New Marvel 3.75" Appreciation Thread

Kamatayan · 09-09-2015, 04:21 AM

I was looking at some old Indiana Jones figures and I saw the Mutt Williams one. Do you guys think it's possible to add a beard to him so that I can have Shia Labeouf "Just Doing It" on my shelf.

Universe · 09-09-2015, 04:31 AM

For Kamatayan:

Haha nice idea on the Labeouf custom. I loved him in Fury.

bmorr · 09-09-2015, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Kamatayan

I was looking at some old Indiana Jones figures and I saw the Mutt Williams one. Do you guys think it's possible to add a beard to him so that I can have Shia Labeouf "Just Doing It" on my shelf.

yes you can!
nothing is impossible!
make your dreams come true!

UrsaMagnus · 09-09-2015, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Pilkster

You have done a really great job on painting that head dude. I would never have thought to use that head for her. I will have to do the same and alter my Snowbird head. Still need to see your Maria Hill head put to good use

You're too kind. I see a ton of mistakes on it, but my skill level at this isn't anywhere near yours. That Maria Hill head you sent is fantastic.

And speaking of that, it might be a bit before I show her off since I need to snag another AA Black Widow figure for her first.

jedirulz123 · 09-09-2015, 06:28 AM

Universe, who's the head on Cage? I need a no glasses look.

You know, having a second look at the upcoming She Thor, I think she has a torso joint. Might have to pick her up now, I've skipped everyone except Bishop this year.

Universe · 09-09-2015, 06:59 AM

That is a Roadblock head, it looks great as a Cage head; the original Cage head is used for my Blade.

(Not my photo)

MUfan97 · 09-09-2015, 03:20 PM

So guys, I want to make an Ant Man custom figure with a spare 2013 Captain America I have around. This would be my first ever custom, so I figure I may as well start with a project that wouldn't really hurt my collection too badly if I fail. I do have a question, though: Which method is better for separting pieces from the figure, boiling water, or a hair dryer?

UrsaMagnus · 09-09-2015, 03:57 PM

Personally I prefer the boil-and-pop method myself. I've not had much success using a hair drier.

jedirulz123 · 09-09-2015, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MUfan97

Which method is better for separting pieces from the figure, boiling water, or a hair dryer?

Hot water. Works in about 30 seconds for most parts.

Kamatayan · 09-09-2015, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MUfan97

So guys, I want to make an Ant Man custom figure with a spare 2013 Captain America I have around. This would be my first ever custom, so I figure I may as well start with a project that wouldn't really hurt my collection too badly if I fail. I do have a question, though: Which method is better for separting pieces from the figure, boiling water, or a hair dryer?

That's why I don't make customs. My collection isn't all that big so picking a figure to kill off for a project that might fail doesn't seem like a good idea to me. That's why I think someone should start with the group meant for trading/buying MU fodder. One man's trash is another man's treasure.

MUfan97 · 09-09-2015, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamatayan

That's why I don't make customs. My collection isn't all that big so picking a figure to kill off for a project that might fail doesn't seem like a good idea to me. That's why I think someone should start with the group meant for trading/buying MU fodder. One man's trash is another man's treasure.

Well, this is a figure I already have one of, so it's not all that hard of a decision.

deathofthelines · 09-09-2015, 07:52 PM

Found an aou captain America head and it doesn't match up the way I wanted for my little project.

but it works on my gijoe cap perfectly.

UrsaMagnus · 09-09-2015, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Universe

I went to Walmart tonight and decided what the heck and bought two of these chap mei Mexh Suits;
I think they make cool and cheeeeaap Mandroids at 8 bucks a pop:

Universe, I wanted to ask you: what head did you use for Quartermain there? I like it and may do that myself if I have that head around somewhere. I plan on doing the Nick Fury headswap as well.

deathofthelines · 09-09-2015, 08:17 PM

Looks like a resolute era Duke but can't remember the exact name
This one. Http://toys.hisstank.com/wp-content/...1332263464.jpg

Universe · 09-09-2015, 08:23 PM

Yes, the head came from Resolute Duke from the 7 pack. You know what? I had no idea who you referring to until I Googled' Quartermain and the look is uncanny. I had no idea about that character, I just thought he looked good as an ordinary shield agent.

