Cpt Ultio Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/5822/pict0015lo0.th.jpg http://img527.imageshack.us/img527/5578/pict0016zm6.th.jpg http://img60.imageshack.us/img60/4434/pict0017yw6.th.jpg http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/604/pict0018yi2.th.jpg This is my first real conversion, what I've basically done is removed the eagle from the back of the model (behind the head) removed the black reach icon on the right leg, swapped his powersword for a power axe and filed the original head away and made a dip to use other model heads. What I've got planned for the model is putting a magnet inside the chest of the model, then putting some small metal pins in the neck joints of 5 different heads, as well as a magnet in the base under the helmet, so you can cover up the hole with some base decorations such as the black reach skulls and bullet casings. What I'm asking is there any tips you wonderful model converters could give me? And please take in mind I'm a complete novice for model conversions Thanks Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurglespuss Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Hi there! a great little project (I want a black reach captain, but I dont want black reach :< ). Its looking good so far. That Dark Angel banner however has lost all the crisp edges of its detail due to thick paint, I would perhaps suggest replacing that part? OK. as for your magned idea, great! You need to pop to your local hobby store (not neccesarily GW, more expensive) and purchase a 'pin vice' or hobby hand powered hand drill. and a couple of drill bits. This will serve you very well for creating round recesses for your magne idea, and in pinning things (like banners) to back packs etc. As for the magnet idea, if you havent already got them you need the smallest rare earth magnets you can get (ebay, so so cheap). and the best glue (in my opinion) to use with them is Locktite, preferably gel. attach the magnet it a dip to the body first, and leave to dry for a whole day. then lay a single magnet on top (they are awfully thin so thats cool) and, on your desired head(s) add a drop of super glue to flattened neck and place ontop of magnet. this ensures A. magnets are right way round (I've got it wrong once and lost a head ;) weeee!) and its in the right position centrally. leave for a day again, remove and paint :> Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1695659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 I've already created the recess using the round file and once you've got a head in the groove you can't notice, I know about the banner, it was just an example one, I'm thinking about using the break fluid removal thing, or just replacing the banner completely from bitzbox, right now money is a bit tight, so ebay will be out of the question for now, but I will look around for earth magnets and the such Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1695665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurglespuss Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 I use mr muscle oven cleaner, that strips plastic with no damage at all (just doesnt touch enamels - but not found anything that does!!). Or depending on if your UK or US theres that 'simple green' they are always raving about.... Yeah, Know what you mean about money! I've been recycling my bits into marines :tu: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1695677 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 Mr. Muscle oven cleaner you say... Hmm, might go to the shop and get some, I actually want to re-paint my dark angels army, due to my skill at painting improving every other model rofl. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1695681 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaeso Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Hmm, Nurglespuss, I have Black Reach but not fussed about the Captain( I don't like the pose, somethings just not right about it for me). Besides, received my Spearhead in the post today, so have lots of new stuff to prep! :tu: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1695700 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 over 260 views and only 5 replies, come on, someone should have pointers and suggestions other than the ones suggested Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1696133 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Strat Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 I like the idea for the head. You might want to look at K&J magnetics. They have some small ring magnets that will fit a paper clip inside the inner diameter. If interested, I'll look up the page for them. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1696246 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 K&J magnets? are they any stores in England that stock them? update kinda... I'm toying with the idea of giving him a standard marine chest so I can then pose both arms and green stuff the front of the robe again, either that, or use a Black Templar one and remove the BT icons Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697012 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf89 Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I like the idea for the head. You might want to look at K&J magnetics. They have some small ring magnets that will fit a paper clip inside the inner diameter. If interested, I'll look up the page for them. http://www.kjmagnetics.com/ I've used them multiple times and never had anything to complain about. I usually use the D201 (1/8" dia. x 1/32" thick) for things like power armor marine arms and such, and if you want a little larger for say terminators or even tyranid monsters I either use the D301 (3/16" dia. x 1/32" thick) or for monstrous creatures the D401 (1/4" dia. x 1/32" thick). I buy in 100's to get a few dollors off. Average total for a few hundred magnets is around 25$. Also, they do ship internationally via UPS or even USPS. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697301 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 I've looked on the website and I believe R211 will work beautifully, what would you guys think? Also, what effect would these magnets have on someone having a pacemaker? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697624 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Strat Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 K & J has the following safety link. Let me also quote from it: Never allow neodymium magnets near a person with a pacemaker or similar medical aid. The strong magnetic fields of the magnet can affect the operation of such devices. I guess that's not a GoodThing... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 Aye, but they say that on EVERY magnet, I just wanted to know what was so special about these ones, reason why I'm asking is because I've got a pacemaker... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697930 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cl4d Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 There is a notice on the website saying that if you have a pacemaker you shouldn't handle them, unless you want to die and these magnets really are powerful, so I wouldn't if I were you. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697934 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 If that's the case, there goes my conversion work then. Edit... Well, not true, I could just stuff the body with green stuff with a paper clip straightend in there and remove it after it's cured and have a slightly longer than originianally planned pin sticking out the neck joint on the heads. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1697935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 21, 2008 Author Share Posted September 21, 2008 I use mr muscle oven cleaner, that strips plastic with no damage at all (just doesnt touch enamels - but not found anything that does!!). Or depending on if your UK or US theres that 'simple green' they are always raving about.... Yeah, Know what you mean about money! I've been recycling my bits into marines ;) how long should i leave them in mr. muscle, and what type should i use? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1701365 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 23, 2008 Author Share Posted September 23, 2008 Update: I've taken pictures of the possible heads I will be using for this project, I apologise for the crappy picture quallity. Now, I just need to pin the necks and add a magnet or have the pin sticking into a pin mould made from green stuff just inside the body. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1702822 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Strat Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Cpt Ultio, If it was me, I'd check with a doctor on the magnets. I'm not sure if the smaller ones would cause a problem, or if newer pacemakers are better shielded, etc. I hope there's a way for you to use them safely. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1703378 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Ultio Posted September 23, 2008 Author Share Posted September 23, 2008 well, until I get the rest of my tools, taking a break from him for now, just painting up one of my veteran sgts, he's looking pretty good in my opinion, I'll post pictures later Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/146250-customised-assault-on-black-reach-captain/#findComment-1703478 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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