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Post by BadGirlRyleigh on Feb 5, 2021 12:11:44 GMT -5
Does putting a stiff figure in hot water work to fix joints like Mattel? I had a Dustin Rhodes lose an arm because of a stuck shoulder joint and don’t want to break any more figures
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Post by bababooey on Feb 5, 2021 12:46:49 GMT -5
If a joint is locked, put it in the freezer for a while to really harden the plastic. Then work the joint. If the joint is stuck because the parts are too tight or just need general loosening, heat works. I would recommend trying heat first.
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Post by BadGirlRyleigh on Feb 5, 2021 13:12:06 GMT -5
If a joint is locked, put it in the freezer for a while to really harden the plastic. Then work the joint. If the joint is stuck because the parts are too tight or just need general loosening, heat works. I would recommend trying heat first. Yeah I don’t think freezing it would help me that would’ve just made it more brittle Jazwares are sending me a replacement so I’m just hoping I don’t snap anymore figures |
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Post by rkmo: 9 Month Warning on Feb 5, 2021 14:01:51 GMT -5
One thing that I find isn't the best is the ratcheting joints. Tough to manipulate with one hand going thru a match on my Series 2 figs. Can't effectively get the shoulder to a 90° angle or get in a dropkick position, hurts the flow of a match.
OC and Darby from S3 have marked improvements on that.
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Post by bababooey on Feb 5, 2021 14:01:53 GMT -5
If a joint is locked, put it in the freezer for a while to really harden the plastic. Then work the joint. If the joint is stuck because the parts are too tight or just need general loosening, heat works. I would recommend trying heat first. Yeah I don’t think freezing it would help me that would’ve just made it more brittle Jazwares are sending me a replacement so I’m just hoping I don’t snap anymore figures I find the freezing really only helps when a joint is stuck because of excess paint or glue. It doesn’t make the plastic more brittle, but it does make the excess paint or glue more brittle. |
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Post by kwagmyr on Feb 5, 2021 17:59:58 GMT -5
Man, I can't imagine the patience it must take to enjoy simulating a wrestling match painstakingly with stiff ass action figures. *salute*
I really just came to make a weed joke, but not sure of the rules, lol
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Post by Yambag Jones on Feb 6, 2021 11:30:08 GMT -5
Man, I can't imagine the patience it must take to enjoy simulating a wrestling match painstakingly with stiff ass action figures. *salute* I really just came to make a weed joke, but not sure of the rules, lol why the hell are you commenting on a thread about wrestling figures? lol |
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Post by Yambag Jones on Feb 6, 2021 11:30:35 GMT -5
I'd try warm water next time.
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Post by BadGirlRyleigh on Feb 6, 2021 11:39:25 GMT -5
I'd try warm water next time. Yeah if it happens again I’m gonna pop the upper torso off, remove the head and hands, and put it in warm water |
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Post by Yambag Jones on Feb 6, 2021 11:43:55 GMT -5
I'd try warm water next time. Yeah if it happens again I’m gonna pop the upper torso off, remove the head and hands, and put it in warm water Honestly, I'd soak the whole thing. As easy as it is to pop off parts of these figures, I'm still a tad nervous just doing it with little care. |
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Post by BadGirlRyleigh on Feb 6, 2021 13:28:57 GMT -5
Yeah if it happens again I’m gonna pop the upper torso off, remove the head and hands, and put it in warm water Honestly, I'd soak the whole thing. As easy as it is to pop off parts of these figures, I'm still a tad nervous just doing it with little care. I’ve done it a bunch of times. If you’re gentle it will come off with little effort. I don’t mess with the head too much tho |
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Post by champofakind on Feb 6, 2021 14:59:31 GMT -5
My Darby's foot was stuck. Ran hot water on it for about a minute and it was good to go. I always use hot water or a hairdryer.
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Post by kwagmyr on Feb 6, 2021 18:11:50 GMT -5
Man, I can't imagine the patience it must take to enjoy simulating a wrestling match painstakingly with stiff ass action figures. *salute* I really just came to make a weed joke, but not sure of the rules, lol why the hell are you commenting on a thread about wrestling figures? lol Oh, I just started collecting. I'm not busting balls, I'm genuinely impressed by the dedication to run through and film matches using action figures is all. I'm more of a diorama type, which they feel more suited for. |
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