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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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The recent on-set images from Transformers 3, gives us a good look at a new gadget. No, it’s not a PowerGlove… but Sam Witwicky do seems to be wearing some sort of a device. We still don’t know what it is or what it can do. At the moment, many fans seems to be speculating that it might be some sort of an Anti-Decepticon Weapon or the next Bayformers MacGuffin. Who knows? Only the time can tell (No pun intended).

“Go-Go Gadget Transformers!!!”

Original Source: Get The Power - Transformers Power @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Megablah @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Video Review of Generations Blurr @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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The original even team has re-united! Vangelus is joined by Aaron, Lupis, and Omegus for a Prime line-up of topics, including the sucking of face.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 108

If you use iTunes and regularly subscribe to podcasts, you can add us to your player and have the software download each episode automatically each time we update. To do that, and give us a reviews on iTunes, click here: Transformers Podcast on iTunes.

Original Source: WTF @ TFW Episode 108 is Now Online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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IDW updated their website with November 2010 Transformers Solicitations.

The list is as follows:
TRANSFORMERS: Sector 7 #3 (of 5)
TRANSFORMERS: Best of Grimlock
TRANSFORMERS #13
TRANSFORMERS: Nefarious TPB

For more information and for the Cover Images, click on the Title Bar.
IDW updated their website with November 2010 Transformers Solicitations.

TRANSFORMERS: Sector 7 #3 (of 5)
John Barber (w) • Joe Suitor (a) • Brian Rood (c)
Let us tell you a story of two bank robbers named Bonnie and Clyde--and their transforming death car! When young Margo Simmons helps her estranged father investigate mysterious rumors in Texas, she finds herself caught up in jailbreaks, Tommy-guns, and nonstop action as she tracks down the legendary outlaws and comes face to face with the most vicious Transformer ever made!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

TRANSFORMERS: Best of Grimlock
Simon Furman, Bob Budiansky (w) • Don Figueroa, more (a) • Klaus Scherwinski (c)
When it comes to the DINOBOTS, GRIMLOCK is the boss. Maybe not the brightest 'bot from CYBERTRON, he could very well be the strongest, and most committed to whatever offensive he’s been directed to complete. To his team, he is a stalwart leader, unknowing of fear. Now read more about GRIMLOCK in this collection of his greatest stories.
TPB • FC • $19.99 • 144 Pages • ISBN: 978-1-60010-786-3

TRANSFORMERS #13
Mike Costa (w) • Nick Roche (a) • Don Figueroa, Roche (c)
RODIMUS might be impulsive, but he’s not stupid. The last anyone saw of him, he was rocketing off Earth in disgrace and a stolen ship. In this issue we finally see where he went, what his plan was, and which long-absent DECEPTICONS he came up against. Mike Costa and fan-favorite artist Nick Roche deliver a stand-alone issue that sets up the entire second year of the hit ongoing series.
*2 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio.
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

TRANSFORMERS: Nefarious TPB
Simon Furman (w) • Carlos Magno (a & c)
The sequel to TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN starts here! What is The Initiative? More to the point, why doesn’t the all-seeing SOUNDWAVE know anything about it? How did they come to reanimate/control RAVAGE? SOUNDWAVE must find the answers, and he’ll destroy anything in his path to get them! The big screen adventures of the TRANSFORMERS continue.
TPB • FC • $19.99 • 148 Pages • ISBN: 978-1-60010-787-0

Original Source: IDW Transformers Solicitations November 2010 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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A new third party product has been debuted on tfclub's microblog: Devastator. Images of what looks to be Scavenger in right arm mode have been released. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the images.

Original Source: Images of tfclub's Devastator @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Hunt For The Decepticons TV Commercial is now online. You can check it out at Hasbro’s Official Transformers Website or from the YouTube video below.

Original Source: Transformers: Hunt For The Decepticons TV Commercial @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A friend of 2005 Boards member Feralstorm (owner of one of the most awesome Transformers Animated signature artworks out there) has shared some images of this little piece of awesome that is Jet Pack Bumblebee, aka Hydrodive Bumblebee. As you may or may not be aware, Hydrodive Bumblebee was designed with the intention of producing a version of Bumblebee who would be better in scale with the rest of the Animated Autobot cast, his Deluxe toy being a bit too large, and his Activator being a little too small. He will be sold as a Voyager Class toy because he includes a big jet pack / minisub that he can attach to in either mode.

But enough about the accessory, on to the toy! These images show this variation of Bumblebee without the accessory pack, focusing on the little guy in all his glory. As well as the nice finish, you can get a sense of the refinements in the design and transformation, to give you a Bumblebee toy that is accurate in both modes, without the backpack that the Deluxe toy had.

