves on top of each other B. Turn each fender inward 90' C. Swing each fender up 90' & gently slide each fender into the center of Prime's back 12 Simple Steps to uninstall, modify, and install. (sorry no pics of removal and reshaping process): 1. remove the 4 screws from the inner side of the toolboxes 2. remove the tabs that register the two halves of each toolbox together (optional) 3. remove each of the rear fenders from the toolboxes then... 4. reassemble the toolboxes with the original four screws 5. eliminate the anchoring end/ring of the fender's stock hinge that plugs into the toolbox (sanding off or cutting off) 6. remove each of the screws from the new hinges Next... 7. snap-on the new hinges on to the current fender hinge *** FLAT side of the new hinges face the toolboxes! *** 8. place the fender + new hinge into place on the original hole of the toolbox. Make sure the slide pin is on top and the collar opening is faced downward 9. swing the fender down all the way so as to expose the screw holes of the new hinge Finally... 10. using the two holes where the screws were, drill a hole into the toolbox through each of the 2 screw holes of the new hinge 11. insert each screw through the holes and into the toolbox 12. Done! These photos were taken during the first design stage...
...do you ever sleep? One day, I'm gonna win the lottery & buy all your mods - your work is phenomenal.
Hey Savio-prime, Are these parts and the hip mods still up? Is it possible to get the sets at a bundle price? Kinda poor, but love what these do! Btw, what did you do to the forearms? They look amazing.
Running a new batch for the hips, and yes I have these still in stock! I didn't do anything to the forearms, only changed the elbow joint and raised the shoulder kibble. What do you see that's different?
I noticed a more movie accurate piece where the blades normally are. I'm comparing it to my ROTF Optimus Prime. I never payed attention to the DOTM Optimus, but I take it that the Optimus used for the pics are not ROTF prime.lol
I do have a separate question. I'm new to this site and would like to show off my WIP or custom figures. How would I go to make posts for stuff like that in the appropriate way?
OH! Yes, mine is the Striker Optimus retool. Regarding sharing your custom works, head on over to the Radicons forum, and then click the "new thread" button to begin your post!
Thank you for the information. I forgot Striker Optimus had the forearms. Was only use to the silver paint and weapons. Now I need those arms. Haha
