Wagdaddy
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Post by Wagdaddy on Feb 13, 2013 21:41:18 GMT -5
I have been working on a Brock fix-up for a few days now....I am NOT customizer (or much of a photographer for that matter), so please don't even think I am trying to compete with Dean, or anyone else on this board. I do them for myself, a hobby of sorts and I want to thank Bandy for taking the time to give me some pointers as I kinda looked at his Brock to work on mine.....so, here it is:   Obviously my next PM will be to Dean to get the decals for the back of the trunks and as you can see, I need a pair of black Mattel Batista boots too. After those, I will be finished. I got lucky trying to split this torso-I usually suck at it, however this one is the best I ever did. I am also keeping the Smash trunks/legs. I know it isn't perfect, but like I said.....I am not Dean.
Today I was out getting a couple of last minute Val Day gifts, so I hit a WalMart and found a fresh set of Elite 19's (again) being put on the shelves (still no Liz at WM) so I picked up another HBK to make a a quick fix with it. I also saw the new molded T-basics, so I grabbed the Zig and Punk....I will trade the Punk if I can get a fig I need for it.
 Please check out my Haves/Want list link below as I am needing those Batista boots and a some Rock sweat pants from either E14 or Rock EG.
-Happy Val Day-if you are not with the one you love.....love the one you're with.
-Peace out,
-Wagdaddy
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Post by Bandalero on Feb 13, 2013 21:53:18 GMT -5
Wag - I think that looks great! The Brock torso is definitely the easiest to crack, I think it's because Mattel is using weaker glue and the parts are so large, it's just easier to pull apart. Only a few minor suggestions: acetone off the meat-hook hands on the back, I don't think he had those back then. I'd recommend Big Show hands, but that's a personal preference, for me Brock had abnormally huge hands. And probably even out the black on the trunks, lots of whitish residue left. But he looks bang on, I dare MDT to do a better job  |
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Wagdaddy
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Post by Wagdaddy on Feb 13, 2013 21:57:57 GMT -5
Yes....you are correct, I never really noticed the meat-hook hand tats. I know the back of the trunks is uneven, I was sloppy with the acetone and screwed that up. I do need to get it a solid black before applying the decals.
Again, thanks for the help!Wag - I think that looks great! The Brock torso is definitely the easiest to crack, I think it's because Mattel is using weaker glue and the parts are so large, it's just easier to pull apart. Only a few minor suggestions: acetone off the meat-hook hands on the back, I don't think he had those back then. I'd recommend Big Show hands, but that's a personal preference, for me Brock had abnormally huge hands. And probably even out the black on the trunks, lots of whitish residue left. But he looks bang on, I dare MDT to do a better job
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Post by Deleted on Feb 13, 2013 22:08:15 GMT -5
Looks great Wag! If you're going to replace the boots with Batistas you'll need to switch the calves also. The smash calves will overhang the boots. I suggest Mr. Perfects if you can snag some.
As far as the back trunk logo I have some on eBay or you can get them straight from me on here. Either way works.
I really enjoy seeing other people customizing. Keep it up guys!
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Wagdaddy
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Post by Wagdaddy on Feb 13, 2013 22:10:57 GMT -5
I had rather get them straight from you...I will PM you soon.Looks great Wag! If you're going to replace the boots with Batistas you'll need to switch the calves also. The smash calves will overhang the boots. I suggest Mr. Perfects if you can snag some. As far as the back trunk logo I have some on eBay or you can get them straight from me on here. Either way works. I really enjoy seeing other people customizing. Keep it up guys!
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Post by mrhoss on Feb 13, 2013 22:38:12 GMT -5
Wag - I think that looks great! The Brock torso is definitely the easiest to crack, I think it's because Mattel is using weaker glue and the parts are so large, it's just easier to pull apart. Only a few minor suggestions: acetone off the meat-hook hands on the back, I don't think he had those back then. I'd recommend Big Show hands, but that's a personal preference, for me Brock had abnormally huge hands. And probably even out the black on the trunks, lots of whitish residue left. But he looks bang on, I dare MDT to do a better job Shhh... we don't want Mattel to use stronger glue.
I had a Zeke that practically fell apart in hot water (torso, abs and trunks). Brock came apart nicely too. |
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Post by ~*Young $ Money*~ on Feb 13, 2013 23:07:07 GMT -5
Nice pickups. I want that Ziggler and Punk.
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Post by onleeone643 on Feb 13, 2013 23:49:37 GMT -5
That's a solid fix up.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 14, 2013 9:08:06 GMT -5
Brock is awesome. I wish Mattel could make a Flashback like yours...
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Post by theforce1727 on Feb 14, 2013 9:49:47 GMT -5
The Brock looks awesome, nice work.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 14, 2013 10:15:19 GMT -5
Great job Wagdaddy! And I have got to get some Dean-cals.....
UPDATE: Just ordered some Dean-cals for Brock & Punk:)
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