Check out the images and share your thoughts by clicking on the title of this story.

Original Source: An in-hand look at Jet Pack / Hydrodive Bumblebee @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received some further information regarding the Elite Guard Animated Optimus Prime, who will be a Million Publishing Mail Away exclusive with the purchase of the Transformers Animated Encyclopedia. Despite what the cover shows, the toy will be a redeco of Animated Voyager Optimus Prime, not Wingblade Optimus Prime as the silhouette suggests (products may vary, kids!). Million Publishing's page for the book has updated, with not only images of the toy itself which looks slick in red and black with gold highlights, but the page also gives information about how this is a "what-if" Optimus Prime - this is what Animated Optimus Prime could have been, if he'd stayed on as a member of the Elite Guard.

Original Source: Animated Elite Guard Optimus Prime Images and further details @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Past few weeks turned-out to be quite exciting for Transformers Live Action Movie lovers. Cool Vehicles, Destruction, Heads-On-Sticks (Not real ones, mind you) and much much more. It was all thanks to the Transformers 3 filming in Chicago. Many TFW2005 Members contributed to various articles with Threads, Information and most importantly, with Images.

But, now it's time to move on as OnLocationVacations state that Transformers 3 wraps up Chicago filming this weekend.

"Transformers 3 is set to complete their stint in Chicago this weekend before moving on to Detroit, where filming will likely take place at the Packard Plant on East Grand Boulevard.

Here is all of the official street closure information from the city of Chicago for Friday and Saturday:

“Transformers 3″ will be filming Friday Aug 20th/Saturday Aug 21st, several downtown locations, including 433 W Van Buren.

Transformers 3″: 8am-9am, Saturday Aug 21st, Helicopters will be used at low altitude for aerial photography over Chicago River. LaSalle street bridge. Street closures: 6am-3pm @ Van Buren between Wacker/Canal, 12pm-10pm LaSalle St bridge between Wacker/Kinzie. This will include brief (15 minutes) intermittent closures of bridges @ Michigan, State & Dearborn."

A special "Thanks" should go out to all the TFW2005 members who contributed. Filming continues and our members will continue to provide us with all the latest stuff for all of us to enjoy... We can be sure of that.

Original Source: Transformers 3 Wraps-up Chicago Filming This Weekend @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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This is a Featured Ebay Auction for all those who love vintage Generation 1 non-toy items. It's for a Transformers Generation 1 Optimus Prime Cookie Jar With Box. The auction comes from seller freddiofredd. The box is a little beat, but the cookie jar itself looks to be in great condition. This is really one of the great G1 gems from the 80's.

Check out some pics by clicking the headline of the story.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auction - G1 Optimus Prime Cookie Jar @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Instruction Sheets coming with Transformers toys sometimes provide a wealth of information other than just the instructions. It so happens that we found out about Lockdown/Axor, Bumblebee/Cliffjumper and Darkmount/Skullgrin headsculpts, from those instructions. Now it’s Terradive’s turn.

Terradive’s Instruction Sheet provides us with a look at a different head for the toy. Just like other toys before him, there is a possible chance that we’ll get a retooled toy soon enough.

Original Source: Hunt For The Decepticons Terradive Alternate Headsculpt @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Following Terradive's footsteps, Tomahawk's Instruction Sheet too carry a different Headsculpt.

This new retooled head is wearing a differently shaped visor comparing with Tomahawk.

Click on the thumbnail above to checkout a comparison image.

Original Source: Hunt For The Decepticons Tomahawk Alternate Headsculpt @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Megablah @ TFW2005.com

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For those eagerly awaiting the release of Fansprojects newest upgrades (like myself), they have started showing up in the US (and Canada) and our own daelite20 has already picked up two sets so that we may live vicariously through him until BBTS and TFSource get their shipments.

I won't spoil the transformation by posting all the pics of the instructions here (which *spoilers* are included in this review) however, on the last page is an interesting little feature showing the line of Fansprojects Crossfire products. Included is of course 01 (Superion) and 02 (Bruticus) but also there is a space for 03 (?). What could this be? The new combiner they are working on? Or perhaps Devastator will be getting the Fansproject treatment as well.

Check out daelite20s full gallery of pictures by clicking on the title and I hope it helps sooth the way by even just a little.

Original Source: Pictorial review of Fansproject Bruticus. New Product on the Way? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Today we have for you a pictorial review of the fourth War for Cybertron toy being released in the Generations line. It's the one and only Decepticon Communications Officer and part time satellite, Soundwave! Does this Soundwave make the grade? Does he fill that Classics style Soundwave shaped void in your collection? Check out the images and review, courtesy of 2005 Boards member Optimus747, and decide for yourself if this is a must-get release.