EDIT: just read up on him. Cool historical character, total fluke on my part. Good call UrsaMagnus

Autobot_Goldbug · 09-09-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by UrsaMagnus

Personally I prefer the boil-and-pop method myself. I've not had much success using a hair drier.

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Originally Posted by jedirulz123

Hot water. Works in about 30 seconds for most parts.

I prefer the hair dryer. Less chance of burning yourself with hot water that way.
You need to use the high setting.

jedirulz123 · 09-09-2015, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Universe

You know what? I had no idea who you referring to until I Googled' Quartermain and the look is uncanny. I had no idea about that character, I just thought he looked good as an ordinary shield agent.

He had some fun bits in EMH.

I personally used an unmasked TWS Cap head on the AA Fury body for him.

bmorr · 09-10-2015, 11:06 AM

Made diorama pieces for future setups:

Kamatayan · 09-10-2015, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by bmorr

Made diorama pieces for future setups:

That's really cool!

UrsaMagnus · 09-10-2015, 11:35 AM

Ooooo... those are AWESOME!

bmorr · 09-10-2015, 11:46 AM

thanks guys. all you need is foam, glue, spraypaint, and an hours time.

deathofthelines · 09-10-2015, 11:50 AM

Sweet

Madame Warlock · 09-10-2015, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Kernel

Again, nobody is shoving anything down anyone's throat here. That pampers remark isn't cool Kylactus. Trust me, there are plenty of people "out to get you." Nobody on these threads but intolerance is a dangerous thing, look no further than the Holocaust, the Cambodian genocide, or what is happening in Syria today. I'm lucky to live in the U.S. and love it.

I've read Marvel and DC since I was in grade school, I actually like a lot of the stuff marvel is doing now if you have given up reading marvel I think secret wars is a great place to jump back on. I'm not sure if I should go the digital route or keep my paper comics/ TPBs.

Also did anyone here see this cover? I love how the artist based it off of the first MU female buck:

I hope Dani and Misty get more attention now with the Diversity push, plus the Luke Cage series and New Mutants movie. I reeeeally want both of them in 4" format so bad. I wish they'd have made all those, and also the Secret Wars figures, aha. I really really want Rightclops.

Madame Warlock · 09-10-2015, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by mutantkind

Here's a solo shot of Magneto. I'm probably going to change the torso because i think he's too short but the cape is a great mod by itself.

that's really cool!

bmorr · 09-10-2015, 01:51 PM

The reason why I was building those dio pieces:

Gotta give some love to the cosmic heroes and villains.

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jedirulz123 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Kent, England Posts: 1,125	Universe, who's the head on Cage? I need a no glasses look. You know, having a second look at the upcoming She Thor, I think she has a torso joint. Might have to pick her up now, I've skipped everyone except Bishop this year. __________________ Last edited by jedirulz123; 09-09-2015 at 06:51 AM..

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jedirulz123 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Kent, England Posts: 1,125	Quote: Originally Posted by MUfan97 Which method is better for separting pieces from the figure, boiling water, or a hair dryer? Hot water. Works in about 30 seconds for most parts. __________________

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Kamatayan Join Date: Apr 2015 Posts: 1,562	Quote: Originally Posted by MUfan97 So guys, I want to make an Ant Man custom figure with a spare 2013 Captain America I have around. This would be my first ever custom, so I figure I may as well start with a project that wouldn't really hurt my collection too badly if I fail. I do have a question, though: Which method is better for separting pieces from the figure, boiling water, or a hair dryer? That's why I don't make customs. My collection isn't all that big so picking a figure to kill off for a project that might fail doesn't seem like a good idea to me. That's why I think someone should start with the group meant for trading/buying MU fodder. One man's trash is another man's treasure. __________________ Feedback