PDA

View Full Version : Zangief Base

BornFreeSF
10-01-2012, 10:55 AM
Hey guys

Anyone know what the fix was for improving the Gief bases that were packed while still wet at the factory?

They have a patchy finish. Like they are a bit dirty.

I feel like I read something from Jerry from years ago saying to spray the base with a varnish or something - sorry, I'm not a painter so have no idea but would really appreciate on of you guys to get back to me - Andrew, Vince, Mike, Jerry? Anyone with the knowledge :)

Thanks
Mark
Andrew
10-01-2012, 11:57 AM
Hey guys

Anyone know what the fix was for improving the Gief bases that were packed while still wet at the factory?

They have a patchy finish. Like they are a bit dirty.

I feel like I read something from Jerry from years ago saying to spray the base with a varnish or something - sorry, I'm not a painter so have no idea but would really appreciate on of you guys to get back to me - Andrew, Vince, Mike, Jerry? Anyone with the knowledge :)

Thanks
Mark

Sorry I can't help. I had a flawless base when I got mine.
ComputerFly
10-01-2012, 12:33 PM
I had 3 differnet bases, and they all were all patchy, even a replacement sent direct from Sideshow.
Quest99
10-01-2012, 12:38 PM
I am no pro, but I know that very light coats from 12 inches away is a must for any spray can job.

Same goes for the finishing coats.

good luck
Spazzy
10-01-2012, 01:14 PM
The one I had was perfect, I would have freaked if I saw the patchy one when I opened it.
sirkangol
10-01-2012, 03:06 PM
Buy a semi gloss black And spray in even layers. One to two coats should be good.

Mike N.
BornFreeSF
10-01-2012, 04:42 PM
Buy a semi gloss black And spray in even layers. One to two coats should be good.

Mike N.

Thanks guys! Thanks Mike :) Now off to the art supply store...
StatueHunter75
10-06-2012, 03:51 PM
Post some pics. Before and after.
BornFreeSF
10-07-2012, 10:53 PM
Before:

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh515/msc1976ebay/IMG_6870.jpg
http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh515/msc1976ebay/IMG_6869.jpg
http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh515/msc1976ebay/IMG_6868.jpg

After:

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh515/msc1976ebay/IMG_6872.jpg

:buttrock:
Joppula
10-07-2012, 11:03 PM
Very nice result!

I can't believe that was messed up so badly! How the heck did those get shipped like that?

No replacements were offered?
BornFreeSF
10-07-2012, 11:07 PM
Very nice result!

I can't believe that was messed up so badly! How the heck did those get shipped like that?

No replacements were offered?

I got mine second hand. Not sure what the deal was back then.
JRodri2540
10-07-2012, 11:09 PM
Great results! Can I ask what color and brand you used? I have this very same problem with my Mecha Zangief. Thanks
Richlpz
10-07-2012, 11:11 PM
I hope I have this problem one day :-(
BornFreeSF
10-07-2012, 11:52 PM
Buy a semi gloss black And spray in even layers. One to two coats should be good.

Mike N.

Great results! Can I ask what color and brand you used? I have this very same problem with my Mecha Zangief. Thanks

Brand is Krylon.
GenoToys
10-29-2012, 06:42 PM
Will be using this on my Mech Gief....Thanks Sirkangol, and Mark!
:)