Original Source: Generations Soundwave Pictorial Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Good news for the fans of the Transformers Live Action Movies with that extra bit of cash to throw around. Sideshow Collectibles, the makers of many awesome "looks like it stepped right out of the big screen" maquettes, have updated their homepage with a couple of dates for your diaries. The first is next Tuesday, August 24, when the full product will be unveiled on their blog. The other is Thursday August 26, when preorders will go up! So if you want this awesome piece of Transformers memorabilia, make sure to head over to Sideshow Collectibles next Thursday!

Original Source: Sideshow Collectibles Movie Optimus Prime Maquette Preorders Open August 26 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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It seems that Hasbro's Transformers Toy Instruction Sheets are giving away upcoming releases these days. Within the last 24 hours they revealed two possible retools of HFTD Terradive and HFTD Tomahawk.

Now, by accident I stumbled upon another new release. It's a repaint of Movie Activators Bumblebee called; Activators Rally Rumble Bumblebee.

You can checkout the Instruction Sheet by visiting Hasbro's Official Transformers Instruction Sheet : Rally Rumble Bumblebee.

With this, it begs us the question; How many are there?

The hunt is on... See if you guys can find more upcoming Transformers products by visiting Hasbro.com > Customer Service > Instructions.

Good Luck!

Original Source: Movie Activators Rally Rumble Bumblebee Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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A little bit of Detective Work won’t harm anyone. Well yes, the curiosity killed the cat (No, not the Keyboard playing one), but it so happened that we are now unraveling the mystery of “Airachnid”.

For those who are unfamiliar with this, I believe a brief introduction is in order…. Few months back we foundout about a new Hasbro Trademark called “Airachnid”. Then S250 of our boards brought us a news of a toy arachnid.

Now, while retrieving the Trademark Document from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, a symbol (See the Image) was also attached to the document. For those who are familiar with the “Beast Era” will immediately recognize the symbol as the Predacon Insignia. However there are some differences here and there.

Still, no clue whatsoever regarding the whole matter. See what you all can make out of this. We value your opinion… have a go by hitting the Discuss Button.

Original Source: Airachnid Mystery – The Plot Thickens @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Gears @ TFW2005.com

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A preview page has surfaced showing more pictures of the upcoming Masterpiece Rodimus Prime by Takara/Tomy. The preview page reveals that one of the figure's gimmicks will be his flip out binoculars which he used in the 1986 Transformers: The Movie. Also we can see several size comparison shots next to the original G1 Rodimus Prime toy. Click the thumbnail to see the preview page up close and click DISCUSS to share your thoughts on this upcoming masterpiece.

Original Source: New Images Of Masterpiece Rodimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends at TFSource. This week they have the Takara/Tomy Museum Event exclusive Japanese Transformers Animated Black Optimus Prime instock, along with an update from Crazy Devy saying that the King's Custom Wings will in fact have 14K gold on them. Also, Crossfire 02 Munitioner and Explorer should be instock this week barring any delays. TFcon Nightbird, TFCC 2010 Exclusives, the Challenge at Cybertron three pack and the hot exclusives Elite Guard Prowl and Dreadwing & Smokescreen from the Tokyo Toy Show are also instock. Don't forget that the Summer Sale is still going on. They have over 50 hot Transformers items on sale, all already marked 20% or more off! See details on all these and more by clicking on the discuss link below!

Also in this issue of SourceNews:
1. TFsource Summer Sale Continues!
2. Japanese Transformers Convention Exclusive Animated Black Optimus Prime now Instock!
3. Crazy Devy parts update!
4. TFCC 2010 Exclusives now instock!
5. TFcon Nightbird Now Instock!
6. Tokyo Toy Festival 2010 - G2 Dreadwing & Smokescreen Set and Elite Guard Prowl now instock!
7. MP-09 Masterpiece Rodimus Prime - Preorder now up!
8. Reissue Predaking Set Now up for preorder!
9. TFsource is now your source for 2010 Hasbro Transformers! UPDATE - NEW INSTOCK ITEMS!
10. Classics 3-Pack with Hot Rodimus, Cyclonus and Galvatron now Instock!
11. SDCC 2010 Exclusive Reissue Blaster Now Instock!
12. Takara/Tomy Reissue Primus preorder!
13. Newest Instock items at TFsource
14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 8-23-10 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's another cool set of items coming down the pipeline - remember the Kabaya Candy Transformers released last year, in an assortment of Generation 1 Convoy, Star Saber and Henkei Convoy? They were popular enough that Kabaya are making a second wave, as confirmed by this listing on a Rakutan Shop. The second assortment of Kabaya Candy Transformers will consist of Ultra Magnus (who appears to be based on his 6 inch Titanium design) Prowl and Jetfire, both of whom are based on their Henkei / Classics / Universe versions. Check out the images by clicking on the link above, or the title of this story for our mirror.

