Castellan Blackmane Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 So I'm thinking that now my infantry core to my army is solid that I'd get some armour on the go. First thing I want to do though is find out how to magnetise. I know the basics however I don't really know what size of magnets to get or where to get them. Any pointers? I want to magnetise all of the guns on my Russ's/ chimeras including main gun, sponsons and hull mounted stuff. All help appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kilofix Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I use 1/8 by 1/16 magnets. It would help if you got a drill bit / kit that matches it. Its been a while but I think I got mine from Army Painter - but something like: http://store.miniwargaming.com/product/1-18-by-1-16-magnet-drill-bit-combo.html Then, its real easy - drill a hole in the gun, drill a hole in the mounting, super glue magnets in both holes respectively - just make sure the face the right sides / poles to attact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 There are a few topics on the B&C detailing the use of magnets, a quick search should reveal them thanks to tags. As Kilo said it's easy to do, you've just got to be accurate with your placement of the magnets and be careful on the facings. The real work is in identifying how you can magnetise the most pieces with the least amount of work and changing. Some of the kits are easy to magnetise (Demolisher weapons for example) where others will require more work. I recommend getting used to simple GSing too, as that is often needed or makes the conversion process a lot easier :) We should get round to making a topic full of magnetising tutorials for each vehicle, so if anyone has a tutorial for a specific Guard vehicle please PM me :tu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoffeeGrunt Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I believe Elmo just finished a fully magnetised Leman Russ. Best poke his brains for a tutorial! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmo Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Poke poke... You can check out my chocochip thread for the rough tutorial but I will be tidying it up when my next Russ arrives. The chimera will be next after the valkryie. I did magnetise the valkryie weapons too but never made a tutorial. I am happy to put them together for a themed thread If you have a look at my magnetisation thread (for sm vehicles) it may help you out. Links are in my siggi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Cool, send me a PM with the details and we'll hash something out :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmo Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Don't worry Castellan Blackmane... After a discussion with WarriorFish there will be a thread starting for AM specific magnetisation tutorials. It will include some stores to buy magnets, tips and hints, tools and the thought process behind locating magnets. We are planning to do the magnetisation step by step with photos to help beginners and veterans alike, however this will take time so bear with us as it will have to be done in my spare time and I have to sleep sometimes A list of vehicles which will be eventually covered to one degree or another in no particular order: Basalisk Chimera Hellhound Valkyrie Leman Russ (all variants) Sentinal Wyvern/Hydra Hydra/Wyvern Baneblade Manticore/Deathstrike If you think of any others let me know but it will be limited by the models I will eventually buy so unfortunately this will limit it unless some kind person wishes to send me the kit to magnetise then get it back . For example, at the moment I have no interest in running Taurox in my lists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
incinerator950 Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I believe Elmo just finished a fully magnetised Leman Russ. Best poke his brains for a tutorial! Kilo's entirety of his armor is magnetized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 If he'd like to lend a hand in this noble endeavour he knows where my PM button is Same goes for anyone else Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castellan Blackmane Posted August 18, 2014 Author Share Posted August 18, 2014 Wow guys I really look forward to seeing this tutorial. It'll really help me out and now that I'm headed back to school I've got something to look forward to. Thanks a bunch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
march10k Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Pshaw...there's no such thing as too many tanks...build three of everything, and 12 chimeras. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kilofix Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 I'll contribute once we get the mag thread up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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