I normally don't add decals to my bots, but for this guy they're almost mandatory. You've convinced me to pick up a set, thanks! Oh, and the smokestacks are actually removable - they're just pegged in to 5mm ports. That might help make it easier to add decals to the stacks rather than rotating them while they're attached.
I notice the manual for this figure shows him with an Autobot sigil on both shoulders, but the toy only has one on the left shoulder. I used ToyHax sampler stickers to correct this; they're a little large compared to the original tampograph, but accurate to the original toy in that regard. Surprised the set itself didn't address this. [Also it's silly but I half expected black circles cut to fit between the headlights to represent the original fist ports]
Not gonna lie; that sticker set is REALLY tempting. I have this figure, but I'm not going to upgrade it because I already have the toy colors Missing Link Optimus Prime. But if I hadn't been able to get that, I would definitely get this upgrade. Excellent video!
I can't wait to get that set, I'm just waiting for the postal strike to be over and shipping price to return to an affordable range. Awesome Review, Jason!
This Toyhax set looks great! A smaller less premium Prime though...just to try and dress up, I'm just not excited about. With my original G1 Prime and an available Missing Link version, I just don't need it in my collection. Great review as usual.
I was thinking of getting 2 copies of this figure if the Toyhax decals were good, so I’d have the “anime” colors and the toy colors just like they did with the missing link. I just received and experienced the toy just today finally and bam, you release this video. So I probably will proceed with the plan of getting the decals and another copy
Sir Patriot Prime! I believe you said you wish your OP would fit together better? I did notice the arms in truck mode were gapping a bit. What I did was file / shave down the pegs as needed until finally snug. Did the same for the truck bed as the legs wouldn’t tab together flush. I like to use a hobby knife or razor to shave the plastic on the respective pegs, always starting slow, then rinse/repeat til flush & snug. Give it a shot! 🫡
I am definatley getting this set! Also, did you do the decal set for the Legacy Evolution Core Class Optimus and Bumblebee set? I looked but didn't find a vid from you
Looks like an excellent set of decal upgrades for this little guy...! I will definitely be getting this set for my Prime, but I'm planning to pre-chrome all the areas that get the chrome decals before applying them, so everything blends a little more smoothly once applied... I'll probably wait to order the decals right before I apply the chrome paint, that way it will give the paint a couple of weeks to fully set after it dries, before adding the stickers. I know most people wouldn't bother with all that, but that's just me... I just prefer a more consistent look with certain things, and chrome is one of those things on certain figures, like this guy... (Also, am I the only one hoping that we can get an oversized (voyager class) KO version of this figure with diecast parts, like his G1 version...? That'd be awesome, especially if they go the extra mile and include his trailer! 😁
The one sticker I wanted more than anything was solid red bicep hinge covers. Why in the world did they put a silver stripe down the middle of it. May as well leave them off.
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This is my favorite Optimus Prime of the last few years its just fun to play with.
I normally don't add decals to my bots, but for this guy they're almost mandatory. You've convinced me to pick up a set, thanks!
Oh, and the smokestacks are actually removable - they're just pegged in to 5mm ports. That might help make it easier to add decals to the stacks rather than rotating them while they're attached.
This made me want the figure. Wow
Here's a tip I found online: If you cut a bit of the plastic from the bottom of the pegs on his arms, they sit more properly flush in truck mode.
I'll have to give that a try.
I've gotta say that this may be one of the best Toyhax sets yet. It takes this Prime to a whole new level.
Those stickers look so good on prime
That they do.
I like the orange windows more than I thought I would.
The eyes and the piece on top of his head made a world of difference. Completely changed him.
I notice the manual for this figure shows him with an Autobot sigil on both shoulders, but the toy only has one on the left shoulder. I used ToyHax sampler stickers to correct this; they're a little large compared to the original tampograph, but accurate to the original toy in that regard. Surprised the set itself didn't address this. [Also it's silly but I half expected black circles cut to fit between the headlights to represent the original fist ports]
Can’t wait til those decals arrive, gonna be a nice little Christmas gift for legacy united Optimus
You'll love them, they're killer.
Not gonna lie; that sticker set is REALLY tempting. I have this figure, but I'm not going to upgrade it because I already have the toy colors Missing Link Optimus Prime. But if I hadn't been able to get that, I would definitely get this upgrade.
Excellent video!
Thank you.
I can't wait to get that set, I'm just waiting for the postal strike to be over and shipping price to return to an affordable range. Awesome Review, Jason!
Thanks my man.
It's been about a month now hasn't it?
@@PatriotPrimeReviews That's about right. People are getting upset up here, not getting their x-mas gift on time and all.
This Toyhax set looks great! A smaller less premium Prime though...just to try and dress up, I'm just not excited about. With my original G1 Prime and an available Missing Link version, I just don't need it in my collection. Great review as usual.
AWESOME!!!
I know, right?
I was thinking of getting 2 copies of this figure if the Toyhax decals were good, so I’d have the “anime” colors and the toy colors just like they did with the missing link. I just received and experienced the toy just today finally and bam, you release this video. So I probably will proceed with the plan of getting the decals and another copy
That's awesome. Enjoy
Sir Patriot Prime! I believe you said you wish your OP would fit together better? I did notice the arms in truck mode were gapping a bit.
What I did was file / shave down the pegs as needed until finally snug. Did the same for the truck bed as the legs wouldn’t tab together flush.
I like to use a hobby knife or razor to shave the plastic on the respective pegs, always starting slow, then rinse/repeat til flush & snug. Give it a shot! 🫡
I am definatley getting this set! Also, did you do the decal set for the Legacy Evolution Core Class Optimus and Bumblebee set? I looked but didn't find a vid from you
No. I bought the set but never applied them.
@PatriotPrimeReviews could you do that set after the others? I am eager to see what you think about the set
Toyhax stickers on legacy Prime hell yeah, but not on 86 Prime
I got them on '86 too.
Ngl these decals save this figure for me
We need a Pepsi decal set for this figure next lol
That'd be cool.
Looks like an excellent set of decal upgrades for this little guy...! I will definitely be getting this set for my Prime, but I'm planning to pre-chrome all the areas that get the chrome decals before applying them, so everything blends a little more smoothly once applied... I'll probably wait to order the decals right before I apply the chrome paint, that way it will give the paint a couple of weeks to fully set after it dries, before adding the stickers.
I know most people wouldn't bother with all that, but that's just me... I just prefer a more consistent look with certain things, and chrome is one of those things on certain figures, like this guy... (Also, am I the only one hoping that we can get an oversized (voyager class) KO version of this figure with diecast parts, like his G1 version...? That'd be awesome, especially if they go the extra mile and include his trailer! 😁
The one sticker I wanted more than anything was solid red bicep hinge covers. Why in the world did they put a silver stripe down the middle of it. May as well leave them off.
There are extras of those, so you can red it all up.
They actually did it…
Did you paint the legs on your Prime? Mine does not have metallic blue legs.
Nope, that's how mine was out of the package.
Just gonna admit this… I want Prime in construction orange towing a flat bed.
have this guy looks way better with toyhax decals
These figures keep a man broke.
Yes they do.
It still screams for an rub sign...