Original Source: Kabaya Candy Transformers Wave 2 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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More Transformers 3 Set Images thanks to 2005 Board Member ChicageauxTiger.

This time, it’s a Red Chevrolet Pickup Truck (Model identified as a Chevrolet Silverado by our board member Skyclaw) with tinted windows, cruising alone in midday with headlights on. It is said that no Autobot/Decepticon insignias were identified, therefore can be assumed as a regular truck. Still, Who knows...

Secondly, ChicageauxTiger has spotted a strange object among the usual rubble. Whatever it is, it has a strong Cybertronian vibe to it.

And finally, The Department Of Health And Human Services (No, not the real one). Chicago’s old Post Office has been transformed into a high security area. It is rumored that it’s a N.E.S.T base in disguise.

Click on the Image to take a look at more stuff.

Original Source: Transformers 3 Filming – A Red Chevy Truck And A Weird Object @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers 3 Crew is not saying “Good Bye” to Chicago just yet.

Transportation officials in Chicago say 13 bus routes will be detoured this week while crews continue filming for Transformers 3. The Chicago Transit Authority says the bus reroutes start today at 7 p.m. and go until 6 a.m. on Friday (More information here). Crews have been filming in the city all summer. So far, that's included helicopters flying in the area for aerial shots, stunt parachutists, crashed cars and sets that make parts of the city's popular shopping district on Michigan Avenue look like it's in ruins.

But, our members report that the usual TF3 hustle & bustle is gone and that they are cleaning-up the streets. It is quite possible that the crew is filming some minor scenes while the main crew is heading elsewhere. Past few weeks were fun with all the information pouring from the streets of Windy City.

To make a recap out of things that happened, here is the Official Behind-The-Scenes Video shot by Nelson Lauren for Michael Bay.Com.

Original Source: Transformers 3 Chicago Filming Continues This Week @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Airachnid; a name which came to limelight recently. Sadly though we have to say goodbye to that name for US Patent Office has denied the Trademark "Airachnid".

"Registration of the applied-for mark is refused because of a likelihood of confusion with the mark in U.S. Registration No. 2917921. Trademark Act Section 2(d), 15 U.S.C. §1052(d).

Applicant’s mark, AIRACHNID, is highly similar to registrant’s mark, ARACHNOID. The marks are both intended to be plays on the word “arachnid,” and as such, are highly similar in impression. Additionally, the first portion of the marks, “AIRACHN” and “ARACHN” are nearly identical in sound and appearance, and the final portion “NID” and “NOID” is also highly similar. Note that slight differences in the sound of similar marks will not avoid a likelihood of confusion.

You can view the Original Document here.

Original Source: Case Closed - Goodbye Airachnid @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Concept Artist Ken Christiansen has over ten years of experience doing pre-production artwork for video games and assisting with story development and game design. He also was involved with some Transformers Projects such as Activision's Transformers 2007: The Game and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - The Game (He designed Dropkick and many other characters).

Today, Mr. Christiansen revealed another fact. Yep, he's also a Concept Artist for Transformers: Prime.

In his own words... "Yes I did work on Transformers : Prime. No, these images (Click on the Title Bar to see) are NOT from that work. You have to wait until October to see those...

But, now that some of those images are starting to come out, I wanted to try to do some studies to match the official style. Just really rough at this point, trying to find some of the basics.

Obviously, TFP Bumblebee is based on the movie Camaro, so I wanted to try a pass with him as the Beetle, and how that old vehicle form could break up in new ways. Then I took a crack at Jazz (I don't know if there's any TF/Prime images of him out, and I honestly don't know if he's in the lineup for the show - I didn't work on him, in any case) and based him on more of the TF:Animated styling. And then for fun, I just picked a random Autobot, and did Inferno. He was the last one I did, and I think I started to capture some of the TFP looks...

Tomorrow, some Decepts..."

Tomorrow it is... Stay tuned with TFW2005 as we bring you news First & Fast...

Original Source: Artist Ken Christiansen On Transformers: Prime Concept Art @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Three months ago, we broke the news of Transformers 3 Filming on Florida's Space Coast.

Now space-coast.com; Official Website of Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism has been updated with…
"Transformers 3 will be filming on the Space Coast in late September. A production office will be set up in early September and an email address will be given so you can send in your resumes. They are seeking the following positions: Catering, Craft service, Medics, PAs, Electricians, Grips, Set dressing

Casting for extras will also take place. We are waiting for the Casting Director to give us the info needed for you. Please keep watch on this website for all updates."

Original Source: Space Coast, Florida Transformers 3 Casting @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.